Goochland-Hanover-Powhatan
4-H Camp
Who can attend?
4-H Junior Camp is open to all youth ages 9-13 (at least 9 years old by September 30, 2024). Youth who turn 13 by January 1, 2024 must attend camp as a CIT (Counselor-in-Training). Campers must be residents of Goochland, Hanover or Powhatan Counties unless arranged in advance. Registration will open on January 30, 2024 for 4-Hers actively enrolled in a year-round 4-H club and younger siblings of counselors. Registration will open to the general public on January 31, 2024. We will fill cabins to capacity this year with 14 people per room in cabins and 7 to 8 campers/teens per room in lodges. Campers can request up to two roommates and we will do our best to accommodate requests.
How much does 4-H Camp cost?
This year's camp fee is $375 and includes meals and lodging for five days and four nights, a camp t-shirt, class supplies, and all activities. Total fees are due two weeks from submitting your registration. Limited scholarships are available - please contact the county you reside in for details. The camp fee can be paid by check or cash (Powhatan/Goochland) or credit only in Hanover). More information about those options can be found on the Payment Page.
Bus Transportation is NOT be provided to and from camp. Instructions for parent drop off at Jamestown 4-H Center may be found on the Parent Resources page.
What do campers do at 4-H Camp?
Every morning and afternoon, campers will rotate through a variety of camp classes. More information about classes offered can be found on the Classes Page.
Campers are rewarded for spirit, participation, and demonstration of good character! There is free swim and recreation time each day, as well as evening programs and opening/closing campfires. The camp store is open most days. Want more information about Jamestown 4-H Educational Center? Check out the website HERE!
Who supervises 4-H campers?
Each year we recruit teen volunteers ages 14 -18 to serve as counselors for our camp. These teens, as well as our adult volunteers, 4-H Extension Staff, and 4-H Center Staff, complete a training series and are tested on core concepts before attending camp. Our 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.
Easy Steps to Sign-up your Child
Fill out the 4-H Camp Registration Form - Link opens January 31, 2024!
Pay for camp: The full amount of $375, or a scholarship application, is due after registering for camp and you've received an email indicating you have a spot. More information about payment options can be found on the Payment Page.
After the steps above are completed, staff from your Extension Office will reach out with additional instructions for completing the online health and enrollment forms.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact Cathy Howland at the Powhatan Extension Office at (804) 598-5640 during business hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120. Extension is a joint program of Virginia Tech, Virginia State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and state and local governments.