Join the Rad Fat Camp Team!
Rad Fat Adventure Camp Applications
Image description: two campers learning to embroider in a craft session.
We are continuing to accept applications on a rolling basis for Camp Leaders, Session Presenters, and an Assistant Camp Director. We are particularly looking for:
Hiking, kayaking, other movement sessions
Fiber arts sessions (our campers love embroidery, crochet, knitting)
Evening sessions: board games, open mic, scary stories around the campfire, DnD one-shot
We are also looking for volunteer photographers, graphic designers, illustrators, and song leaders. If you are interested in those roles, please email us at camp [at] radicalhealthalliance [dot] org!
Camp Leaders
Camp leaders are the heart of camp. You will generally be staying in the same cabin as your campers (~20), or very close by. Your role is to facilitate a supportive, warm, and fun camp experience by helping your campers navigate camp and make connections.
Camp Leader Responsibilities:
Create an environment that supports connection among campers
Greet campers during arrival and assist with settling in
Orient campers to camp (basic overview of camp layout, schedule)
Serve as the first point of contact for your cabin(s) (up to 20 campers) for a range of possible issues from logistical to interpersonal
Attend pre-camp training for leaders
Arrive early on Friday (between noon and 1pm) to help set up
Oversee final cabin clean up on Sunday morning
Host up to one session that requires very little oversight (e.g. get a movie started)
What we’re looking for in camp leaders:
Friendly, warm, welcoming hosts
Experience facilitating groups
Experience and comfort navigating conflict
Problem solver and helper
What camp leaders receive as a thank you for serving:
The main weekend (Friday-Sunday) is covered by Rad Health
First opportunity to purchase the extended weekend (for the cost difference: $225)
We anticipate that leaders will be able to participate in most of the camp activities as a camper
Session Presenters
Session presenters are rad fat campers! Our programming is all camper led so we are not currently accepting sessions from people who do not plan to attend as a camper. Session presenters are guaranteed a spot at camp for the main weekend ($395 early bird / $525 regular price) and are encouraged to apply for a scholarship if the cost of camp is a barrier.
We want to offer a wide range of types of camp activities as well as sessions that make the most of the amenities we have on site: outdoors, physical activity, crafts, community, games, kayaking / canoeing, pool activities, and more. Our ideal sessions are at the intersection of fat identity/community and classic camp vibes (nature, crafts, fun). We welcome creativity and want to showcase our community’s interests and skills. You are welcome to check out the amenities at Camp Courage and please feel free to contact us with any questions to help you plan your session.
Here is a non-exclusive list of sessions we would love to see proposals for:
Nature based activities: hiking, kayaking/canoeing, forest bathing, painting naturescapes
Games: board or card games, DnD one shot for beginners
Pool activities: water volleyball
Other physical activity: dance class, skits/improv
Arts & Crafts: fiber arts (embroidery, crochet, knitting), paper-making, junk journaling, zine making, nature photography
Embodiment: meditation, somatic processing, processing body grief
Community building: facilitated discussions various aspects of navigating life as a fat person, open mic night
Session presenter responsibilities
Plan your activity for approximately a 90-120 minute session (physical activities should be a maximum of 60 min of total physical activity - plan for breaks, intro time, time to chat with other participants as part of the session.)
Provide session title, description, and bio for camp website and schedule
Work with camp organizers to source affordable supplies if needed
Set up, host, and clean up your session
What we’re looking for in session presenters
Ability to instruct and support a range of learning levels in your topic
An understanding of modifications / adaptations related to your session to be as inclusive as possible. This includes options for all body sizes, ability levels,
Comfort and/or experience leading your activity
Assistant Camp Director
The Assistant Camp Director is a key leadership role at Rad Fat Adventure Camp. This person serves as primary operational support to the Camp Director (Annie) and helps steward the overall camp container. While camp leaders focus on their cabins and session presenters focus on their programming, the Assistant Camp Director keeps the larger ecosystem running smoothly.
This role requires emotional steadiness, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate both logistics and interpersonal dynamics in real time. The Assistant Camp Director must be grounded in intersectional fat liberation values and able to embody them under pressure.
The Assistant Camp Director is expected to attend the full camp stay (Fri-Tues) and participate in pre-camp planning meetings and training. If you are selected as the Assistant Camp Director, you will not be able to serve as a Camp Leader, but you will be able to host a session if desired.
What We’re Looking For
Deep alignment with intersectional fat liberation, disability justice, racial equity, and queer liberation
Ability to hold the big picture while managing small details
Experience supporting events, retreats, camps, or multi-day gatherings
Strong conflict navigation skills and emotional regulation
Clear, direct, and compassionate communicator
Comfortable making decisions independently when needed
Ability to step into leadership visibly while also supporting behind the scenes
Calm presence during high-stress moments
High trustworthiness and discretion
This is not a passive role. We are looking for someone who can anticipate needs, take initiative, and serve as a steady co-anchor for camp.
What You Receive
Main weekend and extended stay covered by Rad Health
Responsibilities
Before Camp:
Attend any pre-camp planning meetings
Support leader and presenter coordination as needed
Review all camp plans to have a comprehensive understanding of all camp operations including risk mitigation and emergency plans
Participate in leader training
During Camp:
Serve as primary support to the Camp Director
Step in as decision-maker if the Camp Director is unavailable
Assist leaders and presenters with set up and event questions
Float between cabins and sessions to assess needs and resolve issues
Troubleshoot logistical issues (schedule adjustments, supply needs, space conflicts)
Support leaders in navigating interpersonal conflicts
Support crisis response if needed
Arrive early Friday (between noon and 1pm) for set-up
Support Sunday wrap-up and clean-up coordination
After Camp:
Participate in debrief and feedback process