Leaders in Training (LIT)
Camp Jorn YMCA offers a Leaders in Training (LIT) program for teens aged 15-17, focusing on leadership development, skill-building, and community service wit...
▌ Editor's read The Camp Jorn YMCA website loads successfully and details their resident camp programs, including the Leaders in Training (LIT) program for 15-17 year olds. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming adherence to industry standards. Wisconsin's Department of Children and Families lists Camp Jorn YMCA with license number 250000. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Camp Jorn YMCA has a strong online presence, with a Google rating of 4.9 stars based on 176 reviews, with reviewers frequently praising the positive impact on children and the quality of the staff. The camp is a nonprofit organization, part of the YMCA network. Social media handles include @campjornymca on Instagram and CampJornYMCA on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 15–16
Leaders in Training (LIT) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in specialty, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 15–16
- Hours: 24-hour residential
- Address: 13591 Zenner Ln., Manitowish Waters, WI 54545, USA
- Cost notes: USD, $1000/week ($2000 for 2 weeks)
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Leaders in Training (LIT)
- What ages does Leaders in Training (LIT) accept?
- Leaders in Training (LIT) is open to children ages 15–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does Leaders in Training (LIT) cost?
- Leaders in Training (LIT) publishes $1,000/week for the standard session. USD, $1000/week ($2000 for 2 weeks) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Leaders in Training (LIT)'s hours?
- Leaders in Training (LIT) runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Is Leaders in Training (LIT) accredited?
- Yes — Leaders in Training (LIT) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs Leaders in Training (LIT)?
- Leaders in Training (LIT) is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Leaders in Training (LIT) provide lunch?
- Leaders in Training (LIT) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
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