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 Expeditions

 
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Kayaking
Explore the San Juan Islands in our one, two and three week expeditions. Learn about your environment, your boats, your group and yourself. San Juan Kayaking is for those entering grades 8-12 (not all grades offered all sessions). Paddle Camp is for those entering grades 9-12. Islanders is for those entering grades 10-12. For more information on Expeditions, visit www.orkilaleadership.org.
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Sailing
Grab the tiller, harness the wind, explore the San Juans and build new friendships on our one and two week sailing expeditions. San Juan Sailing is for those entering grades 8-10. Mariners is for those entering grades 9-12. For more information on Expeditions, visit www.orkilaleadership.org.
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Biking
Learn about tomorrow's transportation in a beautiful setting with a group of friends. Hike 'n Bike and San Juan Biking are for those entering grades 8-10. For more information on Expeditions, visit www.orkilaleadership.org.
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One-Week Expeditions
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Two-Week Expeditions
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Four-Week Expedition
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 Leadership

 
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High Altitude Leadership
Entering grades 7-9. High Altitude Leadership campers expand their knowledge of the challenge course elements by learning basic knot tying, belaying and facilitation under supervision of the qualified staff. The climbing tower and zipline add extra adrenaline!
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Leadership Development Institute (LDI)
Entering grades 9-11. Teens gain the confidence and skills for becoming great role models at camp and in life! In this two-week program, "LDIs" facilitate camper activities, engage in team-building initiatives, coordinate a service project and explore the San Juan Islands on a 5-day kayaking, biking or sailing trip, depending on the session.
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LDI 2.0
Entering grades 10-12. Teens go to the next level in leadership development through this three-week program focused on environmental education, service learning and community leadership. Teens apply these skills in the camp setting and on a 7-day kayak trip.
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Counselor in Training (CIT) (Entering Grades 11-12)
FULL FOR 2012!!! Teens pursuing camp leadership roles join this 4-week program learning the challenges, joys and responsibilities of being a counselor. Application and interview required. For more information on the CIT program, visit www.orkilaleadership.org.
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Volunteer Internships
FULL FOR 2012!!! Our internship program is a unique, multi-faceted leadership experience that prepares teens for future positions of responsibility. The internship offers a great chance to develop your resume, gain work experience and build friendships.
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Girls LEAD: Lead, Empower, Adventure, Discover
Formerly known as PCAL - Entering Grades 7-9. Each girl finds her voice and explores who she is as a leader in this girl-centered camp experience. Through outdoor adventures and enriching workshops, girls make new friends and challenge themselves. From BMX biking to salsa dancing and hiking, girls move their bodies and stretch past what they thought possible. They develop leadership skills and plan service projects wit hthe support of fellow campers and staff. When girls finish this adventure, they know that the confidence, strength and friendships they've developed will help them meet any challenge that comes their way.
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 Internships

 
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Volunteer Internships
FULL FOR 2012!!! Our internship program is a unique, multi-faceted leadership experience that prepares teens for future positions of responsibility. The internship offers a great chance to develop your resume, gain work experience and build friendships.
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 School Year

 
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Year-Round Camp Leadership Program
The goal of this exciting new program is to bring home the energy that we create during the summer. The YRCLP will focus on keeping camp's up-and-coming leaders connected with each other and to help spread camp values into our communities. Events will range from service opportunities, outdoor adventures and camper reunions. the members of the YRCLP will work together to keep camp magic alive all throughout the year in anticipation for the next summer season.
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YMCA Camping Services
Camp Orkila & Camp Colman

P 206 382 5009
F 206 382 4920

colmanorkilainfo@seattleymca.org
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