Nevada has been involved in 4-H camping since the first 4-H camp took place on the University of Nevada, Reno campus in 1930. For about 79 years in Nevada, 4-H camping has been a proven and effective method of reaching, teaching, and involving youth in leadership skills development. Each year, more than 500 youth participate in 4-H camping programs at Lake Tahoe Nevada 4-H Camp. Other 4-H camping programs take place across the state.
Both residential and day 4-H camping programs have a rich history of providing educational programming to thousands of youth annually through hands-on, experiential learning. Every camp offers great adventure, friendship, and fun, and all seek to develop the camper's Head, Heart, Hands, and Health to make him or her a better person. The leadership skills that are given major emphasis in Nevada's 4-H camping program include:
- Understanding self and character-building skills
- Communicating and relating to others
- Problem-solving and decision making
- Managing resources
- Working with others
- Environmental stewardship
4-H camping is cooperative group living that focuses on the individual's social, spiritual, mental, and physical development for both boys and girls. Since 4-H camping is educationally focused, it is recognized as a method by which to deliver 4-H programming. Scholarships and financial support are available to attend camp.
Contact Sam Mitchell to learn more at 775-784-4848 or SamM@unr.edu
These camps involve trained professional staff, as well as highly skilled adult and teen volunteers in working with and supervising all campers.
