Counselor-in-Training Opportunities

The Counselor-in-Training (CIT) program offers year-round opportunities for teens to stay involved through service-learning projects, volunteer opportunities, and social events throughout the year.

Teens who have been accepted into the CIT program are welcome to register for the opportunities below. Need to apply to the CIT program? Visit our CIT application page to get started.

Forest Restoration: Invasive Species Removal

Saturday, November 21st | 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Help care for our natural areas through a hands-on forest restoration project. CITs will work alongside staff to remove invasive plant species and help improve habitat for native plants and wildlife.

Holiday Crafts at LaBoiteaux Woods

Saturday, December 12 | 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM or 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Help Lara and Angel prepare for a holiday craft program. CITs may assist with craft preparation, setup, parking, and helping welcome and manage larger groups during the event.

CIT Planetarium Show at Trailside- Secret Life of Stars!

Monday, December 21 | 10:00am-11:30am 

Join Michael for a special CIT planetarium program and explore our solar system together. This is a social and learning opportunity designed specifically for CIT participants.

WINTER BREAK CAMPS

Blizzard Blast Winter Break Camp at Trailside *

Tuesday, December 22, 9:30am-3:00pm (Pick the 9:30am start below for Trailside)

Spend the day helping with Blizzard Blast Winter Break Camp at Trailside. CITs will assist staff with activities, campers, setup, cleanup, and other general camp responsibilities throughout the day.

Winter Break Camp at California Woods *

Tuesday, December 22, 9:15am-3:00pm (Pick the 9:15am start below for Cali)

Help California Woods staff with a day of Winter Break Camp. CITs will assist with activities, campers, setup, cleanup, and other typical camp responsibilities.

Winter Wizards Camp at Caldwell Nature Center *

Tuesday, December 29th, 9:15am - 3:00pm

Help Olivia with this magical camp for young witches and wizards in this nature and magic based camp.

*As of 11/1/26 we have low winter break camp registrations so I have only opened one spot* If you are interested and there is not a spot, or you want to do it with a fellow CIT, shoot me a message and I see what we can do.