Camp CIT Program
Program Details
Registration for our 2026 CIT summer program is full.
Each summer, we welcome over 100 kids for action-packed weeks in the woods where fun and adventure await—with the help of our amazing CITs! From cookouts and games to exploring the wilderness, honing survival skills, fire-making, and so much more, every day is a new adventure.
As a Counselor In Training, you’ll play a key role at Wolf Tree Camp. You'll gain hands-on experience, learn valuable leadership skills, and have a blast while helping create unforgettable memories for campers. During two of our camp weeks, you'll join our dedicated staff in making each day special.
Core Leadership Qualities Developed:
Respect
Responsibility
Team-work
Receiving & giving feedback
New/1st-Year CITs
New CIT's attend two days of training (dates below) to develop the skills & leadership style needed to work with campers directly. This will be a fun-filled 2 days of learning, challenges, and adventures in the woods. All new CIT's must fill outthis questionnaire no later than April 1st. CITs must commit to working two (2) weeks of camp. CITs select week preferences in the CIT questionnaire. After all CIT questionnaires have been received, a CIT schedule will be created by the Camp Director and you will be notified about which two weeks of camp you’ve been assigned. Note that while we will do our absolute best to accommodate all requests, week assignments are at the discretion of Wolf Tree.
Scholarship funds are available for those in financial need. Click here to apply.
Returning CITs
Returning CITs attend two days of training (dates below) to reinforce and hone the skills & leadership style needed to work with campers directly. This will be a fun-filled 2 days of learning, challenges, and adventures in the woods. All returning CITs must fill out this questionnaire no later than April 1st. CIT's must commit to working two (2) weeks of camp. CITs select week preferences in the CIT questionnaire. After all CIT questionnaires have been received, a CIT schedule will be created by the Camp Director and you will be notified about which two weeks of camp you’ve been assigned. Note that while we will do our absolute best to accommodate all requests, week assignments are at the discretion of Wolf Tree.
Scholarship funds are available for those in financial need. Click here to apply.
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13-16
CIT's must be at least 13 by the time camp starts
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Training Dates:
June 13 & 20
9am - 3pm each dayCIT's must commit to working two (2) weeks of camp. CITs select week preferences in the CIT questionnaire. After all CIT questionnaires have been received, a CIT schedule will be created by the Camp Director and you will be notified about which two weeks of camp you’ve been assigned.
See our Summer Camp page to view camp week dates.
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9am - 3pm during training days
8:30am - 3:30pm during camp -
Montague, MA
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New/1st-Year CIT's: $395
Returning CIT's: $345
Scholarship funds are available for those in financial need. Click here to apply.
Please consider using the ECheck option at check-out. Credit card fees are very expensive and cause program fees to increase. Thank you!
Important Registration Notes:
Your spot is confirmed once you have registered and paid in Active, filled out the CIT questionnaire (links above) by April 1st, and submitted your medical waiver & immunization records by June 1st. There is a $25 late fee applied for Immunization Records received after June 1st.
CIT's must commit to working two (2) weeks of camp. CITs select week preferences in the CIT questionnaire (links above). After all CIT questionnaires have been received, a CIT schedule will be created by the Camp Director and you will be notified about which two weeks of camp you’ve been assigned. Note that while we will do our absolute best to accommodate all requests, week assignments are at the discretion of Wolf Tree.
Cancellation Policy Summary - Full policy in FAQ section below.
For a cancellation 30+ days before start of session, tuition is refundable minus $100.
For a cancellation 15-30 days before start of session, tuition is refundable minus $150.
For a cancellation 14 days or less before start of session, tuition is non-refundable.
Frequently Asked Questions:
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For a cancellation of a session that happens more than 30 days before the first day of that session, tuition is refundable minus $100. For a cancellation of a session that happens 15-30 days before the first day of that session, tuition is refundable minus $150. Tuition for a session cancelled 14 days or less before the first day of that session, or during the session, is non-refundable. Exceptions to this policy are possible in the case of doctor-verified health emergencies.
We budget each program based on attendance and commit pay to staff, overhead, and administrative work based on our enrollment numbers. When people cancel, we need to be able to keep those commitments.
Thank you for your understanding!
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Weather Cancellation Policy:
Wolf Tree programs happen in all kinds of weather, from the icy and golden days of winter, to the sunny and stormy days of summer. Given that our programs occur outdoors, we may need to cancel due to multiple factors that include extreme cold or wind chills, strong winds, lightning, unsafe driving conditions, and others. If we need to cancel program days, we will do our best to schedule a make-up day if possible.
We are unable to provide refunds for weather cancellations. Our wonderful staff commit themselves to each program day, and take time to prepare for our programs in many ways - it's important to us to honor our staff's commitment to our programming, regardless of the weather conditions on a given day. By choosing a Wolf Tree program, you are supporting our mission and values and the time and efforts of our team, even when the weather has other plans. Thank you!
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What are the Licensing & Safety protocols?
Licensing and Safety: The camp is licensed through the town Department of Public Health. Recreational camps require that all staff members must have CORI/SORI (background) checks done as well as be CPR and First Aid certified. The law also states that all staff must go through a staff training which is held and completed before camp begins. Furthermore, all camp lead staff are adults whose years of work with children ages 6-17 years old in an outdoor setting have been verified and come highly recommended.
All activities are led by carefully chosen staff with many years of camp experience.
We have an indoor space available during inclement weather.
Each field group will have counselors who are at least 18 years of age with CPR and First Aid certifications.
This camp must comply with regulations of the Massachusetts Department of Public Health and be licensed by the local board of health.
Parents may request copies of staff background checks, health care and discipline policies as well as procedures for filing grievances.
Any issues or grievances regarding our camp or staff can be communicated to us via email at info@wolftreema.com
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Wolf Tree is a community built on trust, safety, and respect. To keep our programs fun and safe for all, participants must follow these rules:
No Tobacco, Vaping, Alcohol, or Drugs: Smoking, vaping, alcohol, cannabis, and all other recreational drugs are not allowed ever.
Technology-Free Zone: Phones and personal devices stay at home, or put away, during program time unless a leader says otherwise.
Respectful Language: No swearing, explicit talk, or intentionally discriminatory/unkind language.
Positive Participation: Everyone is expected to treat themselves, peers, leaders, and the natural world with care.
Failing to adhere to these rules may result in a participant leaving for the day, having a parent/guardian contacted, or, in serious cases, leaving the program. These expectations ensure Wolf Tree is a safe and welcoming place for all.
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Our programs work best when participants arrive ready to engage, with openness, curiosity, and a willingness to try. We ask that youth join group circles, games, transitions, and activities with respect for the shared flow of the day. Because we move between many areas on the land and shift between active play, quiet focus, detailed instruction, and hands-on skills, participants should be able to follow group movement and leader instructions, and adapt as activities change.
Respect and safety guide everything we do. Working with tools and fire in nature requires that children follow instructions, honor boundaries, and uphold our agreements of care for themselves, their peers, and the natural world. While we value each child’s unique needs and personality, our programs are best suited for kids who can participate in group routines, cooperate with peers, and respond well to guidance from staff. These shared expectations allow us to offer a safe, supportive, and meaningful experience for everyone.