Young Leaders 

Program Mission

The Young Leaders program equips teens to grow in servant-driven leadership development, deepen their faith, and strengthen outdoor skills—so they can serve campers with confidence and lead like Jesus both at camp and back home.

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Program Goals

  • Explore Leadership

    Application
    Serve alongside counselors, help lead campers, assist with daily camp operations, lead games and activities, teach outdoor skills, and model servant-hearted leadership throughout the week.

    Purpose
    These experiences help teens learn how to lead with humility, responsibility, and servant heartedness—preparing them to guide others well and serve confidently in future leadership roles outside of camp.

  • Love God

    Application
    Participate in daily Bible studies, faith discussions, and prayer, and plan and co-lead a Bible study for campers.

    Purpose
    Growing in faith helps teens understand who they are in Christ and what they truly believe. It encourages them to seek answers and create their own foundation of faith while giving them confidence to share their faith with others.

  • Inspire Confidence

    Application
    Receive ongoing mentorship and encouragement from counselors while practicing leading and sharing their faith, stories, and experiences. 

    Purpose
    Confidence grows through experience. These opportunities help teens trust their abilities, find their voice, and step into leadership with courage—both at camp and beyond.

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More Specifics

  • Our Young Leader Leaders program is designed for teenagers 15 to 17 years old who have general outdoor experience and are looking to grow in outdoor leadership.

  • Our Young Leaders will get an email about 3 weeks before camp with preparatory work.

    They will arrive and depart at the same time as other campers.

  • Young Leaders will meeting in the mornings to prepare for the day. They will start each meeting with a devotional and then help prepare the daily activities for campers. This will include preparing meals, planning games, learning the days skills, and a leadership development topic.

    At the end of the day, there will be a debrief.

  • The cost is $150 for the week.

  • You can register as a Young Leader here.

  • Clothing:

    - T-shirts (5–6)

    - Long-sleeve shirt (1–2 for cooler evenings)

    - Shorts (3–4 pairs)

    - Pants (1–2 pairs for hiking and chilly nights)

    - Light jacket or sweatshirt

    - Rain jacket or poncho

    - Pajamas

    - Underwear and socks (extra pairs recommended)

    - Swimsuit (for water games)

    - Hat or cap (for sun protection)

    - Sturdy, closed-toe shoes (for hiking and activities)

    - Sandals or water shoes (for water activities)

    Bedding:

    - Sleeping bag (or twin sheets/blankets)

    - Pillow

    - Optional: lightweight blanket

    Personal Items:

    - Bible and devotional journal

    - Reusable water bottle (labeled with name)

    - Flashlight or headlamp (with extra batteries)

    - Sunscreen

    - Insect repellent

    - Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, deodorant, etc.)

    - Towel and washcloth

    - Lip balm with SPF

    Outdoor Gear:

    - Daypack or small backpack (for daily activities)

    - Sunglasses

    - Sleeping bag

    - Sleeping pad

    Optional Items:

    - Camera (non-digital preferred)

    - Book or small game for quiet time

    - Notebook and pen

    - Snacks (please avoid peanut based items)

    Do NOT Bring:

    - Electronics (phones, tablets, gaming devices)

    - Valuables or expensive items

    - Knives, weapons, or fireworks

    Tip: Label all items with your child’s name to prevent loss.

    Note: For any gear you do not have or cannot bring, please contact camp via email and we will help to accommodate! Our email is info@campeli.org.

  • Arrival/Departure address: Badlands Ministries, 3892 Bible Camp Road, Medora, ND 58645

    Arrival: Monday, June 15th from 4:00 - 5:00 PM MST

    **We can accommodate later arrival if needed. Please email info@campeli.org for any requests.

    Departure: Friday, June 19th from 9:00 - 10:00 AM MST

    **We can accommodate an earlier departure if needed. Please reach out to info@campeli.org for any requests.

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