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Leadership Program
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
YMCA Camp Wapsie offers a multi-year Leadership Development Program to develop leadership potential in high school-age youth beginning for those entering 10th -12th grade. Participants are campers who pay a fee and assume additional responsibilities within the leadership program. The Leader in Training (LITs) is a three-week session and Counselor in Training (CITs) is a four-week session. They attend training sessions and assist with campers and activities while working with counselors, staff, and directors to develop and practice their skills.
Leadership and human relations skills will be increased while developing an appreciation for the natural world around us. LIT and CITs will be expected to attend regular training sessions and show a desire to learn. They will promote group unity and participate in group activities as well as displaying good conduct and cooperation with all camp personnel. Duties will include assisting in program activities, inside and outside (Ex: outdoor cooking, fire building, arts & crafts). They will also participate in other projects such as: washing dishes, service projects, and trip planning.
You must apply for the Leadership program. After applications are reviewed, Camp will send offer letters to those accepted into the program with instructions on how to register. Only awarded applicants can register.
Please see our 2025 Family Handbook for information on programming, preparation tools, and other policies before registering.
CIT Summer Program
CIT (Counselor-In-Training)
For students entering 11th and 12th grades, CIT’s attend camp for a four-week session to further their experience in leadership, counseling, and group collaboration. Training sessions coupled with mentoring by counselors and hands-on interactive sessions allow CIT to begin assisting in cabins and with program activities. Participants also attend lifeguard training and plan/implement a multi-day camping trip as part of their experience. The four-week session is capped off with a week-long counseling experience where the CIT’s work in a cabin with the Wapsie counselors.
You must apply for the CIT program. After applications are reviewed, Camp will send offer letters to those accepted into the program with instructions on how to register. Only awarded applicants can register.
2025 REGISTRATION
At Wapsie and the Y, we understand families have differing abilities to pay. To better accommodate many income levels, Camp Wapsie has tiered pricing levels. Choose the Tier you can best afford.
Tier A: $973.00 – Reflects most accurately the true price of camp
Tier B: $923.00 – Partially subsidized
Tier C: $873.00 – More subsidized
PAYMENT
At the time of registration, you will be required to pay a $100.00 non-refundable deposit per session.
Final payment for each session is due 30 days prior to the session start. Fees are set up on automatic withdrawal. If you have any questions about this, please contact the office.
CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES
Cancellations: Cancellations and changes must be made in writing or by email to [email protected]. Cancellations anytime forfeit the $100 deposit. Cancellations less than 10 days prior to the session start date forfeit half the camp fees. No Shows will be charged the full fee. There is no refund for behavior-related problems. Campers who leave or cancel on the advice of medical personnel will receive a prorated refund. A physician’s note is required.
Changes: To request a program or week change, you must email camp at [email protected]. Please include the child’s name, birthdate, what week they are changing from, and what week you are requesting to change to. If there is availability for camp to accommodate your request, we will move the participant and send a confirmation email to you. There is a $25 processing fee.
For questions, call 319-435-2577 or email [email protected]
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
06/14/26 - 07/11/26
CIT Session 1
|
$ 100.00 |
Registration Closed Opens on 11/20/25 |
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07/19/26 - 08/15/26
CIT Session 2
|
$ 100.00 |
Registration Closed Opens on 11/20/25 |
LIT Summer Program
LIT (Leader-In-Training)
For students entering 10th and 11th grades, LIT’s attend camp for a three-week session to work on leadership experiences. Training sessions coupled with mentoring by counselors and hands-on interactive sessions allow the LIT to learn how to lead program activities and be a leader. The session is capped off with a week-long experience where the LIT’s lead a morning activity with the guidance of experienced Wapsie counselors.
You must apply for the LIT program. After applications are reviewed, Camp will send offer letters to those accepted into the program with instructions on how to register. Only awarded applicants can register.
2025 REGISTRATION
At Wapsie and the Y, we understand families have differing abilities to pay. To better accommodate many income levels, Camp Wapsie has tiered pricing levels. Choose the Tier you can best afford.
Tier A: $859.00 – Reflects most accurately the true price of camp
Tier B: $809.00 – Partially subsidized
Tier C: $759.00 – More subsidized
PAYMENT
At the time of registration, you will be required to pay a $100.00 non-refundable deposit per session.
Final payment for each session is due 30 days prior to the session start. Fees are set up on automatic withdrawal. If you have any questions about this, please contact the office.
CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES
Cancellations: Cancellations and changes must be made in writing or by email to [email protected]. Cancellations anytime forfeit the $100 deposit. Cancellations less than 10 days prior to the session start date forfeit half the camp fees. No Shows will be charged the full fee. There is no refund for behavior-related problems. Campers who leave or cancel on the advice of medical personnel will receive a prorated refund. A physician’s note is required.
Changes: To request a program or week change, you must email camp at [email protected]. Please include the child’s name, birthdate, what week they are changing from, and what week you are requesting to change to. If there is availability for camp to accommodate your request, we will move the participant and send a confirmation email to you. There is a $25 processing fee.
For questions, call 319-435-2577 or email [email protected]
Registration Information
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Minimum Deposit | ||
|---|---|---|---|
|
06/14/26 - 07/04/26
LIT Session 1
|
$ 100.00 |
Registration Closed Opens on 11/20/25 |
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07/05/26 - 07/25/26
LIT Session 2
|
$ 100.00 |
Registration Closed Opens on 11/20/25 |
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07/26/26 - 08/15/26
LIT Session 3
|
$ 100.00 |
Registration Closed Opens on 11/20/25 |