Powell County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 4052 - Camping | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4052.36) | 72 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in 4-H Summer Camping. |
| 4052.38) | 11 |
Number of Volunteers (19+) engaged in 4-H Summer Camping. |
| 4052.40) | 7 |
Number of Youth (5-18) engaged in 4-H Specialty Camping Programming. |
| 4052.42) | 1 |
Number of Adults (19+) engaged in 4-H Specialty Camping Programming |
Success Stories
Boyle - Lincoln - Powell JC Training Weekend
Author: Emilee Bryant
Major Program: Camping
4-H summer camps rely heavily on teen Junior Counselors (JCs) to lead younger campers and assist in daily camp operations. However, across multiple rural counties, Extension staff observed that many first-time JCs lacked the leadership skills, preparedness, and confidence needed to be effective in their roles. Without proper training, JCs were more likely to become overwhelmed, and camper experiences suffered due to inconsistent supervision and engagement. Extension professionals recognized the
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