CIT Program (Counselor In Training)
Youth Ages 15 & 16 - Those entering sophomore year of high school.
2009 CIT Dates TBD
CHECK IN & PICK UP
WORK WEEK Check in: Sunday @ 3:00 pm /Pick-up: Friday @ 5:00 pm
BIKE WEEK Check in: Sunday @ 7:00 pm*/ Pick up Saturday @ 9:00 am*
*CIT’s will be allowed to come @ 3:00 pm on Sunday of bike week & also stay for the Saturday
parents program if their parents are also dropping off/picking up another camper(s).
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE CIT PROGRAM...
The Camp Reed Counselor In Training (“CIT”) two-week program is designed for 15 & 16 year olds
that will be entering their sophomore year of high school in Fall 2008.
This very popular “two week” program consists of a “Work Week” & a “Bike Trip”. It is designed
to provide a comprehensive youth experience where each individual is encouraged to reach his
or her full potential. The philosophy behind the Camp Reed CIT program is founded in an outdoor
experience where the participant is challenged physically, mentally, socially and spiritually. It is fun,
challenging and life changing!
CIT Leaders are experienced and mature Camp Reed staff who utilize group dynamics to encourage
each participant to learn more about themselves as well as about others in the group. They have
the opportunity to work as a “team” as well as to practice leadership and group dynamic skills. This
philosophy is the key to maintaining focus throughout the program’s entirety. In order for the CIT
Program to accomplish its objective each participant will be held to a high level of commitment and
maturity. This program facilitates the transition from Camp Reed camper to Junior Counselor (JC).
Week 1 “Work Week”
The first week of our CIT program is “Work Week” where we stay on location at Camp Reed
and focus on building relationships while we serve Camp by participating in work projects. This
portion of the program is designed to develop teamwork in aspiring future leaders. This part of
the CIT program can be considered a complete group experience encompassing such areas as
personal responsibility, group dynamics, and leadership skills. Work projects vary from summer
to summer.
Week 2: “Bike Trip”
The second week of our CIT Program is our 300-mile “Bike Trip” around Lake Coeur d’Alene,
Hayden Lake (and then some). During this portion of the program all participants will be biking on open highways and potentially dangerous roadways. Extreme care and maturity is required
for all participants. With safety as a priority, we then let the “good times roll”. The first night we
stay at Camp Lutherhaven on Lake Coeur d’Alene, the second night is at a Heyburn State Park
campsite, the third night is at Camp N-Sid-Sen, the fourth night is at Camp Mivoden on Hayden
Lake before being welcomed back to Camp Reed on Friday afternoon for the last night of the CIT
Program. CIT’s head home Saturday morning.
CIT INFORMATIONAL MEETING - MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
Each CIT registrant (and one parent or guardian) should attend the spring CIT meeting which
covers details about the program including work week details and bike trip details including maps,
packing lists and trip itineraries. This meeting allows CIT families to ask questions and learn more
about our program!
WHEN: 2009 CIT Meeting TBD
6:00 - 7:00 PM
WHERE: DOWNTOWN YMCA @ RIVERFRONT PARK
2ND FLOOR - EXPO ROOM
DOWNLOAD the CIT VIDEO
CIT Mission Statement
The mission of the Camp Reed Counselor In Training program is to provide unique opportunities which develop personal leadership qualities, hearts for service, stronger work ethics, independence through physical, emotional and spiritual challenges, and instill life-long attitudes that will allow participants to have a positive impact on his or her community.
