Ages 15-17 // Co-ed Program

Ages 15-17

Co-ed Program

The LIT (Leaders In Training) program at Pioneer Camp has been successfully training and developing young leaders for over 40 years. This co-ed leadership development program provides a personalized, innovative mix of formal and hands-on learning experiences.

Program Options for LIT 2022

NEW! LIT Express

Are you ready to jump into the LIT program before the summer even starts? Get ready for LIT Express. LIT Express is a shorter version of our regular Leaders In Training program that starts in the spring of 2022 and extends into the summer. The program starts during March Break for their first week of teaching, with the second week of teaching is offered at the start of the summer: July 3-9. There will be a couple of online meetings to touch base during the spring. There is one week of placement during July 10-16. The placement gives students real leadership experience by serving in a chalet of kids under the direction of seasoned leaders. LITs could be placed in a chalet with campers, alongside staff who are supporting an individual with special needs, or even serving on our kitchen or maintenance teams. If you are ready to jump into leadership at camp – join LIT Express!

Closed to new applicants.

LIT Summer Session

This Traditional Leaders in Training Program is offered during the Summer of 2022. Two training weeks take place July 10 to 23 and the two placement weeks follow on July 24 to August 6. This program is one month of amazing experiences: leadership training and experience, community, discipleship, outdoor experiences, and lots of camp fun!

LIT Program Outline:

Teaching Component

The teaching component of the program is dedicated to learning and developing leadership through a variety of group sessions and experiences. Some features include: one to one coaching, leading various program elements and hot topic conversations. The LIT’s will be engaging together with staff around how Jesus led in scripture and is working in their life today. During this time, campers develop close mentoring relationships with experienced leaders who will provide them with valuable feedback, constructive debriefing and close personal support to help LIT’s identify and develop their strengths and build the skills they need to be extraordinary leaders.

Placement Component

After the teaching sessions LIT’s will go on placement! This is where they put their skills and training to the test by becoming a member of one of our Pioneer Camp staff teams. The LIT’s will live in a chalet and partner with a senior leader to lead a group of campers at Girls Camp, Boys Camp or Adventure Camp. LITs could be placed in a chalet with campers, alongside staff who are supporting an individual with special needs, or even serving on our kitchen or maintenance teams.

Program Components

Leadership 101's

Growing in your understanding of servant leadership and developing skills and strategies to lead effectively is at the core of LIT. Our interactive training style will help you learn about yourself and grow in your understanding of teamwork, group dynamics and managing challenging behaviour. You will be trained in child and youth development, how to engage and draw people in from off the sidelines, and restorative practices. There is also an emphasis on leading in a camp context and how to navigate a chalet full of kids.

Small Group Discussions

This is a chance for you to lead your small group in a discussion on a relevant topic like role of character in leadership and what is the role of suffering in Christian leadership. These discussions will help you learn valuable facilitation skills, giving each person a better understanding of issues that you encounter in the world.

One on Ones

This is a chance for staff to spend time with you, talking about life and what you are experiencing at LIT. The LIT staff will be there to support, encourage and challenge you as you grow in your faith and as a leader.

Bible Study

At Pioneer Camp we believe we are deeply known by Jesus and can get to know Him deeply, too! We believe we should follow Jesus’ teaching to love God and love our neighbours, so we spend time looking at what the Bible can teach us about how to know God better and how we should live. These sessions are a foundational part of the Leaders In Training Program.

Games & Program

Games are a regular part of our time at LIT, because at camp we love having fun! Not only is it a chance to have a good time, it is also an opportunity for you and your small group to practice running games in preparation for your placement with the other staff teams.

Activities

As a camp leader you will be helping teach activities such as mountain biking, sailing, or sports to campers. Time will be spent during LIT to participate in these activities, learning how to teach them to others.

Program FAQ

I finished the online application. Does that mean I have a place reserved?

The online application is only the first step in the process so your place is not reserved. You must complete all paperwork, submit it to camp, and interview successfully. Your spots in specific placement option are not reserved until acceptance is confirmed to the program.

Where are Reference Forms?

When must I apply by?

Fill out the online application and references as soon as possible as your session preferences are given priority based on the date that all forms are submitted.

When will I find out if I have been accepted to the program or not?

Applicants invited to the interview stage will be notified within two weeks of their interview date regarding their acceptance. A place will not be reserved in a specific LIT placement option until you have been accepted to the program. Not all applicants will receive an interview but will be notified regardless.