Counselors in Training

CITs get to experience science and nature with kids through educational crafts and fun activities. The CIT program is a perfect opportunity to increase your skills working with children, earn community hours and explore the Mission Creek Campus and Sea Center.

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Applications for spring break now open. Applications for summer open April 1.

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CIT Program Dates 2025

Spring Break
- Applications due February 17
- CIT Training: March 23
- Camp: March 24–28
Summer Break
Applications due April 20
CIT Training: June 13
- CITs must work at least two full weeks of camp
  - Week 1 & 2: June 16–20, June 23–27 *
- Week 3 & 4: June 30–July 2, July 7–11
  - Week 5 & 6: June 14–18, July 21–25
  - Week 7 & 8: July 28–August 1, August 4–8
  - Week 9: August 11–15 *
End-of-summer CIT Appreciation Day, August 18 (optional)

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Information about the CIT program:

Contact Teen Programs Manager Haylee Rosso at hrosso@sbnature2.org or 805-682-4711 ext. 170.

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