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Leadership & Food Justice Training for Teens
Farm and Garden Camp offers successive opportunities for teens to build vocational farm and garden skills, develop knowledge and skills to work effectively with children, examine food systems through a justice lens, and serve as leaders among their peers. Participants develop the competence and confidence they need to eventually become staff members at Farm and Garden Camp - and to be successful leaders anywhere else they pursue their passions and interests.
Jr. CITs (7th-9th graders)
Program Description
The Jr. CIT program is for those ready to graduate from camper to role model. As many Jr. CITs are former campers, they carry with them wisdom and memories of camp that are vital to maintaining the culture and continuity of our camp community. Jr. CITs role model these elements of camp culture in daily all-camp rituals and small-group camper activities. Participation in a variety of workshops and projects additionally guide them towards embodying camp's Vision & Values. Led by the Teen Instructor, topics/projects may include but are not limited to:
Jr. CITs spend time each day in workshops and projects with their peers. They also help with specific camper activities such as animal and garden chores, story time, crafts, and morning games. In Summer 2021, due to pandemic health precautions, Jr. CITs will spend the majority of their time with their own peer group.
How do I sign up?
Register here. Register for up to two one-week sessions.
In 2021, the Jr. CIT program will be offered only during Sessions 2, 4, 6, and 7. The program costs $360 per week.
Program Description
The Jr. CIT program is for those ready to graduate from camper to role model. As many Jr. CITs are former campers, they carry with them wisdom and memories of camp that are vital to maintaining the culture and continuity of our camp community. Jr. CITs role model these elements of camp culture in daily all-camp rituals and small-group camper activities. Participation in a variety of workshops and projects additionally guide them towards embodying camp's Vision & Values. Led by the Teen Instructor, topics/projects may include but are not limited to:
- animal health and care
- crop care and garden maintenance
- story reading techniques with children
- effectively leading games with campers
- examination of justice and sustainability issues in our food system
- self-care and mindfulness practices
Jr. CITs spend time each day in workshops and projects with their peers. They also help with specific camper activities such as animal and garden chores, story time, crafts, and morning games. In Summer 2021, due to pandemic health precautions, Jr. CITs will spend the majority of their time with their own peer group.
How do I sign up?
Register here. Register for up to two one-week sessions.
In 2021, the Jr. CIT program will be offered only during Sessions 2, 4, 6, and 7. The program costs $360 per week.
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CITs (Counselors-In-Training, 10th-12th grades)
Program Description:
CITs participate in a two-week training program that focuses on direct child-care and counselor skill development. Week 1 explores topics such as:
Week 2 focuses on applying previous learning through working directly with camper groups and processing their experiences with campers. We recommend (though do not require) that CITs complete at least two weeks of the Jr. CIT program before participating in CITs.
How do I sign up?
Register here. Each CIT session is two weeks long. CITa (Sessions 1&2 and Sessions 5&6) covers different training content than CITb (Sessions 3&4).
CIT sessions are two weeks long (S1&2, S3&4, S5&6). The program costs $360 per two-week session.
Program Description:
CITs participate in a two-week training program that focuses on direct child-care and counselor skill development. Week 1 explores topics such as:
- Vocal and non-verbal communication
- Lesson planning and implementation
- Child development
- Group dynamics
- Power and leadership
- Access and inclusion
- Conflict transformation
- Time management
- Organizational strategies
Week 2 focuses on applying previous learning through working directly with camper groups and processing their experiences with campers. We recommend (though do not require) that CITs complete at least two weeks of the Jr. CIT program before participating in CITs.
How do I sign up?
Register here. Each CIT session is two weeks long. CITa (Sessions 1&2 and Sessions 5&6) covers different training content than CITb (Sessions 3&4).
CIT sessions are two weeks long (S1&2, S3&4, S5&6). The program costs $360 per two-week session.
Apprentices (11th grade or age 16+)
Program Description:
Having previously participated in the CIT program, Apprentices are ready to take the next step towards becoming leading stewards of animals, plants, infrastructure, and children on the farm. Apprentices work directly with the director and assistant director to develop competence in the following areas:
Apprentices’ schedules are variable and include daily chores, helping with camper activities, and working on special projects. As a working farm is constantly in motion, each day will offer exposure to new challenges and opportunities.
Apprentices may also choose to pursue individual projects of interest. Here is one example of a project about eating all parts of an animal in order to reduce waste, mitigate climate change, and support intercultural food practices in our local food system.
Requirements:
Apprentices must have participated in the CIT program for at least 4 weeks over the course of one or two summers, or demonstrate equivalent experience through other camp leadership and/or agricultural education programs. As Apprentices come into direct contact with campers, animals and farm tools, they must demonstrate maturity, reliability, and good judgement.
Apprentice sessions are two weeks long (S1&2, S3&4, S5&6, S7&8). Apprentices must apply and be selected for this in-depth training opportunity. Apprentices may apply for as many two-week sessions as they would like, though they may not be offered a slot in all the sessions they hope for. Apprentices receive a stipend of $250 per week. Up to two Apprentices per two-week session will be selected.
How To Apply:
Email Camp Director Cara Michelle Silverberg at farmcampdirector@gmail.com to express your interest and inquire about an application.
Program Description:
Having previously participated in the CIT program, Apprentices are ready to take the next step towards becoming leading stewards of animals, plants, infrastructure, and children on the farm. Apprentices work directly with the director and assistant director to develop competence in the following areas:
- Crop selection and nutrition, irrigation, and garden maintenance
- Tool use and infrastructural projects
- Animal health and behavior
- Wild edible and useful plants (e.g. for teas or plant dyes)
- Facilitation of garden and animal activities with children
Apprentices’ schedules are variable and include daily chores, helping with camper activities, and working on special projects. As a working farm is constantly in motion, each day will offer exposure to new challenges and opportunities.
Apprentices may also choose to pursue individual projects of interest. Here is one example of a project about eating all parts of an animal in order to reduce waste, mitigate climate change, and support intercultural food practices in our local food system.
Requirements:
Apprentices must have participated in the CIT program for at least 4 weeks over the course of one or two summers, or demonstrate equivalent experience through other camp leadership and/or agricultural education programs. As Apprentices come into direct contact with campers, animals and farm tools, they must demonstrate maturity, reliability, and good judgement.
Apprentice sessions are two weeks long (S1&2, S3&4, S5&6, S7&8). Apprentices must apply and be selected for this in-depth training opportunity. Apprentices may apply for as many two-week sessions as they would like, though they may not be offered a slot in all the sessions they hope for. Apprentices receive a stipend of $250 per week. Up to two Apprentices per two-week session will be selected.
How To Apply:
Email Camp Director Cara Michelle Silverberg at farmcampdirector@gmail.com to express your interest and inquire about an application.
Assistant Instructors (age 17+)
For those who demonstrate the skills and maturity to be on the full-summer staff, see Join Our Team for a full Assistant Instructor job description and application instructions.
For those who demonstrate the skills and maturity to be on the full-summer staff, see Join Our Team for a full Assistant Instructor job description and application instructions.