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.

Halloween Hikes: Pumpkin Carvers

Wednesday, October 14 | 4:30–6:30 p.m.

Show off your pumpkin-carving skills! Help us gut and carve approximately 100 pumpkins to prepare the trails for Halloween Hikes. A prize will be awarded for the best jack-o'-lantern! Come when you can and stay as long as you're available.

Halloween Hikes: Trail Guides

Friday, October 16 | 5:00–10:00 p.m. | Ages 16+

We are looking for outgoing CITs to help lead groups through the Halloween Hikes trail. Trail Guides should be comfortable giving instructions, speaking with community members, and helping create a fun and welcoming experience. Each hike lasts approximately one hour, and volunteers may lead multiple hikes throughout the evening.

Campfire on the Bluff: CIT Social Night

Friday, October 30 | 7:00–8:30 p.m.

Join us for a special CIT social night under the stars! Jonathan, a counselor at California Woods, will lead an evening of storytelling and exploration as we learn about the sounds, sights, and smells of nature at night.

**This is also a public program, and families are welcome. A limited number of spaces are being reserved for CITs. If you plan to attend with additional guests, please register through the public program page: Campfire on the Bluff

Family Science Night: Activity Leaders

Saturday, November 14 | 5:30–8:15 p.m.

Help younger participants explore science through hands-on chemistry and physics experiments! CITs will assist at activity stations as participants rotate through experiments and group demonstrations. Volunteers will also help with program setup and cleanup. This opportunity is a great fit for CITs who enjoy working with younger children and are comfortable helping explain activities.

Forest Restoration: Invasive Species Removal

Saturday, November 14 | 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.

Coming Soon

Registration details for the following opportunities are still being finalized. Check back soon for updates!

Holiday Crafts at LaBoiteaux Woods

Saturday, December 12 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

Monday, December 21 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.

Blizzard Blast Winter Break Camp at Trailside

Tuesday, December 22 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 Help California Woods staff with a day of Winter Break Camp. CITs will assist with activities, campers, setup, cleanup, and other typical camp responsibilities.