Pali Adventures CIT

Pali Adventures CIT is a specialized Counselor-in-Training program in Running Springs, CA, designed for teens aged 15-16. This program serves as a developmental bridge for older campers, focusing on building leadership, problem-solving, and teamwork skills in a supportive, supervised environment.

The program offers a structured approach to skill-building, with mornings dedicated to intensive training and planning sessions. In the afternoons and evenings, CITs participate in a variety of camp activities, allowing them to apply their new skills in a hands-on setting. A key feature of the program is the opportunity for participants to plan and implement their own elective project under counselor supervision, fostering independence and project management abilities.

This experience is ideal for teens looking to transition from the traditional camper role toward potential careers in teaching, coaching, or camp leadership. The program provides a safe, supervised space for adolescents to develop social-emotional strengths and practical life skills through collaborative group work and responsibility.