4-H Youth Development
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4-H Teen Leadership Opportunity – Applications Available Now
The local 4-H program is now recruiting teens who are interested in serving in a leadership role at 2012 4-H camp. Youth must be at least 14 years old by 1/1/12 and in at least the 9th grade to be eligible. This year, Westmoreland and Richmond Counties will camp from June 18-22.
Teen leaders serve a critical role while at camp. Teen leaders are responsible for supervising children during the entire camping session, providing for the safety and well-being of each camp participant at all times; Assisting with 4-H camp classes, programs, and activities and being on-time and present for all assigned activities. Teen leaders should be able and willing to treat each camper, staff person, and peers with respect and dignity at all times and should show a genuine concern for children by communicating, advising, assisting, and establishing a warm, friendly relationship with them. Teens must demonstrate a willingness to work as a member of a team with other staff persons, teens and adults, summer camp staff, and under the supervision, guidance, direction, and leadership of the Extension staff in charge of the 4-H camping program. Teens should be able and willing to accept and perform leadership roles (being the “leader”) as a 4-H camp teen counselor, and being able and willing work as a member of the team when others are in the leadership position (being the “follower”).
Deadline for application and references is February 3,2012. Application does not guarantee selection. Training is required and provided by Extension Staff. Please contact Wendy Herdman if you have any questions or concerns.
If you are a person with a disability and desire assistance or accommodation, please notify the Westmoreland Extension Office at 804-493-8924/TDD* or the Richmond County Extension Office at 804-333-3420/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 5p.m. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.
Teen Leader Application (PDF | 180KB)
Teen Leader Reference Form (PDF | 206KB)
2012 4-H Camp Scholarship Application
It’s Time to Register for 4-H Camp!
Registration is open for 4-H Jr. Camp. Westmoreland and Richmond County boys and girls ages 9-13 can attend 4-H Jr. Camp at the Jamestown 4-H Educational Center from June 18-22, 2012. 4-H Camp is a week of fun, hands-on experiences where children “learn by doing”. 4-H is cooperative group living in a natural environment that focuses on developing life skills, social, spiritual, mental and physical development in young people. Camping experiences include swimming, canoeing, campfires, new friends and playing games all under the supervision of caring adults. Only $200 covers everything – all meals, lodging, programs and transportation. Financial aid is available.
Our 4-H Center occupies a beautiful 16 acre riverfront site near the Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg. Facilities include air-conditioned lodges and cabins, dining hall, recreation hall, health clinic, pool and aquatic resource center. 4-H camp staff extension agents and trained volunteer leaders provide camper supervision, instruction and support. The Jamestown 4-H Educational Center has earned the American Camping Association accreditation for its standards of safety and excellence. American Camping Association accreditation is the seal of approval for camping facilities and programs
Jamestown 4-H Educational Center and its programs are accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). What does that mean? ACA is the only organization that accredits all types of camps, with up to 300 national standards for health and safety. ACA camps have undergone a thorough review of operations. This includes things like staff qualifications and training to emergency management. Safe environments promote positive youth development. ACA camps provide: healthy, developmentally-appropriate activities and learning experiences, discovery through experiential education, caring and competent role models, service to the community and environment, and opportunities for leadership and personal growth.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Westmoreland Extension Office at 804-493-8924/TDD* or the Richmond County Extension Office at 804-333-3420/TDD* during business hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations 5 days prior to the event. *TDD number is (800) 828-1120.