Success StoryBath County Summer Camp Sets Attendance Record
Bath County Summer Camp Sets Attendance Record
Author: Terence Clemons
Planning Unit: Bath County CES
Major Program: Camping
Plan of Work: Develop Life Skills & Promote Family Cohesion
Outcome: Initial Outcome
4-H Summer Camp delivery method is the most time and labor acquired than any other. Based on that fact, it still provides opportunities for youth & teens to learn independence, gain life skills, become positive & productive members of their community and learn how to make better decisions for their self and others. Summer Camp helps build self-confidence and self-esteem for all attendees.
During the dates of July 5th-8th, 2022, Bath County 4-H eclipsed its county record from 2018 (86 Participants) to have 93 Campers/Teens/Adult Counselors attend this year's session. Over 50% of those attending were 1st time attendees. Roughly 30% of those attending have been to camp for at least 5 years or more
From parent/guardian verbal reports, photographical evidence, and written reports, this agent received reports that this year's session included many youth being their first time staying away from family, for any extended period of time. Some attendees have been identified as ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Mild Autistic, etc. Over 80% reporting to this agent stated they plan to attend again next year.
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