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Being a camp counselor at an overnight summer camp is always  a rewarding and challenging experience regardless if this is your first or fifth year at camp. It requires a mix of personal qualities, skills, and attitudes that can help you succeed in this role. Here are some factors to consider when evaluating whether you would be a good fit as a camp counselor but dont wory at Swift Nature Camp we take time to train you so you feel comfortable when the campers arrive:

1. Responsibility: As a camp counselor, you will be responsible for the well-being and safety of a group of children or young adults. You will need to be reliable, organized, and able to handle emergencies in a calm and effective manner.
3. Leadership: Camp counselors are often looked up to as role models and leaders by the campers in their care. You should be able to inspire and motivate your group, set a positive example, and facilitate teamwork and cooperation.
5. Flexibility: Camp life can be unpredictable, and you will need to adapt to changing circumstances and be open to new experiences. This may include leading activities that you are not necessarily familiar with, or dealing with unexpected challenges that arise.
7. Patience: Working with children and young adults can be rewarding, but it can also be challenging at times. As a camp counselor, you will need to have patience and understanding, and be able to handle conflicts and behavior issues in a constructive and positive way.
9. Communication: Good communication skills are essential for camp counselors. You will need to be able to clearly convey instructions and expectations to your group, as well as listen to their concerns and feedback. You may also need to communicate with other staff members, camp directors, and parents.
11. Creativity: Camp counselors often lead a variety of activities and programs, ranging from sports and games to arts and crafts to outdoor adventures. You should be able to think on your feet and come up with engaging and fun activities for your group.
13. Physical and emotional stamina: Being a camp counselor can be physically and emotionally demanding. You may be working long hours, outdoors in a variety of weather conditions, and may need to be on your feet much of the time. You should be able to handle the physical demands of the job, as well as the emotional demands of working with children and young adults.
16. Overall, being a camp counselor requires a combination of personal qualities, skills, and attitudes that can help you succeed in this role. If you are responsible, have strong leadership and communication skills, are flexible and patient, have a creative streak, and have the physical and emotional stamina to handle the demands of the job, you may be well-suited to be a camp counselor.  This seems like a lot but we are here to help you gain more skills, when you leave camp you will have more skille guranteed. The skills you gain will only make you more prepared for your future life. See Swift Nature Camp to learn more

Swift Nature Camp a Wisconsin Summer Camp is home to many children each summer with many joining our Dino Club by being at camp for 7 summers. A true Commitment to camp. Yet camp is limited, one can only attend for from 6-15 then your camper days are finished. So what is a camper to do? Our camp like others, offers a Teen Leadership Program (CIT-JC). This program gives camper who love camp a chance to return with increased responsibility. It is their time to see the insides of camp and give back to the community they love. So even before entering college, 16 & 17 year old's get to take some hands on responsibility.  And, this program is not only for SNC older campers, some of our best have been teens who are new to Swift Nature Camp.

Often College is seen as a new beginning for students because their reputations and accomplishments are left behind. Summer camp is often has this same New Beginning as a camper and that is one reason SNC is so special. A Leadership Camp Program also starts afresh, because who you were as a camper does not tell who you will be as a Leader. During a campers time at camp they have seen the great and not so great. They have seen counselors who were super heroes and were their role models. The key is to get a New Leader to find the skills that they once admired and replicate them for the younger kids.  So whats different?  Now, they have opportunity to show initiative and responsibility by performing the duties of a camp counselor.  This provides entry level work experience and gives them a new understanding how camp works.  For some, joining the Leadership Camp means being  accountable and they must report to daily for Leadership class as well as a review of their daily progress. It's kinda like Life School but with hands on application. As a camper camp is all fun and games but being part of this Leadership Training, one sees the never ending work, twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week with children along with the huge resonsibility, they learn what the work world has in store.

Regardless of whether a teen takes a traditional summer job or some another internship,  they should first consider being at camp in leadership role, it is a life changer.  It puts them in a position to care for others, motivate kids and a learn life skills that are need for the 21st Century. All away from screens and in the beauty of the Northwoods.