northumberland and Lancaster

4-H Camp

Camp Registration is now open! Click here for the registration forms.

June 30-July 4, 2025

Jamestown 4-H Center

williamsburg, VA

Who can attend?

4-H Junior Camp is open to all youth ages 9-13 (at least 9 years old by September 30, 2025). Youth who will be ages 13-14 at camp can attend as a CIT (Counselor-in-Training). Registration will open on March 3, 2025 and remain open until May 30, 2025 or until all spaces are filled. Campers can request up to two roommates and we will do our best to accommodate requests.

This year, our camping cluster includes the counties of Lancaster, Northumberland, Westmoreland, Richmond, King William and King & Queen.

How much does 4-H Camp cost?

This year's camp fee is $385 and includes meals and lodging for five days and four nights, a camp t-shirt, class supplies, and all activities. A deposit of $125 must be received within 5 business days of completing the registration form to hold your camper's spot. Partial scholarships are available- please reach out to the extension office for information. The camp fee can be paid by check or cash . 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 FAQ and Camp 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 -19 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 March 3, 2025!
Pay for camp: At least a $125 deposit 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 Tara Brent at the Northumberland Extension Office at (804) 580-5694 during business hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 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.

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