4-H Camp 2021

Buckingham, Charlotte, and Prince Edward Counties

June 14-18, 2021 @ Holiday Lake 4-H Center

Why Junior 4-H Camp?

Junior 4-H Camp is for youth turning 9 before September 30, 2021, and up to age 14. Youth ages 14-18 may apply to camp in leadership roles.

While there will be many changes this summer, one thing that won’t change is the opportunity for campers to have positive life changing experiences. Campers are still going to try new things, make new friends, create lifelong memories, and gain the independence that comes from a week at 4-H Jr. Camp. Those experiences are the cornerstone of what 4-H is all about. While some things may look different, please know that we are tirelessly combing over the details to make camp a safe and fun environment for camper growth this summer!

Register for 4-H Camp here:

Buckingham: http://bit.ly/Bham4-HCamp2021

Charlotte: http://bit.ly/Charlotte4-HCamp2021

Prince Edward: https://tinyurl.com/PE4HCampRegistration



How will 4-H Camp look different this year?

4-H Camp will operate at 50% capacity. That means instead of eight campers and two teens in a cabin, there will be a maximum of four campers and one teen. Bunkhouses will be similar with half the number of campers and a reduced number of teens. Campers will be grouped in packs according to their lodging assignment. Campers will be able to develop a deeper connection with the members of their pack as they travel throughout the day with this group.

This year, we have the opportunity to explore new classes. Instead of selecting just a few classes and going in-depth in those areas, with the exploratory approach, every camper will have an opportunity to experience each class one time during the week.

What safety precautions will be in place?

We will be following guidelines from the State of Virginia, the Centers for Disease Control and the American Camping Association in addition to Virginia Cooperative Extension and 4-H in order to put many layers of safety precautions in place. As always, our goal is to keep everyone safe at camp while encouraging young people to experience challenging growth as they explore new things, make friends, and gain independence.


(1) Instead of our normal bus transportation, we are asking for your help in dropping off and picking up your camper from Holiday Lake 4-H Center during the designated time.

(2) There will be fewer campers in each cabin. The lowest risk situation happens when small groups of campers stay together throughout the day and have limited interaction with other groups of campers. Therefore, several cabins or bunks will be grouped together with approximately 12 youth and three teens per group. This group will travel together for classes, meals, recreation time, etc.

(3) Instead of having campers choose classes and having an intensive three-day class experience, we are treating this year as a class exploratory with each camper getting to visit each class once during the course of the week. Your camper may even discover a new interest through this process. What fun!

(4) We will still have special evening programs and campfires, but these activities will take place in the large recreation fields in order to allow for proper social distancing. What happens if it rains? Well, we’re still working on those plans, but just like rainy days at camp in the past, we will find activities to fill the time and we will still maintain proper safety precautions.

(5) We are asking families to monitor themselves in the two weeks leading up to camp so as to minimize exposure to communicable viruses such as COVID-19. Please do not send a sick child to camp.

(6) We will have daily health screenings with temperature checks each morning. Unfortunately, we recognize that there is a potential that someone will get sick. Just like in typical years, anyone exhibiting symptoms of illness will be isolated and emergency contacts will be notified to come to camp to pick up the sick individual.


So 4-H Camp will be the same, but different?

Exactly. As always, 4-H is committed to a safe and positive learning experience for all youth. We welcome youth of diverse backgrounds. Financial aid is available for families in need. Please contact us if you need a financial aid application, or if you need to discuss issues with transportation to camp.

Buckingham: Ruth Wallace (434)969-4261 or ruwallac@vt.edu

Charlotte: Darla Marks (434) 542-5884 or dmarks@vt.edu

Prince Edward: Jake Morgan (434) 392-4246 or jake78@vt.edu

Cost of Camp

Early Bird (through April 16): $220

Regular Price (after April 16): $245

There is a $10 price break for the second child in the same immediate family and a $20 price break for additional children in the same immediate family.

This fee covers meals, lodging, class supplies, additional sanitation measures, and a camp t-shirt.

We are not accepting camp deposits at this time, but we will notify you later about submitting payment. CAMPERS STILL NEED TO REGISTER NOW in order to reserve one of the limited number of beds available!

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Buckingham Extension Office at 434) 969-4261/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to discuss accommodations prior to June 1st, 2021. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.