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4-H Camp Ohio Hiring for 2022

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4-H Camp Ohio is HIRING for 2022!

Warm, out-going, authentic, passionate and inspiring? Raise your hand if that’s you! 4-H Camp Ohio is HIRING PROGRAM INSTRUCTORS for their seasonal positions (March-November). If you have a passion for youth development and the outdoors, we want you.

Some of the prerequisites include:

  • At least 18 years of age.
  • High School graduate, additional education preferred.
  • Experience and interest in program development and education.
  • Desire and ability to work with children outdoors.
  • CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens, and AED training to be completed by the first day of employment.
  • Lifeguard certification is highly preferred, but not required for the right candidate.
  • Must love camp!!!

What we offer:

  • 4-H Camp Ohio pays a competitive rate and specific salary is based on qualifications and experience.
  • Room, Board and Meals provided during program times.
  • Laundry facilities provided.
  • All necessary adventure, recreation and outdoor education training will be provided in house.

Head to https://www.4hcampohio.org/employment-opportunities.html for more information about this role and the adventure that awaits. APPLY TODAY! Applications are open now through February (unless filled prior).

Please contact Jaymie Dumican at programs.campohio@gmail.com with any questions regarding the Program Instructor position.

2021 Carving New Ideas

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Carving New Ideas is a camping opportunity for older youth, concentrating on the principles of critical thinking and program facilitation. It is hosted by Collegiate 4-H at The Ohio State University and the college students, who are also 4-H alumni, are preparing all of the fun activities for the weekend of October 29-31.

The registration website is https://go.osu.edu/CNI or share the attached poster. The online registration allows credit cards or checks.

Deadline to register is October 6 or until cabins are full!

Youth Entrepreneur Weekend Camp

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Do you know any youth that are interested in taking over the family farm, starting their own farm, or owning their own business in the agriscience industry?  Please see the attached flyer to anyone that is interested in attending Agricultural Entrepreneurship Camp on the weekend of September 24-26.  It is open to all youth that are in high school.  Registration is now open and can be found here: http://go.osu.edu/exploreagcamp. This camp is a partnership between Explore Ag, Lucas County Extension, Franklin County Extension, Hocking College, Grow Next Gen, Venture Lab, and Young Entrepreneur Institute. If you have any questions please contact Elliott Lawrence (lawrence.638@osu.edu) or Marissa Mulligan (mulligan.70@osu.edu).

Flyer: Ag Entrepreneur Camp Flyer

2021 Camp Canopy

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Camp Canopy is moving back to in-person for 2021!!  At this time, we are planning for a live, in-person camp to be held at FFA Camp Muskingum, June 13 – June 18, 2021! That said, please keep in mind that we will comply with the State of Ohio, CDC, and FFA Camp Muskingum guidance on how best to safely proceed in this time of COVID-19. If we are unable to have a live, in-person camp experience – never fear – we will provide a fun and educational virtual opportunity.

Register for camp now! 

Interested in being a Counselor-in-Training??  Learn more here!

We hope you are enjoying the spring sunshine and warmer temperatures. It’s been a long winter so get out and explore the outdoors. Know that your Camp Canopy organizers are doing the same. Hopefully we can all share some cool findings with each other in June!

2021 Knolmes County 4-H Camp IS a Go!

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We are so excited to announce that we WILL BE hosting residential 4-H camp at 4-H Camp Ohio June 5-9 for current 4-H members!  Please be patient as we work through the details and be sure to watch for emails and communications early next week as we share more information and applications!

 

2021 Ohio 4-H Sea Camp

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The 2021 Ohio 4-H Sea Camp PRE-REGISTRATION is open for entries! If you are interested in attending this event, they are asking for you to fill out your information at this link:  http://go.osu.edu/seacamp21

NOTE: If Ohio 4-H Sea Camp reaches capacity, pre-registration entries may be contacted based on the order in which they were received. You are encouraged to register sooner, rather than later.

