In addition to the many ongoing local 4-H club and youth activities that are happening across the state, the Nevada 4-H Youth Development Program will also offer some summer day camps and overnight camps for youth this year, following a Nevada tradition that goes back 80 years.
“We are really happy to have received the green light to offer some 4-H day camps and overnight camps this summer,” said Carrie Stark, Nevada 4-H program director with University of Nevada, Reno Extension. “Working with the University and local authorities, we’ll be able to provide some great learning experiences for youth over the summer, following all necessary precautions related to COVID.”
Stark said that many of the camp organizers are still finalizing details, and that additional 4-H camp and summer activities may still be added. She advises parents to check with their local Extension offices for the most up-to-date 4-H camp and summer opportunities. Here are some of the 4-H day camps and overnight camps already in the works.
Day camps Nevada 4-H day camps vary throughout the state, and are sometimes offered in partnership or collaboration with other organizations. Some are open to youth from the general public, while others help fill in gaps for children who attend community centers or other programs. All programs are based on research-based 4-H youth development principles and curriculum, engaging youth in positive learning experiences. Some of the day camps to be offered include:
Overnight summer camps The overnight summer camps will all be held at the Nevada State 4-H Camp, 1 4-H Road, Stateline, Nevada. The 32-acre camp sits on the south shore of Lake Tahoe and is owned and operated by the University of Nevada, Reno. Youth build lifelong memories and friendships at the camp, as well as learn life, leadership and citizenship skills. The setting provides an unparalleled opportunity for outdoor environmental education and STEM-related, hands-on learning activities. There’s also plenty of time for 4-H campers to participate in and learn about healthy, physical activities, such as shooting sports, kayaking, swimming and more. The four overnight camps are:
Mineral County / Native American Reservations 4-H Camp July 8-11 For youth ages 9-13, with first priority given to youth from Mineral County and Nevada’s Native American reservations. Cost is $125 per camper For information, call 775-945-3444, ext. 1039 or email emms@unr.edu.
Central Nevada 4-H Camp July 18-24 For youth ages 9-13, from Churchill, Pershing, Lyon, Eureka, Elko and Humboldt Counties Cost is yet to be determined For information, call 775-423-5121 or email bogdanowiczk@unce.unr.edu
Health Rocks! 4-H Camp Partially funded by a 4-H Health Rocks! grant from National 4-H Council, this special program applies 4-H’s successful positive youth development model to the challenge of reducing tobacco, alcohol, e-cigarette/vaping and drug use. Health Rocks! instills in youth participants invaluable confidence and communication skills necessary to make responsible decisions and develop the internal strength to resist risky behaviors. July 5- 8 For youth ages 11-13, with first priority given to youth from Washoe, Churchill, Elko, White Pine and southern Nye Counties Cost is yet to be determined For information, call 775-784-4779 or email starkc@unr.edu
