Counselors in Training
Entering Grades 11 – 12
The CIT program is for mature campers who are ready to take on the challenge of leadership camp and begin the journey to becoming a staff member. The high-intensity two week program (weekend included) will begin with a three day two night kayaking trip in Washington state in which CITs will begin their team building experience and sit up their expectations for their session and internship. CITs will return to camp and participate in a team-building experience on the challenge course and spend the remainder of the first week much like the staff do during orientation and training. We emphasize understanding children, respecting diversity, leadership skills and YMCA values.

CIT Application

2010 CIT Sessions
Session 1: July 4 - July 17    
Session 2: July 18 - July 31    
Session 3: August 1 - August 14


Additional YMCA Teen Programs
Teen Camp
 
Teen XL
 (Extreme Leadership)
YMCA of Columbia-Willamette Teen Programs

Counselor in Training Fees
Realizing that families have different abilities to pay, YMCA Camp Collins uses a three-tier rate structure for our summer camp programs. Please take a moment to look at the rate descriptions below and choose the rate level that is most suitable for your family. 

Rate One  
Based on the actual cost of camp for one teen to participate. Includes expenses for staff, maintenance, food and supplies.

Example
$790.00   $690.00   $590.00

Rate Two
Our partially subsidized fee for those families who can pay a little more, but still can't afford the actual cost of camp.

Example
$790.00   $690.00   $590.00

Rate Three
Our standard subsidized fee. This rate does not reflect the true cost of operating sumer camp programs.

Example
$790.00   $690.00   $590.00

This program is voluntary and in no way influences the experience children receive, yet it offers the opportunity for families to take an active role in supporting the true cost of their teen's camp experience.

 
Financial Assistance
Thinking about sending your child to YMCA Camp Collins but not sure you can afford it? Financial assistance is available to all campers. Download
the financial assistance form or contact the Camp Collins office at 503.663.5813 to have a form mailed to you. Along with your registration form, please fill out the financial assistance form, include proof of monthly income and and deposit and mail it to: Registrar; 3001 SE Oxbow Parkway; Gresham, Oregon 97080. Our office will contact you within 14 days to share how much of a scholarship your family qualifies for.  

Registration
For an overview, please visit Registration
. You can also select from the links below.
Online Registration

Camp Fees

Family Handbook

Información en Español

During the second week, CITs will practice their skills in a cabin as an assistant counselor! CITs will work with a senior staff member to lead the campers through their daily activities. CITs will receive support and evaluations from camp staff and their counselors. This is a specialized program that requires maturity and a desire to learn and work hard. An application form and interview are required; however, participating in the interview does not guarantee placement in the CIT program. Please call the Summer Camp Director or Associate Summer Camp Director at 503.663.3190 for more information

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