Boys & Girls Clubs train the next generation of leaders

FALLBROOK – The week of Aug. 5, 10 members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County headed to Castaic Lake for the club’s first camping trip of its kind. Club members who have expressed interest in becoming future leaders of the program were invited by staff to attend this free hands-on experience.

As part of the Outdoor Youth Connection, these future leaders spent three days and two nights with other children from various organizations engaged in leadership training and team building exercises. Participants were challenged to contribute in all of the essential functions of camping such as setup, food preparation, cooking and cleaning.

Through the teambuilding exercises, members were asked to work together to complete tasks while competing against other groups. In their free time, members were given the chance to enjoy various water activities at the lake.

“We’re always looking for new and innovative ways to provide fun and comprehensive training for our members,” said athletic director Justin Rowe. “These are the future leaders in our club and we owe to them to give them the tools they need to succeed.”

For more information on the programs and activities offered at the Boys & Girls Clubs of North County, visit http://www.bgcnorthcounty.org or call (760) 728-5871.