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Leadership Development Camp

Applications for Camp 2023 are now open!

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This is a Leadership Development Camp like nothing you have seen before. This camp offers one of the most pivotal, introspective experiences, guaranteed to change you forever. We teach leadership through helping you know who you are and what you stand for, realizing how important diversity is and helping you get involved and putting your skills to practice. We will motivate you in ways you never thought you could, and you will come back a better you. Whether you feel like you are a strong leader already or have lots of room to grow, this camp will help you become more confident and outgoing and will give you skills that you use the rest of your life.

Details At a Glance:

When: June 26-30th 2023
Where: Camp Pinecliff
Who: Residents of Utah & SW Wyoming CURRENTLY in 9th, 10th or 11th grade
How much: $300 (Discounted rate available to those that qualify)

Here’s what youth say about our camp
  • “My whole perspective on life has changed, I can do anything…”
  • “I realize that even though we haven’t known each other for a long time, they made me realize I really am a gift to everyone I meet...”
  • “This week I learned more about myself than I thought possible…”
  • “It definitely went beyond my expectations. This was one of the best experiences of my life.
  • “When I heard about the camp, I thought it would just be a way to get out of the house – not a life changing journey.”
  • “I’ve had 4 siblings come to this camp and they told me to expect a lot but It still exceeded my expectations.”
Here’s what parents have to say about our camp
  • "Definitely send your son or daughter to this. It is part of his or her coming of age in my opinion. I have two younger children who I will be sending to this program as well with no hesitation. Top notch program..."
  • "It's an incredible week of growth in building self-worth, care and understanding of others, and in developing positive leadership abilities."
  • "The staff and the ideas behind this camp will have a lasting impression on these kids for a lifetime. I know that when my two boys came home they could not say enough about what they learned about themselves and about the kids they were fortunate enough to meet.”
  • My daughter was nervous to go to camp but when it was time to go home she didn’t want to leave!
  • ABSOLUTELY DO NOT WAIT TO SIGN UP!!!! I asked my son if he'd like to go again next year and he was almost crying telling me, "YES!!!! but they only let you go once!!!" He also mentioned it felt like a month and not a week with all the amazing ground they covered. He gained some very valuable life lessons and we are most grateful!
  • My daughter came home and said that LDC was the best experience of her life. She expressed to us that she felt changed and the things she learned and the friends she made would stay with her forever. She also said, "Everyone needs to go to this camp! I highly recommend it for anyone!"
Application Steps at a Glance
  1. Fill out this application completely.
  2. Watch our Orientation Video with a parent (it will be emailed to you!
  3.  Attend the Zoom Chat with a parent and pay your camp fee.
  4.  You and one of your parents or legal guardians must attend a packing meeting/orientation in the spring and you will also create a Red Cross Volunteer account.
  5. Graduate to awesomeness.

Q: What kind of accommodations are there?

A: You stay in cabins with bunk beds. We have private showers (but shower times are very short) and flushing toilets.

 

Q: Can we bring cell phones?

A: Nope, you check them in to us at the beginning.

 

Q: What will we be doing up there?

A: We have a few inspiring and professional guests, teambuilding games, think labs, discussions, small group activities, skits, talent show, sports activities, a hike and a dance under the stars with a DJ.

 

Q: Are we going to do crafts and outdoorsy activities?

A: Nope, that’s a different camp.

 

Q: What if I can’t afford to pay $200

A: We have lots of different options for payment including reduced rate based on income and payment plans.

 

Q: Will I be safe up there?

A: Your safety is our #1 priority. We have a full time Registered Nurse on duty during camp and we also have strict policies about adult staff and youth not being alone together.

 

Q: Who are the staff?

A: We have over 22 volunteer staff members. Most of whom are adults over 21 who have either been with us for a long time or attended the camp themselves in their youth and are now adults who want to be part of it again! Some of our staff are youth like you who attended camp in the past year or two and showed amazing leadership. They did some hard work and are now our coworkers!

 

Q: Can we attend the camp more than once?

A: No. Sorry. You can move on to be a student staff next year.

 

Q: There is something different about me and I wonder if you can accommodate me?

A: We work really hard to have a diverse group of kids, it’s one of the most important things about our camp. So YES, whether you have a medical condition, disability, dietary restriction, religious concerns, we want you to be at our camp. Please bring these up in the interview and if you have questions before you fill out the application, please give Heather a call.

 

Q: When can I can apply for camp?

A: We start accepting application in August and stop when our 80 spots are full. THIS HAPPENS FAST SO DON’T PROCRASTINATE OR YOU MIGHT HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL NEXT YEAR!

 

Q: Is there additional opportunities to practice my leadership skills after camp?

A: It’s so funny you ask because YES, we have a whole youth program at the Red Cross ran by youth who lead other youth to do life-saving and amazing things. You don’t have to have attended camp to be part of Youth Services, so click on that page in the left-hand column of this website and check it out now!

GUESS WHAT?!

Our staff and past delegates love the youth that come to this camp so much that we created a non-profit scholarship fund for you! It’s called the Skip Morgan LDC Scholarship. Each year we collect funds and raise money to award to a past camp attendee for college or higher education. After camp, you can apply for this too! www.smldc.org  

Contact Information

If you have more questions, please feel free to contact one of the following persons:

Heather McKinnon, MSW, Camp Director

801.688.2699 (text or call)

Heather.mckinnon2@redcross.org

 

Meesh Gapinski, Camp Coordinator

801.209.2266 (text or call)

Meesh.gapinski@redcross.org

 

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