A summer at Camp Dart-Lo is far more than going to camp. It’s an opportunity to positively impact kids and have summer fun in the process!

Camp Fire youth leaders develop strong character, life skills and values. They help kids understand the world around them and their impact on it. As campers learn to push themselves, they gain confidence, independence, leadership skills and a positive outlook. Summer camp teaches understanding, patience, responsibility and cooperation.

Here are the different Youth Leadership Opportunities available at Camp Dart-Lo:

PALs Program

The Program Aides in Learning Program (PAL) at Camp Dart-Lo day camp offers teens in grades 6-9 hands-on training and experience with camper groups. Teens work with adults and younger campers to develop camp program skills, behavior management and teaching skills. During the PALs program, teens enjoy traditional camp activities while guiding younger campers in outdoor play, communications, service-learning and team-building. Along the way, teens discover their own “Sparks” and strengths.

Camp activities include swimming, outdoor skills, archery, singing, games, arts and crafts, nature, magic, storytelling, hiking, cookouts and more. The program varies with each age group.

Jr. PALs - Grades 6-8 

This three-week program includes two weeks of leadership training, team building, adventure activities and camp program skills to become familiar with the program assistant perspective. The third week will be spent gaining hands-on experience leading younger campers.

Sr. PALs - Grades 7-9

This two-week program includes advanced training in behavior management, camper characteristics, teaching/leading camp activities, and a "live-in" experience with a camper group. To be eligible for a Sr. PALs position, you must have completed the Jr. PALs program, or be going into at least 8th grade.

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Counselor Assistants

Counselor Assistants get hands-on experience leading young campers through the fun and learning of camp! Counselor Assistants must have completed the PAL Program at Camp Dart-Lo or are entering the 10th grade. A strong love of children and the outdoors is required to lead a group of campers and our Mentor Counselors are always available to help you along. CAs will gain experience directly leading young campers, develop group management skills, build teamwork and friendships, all while working closely with counselors and program specialists. Leadership development is guaranteed when you are a Counselor Assistant! CAs are required to complete the application process prior to acceptance and assignment.

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