Forest Explorers CIT Program

This is a volunteer opportunity for teens ages 14-16! Being a Forest Explorers Counselor In Training with Whitefish Legacy Partners provides opportunities for the development of leadership skills and responsibility while on the trail. This is a chance for your teen to grow in their ability to lead groups and practice job skills while under the supervision of our Education Coordinator. This is a unique position because it is very interactive and takes place entirely outside on the Whitefish Trail!

Position Details:

o   THREE WEEKS available: June 16-19, June 30-July 3, August 11-14 from 9am-1:30pm, Monday through Thursday

o   Each CIT will state the dates of their preferred week of camp and their second choice. If you are accepted, you will be guaranteed one week of camp.

o   Each CIT will be provided opportunities to lead, depending on interest and ability, under the supervision of the Education Coordinator (examples include: leading an activity or game, leading group check-ins, leading hikes, etc.) with the goal of growing in confidence and autonomy in a work environment.

o   CIT's will be helping with kids taking part in Forest Explorers Camp aged 7-11.

Application Process:

1.        Applicants must send an email by JUNE 9 to wteducation@whitefishlegacy.org answering the following questions:

·      Full Name:

·      Age:

·      Contact: preferred email and phone number

·      Preferred camp week dates:

·      Second preference for camp week dates:

·      Why do you want this position?

·      What do you hope to learn?  

2.        Once WLP receives your email application, applicants will take part in a short phone interview (10-15 minutes).

3.        Not everyone who applies will be accepted. Positions are open until filled.