S.A.L.T. Members
Welcome to the S.A.L.T. Crew: Fueling Service and Leadership!
Join us on an exciting leadership journey with our S.A.L.T. Members!
S.A.L.T. stands for Service And Leadership Training — and that’s exactly what this crew is all about. These incredible teens are passionate about serving others and sharing the gospel with younger kids.
Ages 16–19
In our camp world, S.A.L.T. Members work alongside Cabin Leaders (GUIDEs), taking on various responsibilities with dedication and enthusiasm. They assist the Program Director in organizing games, supporting campers, and developing leadership skills through hands-on service.
S.A.L.T. Members are more than just helpers — they’re leaders in training. With preparation similar to our counselors, they are ready to step up and care for campers when needed.
Required Staff Training Week
All S.A.L.T. Members are required to attend Staff Training Week before serving during the summer.
Staff Training Week Details:
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🗓️ Begins the Sunday before Memorial Day and runs through Friday of that same week
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💵 Fee: $65
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🕞 Check-in: Begins at 3:30 PM on Sunday
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🕐 Training concludes: 1:30 PM on Friday
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🚗 Parent pick-up: No later than 2:00 PM on Friday
👉 Please register at the link below to reserve your spot!
SALT vs. TEAM Member Requirements
While many teens are eager to join the S.A.L.T. crew, this role requires a high level of spiritual and emotional maturity.
S.A.L.T. Members must be able to manage a cabin independently if a Cabin Leader needs a temporary break.
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If you’re 16–19 years old but not yet confident leading a cabin on your own, we’d prefer that you serve as a TEAM Member this summer to continue growing in leadership and ministry experience.
What to Expect as a S.A.L.T. Member
Join the S.A.L.T. crew for a meaningful week of service and growth! Alongside the hustle, you’ll enjoy quiet time during God and I Time and other approved breaks.
We gather for devotions to explore what it means to serve Jesus wholeheartedly. At Ponderosa, we’re not just a camp — we’re a caring community focused on your growth in Christ.
Earn Community Service Hours
SALT Members can earn 80 community service hours for each full week they serve at camp.
These hours can often be applied toward high school graduation or scholarship requirements.
At the end of each week, SALT Members are presented with an official certificate recognizing their service and contribution to the ministry of Ponderosa Bible Camp.
Key Responsibilities and Expectations
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Know Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior.
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Assist a Cabin Leader in leading 8–10 campers per week.
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Yield leadership to the Cabin Leader when they are present.
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Help introduce children to Jesus and guide them to live godly lives.
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Support campers’ spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
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Supervise campers and ensure their safety at all times.
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Assist in setting up and running games and activities.
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Enforce camp policies and encourage positive behavior.
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Mentor TEAM Members and campers through example and encouragement.
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Stay overnight all week (Sunday–Friday).
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Each week you are scheduled to serve, you will be required to arrive at camp by 2:00 PM on Sunday for the staff meeting, and you will be dismissed by 2:00 PM on Friday at the end of the week.
Join the S.A.L.T. Crew and be part of our mission to serve, lead, and glorify the Lord together!
🍽️ Special Dietary Needs for Summer Staff
We understand that some staff members have special dietary needs, and we are glad to help accommodate them safely and carefully. To cover the additional costs and preparation time, the following fees apply and will be billed to your account for each week you work:
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$45 per week – if camp provides and prepares your special meals (gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, etc.).
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$65 per week – if you provide your own special meals from home and our staff stores, prepares, and serves them for you during camp.
All special meals are handled separately by our trained kitchen team to prevent cross-contamination and ensure your safety throughout the summer.
"Being a SALT Member was amazing because I got to share God with kids who wanted to grow in their spiritual walk, or just start their journey with Christ. I got to meet incredible new people who also helped me in my walk. I saw God move in young hearts in so many amazing ways. Being allowed to be part of God's work spreading His word was a real joy for me. I learned so many things, and I hope I can do it again!"
- Ember O'Sullivan
"I enjoyed being a SALT Member because I learned more about Christ, I have fun while doing it, and I built bonds with people. In my opinion, I learned more about myself as a SALT Member than I did as a TEAM Member. Even though sometimes the campers can be difficult, they helped me learn more about myself. My absolute favorite thing about being a SALT Member is Commitment Night (Thursday night). Sometimes the campers will ask me to walk up with them, and say their commitment for them, and that's when I know they trust me, and feel comfortable with me."
-Josh Puckett
"The main reason I like to work at Ponderosa is because I am shown something new about my walk with Christ practically every day no matter how small or big. It might be someone giving their life over to God, or just someone saying thank you. I like being a SALT member because I can talk to the kids when they want to talk to me because I’m usually with them for the entirety of the day. It’s really my favorite thing I get to do all summer."
- Heath Romine