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▌ Specialty · Ages 16–17

Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK)

Various locations across Oklahoma

Youth Leadership Oklahoma is a free, week-long overnight program for high school juniors and seniors focusing on leadership development and community engagem...

▌ Editor's read The Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) program is a free, week-long overnight experience for high school juniors and seniors, designed to foster leadership skills and expose participants to various aspects of Oklahoma. The program is run by Leadership Oklahoma, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, indicating a nonprofit owner type. The website clearly states that all expenses, including lodging, meals, and transportation, are covered for the selected students, making it a fully funded opportunity. The program involves travel to different locations across Oklahoma, meeting with state leaders, and engaging in discussions on critical issues. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies, it emphasizes a rigorous application and selection process for participants. There are no Google reviews specifically for the YLOK program, but Leadership Oklahoma itself has a 5.0-star rating from 1 review. The program is not accredited by the ACA, which is common for specialized leadership programs not primarily focused on traditional camp activities. Social media handles found are @leadershipoklahoma on Instagram and LeadershipOklahoma on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 16–17

Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) 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 specialty, 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
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 16–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 201 Robert S. Kerr Ave, Suite 100, Oklahoma City, OK 73102
  • Phone: (405) 848-0001
  • Cost notes: USD, free program

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK)

What ages does Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) accept?
Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) is open to children ages 16–17. 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 Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) cost?
Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD, free program Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK)'s hours?
Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) 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.
Who runs Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK)?
Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) provide lunch?
Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) compare to other specialty camps in Oklahoma City?
Youth Leadership Oklahoma (YLOK) is one of 6 specialty camps in Oklahoma City that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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