The Camp Menesetung
Leadership Training Program
Our comprehensive, hands-on learning experience teaches teens valuable leadership skills they can use not only as a future camp counsellor, but in any leadership role they take on!
Two Year Leadership Training Program:
Year 1 - Leader In Training (LIT) - For those who turn 15 in the current calendar year
A subsidized training program wherein LITs attend a week of training, and up to three additional weeks (weeks of choice based on the LIT’s summer availability) of 'in-cabin' practical application leadership experience shadowing and assisting Menesetung staff, debriefing and training. Successful completion of the LIT program earns the candidate a Menesetung LIT certification. LIT registrations are accepted on a first-come first-served basis, with one additional LIT specific form required as part of the registration process.
LITs are considered campers and sign-up by registering! Scroll down to learn more about the program!
Year 2 - Counsellor In Training (CIT) - For those who turn 16 in the current calendar year
An introduction to life as part of the Menesetung staff team! Counsellors In Training (CITs) commit to spending their summer at camp developing and refining their leadership skills with the support and mentorship of experienced camp staff. This free opportunity enables CITs to receive their emergency first aid, bronze medallion, and bronze cross swimming certifications; earn up-to 2 summer co-op high school credits; collect volunteer hours; live camp life & eat camp food all summer; participate in on-going staff training; provide them with a year of transferable leadership work experience with accompanying references and evaluations; and offer a small weekly honourarium as a gesture of thanks for their efforts.
Interested candidates must apply, and go through our CIT hiring process to be considered for this opportunity. Completion of our LIT program is not required to become a CIT, though it is considered an asset on your application!
CITs are considered Staff and are hired after applying. Scroll down to learn more about the program!
How the LIT Program Works
Our LIT program is going through a comprehensive rework, check back for details on the new program!
DATES:
Sunday to Friday
AGE: 15
Training Week Sign-In: Sunday between 3-4pm
In-Cabin Experience Week Sign-In: Sunday at 1pm
Training Week Sign-Out: Friday Closing Ceremony 4:45pm
In-Cabin Experience Week Sign-Out:
Your choice, either:
5:45pm OR
7:30 to help with cleanup (includes supper)
Need financial help to cover the cost of camp? Please inquire about our bursary fund: sean@campmenesetung.ca
Coming soon!
2025 COST:
Tiered Price System Includes Meals, Snacks, T-Shirt, and Tax! Prices below represent the total cost of LIT training week and up to 3 additional weeks of in-cabin experience.
Early Bird Rate (January 1-May 1):
Coming soon!
Regular Rate (After May 1st):
Coming soon!
Installment payment options available when you register.
“My two summers at Camp Menesetung as an LIT and CIT were some of my most valuable and memorable experiences because they allowed me to build on my leadership skills, create lasting relationships, and learn skills I wouldn't have been able to get anywhere else - like how to eat dinner with a ladle!”
~ Clarissa Gordon: Past LIT, CIT, Cabin Counsellor, Program Lead, and Leadership Training Director
Counsellors In Training (CITs) (16+)
CITs have more opportunities and responsibilities than LITs. This experience is geared at completing the transition for 16 year olds from camper to staff. Guiding them into similar leadership opportunities as staff but with additional supports and training, and clear paths to problem solving under the mentorship of our Leadership Team.
CIT Perks, this free program entitles you to:
Free Room & Board and a summer at Camp!
Free enrolment in our intensive Emergency First Aid, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross swimming certification course (optional but encouraged!)
Up-to 2 high school summer co-op credits (arrangements for this set up between your school's co-op department and Camp Menesetung)
Volunteer hours... lots of them!
A small honourarium offered for each week of experience.
1 year of transferable leadership experience with accompanying references and evaluations.
CITs are in great standing to apply as 17 year olds onto the Camp Menesetung staff team, their year of experience also gives them a boost on the pay grid!
To become a CIT you will need to go through our selection process, which involves:
Checking the application package to ensure you know what you're signing up for and are available for all mandatory training dates
Finding two people who can vouch for your leadership abilities as references.
Completing an online application through our staff application portal.
Attending an interview (all CIT applicants will receive an interview).
DATES:
Application Cut-off Date for first round of CIT hiring:
January 31st, 2025 at 11:59PM (Your best chance of getting in! Applications will be considered on an on-going basis after this date)
Summer Staff Training Weekend: June 6-8, 2025
Intensive Swimming Certification Course (optional but encouraged): Emergency First Aid, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross. June Dates TBA
Summer Staff Training Week: June 29-July 4, 2025
Summer Camp! Sun-Friday July 6-August 22, 2025 (CITs are often awarded a week or two off during the summer to accommodate family holiday's etc.)
Questions? Contact Sean! sean@campmenesetung.ca