Ohio 4-H Sea Camp website is updated for additional information: https://www.ohio4h.org/camp/sea-camp

Through partnerships of Ohio State University Extension and organizations that offer aquatic education and water recreation, Ohio 4-H Sea Camp at Kelleys Island has offered hundreds of young people the opportunity to learn about aquatic science and experience a variety of recreational watersports on Lake Erie. Sea Camp is offered to youth ages 15-17 (age as of first day of camp).

The mission of Ohio 4-H Sea Camp is to offer teenage youth an introduction to the Great Lakes through hands-on experiences in a variety of aquatic-based programs. Sea Camp will enable participants to experience Lake Erie-based activities and culture such as aquatic science, water recreation, and fishing. The program is a supervised, educational environment fostered by Ohio 4-H and The Ohio State University.

Objectives of Ohio 4-H Sea Camp include:

  1. Participants will gain an understanding of safety applied to watercraft, sun, and open water recreation.
  2. Participants will explore a variety of potential career opportunities through learning from professionals in aquatic science, natural resources, and watersports.
  3. Participants will gain lifelong skills fostered through educational and recreational water-based activities, while developing lasting friendships and comradery with peers.

We would like to thank the Ohio 4-H Foundation for generously sponsoring a grant to help support campers attend 2021 Ohio 4-H Sea Camp!

For more information, contact Kayla Oberstadt at the State 4-H Office by email or phone at 614-292-3758.

 

You Got to Believe Livestock Camp for Sheep & Goat

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We have an exciting SHOWMANSHIP opportunity for you in a location near you in Norwalk, OH.

Chastin Leggett, from You Gotta Believe Livestock Camps, is holding a sheep and goat livestock camp on May 1st-2nd, 2021 at the Huron County Fairgrounds, Norwalk OH.

These camps are very informative and beneficial for both new and seasoned showman. The camp is run by Mr. Leggett and a team of highly decorated counselors winning state and national showmanship from all over the United States.

The camp is a faith-based, family focused camps who’s main focus is to create champions and change lives in the process (participation in the faith-based activities is not required but is offered through a devotions and prayers throughout camp).

You will receive hands on learning and 1 on 1 showmanship coaching with industry leading counselors while working and practicing with your OWN animal.

Things also covered in camp are:

  • Livestock selection and evaluation
  • Livestock basic nutrition
  • How to fit and prepare your animal for show
  • Character strengthening
  • ….and much more!

These camps are not only great for learning about your animal and showmanship, but it will bring laughter, joy, and fun to any showman that participates!

Camp spots to have a tendency to fill fast, but registration is as simple as going to http://www.ygblivestockcamps.com/campschedule.html and filling out your registration form.

Some FAQs can also be found at his website: http://www.ygblivestockcamps.com/faqs.html.

If you have any general questions about the camp, please reach out to Lauren Ott at ottlauren8@gmail.com

 

2021 Knolmes County Camp Counselor Applications Available

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Knolmes camp counselor applications are now available.  Please have youth interested complete the fillable form below.  They should then print and submit to the OSU Extension Office by December 16, 2020.  Members can also stop by the OSU Extension Office and pick up a hard copy to fill out.

Youth will also need to sign up for an interview at: https://signup.com/go/KHVdwUQ.

If you have any questions, please contact Jana at 740-397-0401 or by email at mussard.4@osu.edu.

Application: 2021 Ohio 4-H Camp Counselor Application fillable- Holmes App

Become a Friend of 4-H Camp Ohio

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Does 4-H Camp Ohio hold a special place in your heart?  Would you like to become more connected to 4-H Camp Ohio by being able to support, promote, and attend programs there?  If you answered yes, you will want to become a Friend of 4-H Camp Ohio organization by filling out this survey:   http://go.osu.edu/4HCampOhioFriends  They are wanting to build a database to initiate and maintain contact with ALL of their FRIENDS!