Resiliency Through Identity

Our FREE, week-long LGBTQ teen camp is focused on building resiliency through identity development and community resource building. This small group of up to 8 teens (13-17, all genders) will be led by staff within the queer community, and we’ll set up camp just outside of Missoula, MT. In addition to fun around the campfire, teens will participate in meaningful conversations that allow them to share their vulnerable experiences in a supportive place, and brainstorm ways to support themselves and each other as they face hardships that are inherently different from many of their peers or family members. A big topic is family support, and teens and leaders will share ideas for how to talk to family members and get the support they need. Camping will include learning primitive survival skills in a comfortable front-country setting, crafting, games, outdoor exploration, and cooking with native plants. All transportation is provided from the public library, and we’ll provide all outdoor gear unless otherwise preferred on an individual basis.

Please fill out an application and we will contact you when this program is available for registration.

Resiliency Through Identity Retreat - Online Application

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Your Preferred Name *

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We need an adult's permission for this adventure. Let us know if you want help bringing it up!

If you would like support getting parents' permission, you can contact Brie at 406-721-7690 or [email protected]

Your Pronouns *

What is your parent/guardian's name? *

Parent/Guardian's Email *

Age *

Parent/Guardian's Phone Number (We'll coordinate with them, and have permission slips they'll need to sign. Please only give us phone numbers that we can leave messages on) *

School *

Town/City, State *

Below are some short questions about you, then you're ready to apply!

Have you ever gone camping before? If so, what’s the best part? What’s the hardest? *

We’ll have a variety of activities to do on our trip, including meaningful talks around the fire, outdoor exploration/nature walks, primitive-skills crafting & holiday gift making, creative writing, cooking, individual check-ins with your trip leaders, games, and more! What are some activities you’d like us to include? *

What are two or three things you’d like to get out of a camping trip with LGBTQ+ peers and trips leaders? (Hint: This isn’t the same question as above. Those are activities during the trip. What do you hope might be new or different for you as a result of the trip?) *

How will we know when you’re needing some extra support? What’s helpful for you when you’re having a hard time? *

Which parts of life have been particularly challenging lately? (We can talk details later if you want). *

Building up your community while reflecting on yourself in the wilderness is fun and all, and can also be challenging for everyone in different ways. Hopefully working through these challenges with our support will help you feel more comfortable taking on more of your own adventures in life. What do you anticipate some of the challenges would be for you on this trip? (This could be mental, physical, social, anything!) *

. Is there anything else you need us to know at this point? *

You're all set! Contact Brie with questions at (406) 721-7690 or [email protected]

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If you would prefer a physical copy of the application, please download and submit the file below:

Resiliency Through Identity Retreat Application
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