WHO SUPERVISES 4-H CAMPERS?

Each year we recruit Counselors in Training (CIT),(minimum of 13 years by January 1, 2022) and Teen Counselors (14 years and up by January 1, 2022) to serve as volunteer role models/leaders for our camp. These CIT's and teens, as well as our adult volunteer leaders, 4-H Extension Staff, and 4-H Center Staff, complete a training series and are tested on core concepts before attending camp. Background checks are conducted for those leaders 18 years of age and up. Our all volunteer staff is trained according to the American Camp Association requirements and you can rest assured that your child will have a safe, enjoyable experience at 4-H Camp!

NATIONAL ACCREDITATION

Virginia’s 4-H camping program is recognized throughout the nation as a leader in 4-H camping programs. Each of the six Virginia 4-H Educational Centers has achieved and maintains American Camp Association (ACA) accreditation.

Parents and guardians should always look for the ACA seal when selecting a camp for their child to attend. Only about 25 percent of all camps in the nation are accredited by the ACA, the recognized camp accreditation organization in the United States. Having ACA accreditation means that the camp meets the highest standards for safety, food service and staffing, health care, and program quality.

Each 4-H Educational Center maintains these standards annually. Additionally, all 300 standards are reviewed every three years for reaccreditation. Each 4-H center program staff person, as well as the adult and teen 4-H volunteers who participate in camp, are carefully selected and trained prior to the camping event.

COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS

COVID Policy items to note before you register:

Currently all COVID mask restrictions have been lifted for 2022 4-H Camp.

However, we will continue to monitor COVID-19 Community Levels and follow mask guidance in accordance to local and CDC mask guidance. Community level ‘High’ = mask required indoors for all 4-H programs. Community level ‘Low/Moderate’ = personal preference.

The COVID-19 Community Level data is updated once per week and Virginia Cooperative Extension (VCE) faculty/staff organizing events will include expectations for mask/face coverings in event details. Creating a sense of belonging and a welcoming environment is a foundational principle of 4-H positive youth development. To that end, we will support and make all individuals that choose to wear a mask/face covering feel welcome.

Note, a daily Health Check will occur on the morning of Monday, June 6, before we leave for 4-H Camp and will also occur every morning while at 4-H Camp. Those experiencing signs of illness, fever or COVID like symptoms, will not be allowed attend and/or to stay at 4-H Camp. We strongly discourage attendance by anyone sick or showing signs of illness within the last 14 days.

3 EASY STEPS TO SIGN A CHILD UP FOR 4-H CAMP

1. Fill out the 4-H Camp Pre-Registration Form.

2. Note you will need to print/bring a Copy of your 4-H Camp Registration Form, a 4-H Health History Report Form, 4-H Medication Form, and 4-H Equine Waiver Form, to the Virginia Cooperative Extension - Pulaski Office.

3. Pay for camp. In order for your child to be fully registered and a spot secured for 4-H Camp, we must receive the full $375 fee after preregistering for camp. The camp fee can be paid by check or cash and more information about those options can be found on the Payment Page. Note, 4-H Camp is available to the first, 136 fully paid campers.