Get Ready to Lead!

We are excited to offer teen leadership opportunities at Camp Orkila to help teens become multi-cultural leaders. Level 4 Leadership Programs, Islanders and Counselor in Training, require an application and interview process. Information about Level 5 programs (Orkila Summer Intern - OSI) and applications will be ready on January 3!

Islanders:
Grades: 10th-12th in fall 2024
Cost: $4500 / $5625
Participants learn advanced boat handling, advanced navigation, and expedition planning. Working as a team, groups will plan their own trip through the San Juan Islands. This trip will challenge perseverance, kayak skills, and leadership abilities. Islander participants will take what they have learned and practice leading their peers at least once as Leader of the Day.

Counselor in Training (CIT):
Grades: 11th-12th in fall 2024
Cost: $4500 / $5625
Participants take the first step in becoming a cabin counselor. Participants focus on team building, leadership skills, and counseling techniques while at camp. This four-week program includes a week of training and team building, a week "in unit" working directly with a traditional or specialty cabin group, a week focused on service both at camp and in the greater Orcas Island community, and a final week to celebrate and reflect.

Orkila Summer Intern (OSI):
Grades: 12th in fall 2024, and under age 18 for duration of program
Cost: $900 / $1100
Teens will participate in a unique, multi-faceted leadership experience that prepares them for future positions of responsibility. The internship offers a great chance to develop your resume, gain work experience and build friendships. Participants will attend training and then will fulfill various roles around camp during an exciting four weeks, expanding their leadership knowledge and enhancing the camp experience.

OSI applicants will be required to submit references as a part of the application process.

Application deadline extended to March 4, 2024

Please allow 5-7 business days for follow-up instructions once your application has been submitted. Decision letters will be sent out on a rolling basis starting January 22, 2024 for islanders and Counselors in Training, and starting March 4 for Orkila Summer Interns.

Applicant Information

Please provide your personal information below.

First Name

Last Name

Preferred Name or Nickname

Email Address

Phone Number

Street Address

City

State

Zip Code

Parent/Guardian Information

Please provide the contact information of the parent or guardian.

Parent/Guardian 1

First Name of Parent/Guardian 1

Last Name of Parent/Guardian 1

Email Address of Parent/Guardian 1

Phone Number of Parent/Guardian 1

Add Another Parent/Guardian

Parent/Guardian 2

First Name of Parent/Guardian 2

Last Name of Parent/Guardian 2

Email Address of Parent/Guardian 2

Phone Number of Parent/Guardian 2

Questions for Applicant

Please provide answers to the questions below.

Date of Birth

What grade will you be entering in the Fall of 2024?

There are multiple programs that you may apply for. Please read the following in regards to eligibility.

Level 4 Leadership Islanders: Entering 10th-12th Grade in Fall 2024
Level 4 Leadership Counselor in Training: Entering 11th-12th Grade in Fall 2024
Level 5 Leadership Orkila Summer Intern: Entering 12th Grade in Fall 2024, under 18 for duration of program

Please rank the programs you are applying for.

1 is your top preference. If you are not applying to a program, please choose "Not Applying."

Questions	1	2	3	Not Applying
Islanders	1	2	3	Not Applying
Counselor in Training	1	2	3	Not Applying
Orkila Summer Intern	1	2	3	Not Applying

If accepted into the CIT Program or the OSI Program, which session(s) would you be available for? As this is a competitive program, higher priority will be given to those who are flexible. Please check all that apply.


Session 2C: June 29 – July 26	Session 2C: June 29 – July 26
Session 6C: July 31 – August 28	Session 6C: July 31 – August 28
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* Please note that all OSIs will attend training June 24th – June 28th.

We are only currently planning to run one Islanders session this summer, from from July 31 to August 28. Please check that you will be able to attend that session during those dates.


Session 6C: July 31 – August 28	Session 6C: July 31 – August 28
Unsure	Unsure

Why would you like to be a part of the program(s) that you are applying for?

What is a group that you have been proud to be a part of, and what role did you play in that group?

What is a specific aspect of your life that demonstrates your commitment to the YMCA Core Values of Respect, Responsibility, Honesty, Caring, and Passion for Excellence?

Please describe your previous kayaking or outdoor experience, and what were the top three things you learned from those experiences?

2024 Camp Orkila Teen Leadership Application