Camp Staff Needed for Down East Teen Leadership Camp 2024
The DETLC STAFF application period for our 2024 session (July 21-26) is open!
Down East Teen Leadership Camp (DETLC) is Healthy Acadia’s annual residential summer camp program for teens entering grades 7 through 9. Held in late July on the beautiful campus of Cobscook Institute in Trescott, Maine, DETLC offers five action-packed days filled with games and team-building activities, amazing motivational speakers, and daily workshops focused on social issues that matter to teens.
The vision of DownEast Teen Leadership Camp is to empower teens with social, communication, and leadership skills to support emotional resiliency and to deter misuse of substances, including tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, and other drugs. DETLC is deeply impactful for the youth who participate.
Staff positions at DETLC are open to students who will be in grade 10 or higher for the 2024-2025 school year. We offer roles for individuals interested in supporting the entire five-day session of our residential camp, as well as chances to lead workshops or choice time activities for a few hours.
Are you interested in being a DETLC STAFF MEMBER at Camp this year?
Please feel free to share this link with others who may be interested, and reach out to Corrie Hunkler and Sara McConnell with any questions! The deadline to apply for a staff position is Wednesday, May 8, 2024.
Looking for the 2024 Camper Application? Please check back in late spring to apply to attend DETLC 2024.
For Teens:
Hey there! Are you ready for an epic summer adventure? Get ready to join us at the Down East Teen Leadership Camp (DETLC) for five days packed with excitement and fun!
At DETLC, you'll experience action-packed games and team-building activities that will help you develop strong problem-solving, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Plus, you'll have the chance to connect with old friends and make new ones as you embark on this journey together.
And of course, what's summer camp without a pizza party, s'mores, and bonfires?
For Parents:
Our dynamic immersive program and enthusiastic staff team create a positive summer experience with opportunities for teens to build their knowledge and tools to help them make healthy choices, strengthen emotional resilience, and hone leadership skills. Campers can build on their DETLC experience with our ongoing school-based programming and/or by participating in Healthy Acadia’s regional DownEast Youth Action Team (DEYAT), which assists with DETLC planning throughout the year.