Regional 4-H Camp a success

4-H junior members filled two days and one night with outdoor adventures, fun in the sun and team building activities on June 6 and seven at Crooked Creek Christian Camp in Washington. ISU Extension and Outreach team Region 19 (Iowa, Johnson, Keokuk and Washington Counties) work together to offer this camping experience annually to their 4th—6th grade members.

Campers had a variety of activities, including canoeing, fishing, swimming, waterslide, mindfulness exercises, grilled cheese food challenge, archery, tie-dye, and more. Special guest presenters Bows & Bullets 4-H Club, Tanner Wenger for Taekwondo and extension staff from Washington, Johnson, Keokuk and Iowa county delivered the other programs.

4-H junior members enjoyed meeting other 4-Her’s from neighboring counties and spending time together. The “magic” of camp was in full effect. One camper even said they couldn’t pick a favorite moment, “Every minute was my favorite.”

Region 19 4-H staff was excited to offer this overnight opportunity again as they took a few years off due to COVID.

“The learning, bonding, growing and fun that happens at 4-H Jr Camp is special,” said Washington County 4-H/Youth Coordinator Amy Green. “As staff, I love getting to spend time with these 4-Hers to see them in action and try new things. And then watching them grow for the next 7-9 years in our program is so rewarding.”

For more information about joining 4-H, summer camp opportunities or how to volunteer for Washington County 4-H, please contact the Washington County Extension Office at 319-653-4811. Follow “Washington County 4-H — Iowa” on Facebook.

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