The official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, offering aerospace education, leadership, and emergency services.
A program for youth interested in maritime and naval careers, with leadership and seamanship training.
A program for youth interested in maritime and naval careers, with training in leadership and seamanship.
A military training program for youth focused on Army-style leadership and discipline.
A youth organization supported by the U.S. Marine Corps that focuses on leadership, discipline, and physical fitness.
A high school-based leadership program with branches for Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and Space Force.
U.S. Coast Guard Sea Scouts β A maritime training program for youth aged 14-20.
π https://seascout.org/
U.S. Air Force Academy Summer Seminar β A week-long summer leadership experience for high school students.
π https://www.academyadmissions.com/
U.S. Naval Academy Summer Seminar β A week-long program for high school juniors interested in the Naval Academy.
π https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/NASS.php
U.S. Army Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy (SLCDA) β A leadership-focused summer program at West Point.
π https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions
Devil Pups Youth Program β A Marine Corps-style leadership and physical fitness program.
π https://www.devilpups.com/
National Youth Leadership Forum: National Security β A program for students interested in national security, intelligence, and military careers.
π https://www.envisionexperience.com/explore-our-programs/national-youth-leadership-forum-national-security
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Summer Program β A maritime leadership summer program for high school students.
π https://www.usmma.edu/
Military Explorers (Law Enforcement & Firefighting) β A BSA-affiliated program that allows youth to explore careers in law enforcement and emergency services.
π https://www.exploring.org/law-enforcement/
U.S. Army Medical Department (AMEDD) Summer Internships β A program for students interested in medical careers within the Army.
π https://www.goarmy.com/amedd.html
U.S. Cyber Command Cyber Training Programs β Cybersecurity training opportunities for students interested in military cyber operations.
π https://www.cybercom.mil/
National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)
NOLS offers immersive wilderness expeditions that teach leadership, technical outdoor skills, and environmental ethics. Courses include backpacking, mountaineering, and wilderness medicine.
π https://www.nols.edu/β
Outward Bound
A nonprofit providing adventure-based programs that foster personal growth through challenging expeditions like backpacking, rafting, and rock climbing.
π https://www.outwardbound.org/β
PGL
The UK's leading outdoor education provider, PGL offers programs that enhance children's physical and mental well-being through nature-centric activities.
π https://www.pgl.co.uk/β
Eco-Explorers Spring Break Day Camps
Hosted by the Rio Grande International Study Center, these camps offer activities like birding, eco-hikes, kayaking, and fishing to cultivate environmental responsibility among youth.
π https://www.rgisc.org/β
Community of Christ Summer Youth Camps
These camps provide a peaceful and engaging community for personal growth through worship, learning, relationships, and adventure.
π https://www.cofchrist.org/campsβ
YMCA Youth and Government
A national program that allows middle and high school students to serve in model governments at local, state, national, and international levels.
π https://www.ymcayag.org/β
YouthBuild USA
Provides education, job training, and leadership development to young people through building affordable housing and community assets.
π https://youthbuild.org/β
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA)
Rotary's leadership training program for young people, emphasizing leadership, citizenship, and personal growth.
π https://www.rotary.org/en/our-programs/rotary-youth-leadership-awardsβ
The ROCK Center for Youth Development
Offers mentorship, support, and community connections through afterschool activities and developmental education.
π https://www.therockc4yd.org/
St John Ambulance Youth Programs
Offers first aid training and youth development programs, celebrating milestones like the 70th anniversary of the Darwin Youth Division.
π https://www.stjohn.org.au/get-involved/youth-programsβ
SpiralScouts International
A co-ed scouting organization that offers programs focusing on nature, creativity, and community service, welcoming families from all faiths and backgrounds.
π https://www.spiralscouts.org/β
Fire Explorer Program
A program for youth interested in firefighting and emergency services, providing hands-on experience and training.
π https://www.exploring.org/fire-ems/β
Law Enforcement Explorer Program
Sponsored by police departments, this program offers career exploration in law enforcement for young adults.
π https://www.exploring.org/law-enforcement/