Volunteer Opportunity: Chaperone for 2025 "Discover Your Path!" Summer Camp -Tribal Students Program

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Camp Dates:
Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1, 2025
Location: 4-H Camp, 4-H Camp Road, Stateline, Nevada 89449
Departure from Las Vegas: Early morning departure (approximately 6:00 a.m.), Monday, July 28
Return to Las Vegas: Friday, August 1. Camp departure around 10:00 a.m., with return to Las Vegas and student release to families that evening.

About the Camp:
"Discover Your Path!" is a unique summer camp designed for American Indian and Alaska Native high school students, ages 14 to 18. Hosted at the scenic 4-H Camp in Stateline, Nevada, this program provides youth with the opportunity to explore different career paths, connect with peers from across the region, and build life skills in a supportive, culturally respectful outdoor environment.

Volunteer Role: Camp Chaperone
We are seeking committed, responsible volunteers to serve as chaperones throughout the duration of the camp. Chaperones play a critical role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of the student participants and supporting a positive camp experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise a group of students during transportation, meals, daily sessions, and free time
• Ensure that students attend all scheduled activities and participate as expected
• Support students in maintaining clean and orderly cabins
• Enforce evening curfew and conduct nightly check-ins
• Encourage positive behavior, inclusion, and peer support among students
• Monitor for any issues related to health, safety, or homesickness
• Participate in nightly chaperone meetings and debrief sessions with camp staff
• Serve as a role model and create a welcoming, respectful environment

Qualifications:

• Must be available for the entire camp duration, including travel to and from camp
• Previous experience working with youth, particularly in educational or camp settings, is preferred
• Have knowledge of, or a strong sensitivity to, Native American communities, cultures, and youth experiences
• Ability to foster a respectful and inclusive atmosphere for all participants
• Must pass a background check and complete required training prior to the camp session

Why Volunteer?
This is a rewarding opportunity to support the success and growth of Native youth while spending a week in a beautiful outdoor setting. Volunteers will gain hands-on experience in youth development, leadership, and cultural engagement-all while making a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

How to Apply: Respond to this advertisement or send an email to rtesar@unr.edu