Author: Jacob Brandenburg
Planning Unit: Owsley County CES
Major Program: Summer Residential Camps
Plan of Work: Unrelated to a specified County Plan of Work
Outcome: Initial Outcome
Summertime can be an exciting time of the year. However, it can be a very expensive time for parents. With the Lee County Kentucky median family income being $21,185.00 per household, for a family to pay $225.00 per camper to participate in 4-H camp in many cases is not going to be affordable for many families. The Lee County Extension District Board and 4-H Council took this into consideration. The Distract Board & 4H Council paid $175 per camper and the 4-H Council paid outline cost and extra for camping workshops. The Lee County 4H Council also received $1685 in donations attributing to camp scholarships. In addition to the majority of the cost being covered, the Lee County Cooperative Extension Staff advertised 4-H Camp in the local newspaper, social media, newsletters, and went to the schools to talk with camp aged students. This year, due to these efforts, Lee County had 3 adults, 2 teens/teens in training, and 44 campers attend Feltner 4-H Camp.
Our camping numbers have increased more than 300% over the past 3 camping years. We had all but 1 bed on each side filled. For several of our campers, this was their first time ever being away from home and for over 50% of them, it was their first time ever going to 4-H Camp. Attending 4-H Camp is a great way for kids to make new friends, participate in new activities, and gain new experiences.
-“I had a great time and I look forward to volunteering again next year.” –Adult Volunteer
-“I’m wanting to apply for camp staff after I graduate high school.” –Teen Leader
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