Counselor in Training Program

Ockanickon is proud to offer a Counselor in Training program for anyone who is 14 years old and interested in working at OSR. This program lasts the whole summer and is an intensive program designed to immerse your Scouts in the Camp Staff while building their leadership and teaching skills. CITs will also earn at least two merit badges a week and get to experience working in most of our departments. Best of all, the program is completely free for any participants!

Requirements for participation:

  • Must be 14 at start of the program
  • Complete PA background checks
  • Attend a staff interview weekend
    •  November 2-3, 2024 OR March 22-23, 2025
  • Attend mandatory training weekends
    •  May 16-18, 2025 AND May 30-June 1, 2025
  • Must participate in at least 3 program weeks