June 8-12, 2025

Northern Virginia 4-H Center - Front Royal, Virginia

Who can attend?

4-H Camp open to all youth ages 9-13 (camper age as of 9/30/2025) who are residents of Culpeper, Shenandoah, Rappahannock, Clarke or Warren counties. You DO NOT need to be a current 4-H member to attend.

Registration for campers will open on March 1, 2025.

Campers are guaranteed one roommate request, so bring a friend!

What do campers do at 4-H Camp?

Every morning at camp, campers will rotate through camp classes. More information about class tracks offered can be found on the Classes Page. Classes include options such as canoeing, fishing, tie-dye, crafts, ropes courses, archery, campfire cooking, and more!

There is free swim and recreation time each day, as well as evening programs and a nightly campfire. Evening programs typically include a talent show, a pool party, a carnival style game night, and a dance/recreation night.

Each room will be a part of a "pack" which serves as the camper’s “family” during the week of camp. Packs will rotate through camp activities together and are involved in different contests on various days. Bear Claws are awarded for spirit, participation, and demonstrations of good character!

Who supervises 4-H campers?

Each year we recruit high school students (14 and older) 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.

Health & Safety Precautions

4-H Camp will operate under current public health guidelines. Our team utilizes resources from the American Camp Association, Virginia Department of Health, Association for Camp Nurses and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. More details about our guidelines can be found on the Parent Resources Page.

Camp Investment

The camp fee covers meals, lodging, a keepsake T-shirt, daily swimming pool access and recreation, and most classes. The camp fee is $400 per camper, with a deposit of $200 due within five days of initial sign-up. The remaining balance is due May 1, 2025.

*Scholarships are available and all inquiries remain confidential. A $25 deposit will still be required within five days of initial sign-up.

**More information on payment can be found under the payment tab.

If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact your county’s Extension Office during business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to discuss accommodations by May 1, 2025.

*TDD number is (800) 828-1120.

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