Are you 13-18?  Would you like to meet new friends?  Are you looking for ways to build self confidence, self esteem, and develop a variety of personal skills? If the answer to these questions is YES, RYPEN may be for you. 

RYPEN is a four-day Rotary camp created for young people who want to grow but have limited opportunities to attend other development programs.  You will learn new things about yourself and the world around you.  RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) is sponsored by Rotary International District 5360. Watch RYPEN YouTube Video.

Fun with a Purpose
Check it out.  Information is shared in a way that is fun.  You will “learn by doing” with new friends who share a common purpose.   Let’s call it “fun with a purpose.”

Small Groups
Youth your own age are organized into small groups.  There are lots of opportunities for discussion and to ask questions.   By working in groups, participants learn to trust and cooperate with others to achieve common goals.

• How do I set goals?
• How do groups make decisions? 
• How can I better communicate and interact with others?  
• How can I learn to solve problems? 
• What are values and what do they mean to me?
• How can I learn to resolve conflict with others my age and with adults?
• How can I learn to listen and communicate better?  

Two Camps Per Year
Spring - Camp Alexo near Rocky Mountain House.
September 15-18, 2011 - Eagle’s Nest Ranch outside of Medicine Hat.
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Who Qualifies
If you are a Junior or Senior High School Student and live within Rotary International District 5360, you may qualify for RYPEN.  Participants must be between ages 13-18 and be recommended by school guidance counsellors, local Rotary Clubs, or other organizations that work with youth.

Here’s The Deal
Each student must be sponsored by a Rotary Club.  The club will arrange transportation for their students and supervisors.  RYPEN participants are not permitted to take their own vehicles.   

Accommodations
Students stay in heated cabins.  All participants must bring their own bedding or a sleeping bag and pillow.  Mattresses are provided  

The Food, The Food
The food is great!  It's not just nutritious, healthy and good for you.  It’s really great!  A tuck shop is open daily during afternoon leisure time. Candy, chocolate bars, chips, ice cream and pop are available during tuck time in addition to some smaller gift-type items. Any dietary restrictions MUST be included on the student registration form.

Contact Info and Resources