Youth Programs

Click here to see the 2008 Summer Camp Brochure

Are you a College Aged student? Do you want to make a difference in the life of a Child? Do you want a rewarding and fun-filled way to spend your Summer?

If your answer is "YES", just click ----> HERE to print your application for 2008 Summer Camp Staff Employment.

History

The Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center began its fine tradition of youth-oriented camping programs for boys and girls in 1978. Located on 229 acres at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachain Trail and Shenandoah National Park, this American Camp Association Accredited Camp offers campers a safe environment to pursue a variety of recreational and educational opportunities that they otherwise may not have the opportunity to experience. Under the guidance of caring, trained, professional staff, youth between the ages of 5-19 years will laugh, grow and learn through a variety of wonderful activities. From Canoeing to Archery to Horsemanship, 4-H Junior Camps provide hands-on learning in a socially-positive environment. Special Interest Camps, including Cloverbud for ages 5-8, offer unique and sometimes adventurous programs that appeal to both the parents and their child's spirit and adventure.

Program Goals and Objectives

4-H Junior Camps

The traditional 4-H Camping Program provides youth between the ages of 9-13 with the hands-on learning sessions in: Canoeing, Swimming, Outdoor Leadership Skills, Performing Arts, Riflery, Archery, Basic Horsemanship and so much more. Special Programs such as Water Olympics, Carnivals, Campfires, and Talent Shows promote teamwork and the community spirit of 4-H. Children register in their County or City's local Extension Office. Prices and all registration materials must be obtained by calling that office.

See when your County is coming to Summer 4-H Camp

4-H Special Interest and Wilderness Adventure Camps

4-H Special Interest Camps run concurrently to the Junior Camps during the summer and throughout the year during weekends, and are coordinated and implemented through partnerships with the 4-H Center and the Extension Agents. These programs are designed to provide younger 4-Her's with their first week-long camping experience, teen leadership development opportunities, and older youth with adventure programs that feature wilderness camping and sport.

Check out this Summer's exciting Schedule of Trips

Outdoor Experiential and Adventure Programs

Throughout the year, the Northern Virginia 4-H Educational Center offers both private and public schools many unique opportunities for single or multi-day programs that complement and enhance what is being taught in the classroom. Whether your students need the benefits of teambuilding and enhanced communication, forest exploration and animal habit study on the Appalachian Trail, or the experience of a cave research and discovery trip, the 4-H Center will provide an appropriate, sound, and safe program specifically designed for your students. All of our programs are led and instructed by trained, caring professionals committed to the sharing of knowledge and the improvement of young people. Program content and activities are recommended for 4th grade and above and can be adjusted to suit your educational needs.

We offer programs such as:

Below you will see the Price List for our

Outdoor Experiential and Learning Programs

For further details and Scheduling information, please contact:

Avery Born aaborn@vt.edu

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