June 16-19, 2026 | Camp Lutherhaven, Coeur d’Alene, ID
The Idaho Youth Summit is a dynamic 4-day, 3-night event designed for all Idaho students in grades 8 through 12 and adult chaperones.
IYS is the ultimate teen leadership experience that brings togethers groups of Idaho teens from various clubs, organizations, and schools in Idaho, with a focus on leadership development and healthy, positive living.
Event Details:
- Dates: June 16-19, 2026
- Location: Camp Lutherhaven, 3258 W. Lutherhaven Rd, Coeur d’Alene, ID
- For: Idaho Students in grades 8-12 & Adult Chaperones and/or iDFY Advisors
- Cost: $250
- Bus Transportation and Scholarships Available.
REGISTRATION OPENS MID MARCH!
After you register for camp, please download the Camper Form Packet and return your completed forms by May 31st.
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE
- Workshops focused on building confidence, healthy + positive living, and leadership skills
- Interactive workshops that push you to think, speak, and lead
- A chance to connect with other driven, high-impact students
- High-energy activities + unforgettable experiences (challenge course, lake cruise, and more!)
- Speakers who challenge you to level up
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2026 THEME: TOGETHER IN THE WILD
Life can feel wild. Everything changes fast. Pressure is constant. It can seem like the rules are always changing. Some days can feel less like thriving and more like just surviving. But the world isn’t meant to be faced alone. Together in the Wild is about learning how to adapt, build real skills, and lean into community instead of isolation. When we bring our different strengths, backgrounds, and lived experiences together, we’re stronger and more capable than we are on our own. Choosing connection, supporting one another, and staying drug-free isn’t about following rules or being perfect. It’s about setting ourselves up for a longer, healthier, more meaningful life. It may be wild out there, but together, we can thrive.
NEXT LEVEL LEADERSHIP starts here
Students who attend the Summit can continue their leadership journey by:
Applying to be a Youth Vision Ambassador: Represent Idaho teens and help shape future Summits
Becoming Youth Staff: Learn what it takes to return as Youth Staff (All Youth Staff begin as Summit participants)
Challenge Course
Test your limits on one of the best challenge course facilities in Idaho. You’ll get to experience the high ropes course, a zip-line, climbing wall, and a day of team building challenges.
Motivational Speakers
summer camp activities
Each day of Youth Summit has been designed to be both fun and memorable. Highlights include a talent show, bonfire, and a cruise on the lake.
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*A Packing List is included in the Participant Information packet.
Apply for a scholarship
Click the button below to complete the scholarship application!
Please reach out to hello@idfy.org with any questions.
Scholarships will be awarded no later than May 23rd, 2025.
Apply to volunteer as Staff
Thank you for your interest in applying to serve as staff at the Idaho Youth Summit!
The Idaho Youth Summit Staff Applicant Guide (coming soon!!) answers many questions about the Staff Experience, including expectations, responsibilities, and logistics.
Individuals applying for Adult Staff or i-Team must submit a resume. Individuals applying for Youth Staff must submit two Letter of Recommendation Forms. Resumes may be attached to the Staff Application or emailed to hello@idfy.org. Staff Recommendation Forms are completed digitally and found by clicking the link below.
An application is considered incomplete until the Resume or Letters of Recommendation have been received.
Applications are due by March 21st, 2026.
Of Note: Incomplete applications will NOT be considered to serve as staff.
Reach out to hello@idfy.org with additional questions!
