Leadership Programs

Both CIT’s and LIT’s are important and meaningful members of our camp community. This is a great opportunity to learn valuable leadership skills and teamwork and also have a great summer!


Counselor’s in Training (CITs) – Entering 9th/10th grade in Fall 2025

CIT’s will have the leadership opportunity to participate in both Adventure Day Camp/Run for Fun Day Camp and Overnight Camp. New in Summer ’25 – CIT’s will have a dedicated Director on site to help guide and support them.

CIT’s at overnight camp, will gain invaluable leadership experience, learning to manage responsibilities like helping in cabins, running the camp store, and leading activities for younger campers. These opportunities build confidence, foster teamwork, and develop important skills like communication, problem-solving, and public speaking, all while creating lasting memories and friendships.

CIT’s / LIT’s at day camp will learn the same values through a variety of activities These skills not only prepare CITs for future leadership roles but also help them become positive role models and mentors for younger campers.

Day Camp runs from June 9th through July 3rd
$150 per week with scholarships available; two week sign up preferred but not mandatory)

Overnight Camp Pinecrest has 4 sessions
Session 1:
Sat., June 28th to Sat., July 5th

Session 2 (Pinecrest): Sun., July 6th to Sat., July 12th

Session 3 (Pinecrest: Sat. July 19th to Sat., July 26th

Session 4 (Pinecrest: Sun. July 27th to Sat., Aug 2nd

Session 5 (Pinecrest: Sun. Aug 3rd to Sat., Aug 9th

Cost ranges between $850-$975; transport not included; Scholarships available – two week sign-up preferred but not mandatory)


Leader’s in Trainings (LITs) – Entering 8th grade in Fall 2025

We encourage LIT’s to attend 2-to-3 weeks of Adventure Day Camp or On-Campus Day Camp between June 9th and July 3rd). Similarly, they receive mentorship at Day Camp for the first 60-90min of each on campus day by a mentorship counselor. Following the morning, LIT’s will assist in leading games and activities. They are not eligible for Overnight Camp, but may attend as campers. There is no cost associated with the LIT program.


All new CIT’s / LIT’s are required to conduct an in-person interview if their application is accepted. Whether new or returning applicants should apply using the link below. We will then reach out with next steps. Parents can register via the parent portal but will be waitlisted upon registering.


“When I met Dave for the first time in person I knew that the week ahead of me would be awesome! His whole staff is fantastic and have a great vibe. The week was everything I hoped it would be and more. Every once in a while you meet extraordinary people, doing extraordinary things for other people, and this group of people running this camp are extraordinary. I highly recommend that you send your kids of any age to Run for Fun Overnight Camp.”
-Kate M., 15, Texas