Down East Teen Leadership Camp will be held at Cobscook Institute, located at 10 Commissary Point Road in Trescott, Maine.  Camper registration/drop off will be from 3:00-3:30pm on Monday, July 22 and our closing ceremony/pick up will be at 1:00pm on Friday, July 26th. 

At DETLC we aim to increase protective factors and decrease risk factors for participants. We accomplish this through guest speakers, youth staff role models, and daily mini-workshops. We balance our workshop time with healthy social activities, like a pizza night and team-building activities, as well as through the opportunity for students to share their thoughts and feelings in their "Family Groups" at camp.

DETLC is open to all students entering 7th, 8th, or 9th grades in the fall of 2024. Priority will be given to students from Washington County and Passamaquoddy Territory, and students from outside these regions will be accepted as space allows. The per-camper fee is $295. Tuition includes five days of programs and activities, as well as meals, snacks, and overnight accommodations.

A deposit of $45, full payment or scholarship request form is needed to confirm a camper's registration. Remaining balance is due July 15th. Full and partial scholarships are available for families based on need. Scholarships of varying amounts are available, so if cost is a barrier, please do not hesitate to reach out to us to discuss options.

Is student on any prescribed medications at the present time for ANY of the previously mentioned conditions or for any other health problems?  If yes, please list each prescribed medication and dosage below. If you would like an adult to administer medication to your child at camp, please let us know.

As a parent or guardian of the above DETLC participant, I designate all matters of discipline and emergency decisions to the camp staff and hereby release camp staff, Healthy Acadia, its partner sites, employees, other volunteers and any program sponsors from any and all damages, injury, causes of action, claims and liability that might arise from my participation in DETLC activities. I understand that first aid will be available at DETLC, that campers will be closely supervised, and that if a serious injury or illness develops, medical and/or hospital care will be given. However, the camp staff is not responsible in case of accidental injury or illness. I further understand that in case of serious injury or illness we will be notified, but if it is impossible to contact us, we give permission for emergency treatment or surgery as recommended by attending physicians.

I consent to and allow any use and reproduction by Healthy Acadia and partner organizations of any and all photographs or videotapes taken of my child, or words spoken by them during my participation in activities through Healthy Acadia programs.  I understand that Healthy Acadia or partners will own the photographs, videotape, and quoted words and the right to use or reproduce such photographs, videotape, and quoted words in any media, as well as the right to edit the photographs or videotapes or prepare derivative works of these materials for the purposes of promotion, advertising, and public relations. I hereby consent to Healthy Acadia’s use of my child's name, likeness, voice or words, and I agree that such use will not result in any liability for payment to any person or organization, including myself.

DETLC is funded in part through Healthy Acadia's Partnerships for Success (PFS) initiative, a program funded by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Center for Substance Abuse Prevention (CSAP) to prevent the onset and reduce the progression of youth substance use and its related problems. Healthy Acadia is the lead organization implementing the PFS program in Washington and Hancock Counties in Maine, and they are using PFS funding to fund initiatives such as the Down East Teen Leadership Camp. Healthy Acadia has contracted Public Consulting Group (PCG) to evaluate the PFS project. The purpose of this survey, which will be administered during and/or after camp, is to learn about your child’s health, well-being, and experiences with the Down East Teen Leadership Camp. Learning about your child’s experiences can help us create better health and well-being programs for young people like your child. There are little to no known risks of participating in this survey. If at any time your child would like to take a break or discontinue answering questions, they are welcome to do so. This survey is anonymous, and your child’s name will not be used in any reports or publications associated with this survey. Your child’s answers will be kept confidential and will not be shared in an identifying way with SAMHSA, Healthy Acadia, or anyone else. Participation in the survey is voluntary and your child’s responses will not impact any services or interventions they participate in. There are no right or wrong answers - only different viewpoints. Your child can skip any questions that they would prefer not to answer. A similar online follow-up survey also will be sent to your child a few months after camp. By signing below, you agree that the information above has been explained and your questions have been addressed to your satisfaction. You are voluntarily signing this consent form for your child to participate in the Down East Leadership Camp Surveys for the PFS evaluation project.

