Summer Day Camps & Field Trips- Leon County
2024 Dates will be announced April/May, 2024.
Fishing Camp – Tuesday, July 9, 2024 from 9:00am-12:00pm at Fort Boggy State Park
-Come learn how to identify fish and their habitat, safety, casting and knot-tying
-Open to kids in grades 3-12
-RSVP by: July 2, 2024 at 903-536-2531
Vet Science Intro Camp – Thursday, July 13, 2023 from 2:00-4:00pm at Buffalo Animal Hospital
-Discover the fascinating world of vet medicine in a working clinic
-Open to kids going into grades 3-12
– Deadline: July 10th
Adv. Vet Science Camp – Thursday, July 13, 2023 from 9:00-11:00am at Buffalo Animal Hospital
-Get a deeper look into vet medicine with some hands-on exploration
-Open to kids going into grades 6-12
– Deadline: July 10th
Angel Gown Sewing Project with Evelynn Landry – Monday, July 17, 2023 from 10:00am-3:00pm- Leon County Extension Office, Centerville
-Help Make Angel Gowns. All sewing levels welcomed! Jobs can include: ironing, cutting, matching fabrics, sewing, etc…
-Open to kids going into grades 3-12 and Lunch will be provided for FREE!
– Deadline: July 13th at 903-536-2531
BBQ Grilling Camp – Wednesday, July 19, 2023 from 2:00-5:00pm at Methodist Church, Buffalo (Behind Davis Country Store)
-Learn about running a restaurant, how to grill your own meal, & about nutrition & safety of grilling.
-Open to kids going into grades 3-12
– Deadline: July 14th
Do It Yourself Projects/Crafts Camp – Wednesday, July 26, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm- Methodist Church, Buffalo
-Painting, Crafting, Building Projects, & So Much More
-Open to kids going into K-8th
-Deadline-July 19th
Mindful SELF Retreat – Thursday, July 27, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm (noon) in Freestone County (Teague or Fairfield)- TBA to # of Participants)
– Self Awareness, Self– Management, Responsible Decision Making, Relationship Skills, & Social Awareness.
– Open to kids going into grades 7-12th, limited to 20 kids
– Deadline to sign up is July 25th!
Fashion & Interior Design Field Trip (TX)- TBA
- Thrift Store, Retail Store, Duds to Dazzle/Sewing basics
- Open to 4-H Members
- Deadline-TBA
FCH Field Trip (Food or Fashion)- TBA
- TAMU Rosenthal Meat Science, Grocery Store, & Food Challenge
- Open to 4-H Members
- Deadline- TBA
CPR Training – TBA
-First Aid & CPR Training!
-Open to kids going into grades 6-12 and adults
– Deadline: TBA at 903-536-2531
Sewing Basics 2 Day Camp – TBA
-Hand Sewing & Machine Sewing! Learn about sewing machine parts! Complete a project such as a pillow case, etc…
-Open to kids going into grades 3-12
– Deadline: TBA at 903-536-2531
Arts & Crafts Camp by TEEA Ladies- Wednesday, June 14, 2023 from 9:00am-12:00pm- First Baptist Church, Centerville
-Get the creative juices flowing as you create a various craft and art projects.
-Open to kids going into grades 1-6
– RSVP by: June 8, 2023 at 903-536-2531
Science Camp with Mrs. Cox – Wednesday, July 5, 2023 from Time TBA at Centerville FUMC or School
– Get your lab goggles ready and discover science, robotics, and have some fun.
– Open to kids going into grades 3-12th
– Deadline: June 29th
Food Science Camp – Monday, July 10, 2023 from Time TBA in Leon County
-Explore food, health, nutrition, and how science plays a role in our food!
