Step onto the path of leadership and adventure. Ready to grow as a leader at Trackers? The Leader-in-Training (LIT) experience is for teens and tweens learning mentorship, teamwork, and responsibility through hands-on adventure. LITs are campers practicing how to connect with and inspire younger Trackers—always guided by experienced mentors. Choose a favorite camp: Rangers Wilderness Survival, Wilders Bonfire, Blacksmithing, Role-Playing Games, Trackers Memkin, Evil Secret Agents, Pirates, and more!
Leadership Skills
LITs step up as students of leadership. Passion for outdoor skills, creative arts, or storytelling shapes each day's learning. LIT campers practice awareness, empathy, and teamwork while observing how guides lead groups and care for the land. Each day you build confidence by supporting your community and reflecting on what true leadership means.
High Expectations
LITs remain campers while exploring the deeper responsibilities of leadership. They model curiosity, respect, and stewardship under staff mentorship. The program sets clear expectations and supports each participant in meeting them. Those ready for this challenge thrive; if participation isn't the right fit, mentors reassess placement to keep every group safe and positive.
Note: LIT tuition is discounted to make this outdoor education and leadership experience more accessible.
Choose Your Focus
Rangers Leader-in-Training (LIT): Stealth, Archery & Survival Practice awareness, teamwork, and outdoor leadership in Rangers Camp.
Wilders Bonfire Leader-in-Training (LIT): Crafts, Campfires & Cocoa Build fantastic bonfires and cook outdoors in Wilders Bonfire Camp.
Snowshoe Leader-in-Training (LIT): Tracking, Trails & Cocoa Embark on a snowy mountain adventure in Snowshoeing Camp.
Here We Go A Waffling Leader-in-Training (LIT): The Musical Waffle Project Practice creativity and community spirit in Here We Go A Waffling Camp.
Evil Secret Agent Leader-in-Training (LIT): Winter Ice Notice Join the Evil Dr. Dice's scheme and help set the stage for Secret Agent Academy.
Pirates Pillage the Holidays Leader-in-Training (LIT): Swashbucklers on Ice Sail with Admiral Frost's crew as the pirates facing the younger ninjas in Ninjas vs Pirates Camp.
Trackers Memkin Obsidian LIT: Nature Monster Card Battles Guide battles and stage the Trackers Ultimate Battle in Trackers Memkin Camp.
Realms Master-in-Training (MIT): Elves, Wizards & Dragons Shape worlds and teamwork through imagination in Realms Role-Playing Camp.
How It Works
LITs may arrive 15 minutes early to connect with staff mentors, and stay 15 minutes after for a reflection circle; neither is required. LITs join as campers with no staff duties. LIT tuition includes a substantial Leadership Discount, so other early registration discounts do not apply.
LIT Orientation
Orientation is required to be prior to your first camp session. After registration, we email upcoming orientation dates to choose one 2-hour session at Trackers SE:
- Nov 19, 2026 5:30–7:30 pm
- Dec 17, 2026 5:30–7:30 pm
Siblings: Please do not enroll older siblings as LITs in the same session as their younger siblings. This preserves healthy group dynamics and each child's full participation.
Age Requirements: Youth programs are for students 17 or younger for the full length of camp, regardless of grade level.
Grades 9–12 · Nov 23–25, Dec 21–23 and Dec 28–31, 2026 · 8:15 AM to 3:45 PM or 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM by camp · SE and W Portland
Check-in at Trackers NE, Lloyd Center
2201 Lloyd Center, Portland. Find us at the entrance outside the top level, next to Marshalls. A Guide checks your student in by name and the team gathers for the day's adventure.
The bus
Trackers buses and vans, trained Trackers drivers, Guides on board. Songs are sung and stories are told on the bus, and the Guides get the team ready for a fun adventure.
Where the bus goes
We head out into nature and the wilderness: Camp Roslyn, our 341-acre site in Sandy, OR, and local parks and green spaces. Where the team goes depends on the camp theme and the day; the Guide tells you at check-in.
Check-in at Trackers SE
4617 SE Milwaukie Ave, Portland. Drop off at the Trackers Scout Pit, where a Guide checks your student in by name and the team gathers for the day's adventure.
The bus
Trackers buses and vans, trained Trackers drivers, Guides on board. Songs are sung and stories are told on the bus, and the Guides get the team ready for a fun adventure.
Where the bus goes
We head out into nature and the wilderness: Camp Roslyn, our 341-acre site in Sandy, OR, and local parks and green spaces. Where the team goes depends on the camp theme and the day; the Guide tells you at check-in.
Check-in at Trackers West
330 SW Murray Blvd, Beaverton. Find us in the lower lot by the field. A Guide checks your student in by name and the team gathers for the day's adventure.
The bus
Trackers buses and vans, trained Trackers drivers, Guides on board. Songs are sung and stories are told on the bus, and the Guides get the team ready for a fun adventure.
Where the bus goes
We head out into nature and the wilderness: Camp Ireland, our forest, creek and tracking-field site in Hillsboro, and local parks and green spaces. Where the team goes depends on the camp theme and the day; the Guide tells you at check-in.
Camp Roslyn is the drop-off and the field site
41401 SE Thomas Rd, Sandy, OR. Drop off right at Camp Roslyn, our private 341-acre wildlife refuge of forest, fields, and wetlands. A Guide checks your student in by name and the team heads straight into the forest.
Bus days
Most days the team stays onsite. On certain days we board the Trackers shuttle and journey to other local nature parks.
Check-in at Trackers NE, Lloyd Center
2201 Lloyd Center, Portland. Find us at the entrance outside the top level, next to Marshalls. Drop-off is Monday and pick-up is Friday. A Guide checks your student in by name, and the team boards the bus together.
About Overnights
Experience authentic camping! Trackers Overnight Camps are 100% outdoors with no bunkhouses or indoor spaces. Sleep in tents or under the stars when weather permits.
Location
Each team starts at an expedition basecamp in private forests and wilderness areas near Sandy, OR, a 45-minute to 1.5-hour bus ride from our in-town location. From there, teams take day trips and even overnight trips to other locations. Realms Village teams stay at Camp Roslyn in Sandy, OR.
Tents and meals
Campers sleep in Trackers-supplied all-weather tents and bring their own sleeping bag and pad. Meals are simple, hearty, and served outdoors. For severe food allergies, contact us for potential options. The packing list is under What to pack.
Real skills. Real adventure. Real friends.
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Questions? Call 503-345-3312 or email hello@trackersearth.com.