Long Lake Leadership

Group of young teens holding a long rod as part of a team building excersizeWeek #3: July 13-18, 2025
Ages: 14-16

Embark on an exhilarating journey at Long Lake Leadership! Dive into a week of camp where you’ll not only enhance your leadership skills but also create lasting friendships and unforgettable memories. Tailored for older campers passionate about honing their leadership abilities, our program delves into group dynamics, various leadership styles, and effective communication as well as having the opportunity to work with our younger campers. Get ready for an adventure-packed experience as you immerse yourself in all the fun camp activities like swimming, canoeing, kayaking, archery, fishing, and more.

But that’s not all! Long Lake Leadership takes it a step further by offering campers the chance to attain a basic first aid and CPR certification through the prestigious American Red Cross. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to grow, have fun, and become a certified leader at Long Lake Leadership!

Cost: $675.00

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What to Bring: Cabin-Based

During this program, you will be living in our bunkhouses or cabins. Please be prepared for warm or cool weather as well as rain and wind. Several of our programs may go on field trips, so being prepared is important. Also, please put your name on everything you bring!

Note: Please leave all jewelry and other expensive belongings at home. Cell phones, iPods, electronic games and devices, hair dryers, knives, lighters, matches, and food (including candy and gum) are not permitted at camp. Our programs are designed to give you a chance to “unplug” and enjoy nature to its’ fullest! UMaine4HC is not responsible for damage or theft of these items.

Necessary Items:

Hint: Synthetic clothing items such as “microfleece” compress well and take up less space, so think of multipurpose layers. They also dry faster than cotton and wick away moisture.

Clothing: Campers should pack all gear in a backpack, large duffle, or suitcase.

  • Three-five shirts (at least one long-sleeved) (mini-camp, one-three shirts)
  • One-two pairs of long pants (one pair should be quick-drying, synthetic
  • One-two pairs of shorts (one should be quick drying, synthetic)
  • Underwear for one week
  • Socks (enough for one week)
  • Two wool or synthetic fleece tops or sweatshirts (non-cotton items keep people warmer and retain heat when wet.)
  • One-two pair sleepwear
  • Small day pack for a water bottle and extra gear
  • A cloth or mesh laundry bag for dirty clothes
  • Rain gear: jacket and pants (avoid gear with cotton lining and ponchos.)
  • Two pairs of sturdy footwear (sneakers, hiking boots)
  • Personal toiletries and 2 bath towels (remember, perfumed and scented products, including body sprays, attract bugs!)
  • Bug repellent (non-aerosol, please)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sleeping bag (with cotton sheet for hot nights)
  • Pillow
  • Water bottle (please label with camper’s name)
  • Flashlight or headlamp (and extra batteries)
  • Swimsuits (camp appropriate) and a beach towel

Optional Items

  • Notebook or small journal
  • Book to read
  • Stationery, stamps, pens, pencils
  • Water shoes or sandals (for showering or during waterfront activities)
  • Spare glasses (if you wear them) with a strap

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