CiT's are Awesome!

Welcome to the section of the Hawkeye website devoted exclusively to CiT's. Let me answer your first question:

What is a CiT? At Hawkeye CiT is an acronym for Counselor in Training. These community members are all young adults, sixteen or seventeen years old, which are in a transitional role between campers and counselors.

There are three types of members in our unique camp community; campers, counselors, and CiT’s.  The first two segments of our population are easily recognizable and have starkly defined roles within camp.  The third group, CiT’s, has a more transitional role, acting as either a helper to staff, completely separate learning group member, or camper depending on the situation. Therefore, a CiT may be afforded some responsibilities similar to those of a counselor; equally, there will be times when a CiT is relieved of such responsibilities and enjoys time simply in the role of a camper. It is the best of both worlds.

Being a CiT is truly awesome.  Moving out of a traditional camper role CiT’s enjoy greater freedoms around camp while still not burdened with the tasks of a counselor.  CiT’s live in their own cabins, operate on a different schedule, and play a more central role in many special and everyday activities.

This section of our website deals with everything you need to know about CiT-hood.  Find forms, apply online, ask a question, request a packet of information, or contact us directly to demonstrate your interest.  The section will also answer your questions including:

Who can be a CiT?                                       How long does the CiT Program Last?      

How do I become a CiT?                     How much does it cost and how do I apply?

And of course…                                             What happens next year?