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Counselor in
Training Program
 This program is for girls entering their junior or senior year of high school. It is limited to a maximum of twelve. Candidates should be interested in improving skills, learning teaching methods, becoming part of a community and working with children.
Fees: $500 registration with application plus $5100 tuition for a total of $5600.
Dates: June 25 - August 12, 2008
Objectives of the CIT Program revolve around the skill building necessary to make the graduate a strong candidate for a future counseling position and a positive role model for children:
- To learn teaching methods and prepare for teaching various camp activities
- To sharpen communication skills
- To prepare and execute the handling of special camp programs
- To build a strong team
- To enjoy the resident camp experience with other CITs.
- To learn and appreciate individuals for their strengths and differences
- To plan and execute a project with ACs
Program is diversified with focus on aquatic and outdoor activities:
- Highly structured
- Individual needs/skills will be taken into consideration
- Certifications will be offered in:
- SFA/CPR - first aid
- Swimming - LGT and WSA
- Canoeing - American Canoe Association
- Outdoor Living - Maine Woodsman/JMG
- Wilderness Ethics - Leave No Trace
- Challenge/adventure/ropes - three days
- Sailing - one week
- Sail-boarding/water-skiing - one week
- Tennis - three weeks
- Riflery/archery - three days
- Crafts/pottery - 3 days
- Day hikes
- Five day canoe trip
- Planning and leading: Grove Service; Winona co-ed event; evening programs; special all camp program
- Assisting counselors daily in one activity period for part of the summer
Living Arrangements:
- CITs live in cabin tents on wooden platforms.
- CITs eat meals with Senior campers
Please contact the Wyonegonic Office if you would like more information about these programs.
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