Outdoor Leaders In Training

Join the third annual cohort of Outdoor Leaders in Training (OLIT) at Thorne Nature Experience! This two-week camp invites youth ready to take their Earth stewardship to the next level through hands-on leadership development. Participants will build skills to become nature mentors at Thorne Camps, learn from environmental professionals, and complete meaningful service projects that benefit their community—all while enjoying the classic fun of a Thorne summer camp.

What Will We Do at Camp? Develop leadership skills

Build confidence in decision-making

Share our passion for nature and the outdoors with younger campers

Explore new field trip locations only available through the OLIT program

Gain volunteer hours throughout the session and after camp ends

A Typical Camp Day 8:45-9:00 am - Check-in 9:00-9:30 am - Welcome circle, morning routines, and load bus for field trip 9:30-10:00 am - Travel time on bus 10:00-12:00 pm - Morning activity with an environmental professional 12:00-12:45 pm - Lunch 12:45-2:00 pm - Continue activity 2:00 pm-2:30 - Travel time on bus 2:30-3:00 pm - Closing circle and end of day reflection 3:00-3:15 pm - Checkout

Extended Care 3 pm-5:30 pm $110 per week At LNC, Limited to K-6th grade

Juneteenth Care 9 am-3 pm $90 Standard camps will not be offered on 6/19/26. Juneteenth care with drop-off at the LNC is offered with limited availability.