Author: Renata Farmer
Planning Unit: Knox County CES
Major Program: Summer Residential Camps
Plan of Work: Nurturing Families & Youth Development
Outcome: Initial Outcome
According to the American Camping Association, camp provides the opportunity for children to discover and explore their interests, values, and talents. 4-H Camp is an exciting opportunity for youth to make new friends, build self-confidence, gain independence, strengthen problem-solving skills, and step out of their comfort zone. Knox County 4-H camping numbers have continued to increase. In 2019, 102 campers and teens attended 4-H camp. While at camp, participants gained knowledge and skills on rifle safety, canoeing, swimming, leadership, art, wildlife, agriculture and more. This year, nearly 50% of campers were first time campers. The growth in camp numbers from 31 in 2015 to 102 in 2017 is a result of diverse 4-H programming and fundraising efforts.
This year, the Knox County Cooperative Extension District Board paid for programming expenses while the Knox County 4-H Council hosted fundraising efforts to cover meal and lodging costs for those who could not otherwise afford it. With these efforts combined, camp costs were cut to just $60 for every camper. Other monetary donations by Knox County Farm Bureau, Knox County Soil Conservation, Town & Country Homemakers, Knox County 4-H Council and other local donors were used to further reduce the cost for participants who still could not meet the cost. Nearly 35% of participants applied for a scholarship.
As a result of 4-H Camp, youth reported:
As a result of 4-H Camp, teens reported:
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