Why Go to 4-H Camp?
For All The Fun Things!!
Does 4-H Camp Really
Make a Difference?
Campers surveyed before and after a
session said that camp helped them to:
Camp Offers: Horseback riding,
archery, canoeing, swimming, outdoor
living skills, creative arts and more.
 Become accountable for their
own behavior,
Adventurers or Trekkers: 12-14 year
olds can enjoy one of two advanced
based programs.
 Think for themselves,
Objectives of 4-H Camp:
 Get along with others,
 Make friends and be accepted,
 Respect the rights of others, and
 Appreciate their environment.
The 4-H Camp staff takes pride in
helping youth have fun and learn new
skills while, at the same time, develop
positive attitudes about themselves.
 Learn and use accepted
practices for mental, physical,
emotional and social health,
 Contribute to personality
development,
 Set positive attitudes toward
using leisure time more
productively,
 Develop spiritual values,
 Participate in democratic group
and community living,
 Acquire feelings of self-worth,
 Develop competencies and
practical skills in several
activities,
 Increase leadership potential and
experience, and
 Develop effective interpersonal
relationships with adults and
youth.
Employment and program opportunities are offered to all people
regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. North
Carolina State University, North Carolina A&T State University, U.S.
Department of Agriculture, and local governments cooperating.
Hey Kids!!!!!!
Are you 8-14 Years Old?
Join the Fun…
Camp This Summer At
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Betsy-Jeff Penn
Reidsville, NC
June 27-July 2, 2010
Dear Parents: Help us give your children a
fun experience, filled with making choices,
exploring the outdoors and discovering new
skills. Knowledge and friends—things to
last them a lifetime.
Who Can Apply To 4-H Camp?
 Open to any girl or boy ages 8-14
years old
Details and Other Information
Cost:
$360/person (includes
lodging, meals, snacks,
charter bus transportation,
swimming instructions, all
activities and insurance)
Dates:
June 27-July 2, 2010
Deposit:
$150-Non-Refundable/
Non-Transferable
(Due January 29, 2010)
 You don’t have to be a 4-H
member to attend
 Only a limited number of spaces
available
How Do I Apply To 4-H Camp?
Visit the Camden County 4-H Office at
the Camden Extension Center or send a
$150 non-refundable deposit and
registration form to:
Camden County 4-H
Attn: Danelle Barco, Ext. Agent, 4-H
P.O. Box 129
Camden, NC 27921
(252) 338-1919 ext. 228
[email protected]
Make Checks Payable To:
Camden County Extension Service
Payable To:
Camden County Extension
Service
**Early Bird deposit by January 22nd gets a
$20 discount!!!
Health Insurance: All campers must have a
physical examination, signed by a licensed
physician. Campers who have received an
examination within one year of camp dates are
exempt. The Health Department may administer
a physical free of charge.
Bring These Items To Camp:
Bed Linens (sheet, blankets, pillows)
Towels & Wash Cloths
Toilet Articles (shampoo, deodorant, soap, etc.)
Money for 2 lunches (1 going and coming back)
Extra Money (snacks, souvenirs, camp store)
Shoes (tennis, walking)
Water Shoes (required for canoeing)
Sweater, Sweatshirt, Jacket (cool evenings)
Shorts, Jeans, Swimsuit & Rain Coat
Flashlight, Sleeping Bag, Insect Repellent
Suntan Lotion/Sunscreen
Nice Outfit (for banquet)
Long Pants (horseback riding)
Health & Safety: The health and safety of
campers are closely monitored. Each camp is
regularly inspected by the local health
department. Smoke alarms are in each living
quarter.
Medical Insurance: Each camp has limited
medical insurance on every camper with
coverage only for certain accidents and
illnesses. Pre-existing illness is not covered.
Each camp has an infirmary and qualified
medical personnel will be available at camp
throughout the week.
Age Limits: The camp separates the youth by
age for program activities and cabin
assignments.
Staff & Instructors: Campers receive a high
degree of small group interaction and personal
attention from 4-H camp staff and instructors.
These people have been chosen for their
interest in working with youth and skills in
special programs. After pre-camping training,
they can be found as activity instructors and
cabin counselors.
A Day At 4-H Camp
7:30 a.m.
8:00
8:05
8:30
9:00
10:00
11:00
11:20
12:20 p.m.
12:50
1:30
2:30
3:30
4:00
5:00
6:00
6:05
6:45
8:00
9:00
9:15
10:30
Wake Up
Flag Raising
Breakfast
Morning Duties
Activity 1
Activity 2
Snack Break
Activity 3
Lunch
Rest Period
Activity 4
Activity 5
Store Break
Activity 6
Your Choice
Flag Lowering
Dinner
Group Choice
Evening Program
Evening Snack
Vespers
Lights Out