There are many reasons for ‘giving up a weekend’ for the benefit of the rest of your life. Among other things, RYPEN will
- develop skills that will be invaluable as you develop your career and life
- open the doors to other Rotary youth programs
- allow you to stand out from the crowd
- give you a network of friends for the rest of your life
RYPEN will challenge you and test you but you will have a lot of fun. You should also gain an insight into some of the skills needed to make a success of your life. As in most things, what you take away from the weekend will probably depend on what you are prepared to contribute.
Participants are required to dedicate the specified time to attend RYPEN and spend the full and entire time at camp. Once signed up there are no cancellations. If you participate in all activities, by showing the best of your leadership skills with a good attitude and open mind, you are guaranteed to get the most out of this camp.
Your local Rotary Club sponsors your attendance at RYPEN, and can assist with transport to the seminar. Note however that some clubs may ask for a small contribution from you or your parents. If this makes it difficult for you to attend, please contact the committee.
You will stay in dormitories with multiple people in a room, you will receive a list of what to bring and what not to bring to RYPEN.
At the seminar there is plenty of supervision with Rotarians on site at all times to help with the weekend. Course presentations are made by leaders in business, our community and academia.
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