Equipping the next generation of boys and young men involves preparing them for leadership. In Royal Rangers, the process of preparing boys for leadership and engaging them in leadership roles today is an integral part of what we do. The process of training junior leaders currently takes place both within the local outpost as well as at the district level. Both play a vital role in leadership development in Royal Rangers.

2026 Junior Leadership Training Academy (JTLA)

WHEN: August 2 - August 5, 2026*
WHERE: Camp Rock Enon: 292 Rock Enon Springs Road, Gore, VA 22637
DEADLINE: June 12, 2026
COST: $195.00 - Includes all food, a special hat, a patch and two T-Shirts specific to your camp.
(NOTE: Shooting Sports Camp registration is $235, which includes all the items above, plus ammunition and NRA curriculum.)
CONTACT: Chris Donnelly: cjd013@gmail.com; 804-307-6862

ELITE Camp is August 1-5, 2026. See packet for details.

Here are the camps offered this year:

* If you are at least 12 years old you can attend:

• (JLTC) Junior Leadership Training Camp at this camp you will learn the Ranger Patrol System the “Ranger way” of camping. Your Patrol will work towards a common goal. You will develop a song, yell, patrol flag and bolo tie. You will master advanced camp skills such as lashing, rope craft, compass, fire and tool craft, and much more. We have a maximum camp attendance of 60 trainees.

* If you are at least 13 years old and you have attended JLTC you can attend the following camps:

• (JSC) Junior Survival Camp at this camp you will learn what it takes to survive in the wilderness. Map and compass skills and learn how to find your way without either. What to eat, how to collect water. Safety skills and emergency first aid techniques. We have a maximum camp attendance of 20 trainees.

• (JMC) Junior Missions Camp at this camp you will experience a missions trip. You will learn the skills necessary to participate in a MAPS trip or if you are an FCF member a Pathfinder Trip. We have a maximum camp attendance of 20 trainees.

• (JTT) Junior Training Trails at this camp you will take to the trail backpacking and learning vital trail instructions on trip planning, footwear and care, how to pack and proper clothing. Trail cooking, trail first aid, water purification, stoves, map & compass and GPS usage. Please note for JTT a boy must be physically fit, he must be able to hike 5-8 miles a day with a backpack. We have a maximum camp attendance of 12 trainees.

• (SSC) Shooting Sports Camp at this camp you will learn the basic skills of three shooting disciplines: archery, shotgun and smallbore rifle. The primary focus in this camp will be safety. This camp will be taught by NRA trained instructors and “Range Safety Officers”. The cost of this camp will be $235.00, a bit higher because of ammunition and NRA curriculum. All firearms, bows, arrows and ammunition will be provided for this camp. We have a maximum camp attendance of 12 trainees.

* If you are at least 16 years old and have successfully completed JLTC you can attend AJTC.

• (AJTC) Advanced Junior Training Camp at this camp you will take another step towards leadership. AJ camp will mentor you into a leader, the AJ classes include advanced cooking, cadence drilling, communication, accountability, spiritual development, personal discipline and conduct of a Christian young man to further your walk with God and to help witness and mentor others. We have a maximum camp attendance of 20 trainees.

Learn more about Junior Leader Training (JTLA) and this event by contacting CRAIG POWIS, DISTRICT DIRECTOR - CRAIGAPOWIS@GMAIL.COM.