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| 4081 - Summer Residential Camps | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4081.1) | 145 |
Number of youth who participated in summer residential camps |
| 4081.2) | 145 |
Number of youth who reported gaining at least one new life skill as a result of participating in summer residential camps |
| 4081.3) | 26 |
Number of teens and adult volunteers who participated in summer residential camps. |
Author: William Adkins
Major Program: Summer Residential Camps
4-H Camp gives youth across the nation an opportunity to experience what it is like when parents are not around for a few days. Life skills are imperative for everyone. The sooner youth can be involved in activities and programs that help develop these skills, the more prepared they will be in the future. According to national research conducted by the American Camp Association, campers show significant growth in self-esteem, peer relationships, independence, adventure and exploratio
