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YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT)

YMCA Camp Collins

YMCA Camp Collins offers a Counselor In Training (CIT) program for young adults aged 15-17, focusing on leadership development and practical camp counseling ...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the YMCA of Columbia-Willamette's youth and family programs page, which includes information on YMCA Camp Collins and its CIT program. YMCA Camp Collins is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with accreditation valid through 2025, confirming its commitment to industry standards. The CIT program is designed for 15-17 year olds, offering leadership development, skill-building, and practical experience in a camp setting. While specific staff-to-camper ratios for the CIT program are not explicitly stated, the YMCA generally emphasizes staff training and safety. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Google reviews for YMCA Camp Collins generally show a high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 300 reviews, frequently praising the positive environment and engaging activities. Social media handles found on the camp's website are @ymcacampcollins for Instagram and YMCACampCollins for Facebook.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 16–17

YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) 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
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 16–17
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3001 SE Oxbow Pkwy, Gresham, OR 97080
  • Phone: (503) 663-5813
  • Cost notes: USD. There is no cost for the CIT program.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT)

What ages does YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) accept?
YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) 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 YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) cost?
YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. USD. There is no cost for the CIT program. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT)'s hours?
YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) 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 YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) accredited?
Yes — YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). 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 YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT)?
YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) 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 YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Collins Counselor In Training (CIT) 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.

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