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4-H SUMMER DAY CAMPS
DAY CAMP TYPES AND DATES
(LAST UPDATED 4/8/24)
- Ag Camp: N/A 2024
Ag Camp will explore the agricultural industry through hands-on learning. Participants will visit local dairies, ranches, and horticulture operations as well as cook local agricultural products and explore the natural resources of South Florida.
- H20 Camp: June 3-7, 10-14, 24-28, July 21-26
H20 Encounter is an environmental day camp that explores various water resources in South Florida.
- History Camp: June 17-21, July 8-12
Campers will visit South Florida historical sites and museums.
- Horse Camp: TBD
Campers are provided riding and lesson time in the saddle. Campers experience horse activities geared toward developing riders. Campers bring their own horse and supplies. Campers must be 8 by September 1, 2023, and must provide own horse.
- Shooting Sports: July 15-19
Camp teaches conservation and ecology practices through field trips and hands-on activities.
Campers must be 10 or older as of September 1, 2023.
- Fishing and Conservation Camp: July 8-12
Campers are learning about fishing safety and environmental conservation at various locations in South Florida.
- Craft Camp: July 15-19
Campers will enjoy various crafting techniques, safety, and recycling.
*All camps are day camps.
REGISTRATION
To reserve a spot for camp please submit application and payment to UF/IFAS Extension office 458 US HWY 98 N, Monday thru Friday, 8 am-5 pm starting May 1st.
Check, cash and credit card payments accepted ($5 service fee for credit cards).
Registration form and payment must be received in the office to hold the reservation for camp.
4-H CAMP DOCUMENTS
For More information contact:
Paula Daniel, 4-H Youth Development
PaulineMDaniel@ufl.edu
Physical Address: 458 US Hwy 98 N., Okeechobee, FL 34972
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm