Summer Camp 2023: Around the World!
4-H Summer Camp
Looking for some adventure blended with a traditional camping experience? Campers spend the week enjoying a myriad of activities, including swimming, hiking, arts, music, cooking, and making new friends! Awaken to birds singing and fall asleep to the stars (or exhaustion). Bring your positive energy and your sense of adventure!
2023 Camp Information
DATES: July 8-13, 2023
COST: $225
REGISTRATION: Opens on May 15 for campers 8 years old (must have turned 8 on/before October 1) through 8th grade (14 years old), who are enrolled 4-H members. Please register online at https://v2.4honline.com/ and bring your payment to the WSU Extension office to reserve your spot.
Spot is not guaranteed until paid in full. Youth who are not yet 4-H members may enroll to come to summer camp. Please note; you will not be able to register for camp until your 4-H member enrollment is approved and $25 WA State enrollment fee is received. Please enroll early to reserve your spot as the $25 enrollment fee is non-refundable should camp become full.
Camp Information & Details
Important camp details & packing list for registered campers – updated for 2023!
Additional Resources & Forms
Visit https://v2.4honline.com/ to complete the 4-H enrollment process each year and add the “2023 Summer Camp – GH & Mason Counties” Event in 4-H Online. A video guide to event registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28py3W0ltvo
Panhandle Lake 4-H Camp
Campers have been enjoying the beauty of Panhandle Lake 4-H Camp for over 60 years! This outdoor paradise includes forest, wetlands, and facilities to accommodate camping programs, retreats, and natural resource education. A lodge, dining hall, dormitories, Yurt, equestrian facilities, and Adirondack style cabins make Panhandle an ideal location for recreation and education. To learn more about Panhandle Lake Camp click here.
Required Steps for Youth Staff
*** Teens, 9th grade and older, complete 16-32 hours of training and, if chosen, are youth staff for the week.
Step 1: Review and complete the steps outlined in the Youth Staff Application Process
Step 2: Visit https://v2.4honline.com/ to complete the 4-H enrollment process each year and add the “4-H Camp Counselor Training Series” Event in 4-H Online. More info available at http://extension.wsu.edu/graysharbor/4-h/forms/ A video guide to event registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28py3W0ltvo
Step 3: Visit facebook.com/graysharbor4h for Event Dates
Required Forms for Adult Volunteer Chaperones
Step 1: Review and complete the steps outlined in the Chaperone & Camp Adult Application Process
Step 2: Visit https://v2.4honline.com/ to complete the 4-H enrollment process each year and add the “4-H Camp Counselor Training Series” Event in 4-H Online. More info available at http://extension.wsu.edu/graysharbor/4-h/forms/ A video guide to event registration is available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28py3W0ltvo
Step 3: Attend staff training and informational meetings via Zoom with the 4-H Volunteer Camp Director to meet the statewide training requirements.
WA 4-H Resident Camp Standards
WA 4-H Resident Camp Standards