Leader-in-Training Apprenticeship
Rangers, Wilders, Mariners, Realms

Join the Trackers Leadership Team! 1 weekend-a-month, Fall to Spring.

Grades 9–12 The Trackers Leader-in-Training (LIT) Apprenticeship builds real outdoor leadership through skills, teamwork, and mentorship under the guidance of expert Trackers staff. Each month, take on real-world challenges, learn to inspire younger Trackers, and deepen your connection to nature and community. Choose your path. Choose your adventure.

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Leadership Training · One Weekend a Month

Leader-in-Training (LIT) Apprenticeship

Become a Leader-in-Training (LIT). As you explore your chosen Trackers Guild, experienced Guides mentor you in outdoor leadership and community contribution. Select the Leader-in-Training (LIT) Apprenticeship that inspires you:

Rangers Leader-in-Training (LIT)

Train as a Shadow Ranger, developing tracking, stealth, awareness, and archery skills. Learn to guide and protect the village, focusing on safety through bushcraft and outdoor arts.

Mariners Leader-in-Training (LIT)

Explore waterways through fishing and boating. Learn expedition planning, equipment use, and safety protocols while learning to mentor younger Mariners.

Wilders Leader-in-Training (LIT)

Join the Wilders Leadership team to care for animals, cultivate gardens, and cook over the campfire. Build community and connection through shared meals and stewardship.

Realms Leader-in-Training (LIT)

Become a Realms Leader-in-Training, creating stories and legends rooted in nature. Lead imaginative quests in the Realms world of elves, wizards, and adventure.

Trackers Leader-in-Training (LIT)

Experience all Trackers Guilds. Practice archery, wilderness survival, fishing, foraging, and lore under mentor guidance while learning to serve the next generation of Trackers.

Leadership Skills

Leader-in-Training (LIT) Apprentices step up within the Trackers community, learning through mentorship and hands-on practice. They connect with and inspire younger Trackers under supervision, passing on knowledge from one generation to the next. This blend of learning and leadership strengthens confidence and prepares them to guide others in the future.

Bonus Leader-in-Training (LIT) Summer Camps

Leader-in-Training (LIT) Apprentices receive four optional free weeks of Leader-in-Training Summer Day Camps with annual tuition.

Expectations

Leader-in-Training (LIT) Apprentices model respect, care, and curiosity in supervised settings. They demonstrate kindness, awareness, and responsibility as part of our code of care. Meeting these expectations supports success in the program and future opportunities. If expectations are not met, participation may be reassessed to ensure a positive and safe experience for all.

Our Team

Experienced Trackers Mentors lead this program. Each day, they help students build deeper connections with each other, their community, and nature.

  • Expertise in mentoring and Trackers skills.
  • Low student-to-guide ratio facilitating personal, team-based learning.
  • Background checked with First Aid & CPR certification.
  • Trained in outdoor safety and the Trackers Earth curriculum.

Our Place

We journey from Trackers HQ to wilderness locations by buses and vans with trained drivers. Our destinations include Trackers' private 351-acre wildlife park, our 100-acre farm and forest, other wilderness sites. When the weather calls for it, we might choose to stay closer to home, learning hands-on folk crafts in our art studios and visiting nearby nature parks.

How It Works

Apprenticeships meet one weekend a month from fall to spring for a total of 9 field days plus Graduation. Each gathering includes guided outdoor learning, team building, and leadership practice under staff supervision. Multiple schedule options are available to support family flexibility.

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Returning Apprentices rejoin their group by selecting the schedule with their Fellowship name. New Apprentices may register for any available group within their age range.

Day Schedule

  • 9:00–9:15 AM Drop-off
  • 9:15 AM Journey to the Forest
  • Field Site Outdoor Adventures
  • 3:50 PM Journey Returns
  • 3:50–4:00 PM Pick-up

Tuition

Reserve your spot with a $45 non-refundable deposit. Remaining tuition is split into ten monthly payments of $64 starting August 31.

Need Financial Help? We offer scholarships ranging from 5%–15%. Learn more or apply.

Please Note: Leadership-in-Training tuition is discounted to make Outdoor Education and Leadership learning more accessible. LITs are campers in a leadership-focused program and do not have staff duties or responsibilities.

Have Questions?

Contact our Family Success Team—we’re here to help!

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Choose Your Schedule

9 Field Days · 9:00 AM–4:00 PM + Graduation · May 8, 2027 Saturday or Sunday options

Join the Fellowship schedule that aligns with your program theme.

Note: Some program themes have 2 or more schedule options.

Make-Up Days: We understand plans change! Each Apprenticeship includes one make-up day per year. When space allows, your child can join another Fellowship. We also offer make-up days for weather-related postponements.

Saturdays

Rangers LIT

Fellowship Fox

  • September 12, 2026
  • October 3, 2026
  • October 24, 2026
  • November 21, 2026
  • January 9, 2027
  • February 6, 2027
  • March 6, 2027
  • April 10, 2027
  • May 1, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Saturdays

Mariners LIT

Fellowship Salmon

  • September 12, 2026
  • October 3, 2026
  • October 24, 2026
  • November 21, 2026
  • January 9, 2027
  • February 6, 2027
  • March 6, 2027
  • April 10, 2027
  • May 1, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Sundays

Rangers LIT

Fellowship Coyote

  • September 13, 2026
  • October 4, 2026
  • October 25, 2026
  • November 22, 2026
  • January 10, 2027
  • February 7, 2027
  • March 7, 2027
  • April 11, 2027
  • May 2, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Sundays

Wilders LIT

Fellowship Cedar

  • September 13, 2026
  • October 4, 2026
  • October 25, 2026
  • November 22, 2026
  • January 10, 2027
  • February 7, 2027
  • March 7, 2027
  • April 11, 2027
  • May 2, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Saturdays

Trackers LIT

Fellowship Wolf

  • September 19, 2026
  • October 10, 2026
  • November 7, 2026
  • December 5, 2026
  • January 16, 2027
  • February 13, 2027
  • March 13, 2027
  • April 17, 2027
  • May 15, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Sundays

Trackers LIT

Fellowship Bear

  • September 20, 2026
  • October 11, 2026
  • November 8, 2026
  • December 6, 2026
  • January 17, 2027
  • February 14, 2027
  • March 14, 2027
  • April 18, 2027
  • May 16, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Saturdays

Realms LIT

Fellowship Kestral

  • September 26, 2026
  • October 17, 2026
  • November 14, 2026
  • December 12, 2026
  • January 23, 2027
  • February 27, 2027
  • April 3, 2027
  • April 24, 2027
  • May 22, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

Sundays

Realms LIT

Fellowship Hawk

  • September 27, 2026
  • October 18, 2026
  • November 15, 2026
  • December 13, 2026
  • January 24, 2027
  • February 28, 2027
  • April 4, 2027
  • April 25, 2027
  • May 23, 2027

Graduation · May 8, 2027

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