Camp Counseling

2018 Camping & Camp Counseling Opportunities

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4-H Camping Friends,

Some of last year’s Knolmes County camp counselors have not submitted an application and/or Ohio Achievement Form. It is possible that you do not intend to apply to serve as a camp counselor in 2018. If that is the case, please let me know so I may remove your name from the email and text lists.

Another opportunity that will be opening soon is an online application to serve as an OMK (Ohio Military Kid) volunteer. We utilize such volunteers in various events to support military families throughout the year – including camp counseling. Please let me or Amy Seward know if you have an interest in applying as a volunteer for OMK.

Regardless of your desire to be at camp, Buckeye Leadership Workshop (April 4-8, 2018) at Recreation Unlimited (near Ashley, Ohio) is an excellent leadership workshop for anyone age 15 (or a HS Freshman) and older to experience five days of leadership enhancement. Visit www.buckeyeleadership.com for information on how to register, how to apply for a BLW partial scholarship (prior to the deadline of January 5, 2018, and how to choose two daily sessions (each four days long) that will change your life. Your county 4-H committee may have some funds for scholarship assistance as well. If you need me to serve as one of your two references for a scholarship, please let me know.

– Larry

2018 Ohio 4-H Special Needs Camp

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Did you know that there is an Ohio 4-H Special Needs Camp?  Dates for the Camp will be July 27-29, 2018 and it is held at Canter’s Cave 4-H Camp. The camp is open to any youth in Ohio who have needs that could not be accommodated in a traditional camp setting. Cost and registration information will be confirmed and available in early 2018.

There will again be an opportunity to apply to serve as a teen counselor at the Camp. Those applications will be due on April 1st.

If you have any questions about the Camp, our website is listed below.

https://4hcanterscave.osu.edu/home/experience-it/special-needs-camp

– Andrea

Making eXtreme Counselors (MXC) – February 17-18, 2018

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Older youth 14 to 18 who plan to serve as camp counselors can come and learn innovative ideas to help them create the Most eXtreme Camps, ever! Youth will leave with skills that enable them to assist in the planning, programming and teaching process at their county 4-H camps.

All participants will receive a t-shirt, supplies and tons of new ideas. MXC participants also will be able to share with teens from other counties across the state.

In 2018, MXC participants can attend competency sessions about the following topics:

  • Child and Adolescent Development Knowledge
  • Health, Wellness, and Risk Management
  • Program Planning (campfire, camp songs, signature/vespers, mixer dance, flags)
  • Role Model
  • Self-Direction

2018 Keynote Presenter- Jalisa Danhof, Assistant Director at Camp Newaygo, Michigan

Agenda and registration materials will be posted by January 1.

– Andrea

Camp Counselor Information

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Opportunities to gain the mandatory 24 hours of training include:
  •  Knox County 4-H Camp Counselor meetings (third Tuesday of each month) starting on October 17 at 1025 Harcourt Road from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
  • Scholarship application deadline for Buckeye Leadership Workshop – January 5, 2018
  • MXC at Ohio 4-H Center, OSU – Saturday-Sunday, February 17-18, 2018
  • Ohio 4-H Volunteer/Teen Conference at Columbus Convention Center – March 10, 2018.
  • Winter Counselor Workshop at 4-H Camp Ohio – Saturday, March 17, 2018
  • Buckeye Leadership Workshop at Recreation Unlimited – April 4-8, 2018
  • Winter Counselor Workshop at 4-H Camp Ohio – Saturday, April 14, 2018
  • Pheasants Forever Youth Field Day at Campbell’s Range – Saturday, April 14, 2018
  • Camp Counselor Workshop at 4-H Camp Ohio – Friday, April 20-Saturday, April 21 with extra hours through Sunday, April 22 at noon.
  • Holmes County counselor meeting schedule to be determined.

– Larry

2018 Buckeye Leadership Workshop

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Soon, but not yet, the online registration for Buckeye Leadership Workshop (BLW) will open on or before October 15. The workshop is held at Recreation Unlimited near Ashley, Ohio in Delaware County April 4 – 8, 2018. This is the 74th year for BLW, and promises to be better than ever.  Visit: http://buckeyeleadership.com/blw – 2018 – sessions/ to see a description of morning and  afternoon sessions. Each session is two hours long and runs for four days allowing – workshoppers to delve deeply into a subject matter and have fun learning. Camp counselors and other types of leaders (young and old) can benefit by spending time with a wide range of people and backgrounds. Ages range from 15 (or a freshman in high school) through those in their 80s and 90s.  Partial scholarships are available through the BLW website: www.buckeyeleadershipworkshop.com.  By the scholarship deadline of January 5, 2018, register, pay a $100.00 deposit and provide two online references to secure a spot. Some county 4-H programs offer additional financial help through their 4-H committees. Please check with your Extension office if you are involved in 4-H as a youth or adult.
– Larry

State 4-H Leadership Camp

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From Hannah Epley, State Camping Specialist:
Leadership Camp will be June 2-6, 2018 at 4-H Camp Ohio (Staff will arrive June 1).
Cost will be $280/person, BUT counties will receive a credit to use at their discretion thanks to sponsorship from Nationwide and Farm Credit.
Additional information:
  • The camp is open to young men and young women age 15 to 18 years old and mature (as deemed by county 4-H professional) 14 year olds.
  • The camp is intended to be a one-time experience, however if you have a camper who would like to attend for a second year (or more), please contact the Leadership Camp Director (Hannah Epley, epley.24@osu.edu) to determine availability.
  • Scholarships dollars are not available for 2nd+ year attendees.
  • Commitment forms from counties will be available in January and will be due by March 16, 2018.
Staff Information:
  • Individuals 18+ prior to June 1, 2018 who are good leaders, past counselors, or interested in helping may apply
  • Must complete application, undergo selection, and attain background check
  • Applications available: February 15 target
  • Applications due: April 20 (due to earlier camp dates)
  • Interviews: Week of April 30th
  • Staff Training Weekend (4-H Camp Ohio): May 11 – 13, 2018
  • Yes this is Mother’s Day weekend, but camp is so early this year, we needed to move training earlier so we could try to have everything ordered before camp!