Pennsylvania State Police Troop K Camp Cadet

Pennsylvania State Police Troop K Camp Cadet is a camp for boys and girls from Montgomery, Delaware, and Philadelphia Counties between the ages of eleven and fourteen. The program is structured similar to training at the police academy, and participants are addressed as "Cadet" during the week. The program is not a recreational camp or a disciplinary camp for problem youth, and all participants are required to take part in all scheduled events.

Programs

• Pennsylvania State Police Camp Cadet — boys and girls from Montgomery, Delaware, and Philadelphia Counties between the ages of eleven to fourteen
• Sunny Day Camp — Children/Adults with Special Needs · A unique concept for children/adults with special needs, created to promote good relations between police and children/adults with special needs.

At a glance

• Ages: 11–14 years old
• General schedule: The 2026 Camp Cadet is scheduled for August 2nd – August 7th. The 2026 Camp Cadet program will be held at Hope 4 Kids on August 2nd - August 7th.

About the provider

The purpose of Camp Cadet is to provide an insight into police training and the overall expectations of a police officer. The goal of Camp Cadet is to introduce young adults to the diverse criminal justice system and establish a positive relationship with law enforcement personnel while establishing a sense of pride, discipline, teamwork, integrity, and self-respect. The camp is staffed by Troopers, Municipal Police Officers, and other volunteers, and it is funded by various fundraisers and business and community donations.

• Junior counselor application — Junior counselor application.

The program is not a recreational camp, nor is it a disciplinary camp for problem youth. Camp Cadet is open to all youth and is structured similar to training at the police academy. All participants who attend camp cadet are addressed as “Cadet” during the week. Cadets are required to participate in all scheduled events.

Last updated October 21, 2026.