-Open to kids going into grades 3-12
– Deadline: July 6th at 903-536-2531
REGISTER BY CALLING Leon County Ext. Office at 903-536-2531
D8 4-H Surge (Leadership Camp)
Save The Date: June 24-28, 2024
- (Ms. Cassie will be going up on June 20th with D8 4-H Council so Mr. Parrish or Mr. McBride will drive kids on 6/21)
Registration DUE: MID MAY at https://v2.4honline.com/
Updates Visit D8 4-H Page: https://agrilife.org/d84h/events-and-activities/leadership-lab/
REMINDER THIS YEAR!! The completed, signed forms will need to be scanned as a pdf and uploaded to 4-H Online during the registration process. Please note: The forms require a copy of the participant’s insurance card.
Location: Camp Buckner near Burnet, TX
Registration: Opens May _, 2024 on 4-H Online (Must upload release form on 4-H Online & pay). Payment will NOT be charged until end of registration FYI. Ms. Cassie Ferguson will DOUBLE CHECK all registration on 4-H Online. She will make sure ALL forms, etc… are filled out correctly!
Cost: _______ per 4-H member and _______ per Adult Volunteer (Reminder, some 4-H Clubs such as Buffalo, Oakwood, & Leon offer 4-H Camp Reimbursements) This includes insurance, lodging, meals, and snacks beginning with supper on Tuesday and ending with breakfast on Friday.
Who Can Attend: All District 8 4-H Council officers plus representatives from each county. All participants must have completed the 8th grade to attend SURGE.
Objective:
To prepare teen leaders from the 21 counties in District 8 for leadership roles. These roles might be at the county level, or county committees, or their clubs. The hope is that participants will take information back from SURGE and share it with members back in their counties. SURGE is set up to be enjoyable and fun, but there is work too. Many workshops are set up that will require concentration and serious participation. Speeches are delivered for officer elections. 4-H members in grades 8-12 (of the current 4-H year) are eligible to attend. We work and we play. Play time is set up with activities that build teamwork skills and camaraderie in the district.
Travel/Chaperones:
The Leon County Extension Office will provide travel to and from this camp. Leon County Extension Office Staff will serve as chaperones. Depending on the number of youth participating, Parents may be asked to chaperone as well!
QUESTIONS: Email Ms. Cassie at cassie.ferguson@ag.tamu.edu
SOUTHEAST DISTRICT 8 4-H COUNTY CAMP!
SAVE THE DATE for 2024 Camp!- July 5-7, 2024
Registration Forms & Money: Turn in to Leon County Extension Office between May 1-May 24, 2024
Turn in Via: MAIL (Email/Call us that you are mailing), Turn in hard copy to our office, or submit online via link:
Location: Lakeview Methodist Conference Center near Elkhart & Palestine, TX
Description:4-H members who have completed at least the 3rd grade through 8th grade participate as campers. 4-H members who are 9th to 12th graders serve as teen leaders. This camp is organized and ran by D8 4-H county extension agents, D8 council officers, and the teen leaders. The kids have a lot of fun learning about various 4-H projects, playing games, dancing each night, and the MESSY games on Saturday! Great event for younger 4-Hers to meet their fellow 4-Hers from around the district.
Registration: Entry forms & Money are due to Extension Office by May 24, 2024
Campers:
(Money, entry form, and release form for campers and adult chaperones are due to Extension office by May 24, 2023)
Entry Form (word version):
Entry Form (pdf version):
Adult Chaperones:
(Money, entry form, and release form for campers and adult chaperones are due to Extension office by May 24, 2023)
Entry Form (word version):
Entry Form (pdf version):
Teen Leaders (10th Graders+):
Must have completed the 10th grade to apply. Application, Entry Form (w/money), and Teen Leader App are due by May 24, 2023 to Extension Office.
Teen Leader Application & Entry Form (word version):
Teem Leader Application & Entry Form (pdf version):
Travel/Chaperones:
Parents will need to provide transportation for their youth to camp. Travelling back to Leon County may depend on the chaperones schedule. The Leon County Extension Office will serve as some of the chaperones!
QUESTIONS: Email Ms. Cassie at cassie.ferguson@ag.tamu.edu
Texas 4-H Conference Center Camps- Brownwood, TX
Seaworld camp Register Today: https://campscui.active.com/orgs/Texas4HConferenceCenter?season=3434937&session=62560538
!!!!!!!!NEW CAMP ALERT: MARINE BIOLOGY CAMP!!!!!!
