Today we will begin placing campers into our CILT program (Camper In Leadership Training) for the summer of 2019.
Each summer a number of our staff members are proud alumnus of our two year CILT program. Last summer we had 20 staff members who were former CILTs at Walton’s including: Quin and Riley Grim, Aimee and Alex Eagle, Mikayla Carrier, Ella Walton, Amber Vidal, Page Whittle, Jake Kahn, Bodie Glavish and Marc Codega. In addition, our nine Assistant Counselors during the summer of 2018, Maya Zimmerman, Dani Morgen, Audrey Smith, Georgia Walton, Charlotte Atkins, Mikey May, Tom Ruffin, Ryan McWilliams and Campbell Taylor, were also former Walton’s CILTs.
We look forward to introducing our first year CILTs into the program next summer and welcoming back those who will be returning to Walton’s to take part in our second year CILT program. We are confident that a number of the CILTs at camp during the summer of 2019 will no doubt be a part of our Walton’s staff in future summers.
Below you will find more information about our CILT program.
Our Regular Program is for new and returning campers 7 – 14 years old. If your child attended Walton’s Grizzly Lodge last summer, turns 15 before June 15th and will have completed the 9th grade, he or she may be invited to apply for our CILT Program (Camper in Leadership Training). Letters of invitation, along with information about how to apply, are mailed September 1st.
The CILT Program is a two-year program. First Year CILTs must turn 15 years old by June 15th and have completed the 9th grade. Second Year CILTs must have completed the first-year CILT Program. CILTs receive a 10% tuition discount. Special privileges are given to CILTs including first choice of activities, time at the Staff House and a special CILT Day Out.
Personal Appearance Policy: As role models for younger children we expect CILTs to present a wholesome image. CILTs will maintain a clean, neat and well-groomed appearance. Small ear, nose and naval piercings only. Clothing should be appropriate for a children’s summer camp. We reserve the right to determine standards for presenting a wholesome image and may add specific expectations as needed. If you have questions about these expectations, please call us to discuss.
This is a Select Program and availability is very limited. There are a maximum of 14 CILTs per session (7 male / 7 female). There is no guarantee of placement in this program. Campers must receive a letter of invitation before applying.
My child has completed the two-year CILT Program. What’s next?
Your child might consider applying for our Outdoor Adventure Program. This is a select backpacking program for 12 -17 year old campers who show leadership potential and are ready to handle the rigors of this adventurous week in the outdoors. (Participants do not have to have been in the CILT Program to apply for the Outdoor Adventure Program.) Please see the Outdoor Adventure Program page for more information.
The other option is for your child to take a gap year away from Walton’s. As hard as this is for many campers to consider, we find this can be a positive experience.
What are the requirements to be a COUNSELOR at Walton’s Grizzly Lodge?
Counselors
18 or older by June 15th
Completed a year of college
Available to work all summer
Assistant Counselors
18 or older by June 15th
Completed CILT Program
High School Graduate
Available at least one session
We begin accepting Counselor and Assistant Counselor applications January 1st.
Note: Applicants may apply from our website (Staff – Employment Opportunities).
