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 4 and 5 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.

60 campers and 16 high school counselors had a variety of activities, including canoeing, fishing, swimming, waterslide, yoga, minute to win it, hydro-dipping craft, making paracord bracelets, archery, painting kindness rocks, dancing and more. Special guest presenters Bows & Bullets 4-H Club, Tony Whitacre 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.”

“The learning, bonding, growing and fun that happens at 4-H Jr Camp is special,” said Washington County 4-H/Youth Coordinator. “As staff, I love getting to spend time with these 4-Hers to see them in action and making new friends. They are brave to try new things and conquer fears. 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.