Texas 4-H Center is excited to announce that we are partnering with SeaWorld- San Antonio this summer. We will be having a 5-day 4-night camp on the SeaWorld Campus. We invite campers to explore different perspectives and their own personal limitations through unique experiences as they broaden their knowledge of ecology. We strive to inspire a passion and joy for the natural world through experiential learning, human and animal interactions, and self-discovery. Ultimately, we hope that campers will create connections that foster personal growth, stewardship, and an awareness of how their actions can play a part in protecting the world’s oceans. This is an awesome opportunity to get your feet wet with marine biology!
The Texas 4-H Conference Center offers a variety of summer opportunities geared towards all ages and interests of youth. General camps, topic focused camps, and more! There truly is something for everyone!
https://texas4hcenter.tamu.edu/services/youth-camps-and-retreats/
Other Youth Camp Opportunities:
Texas Brigades Camps:
Texas Brigades summer camps offer hands-on activities and curriculum to immerse participants in sciences such as ecology, biology, botany, agronomy, and more. Participants are learning from field and collegiate professionals who offer insight on ag-related career opportunities and businesses, while learning how they can steward natural resources and advance natural resource conservation.
Application Newsflash_What To Expect
Application Newsflash_Adult Leader Volunteers
Please share with any students within the 13-17 age range who show a passion for sciences, the outdoors, natural resources, wildlife, livestock, fishing, and even recreation. Applications made by the March 15th deadline are more likely to attend their preferred camp and they fill up fast.
Adults/Teachers can apply too! If you have 5 days to spare this summer consider applying for camp. You’ll learn and experience camp as a participant, leading & encouraging your team of adolescents throughout the week. Meaningful volunteer benefits include camp committee involvement, impactful relationships, outdoor passion re-ignition, professional development and networking, and youth hunting/fishing mentorships.
Please direct potential applicants to the Texas Brigades website (https://www.texasbrigades.org/applications/) or direct questions to camps@texasbrigades.org.
4-H Summer Camp & Retreat Intern Program
Application Information:
- MUST be 21 years of age as of May 1, 2023 to be eligible for this program and to chaperone TX 4-H events.
- Do NOT have to be a 4-H Alumni to apply.
- MUST be attending or graduated within a year from a college, university, or technical school.
- MUST be willing to enroll as a volunteer through TX 4-H & follow all volunteer guidelines, if selected.
- MUST be willing to chaperone 4-H members overnight to the activities selected above.
- MUST be willing to lead activities while serving as an intern.
Applications are below and DUE by May 1, 2023 via Google Form or email to cassie.ferguson@ag.tamu.edu:
Leon County 4-H Summer Camp/Retreat Intern Application- Google Form
4-H Leon County 4-H Summer Camp Retreat Intern Application Due 5-1-23
4-H Leon County 4-H Summer Camp Retreat Intern Application Due 5-1-23
4-H Camp/Retreat Information:
Leon County 4-H is looking for young adults to help chaperone and serve as interns during various Leon County 4-H camps and retreats. Leon County 4-H intern’s Camp costs, food, & lodging will be paid for while attending the various summer activities. 4-H interns may be asked to lead an activity or help create activities or ice breakers during their time as an intern.
4-H Camp/Retreat Dates:
TX 4-H Roundup: June 5-8, 2023 at Texas A&M University Lodging- Air BnB House
D8 4-H SURGE: June 20-22, 2023 at Camp Buckner Lodging- Cabin Style/Bunk Beds
D8 4-H County Camp: July 7-9, 2023 at Lakeview Lodging- Cabin Style/Bunk Beds
4-H Council Leadership Retreat: July 20-21, 2023 at Blanco State Park (1 Night) Lodging- Screened Shelter with cot or sleeping bag
More information on camps: https://leon.agrilife.org/4-h/4-h-camps/
