PROGRAM

The five day youth leadership conference includes interactive seminars, workshops, skill development, decision making exercises, skill competition and field trips. The YLC core curriculum includes Leadership Fundamentals, Character Development, American Heritage, Democracy, and Flag Etiquette.

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NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY

Youth Leadership Conferences, Inc. grants students of any gender, race, color, orientation, national and/or ethnic origin all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students admitted to the program and/or conference. Applications are accepted only from students in grades 10 & 11 in the current year.

WHAT TO BRING

• Alarm Clock (We "rise and shine" early each morning!)

• Bath Towel

• Toiletries (soap, toothpaste, deodorant, sunscreen, etc)

• Notepad & Pens

• Flashlight

• Clothing (see Dress Code)

• Swimming suit

• Athletic Gear (shorts, t-shirts, shoes)

• Lock to secure your valuables

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• A positive and collaborative attitude (Attitude is Everything!)

WHAT NOT TO BRING

• Alcohol, tobacco, or non-prescription drugs

• Cell phones and/or pagers

• Knives and/or firearms

• Fireworks

• Radios, CD Players, iPod, or other digital music players

HOUSING & MEALS

YLC will provide participants with meals and housing at Camp Pendleton. Adult counselors will be available at all times to supervise student conduct in the housing facilities during the conference. Participants should also keep in mind that they are guests of the USMC and should observe all campus rules, regulations, and be respectful of USMC facilities and staff.

DRESS CODE

• Casual dress that is appropriate

• No short shorts, tank tops or low rise jeans/shorts

•  Shoes ARE required and must be worn at all times

TRANSPORTATION

• PLANE: Students arriving by air must fly into the San Diego Airport, where they will be met by a YLC staff member. View San Diego/Lindbergh Airport website.

• TRAIN: Students arriving by train must detrain at Oceanside where they will be met by a YLC staff member who will take them to the conference site at Camp Pendleton. View Amtrack website.

• AUTO: Students arriving by car will be required to park their vehicle at a designated parking lot for the duration of the conference. View map to Camp Pendleton (pdf) (html).

SPECIAL NOTE FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS

Any student who violates YLC rules will be subject to immediate dismissal from the conference. Parents will be called to arrange transportation. The Conference Director will have final determination for all dismissals.

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