Camp · Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 15–16 · $1,123/week
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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 15–16

Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program

Friendly Pines Camp · $1,123/week · ★ 4.6 (195 reviews)

A leadership development program for older teens at an overnight camp, focusing on responsibility, teamwork, and camp

▌ Editor's read The Leader in Training (LIT) Program is offered by Friendly Pines Camp, which is ACA accredited, with accreditation valid through 2025, as confirmed by the ACA directory. The camp's website, friendlypines.com, loads successfully and provides detailed information about the LIT program, which is designed for 15-16 year olds and focuses on leadership skills, mentorship, and practical camp experience. Friendly Pines Camp was founded in 1941 by Isabelle and Bud Brown, indicating 80 years of operation. The camp is a for-profit entity. The website mentions that staff undergo background checks, stating, 'All staff are carefully screened, including background checks.' Friendly Pines Camp has a strong online presence, with an Instagram handle @friendlypinescamp and a Facebook handle friendlypinescamp. Google reviews for Friendly Pines Camp show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on their children and the quality of the staff.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 15–16

Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 15–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 9200 Friendly Pines Rd, Prescott, AZ 86305
  • Phone: 928-445-2128
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD. $2,245 for a two-week session.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program

What ages does Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program accept?
Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program is open to children ages 15–16. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program cost?
Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program publishes $1,123/week for the standard session. USD. $2,245 for a two-week session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program's hours?
Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program accredited?
Yes — Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program?
Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program is operated by a private business, with 80 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program provide lunch?
Yes — Friendly Pines Camp Leader in Training (LIT) Program includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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