• In accordance with state law, smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including electronic vaping devices), is not allowed at camp, illegal and non prescription drugs, including alcohol and cannabis (i.e. marijuana) in any form (e.g. edibles or smoked) are not allowed at camp. 
• Prescription and over-the-counter drugs are to be given to the Camp Coordinator at registration, and must be in the original container. A parental permission note for taking medication also needs to be provided.
• Students are to remain on the Cobscook Institute campus during DETLC except in a situation where the Camp Coordinator grants permission.
• Guests are not allowed at the camp or camp activities unless the Camp Coordinator grants prior permission. All visitors must register with the Camp Coordinator upon arrival to the Cobscook Institute.
• Campers are not allowed in other dorm rooms past lights out. This guideline also needs to be observed by staff unless permission has been granted by the Camp Coordinator for a specific reason.
• Please mark your personal items – we cannot be responsible for lost or missing things.
• Students are expected to take part in scheduled activities. Exceptions to this need to be cleared through the Camp Coordinator.
• Students are to notify their Dorm Supervisors, Family Group Facilitators, or any Student Staff member immediately in the event of illness or injury. The Camp Coordinator, in the event of serious illness or injury, will notify the student's parents/guardian as soon as possible.
• No cell phones or any electronic device are allowed at camp by campers. If your child brings a phone, the Camp Director will keep it safe. We will make every effort to make sure your child is being taken care of and have found that cell phones get in the way of campers enjoying camp to the fullest. Campers will be able to call home if needed, and should let a Staff member know if they would like to do so. Please contact your child using the Cobscook Institute number 733-2233 or the camp director cell phones (we can provide). 
• If a student will be arriving late, leaving early, or leaving during the camp for a period of time, prior arrangements need to be made with the Camp Coordinator.
• Inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated during camp. Inappropriate behavior is defined as any behavior that is disruptive to other students or staff, dangerous to the safety of self and/or others, or behavior not in keeping with the goals of camp.
• Please respect the Cobscook Institute and surrounding property. Students and/or their parents will be held financially responsible for any damage done to the Cobscook Institute property or other DETLC property during the camp. 
• No weapons of any type, including pocket knives, are allowed at camp.

• All talk allowed after “Lights Out” needs to be low in volume and needs to respect the fact that others may want – or need – to sleep.  
• Please – do not use profanity or vulgar language at any time – either in dorm areas or other areas of camp. This applies to staff as well as students.
• Students are not permitted to leave their dorm room for any reason after lights out, except  for emergencies. All campers and staff will know the location of Camp Coordinators to reach them after lights out. 
• In the mornings, a “6:30” rule is in effect. This means that before 6:30 AM, only staff should be up preparing for the day. Students are asked to remain in their rooms until after 6:30 AM 
• Students are responsible for keeping their assigned room clean. Students are expected to clean around and under their beds daily. Cleaning materials (brooms, dustpans) will be available in the dorms.
• Students are responsible for keeping the dorm common areas clean on a daily basis.  
• Please be sure to flush toilets after use, and to use wastebaskets for paper towels.
• When taking showers, please be courteous and take a quick shower to allow everyone to have time to shower if they want to.
• In case of accident or illness while in your dorm room at night, report the situation to your dorm supervisor or Student Staff person immediately.  They will take you to the Camp Coordinator who is available during the night.
• Please do not write on any walls, mattresses, or other Cobscook Institute property.

Disregard for any of the above areas will be dealt with by the Camp Coordinators. If a student needs to leave or be dismissed from camp, the parents will be responsible for arranging transportation for the student to return home as soon as possible. In the case of dismissal, there will be no refund of the camp registration fee.

Campers: I have read and understand the program description of DETLC, the DETLC General Guidelines and the Dorm Guidelines. I agree to follow these guidelines. My full name here is my digital signature acknowledging that the information I have provided is accurate, and that I agree to participate fully in DETLC.

Parents/Guardians: I have examined the program description of DETLC, the DETLC general guidelines, and the dorm guidelines. I agree to allow my child/teen to attend DETLC. I further agree to be supportive in their efforts to share with their school and community the skills and knowledge they will learn. My full name here is my digital signature acknowledging that the information I have provided is accurate and that I agree to let my child participate fully in DETLC 

The per-camper fee is $295. Tuition includes five days of programs and activities, as well as meals, snacks, and overnight accommodations. A deposit of $45, full payment of $295 or scholarship request form is needed to confirm a camper's registration. Remaining balance is due July 15th. Please note there is a 3% processing fee for all funds collected through this website. 

For questions about DETLC or pay via check, please contact Sara McConnell, Camp Director at [email protected]