Since 1970, Camp Cadet of Lancaster County has provided youths ages 11 to 13 with an in-depth look at careers in law enforcement with the goal of fostering positive relationships between first responders and youths. Last year, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the camp closed its doors for the summer. Trooper Kelly Osborne, director of the program, said she did not want to let another summer go by without Camp Cadet, so she improvised.
From Monday, June 21, to Friday, Aug. 13, Camp Cadet will be held virtually. The program will be developed by and coordinated through the Pennsylvania State Police with the assistance of local police officers and state and local agencies that work with law enforcement. Over the course of these eight weeks, cadets will complete outdoor activities, community service, physical training, assignments, and quizzes. Throughout the program, cadets will learn about the different facets of law enforcement, including forensics, canine, police training, and the criminal justice system.
At the end of the program, there will be an in-person graduation ceremony where cadets will receive their own uniform. Awards will also be given at the end of the program to cadets who excel in the categories of service, fitness, and knowledge.
This year, Camp Cadet has widened the age range so youths ages 11 to 17 can sign up. "We missed a whole generation of middle-schoolers last year, so we wanted to offer them the chance to attend camp if they wanted to," stated Osborne.
Registration for virtual Camp Cadet will close on Friday, May 14. To register, read more about Camp Cadet, or make a donation, visit http://campcadetoflancastercounty.com. Stay up to date on Camp Cadet by searching for "Camp Cadet of Lancaster County" on Facebook.
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