The District of Columbia National Guard (DCNG) Youth Leaders' Camp is a 14-day residential leadership development program for boys and girls ages 12-15, and with the exception of a $50 registration fee, (which does not apply to District residents) the camp is free.
Since 1968, the DCNG, through its Annual Youth Leaders’ Camp has provided over 6000 students throughout the D.C. Metropolitan area the opportunity to learn and implement the principles of leadership, citizenship, and good sportsmanship through classroom discussions, competitive sports, and recreational activities. Campers are exposed to recreational and educational summer experiences, adding to their interpersonal growth and development returning them to their communities as role models and responsible future leaders.