{"id":24466,"date":"2025-07-18T11:22:24","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T18:22:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/kitsap\/?page_id=24466"},"modified":"2026-01-29T05:56:46","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T13:56:46","slug":"4-h-camp","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/extension.wsu.edu\/kitsap\/4-h-camp\/","title":{"rendered":"4-H Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When it comes to providing your child with a life-changing experience, there\u2019s nothing quite like 4-H summer camp. Camp provides the full benefits of a 4-H experience coupled with the fun and wonder of camping in the great outdoors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT<\/strong>: Kitsap 4-H Camp \u2013 Theme \u2013 4-H Camp Beneath the Stars Among the Myths<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHEN<\/strong>: July 26, 2026 (5PM) \u2013 July 30, 2026 (10AM)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHERE<\/strong>: Panhandle Lake 4-H Camp, Shelton, WA.  It is located on 30 acres of land surrounded by 490 acres of tree farm owned by Panhandle\/WSU\/etc. The setting is ideal for learning and playing in a \u201cwilderness\u201d atmosphere. Buildings include a large dining hall, restrooms with plenty of showers and toilets, and an outdoor covered craft area. Each week we use the lodge one night for a camper dance party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHO<\/strong>: Campers: Ages 8-16 (as of October 1, 2025). Prior 4-H membership is not required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

COST<\/strong>: $280 (Early bird pricing of $250 available if registered and<\/u><\/strong> $75 deposit received by March 26, 2026.) Limited scholarships are available if needed. Scholarship request form<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Register:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  1. Complete the Google Form \u201cKitsap 4-H Camp 2026 Registration for Campers.<\/a>\u201c<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Enroll in the camp event through 4honline.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Submit your $75 NON-REFUNDABLE camp deposit by cash or check (made payable to Kitsap 4-H Summer Camp) <\/strong>to the 4-H Office to hold your space within 2 weeks of completing the above registration (Google form.)  Cash or checks can be mailed or delivered to the Kitsap 4-H Office at, 345 6th Street, Suite 550, Bremerton WA 98337. Schedule an appointment if you would like to drop off paperwork and payment by emailing kitsap.county4h@wsu.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. You will receive a confirmation of registration\/enrollment from kitsap4hyouthcamp@gmail.com<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Final payments are due by July 9, 2026.  Cash or checks (made payable to Kitsap 4-H Summer Camp)<\/strong> can be mailed or delivered to the Kitsap 4-H Office at, 345 6th Street, Suite 550, Bremerton WA 98337. Schedule an appointment if you would like to drop off paperwork and payment by emailing kitsap.county4h@wsu.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Please note, spot is not<\/u><\/strong> guaranteed until paid in full.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Health certificate and behavior contract will be emailed to all registered campers to complete 30 days prior to camp.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    VOLUNTEER INFORMATION<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Adult Volunteers<\/strong>: Adult Volunteers are needed to fill a variety of positions. More information about the positions can be viewed on the Adult Volunteer Positions page.<\/a> We give our campers many wonderful experiences through the support of the team of amazing volunteers. Our days are long, but extremely rewarding. If this would be your first time volunteering or if it has been a number of years since you participated in camp, please fill our New Kitsap 4-H Camp Adult Volunteer Information<\/a>.\u00a0 If you are a returning volunteer, please email us at kitsap4hyouthcamp@gmail.com<\/a>. We will be in touch with you to discuss how you can be involved the upcoming camp.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n