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C.I.L.T.
"This trip was the most awesome thing I have ever
done!" "This program is more than I thought it would
be." "God has taught me to rely on him for everything."
"I have grown so much closer to the Lord." "These
are friends and experiences that will last a lifetime!"
Campers In Leadership Training (C.I.L.T.) is a two year program
with emphasis on supervised leadership training and personal
spiritual growth. These ladies will be challenged in ways
they never dreamed possible and grow in knowledge, skills
and confidence throughout the program. Upon completion of
the program, graduates will be encouraged to join our staff.
This intense program will prepare young women not only to
serve at camp, but in their schools, churches, communities
and throughout the world.
CILT I
Young ladies in 9th, 10th, or 11th grade are eligible to enroll
in CILT I. During the school year, CILTs are working on requirements,
reading books, developing a resource file, and preparing for
the busy summer ahead. Once CILTs arrive at camp, they will
prepare to embark on a trip that will change their lives forever.
CILTs, their instructor, and qualified tripping personnel
will leave for a week long outdoor living experience, typically
backpacking and/or canoeing. CILTs will experience first hand
God's awesome creation and learn important lessons in teamwork
and communication. Once the CILTs return to camp their second
week of training consists of working with a cabin, leading
activities, songfests, service hours, Bible study and CILT
class.
CILT II
There is no break! And who wants one anyway!! The CILTs are
anxious to continue their training and get started on their
second year requirements. CILT II begins as soon as CILT I
ends. CILTs are given their second year books to read, their
extensive list of requirements, and with their new network
of fellow CILTs, instructor and their mentor they are ready
to begin. One of the most unique features of our CILT II program
is the use of a mentor. Each CILT chooses a mentor. Someone
who will pray with them, guide, encourage, challenge and keep
the CILT accountable throughout the year. The mentor and CILT
will share thoughts and ideas on Bible Study methods by Rick
Warren. Then the summer begins with three weeks of training.
CILT II participants are required to attend our staff training
week, otherwise known as Pre-camp. During this week, CILTs
will have the opportunity to see the workings behind camp,
as friendships develop, activities are planned, staff is trained
and duties are assigned. They will also have the opportunity
to earn certifications in Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid, and
AED. The second week of CILT is filled with training in their
areas of specialty, Bible study, CILT classes, and camp service
hours. Finally, the third week of training arrives when CILTs
get to put all their knowledge into practice when they live-in
with a cabin for a full week under the supervision of another
counselor. Upon successful completion of all the requirements
CILTs will have a graduation ceremony and are welcomed onto
our staff!
STAFF
We encourage our CILTs to return the following summer after
completing the program even if it is only for 1 week. It is
exciting to see God working in these young women and see the
skills and talents that they bring to the Kingdom.
Prerequisites:
CILT I
Must be in 9th, 10th or 11th grade
Follower of Jesus Christ
Have previously been a Gilead camper
Commitment of attendance to all training weeks of the program
Pre-payment is required
CILT II
Successful completion of CILT I with favorable recommendations
Commitment of attendance to all training weeks of the program
Commitment to return for at least 1 week the following summer
Pre-payment is required
Cost:
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