Soon the long, hazy days of summer will be here and kids across the state will be looking for something to do, besides playing video games or doing chores, so why not go camping? There’s nothing like summer camp to meet friends and enjoy the great outdoors! Each summer, thousands of kids from across the state attend one of many camps coordinated by Ohio State University Extension, 4-H Youth Development. Most Ohio 4-H Camping programs focus on developing knowledge and skills related to: outdoor education, creative arts, citizenship, recreational activities, singing, and other special activities that have immense appeal to young people.
Here in Washington County, there are four 4-H camps that provide the opportunity to develop this knowledge and skill set, for all area youth, not just 4-H members.
Cloverbud Camp – July 1
Youth ages 5 – 8 who have Completed kindergarten
Beginner Camp – July 1-2
Youth who have completed 2nd grade and through the age of 10
Junior Camp – July 8 – 12
Youth who have completed grades 3, 4, 5 or 6
Senior Camp – July 22-26
Youth who have completed grades 6, 7, 8 or 9
All Washington County 4-H camps are held at Hervida 4-H Camp near Waterford. Hervida has a swimming pool, girls/boys cabins, modern restrooms, many activity areas and hiking trails.
For more information about the 4-H camping program or enrollment, please contact the Washington County Ohio State University Extension office at (740) 376-7431, or download a registration form at https://washington.osu.edu/program-areas/4-h-youth-development/washington-county-4-h-camp
Camp Brochure: Brochure for Campers 2019