As a mature staff, most of whom have several years of experience working together, we’ve developed a rich understanding of the running of our camp and the importance of our role as mentors to young people. Most of our staff have grown up through Camp Chrysalis and many are professional teachers during the school year. 

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In addition to the veteran staff listed below, Camp Chrysalis benefits immensely from its Counselors-in-Training program. These are older campers (16 years+) — usually, though not exclusively, Chrysalis veterans — who demonstrate leadership at camp and seek the challenges and satisfaction of taking an active role passing down camp traditions and supporting camp operations. That many of our staff have grown up through this program is the greatest testament to both its success and to its importance to the camp.

 

As our CIT’s move into college, some of them advance and become junior counselors, guided by our more veteran staff to learn the skills of becoming a counselor. Several then become middle level counselors advancing in their understanding of camp and the needs of young people. Finally, our more veteran staff have made a long-term commitment to Camp C and are invited to become senior staff. 

 

All middle and senior staff have gone through intensive first aid training often with NOLS Wilderness certification. We carry a complete medical kit on every excursion and are trained in the treatment of common injuries and conditions which may occur in outdoor settings. We are also aware of nearby hospitals and clinics for any major accidents that may occur at camp. In addition, several staff have lifeguard certification and others have Food Safety certification.