Leadership camps in and near Missoula
22 camps from 13 providers in and near Missoula.
- Ages
- 13 to 18listed for 2 of 22
- Price
- $50 to $3502 freelisted for 19 of 22
- Camp day
- Overnight 9Full day 7Half day 2Varies 2listed for 20 of 22
- Season
- Summer 20No-school days 1listed for 21 of 22
- Next session
- Oct 154 of 22 camps list upcoming dates
- Sign-up
- 2 open as of Oct 3listed for 3 of 22
Counselor-in-training programs put teens to work with younger campers. MOLA places its 9th and 10th graders in CIT roles at its Missoula day camp, and Glacier Camp has a two-week CIT program for grades 11 and 12. EmpowerMT takes incoming 9th graders and up to a three-day leadership camp at Camp Paxson on Seeley Lake.
| Camp | Ages | Price | Camp day | Dates | Sign up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Go Run Missoula School's Out CampGo Run MissoulaCampers in grades 3–8 will spend the day running, hiking, exploring, learning outdoor skills, taking on team challenges, and making new friends. | Grades 3–8 | $70.00 | Full day | Oct 15 + 1 more | OpenSign up |
| Leaders-in-TrainingCamp InventionAn exciting opportunity for middle schoolers to participate in Camp Invention®! | Grades 7-9 | $205* | Full day | Jun 21 to 25, 2027 | OpenSign up |
| Elementary Family CampFlathead Lake United Methodist CampOpportunity for our youngest campers to experience camp alongside their family in a way that provides the comfort of home and adventure of camp. | Focus on grades 1–3 | $150–$180 per person | Overnight | Jun 20 to 25, 2027 | Opens later |
| Montana Natural Resources Youth CampMontana Natural Resources Youth CampThe camp provides a safe and fun opportunity in a controlled setting for high school age students to gain a hands-on experience studying the scientific principles, economic realities, historical heritage, and social perspectives of natural resources and their management in Montana. | Ages 13 to 18 | Paid | Overnight | Jul 18 to 23, 2027 + 3 more | – |
| Babysitting 101Missoula Family YMCADevelop the skills to be an engaging and safety-conscious babysitter. | Grades 6+ | $191 | Half day | – | Sign up |
| Girl Scout Counselor in Training (CIT)Girl Scouts of Montana and WyomingReady to take your camp experience to the next level? | Grades 9-12 | Paid | Overnight | – | Sign up |
| GRM Summer CampsGo Run MissoulaOffered at various outdoor locations in Missoula, activities include strength training, leadership workshops, trail running, community service, and obstacle courses. | All incoming 3rd–9th-grade youth | – | Varies | – | – |
| Junior Counselors ProgramMissoula Family YMCAThe YMCA Junior Counselors is a weekly summer leadership program. | Entering Grades 7+ | $191 per week | Full day | – | Sign up |
| Outdoor Adventure Camps with an Overnight OptionYWCA MissoulaOutdoor Adventure Camps with an Overnight Option – For those ready for a little extra adventure, these camps will include a Thursday-Friday overnight trip in addition to daily activities. | – | $200 per week | Varies | – | Sign up |
| Outdoor Adventure Day CampsYWCA MissoulaOutdoor Adventure Day Camps (Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM) – Groups will bike to different locations around Missoula, including community partners like Freecycles, Garden City Harvest, and Home Resource. | – | $200 per week | Full day | – | Sign up |
| Summer Teen Art ProjectMissoula Art MuseumSummer Teen Art Project (TAP) is MAM’s dynamic arts and leadership program that empowers high school students through collaborative artmaking with professional artists, public art practices, and civic and community engagement. | Enrolled high school students | – | – | – | – |
| YMCA Junior CounselorsMissoula Family YMCAThe YMCA Junior Counselors is a weekly summer leadership program. | Entering Grades 7+ | $191 per week | Full day | – | Sign up |
| 4th of JulyFlathead Lake United Methodist CampNot just for kids! For all age levels and groupings. | All age levels | Cost varies by age and duration | Overnight | Last offered Jun 30 to Jul 5, 2026 | – |
| CIT ProgrammingMOLAAll campers in 9th and 10th grade must be in a CIT (Counselor In Training) role at MOLA. | 9th-10th | $350/week | Full day | Last offered Jun 8 to Aug 21, 2026 | – |
| Counselor-in-TrainingGlacier CampTwo weeks of exclusive programming, privileges, and responsibilities for wannabe camp counselors. | Grades 11-12 | Paid | – | Last offered Jul 19 to 31, 2026 | – |
| Empowering Youth Leadership InstituteEmpowerMTThis FREE 3-day leadership camp is held at the beautiful Camp Paxson on Seeley Lake, where nature itself becomes part of the healing and growth experience. | Montana youth-- incoming 9th grade and above | Free | Overnight | Last offered Jul 27 to 29, 2026 | – |
| GUTS! Summer Outdoor AdventuresYWCA MissoulaGUTS! encourages young people to explore personal values and discover their strengths through summer adventures, as well as through after-school groups and service projects during the academic year. | – | Tuition is on a sliding scale basis | Full day | Last offered Jul 6 to 24, 2026 | – |
| Leader-In-Training CampGlacier CampA two-week (including spending the weekend at camp!) program for budding young leaders to go deeper in understanding God, themselves, and how camp works through lots of extra activities and opportunities! | Sr High | Paid | Overnight | Last offered Jun 21 to Jul 3, 2026 | – |
| Leaders in Training (LIT) ProgramBig Sky Bible CampThe Leaders in Training (LIT) Program is designed for high school students who desire to grow in their faith and develop as Christ-centered leaders. | Entering 9th–12th grade | $50 | Overnight | Last offered Jun 21 to Aug 14, 2026 | – |
| Montana RYLARotary District 5390Your local Rotary club provides this four-day experience free of charge, allowing you to grow as a leader and return to impact your community. | – | Free | Overnight | Last offered Jul 7 to 11, 2026 | – |
| Rising LeadersFlathead Lake United Methodist CampOur Rising Leader Camp can help you learn and practice positive leadership skills that you can use throughout your life. | Going into 9th grade through 12th grade | $90 | Overnight | Last offered Jun 20 to 26, 2026 | – |
| Summer Teen Art Project 2026Missoula Art MuseumThe Missoula Art Museum invites high school students to apply for our Summer TAP Arts and Leadership Program—a unique opportunity to create art, build leadership skills, and engage with the community. | High school students | – | Half day | Last offered Jun 16 to Aug 6, 2026 | – |