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Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu

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Contact Information

Craig Wood, Ph.D
Acting Associate Dean & Director
UK Cooperative Extension Service

S-107 Ag. Science Center North Lexington, KY 40546-0091

+1 (859) 257-4302

craig.wood@uky.edu




Fiscal Year:
Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025


Bell County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025





4052 - Camping
4052.36) 62

Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in 4-H Summer Camping.

4052.38) 7

Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in 4-H Summer Camping.

4052.40) 2

Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in 4-H Specialty Camping Programming.

4052.42) 0

Number of Adults (19+) engaged in 4-H Specialty Camping Programming



Success Stories

4-H Camp 2025, Making Lasting Memories

Author: Brian Good

Major Program: Camping

From June 10-13, 2025, agents, campers, teen leaders and adult volunteeers from the Bell County Extension Office attended the JM Feltner Kentucky 4-H Camp in London, KY, collaborating with participants from three additional counties for several days dedicated to educational activities, personal development, and engagement. This year, Bell County demonstrated substantial participation, with a total of 59 youth, 6 teens, 10 adults, 1 program assistant and 1 agent present. Bell County’s

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Camper to Full-Time Counselor: A Progressive Camping Experience

Author: Brian Good

Major Program: Camping

Camper to Full-Time Counselor: A Progressive Camping Experience

Nicolas (Nick) Mullins began his journey with Bell County 4-H at the age of nine, when he first participated in camping activities that sparked his lifelong passion for youth development and outdoor experiences. His initial excitement laid the groundwork for a series of increasingly responsible roles within the organization, including counselor in training, teen leader, and ultimately, adult volunteer. Over the span of 14 years immersed in the 4-H camping program, he cultivated a profound apprec

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