Club Leadership Program
Volunteer Leaders play a critical role in the Club Program. The Council
will train and support the leaders, but without volunteers, clubs cannot exist. Have you considered volunteering?
Frequently Asked Questions
Who Can Be a Club Leader?
What will I get out of being a volunteer leader?
How Many Leaders Does a Club Need?
What kind of support is there for leaders?
How Long Does a Leader Serve?
How Much Time Does it Take?
When and Where Do Clubs Meet?
How Many Youth
are in a Club?
Are There Adult Uniforms?
How do I Apply to be a Club Leader?
Who Can Be a Club Leader?
You can! Club Leaders are responsible and caring adults who are willing to
plan, organize and conduct regularly scheduled meetings for youth members.
What will I get out of being a volunteer leader?
-Spend time with your child
-Get to know your child's friends
-Help youth become responsible citizens
-Gain experience working with children
-Contribute to your community
-Meet new friends and learn new skills
-Inexpensive curriculum
-Training approved for ongoing VOA S.T.A.R (for childcare professionals)
How Many Leaders Does a Club Need?
Each club must have a minimum of 2 leaders at each meeting. All
leaders are interviewed, have references checked and go through a criminal
background check. Our leaders receive complete training on the philosophy and
management of a club. Leaders follow a written program with national standards.
Some clubs have a team of leaders who share responsibilities.
What kind of support is there for leaders?
For everyone who wants to be a leader the Council provides free
training, a Leader's Manual, monthly newsletters and support meetings.
Supplemental trainings and enrichment opportunities happen throughout the year.
There are books available for purchase from the Camp Fire Store complete with
ideas for what to do with your club and meeting outlines. There are always staff
and volunteers available to help you.
How Long Does a Leader Serve?
A Leader is appointed for one year at a time.
How Much Time Does it Take?
About two hours per week, one
hour for planning and one for the meeting. Leaders also receive training and
have monthly leader meetings.
When and Where Do Clubs Meet?
Each Club meets on a regular
basis, arranged to fit the schedules of its members and leaders. Meetings may be
at school, a leader's home, or other community locations.
How Many Youth
are in a Club?
Clubs vary in size from 6 to 15 or more youth. Camp Fire's goal is to
encourage youth participation and foster the group experience. Your club
may be asked to invite a youth in your area who is looking to join a
club. Here are Camp Fire’s Minimum Adult:Kid Ratios: Little Stars 2:6,
Starflight 2:12, Adventure 2:20, 6th-12th Grade 2:24.
Are There Adult Uniforms?
Camp Fire colors are red, white, and blue. For casual events and
club meetings, many leaders wear a Camp Fire sweatshirt or t-shirt A dress
uniform of a white shirt with navy or gray skirt or slacks is expected for
formal events. Only kids earn emblems to decorate their uniforms.
