Hello 4-H Camp Counselors!
I would like to invite you to participate in a unique opportunity to be part of a statewide camp counselor team this summer! Ohio Military Kids (OMK) has launched applications for 2023 Camp Kelleys Island! If this is an opportunity you’d like to pursue, please read on and complete the online application links below!
CAMP DATES for 2023:
- Teen Camp (campers ages 12-15) – July 30-August 3 with mandatory staff training on July 28-30
- Youth Camp (campers ages 9-11) – August 6-10 with mandatory staff training on August 4-6
- Optional In-Person Counselor Training: Thursday, June 22, 2023 in Columbus, OH
Keep in mind opportunities for involvement with your local county fairs and the Ohio State Fair this summer. It is possible to be involved as an OMK Camp Counselor and participate in your 4-H activities, but be mindful of your potential involvement in project judging days.
Camp activities include: swimming, archery, crafts, games, snorkeling, kayaking, tie dying, visits from military special guests, large group activities, campfire songs, skits, dances, and so much more! Housing for all staff and campers is traditional cabins with bunks.
If you are interested in applying to be a counselor, please complete the following steps:
- Complete an application as a New or Returning Counselor (to Ohio Military Kids): go.osu.edu/OMKVolunteer
- This is open to any 4-H members who are returning as a counselor for OMK or are NEW to being a counselor for OMK. Age eligibility is 15 years and older.
- Have 2 references completed
- Send this link to two unrelated adults who can speak to your abilities: https://go.osu.edu/OMK23ref
APPLICATION AND REFERENCES ARE DUE BY: 11:59 pm, February 5, 2023
Please let me know if you have any questions! I appreciate the continued enthusiasm and partnership of our 4-H teen leaders with military youth!
Yours in 4-H, Justin Bower