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LIT Program (10th & 11th Graders) near Westfield
Explore a transformative summer experience for high school juniors and seniors at Oak Crest Day Camp, situated near Westfield, NJ. Our Leaders-in-Training (LIT) Program empowers participants through engaging activities, including team-building exercises, leadership workshops, and outdoor adventures. This program fosters the development of essential skills within a vibrant summer atmosphere, emphasizing personal growth and camaraderie. Oak Crest Day Camp ensures a memorable summer for teens, promoting lasting friendships and laying the groundwork for future success. Elevate your summer with the enriching blend of fun and development offered by Oak Crest’s LIT Program in the heart of Westfield, NJ.
The LIT Experience
Cultivate practical leadership skills in Westfield, New Jersey, and apply them effectively upon your return. Our emphasis is on fostering success and delivering an outstanding summer experience. As a 9th or 10th grader, reshape your understanding of success and excellence through our Leadership-in-Training (LIT) program. This program focuses on the development of problem-solving, role modeling, and teamwork skills.
Embrace meaningful responsibility and prepare for success as a staff member. The LIT experience encompasses an overnight trip and active engagement with various age groups in the camp, enhancing your skill set. Oak Crest’s Staff Training equips LITs to work effectively with campers, providing daily feedback and weekly meetings to address challenges and formulate effective strategies. Your journey towards success and excellence commences here.
Leadership Trip: GLOBAL ROUTES: Appalachian Leadership Training Expedition at Worthington State Forest
Engage in a practical hiking experience in Worthington State Forest near Westfield, featuring hands-on skills like backpack preparation, rock climbing, hiking, campsite setup, and canoeing on the Delaware River. The program aims to foster teamwork, leadership, and responsibility in teenagers through leadership training offered by Oak Crest and Global Routes staff, coupled with extensive hiking and camping activities. The main goal is to challenge participants, urging them to surpass their comfort zones and uncover their potential. With a successful eight-year track record, the program consistently garners positive reviews and demonstrates commendable outcomes.
