Summer Camps

Looking to send your child to camp this summer?

We are pleased to be hosting several 4-H camps this summer! Camp Virgil Tate and West Virginia University are continuing to follow all applicable health guidelines to keep our kids safe.

Please reach out to the contacts listed below to find summer 4-H opportunities for your camper.

Kanawha County 4-H

Contact: Jocelyn Crawford

Email: Jocelyn.Crawford@mail.wvu.edu

Phone: 304-720-9889

Website: https://extension.wvu.edu/kanawha/4h

Information:

Join us for a week of learning, fun, and fairy tales as we travel “Ogre the Hills and Far Far Away”! Each day, campers will participate in classes, assemblies, games, and team building activities all focusing on the 4-H teachings of Head, Heart, Hands, and Health. Activities will include STEM, cooking, arts and crafts, outdoor sports and much more! Make new friends and learn new skills all in one fun-filled week! This is a residential (overnight) camp.

Campers with active ZSuite enrollments can log into their account at 4h.zsuite.org and search for “Kanawha Co. 4-H Camp 2023” to sign up.

Ages: 9-21

When: June 3-7, 2024

Location: Camp Virgil Tate (1400 Camp Virgil Tate Rd., Charleston, WV 25312)

Price: $200

Location: Camp Virgil Tate (1400 Camp Virgil Tate Rd., Charleston, WV 25312)

Payment: Credit/ debit cards will be accepted online. A small convenience fee will be applied for online payments. If you request to pay online, you will receive an invoice with a link to pay after you complete registration.

Checks and cash will be accepted in-person during camp registration on June 5th. Please make checks payable to the Kanawha County 4-H Leaders Association.

Financial Assistance: Financial assistance is available to help cover the cost of camp. Campers who need financial assistance must complete the Free/ Reduced-Price Meals application. Even if your family does not qualify for free/ reduced lunch, you can still receive financial assistance. Decisions about financial assistance will be made starting in mid-April.

Free/ Reduced-Price Meals Application: Campers who indicate that they are eligible for free/ reduced-price meals must complete the WVDE application to receive a discount on the price of camp. The application can be downloaded, filled out, and uploaded before completing registration, or the form can be mailed, completed, and mailed back to the Extension office before the start of camp. Please make sure all information entered into the application is correct. Providing incorrect or incomplete information could mean missing out on additional financial assistance for your camper.

Registration Confirmation: You will receive an email with a welcome letter within a week of registering to confirm your campers’ spot. All communication about this event will be done through email, including confirmation of your registration and additional info, so be sure to provide an email address that you check often!

Preparing for Camp: Check out the sample camp schedule and camp FAQs (frequently asked questions) to get an idea of what to expect at camp. We also recommend taking time to look at the discussion prompts for first-time campers and parents/ caretakers to help campers prepare for camp. These documents are attached at the bottom of the ZSuite camp registration page.

Campers ages 18 to 21: You MUST be background checked and complete 2 pieces of online training before attending camp! Please get in touch with Jocelyn, the 4-H agent to start the process.

TO REGISTER:

If you already have a ZSuite account, log in to your ZSuite at 4h.zsuite.org and search for “Kanawha Co. 4-H Camp 2023” to sign up. account to register.

If you do NOT have a ZSuite account, click the buttons below to register.

Campers ages 9-17

Campers ages 18-21


Like Kanawha County 4-H on Facebook to stay up to date on camp announcements and other summer opportunities.

Putnam County 4-H

Contact: Raechel Neal

Email: Raechel.Neal@mail.wvu.edu

Phone: 304-586-0217

Website: https://extension.wvu.edu/putnam/4h

Camp registration will be available in April. Like Putnam County 4-H on Facebook to stay up to date on camp registration and activities throughout the year!

Logan County 4-H

Contact: Tiffany Robinson

Email: Tiffany.Robinson1@mail.wvu.edu

Phone: 304-792-8690

Website: https://extension.wvu.edu/logan/4h

Camping information coming soon! Contact Tiffany or the Logan County Extension Office for more information.

Southern District 4-H Horse Camp

Contact: Jocelyn Crawford

Email: Jocelyn.Crawford@mail.wvu.edu

Phone: 304-720-9889

Website: http://sites.wv4h.com/sdhc/

Information:

This camp is for campers 9 to 21 years of age. In order to attend 4-H Horse Camp, each camper is required to bring a horse to camp. Southern District 4-H Horse Camp aims to provide children an environment in which to develop skills in a specific riding discipline. Emphasis is placed on educating participants in horsemanship/equitation and showmanship techniques.

The total camp cost is $350.00 (does not include camp shirt, camp pictures, crafts, or refundable stall fee).

Campers are required to pay a $175.00 pre-registration fee upon submitting application. Final balance will be due upon arrival at camp. Make checks payable to: Southern District 4-H Horse Camp and mail to the Kanawha County WVU Extension office at:

Southern District Horse Camp 

c/o Kanawha County WVU Extension Service

900 Virginia St E

3rd Floor

Charleston, WV, 25301

A $25.00 late fee will be charged on applications received after Monday, May 22. This fee will be waived for first year campers.

Campers ages 18 to 21 by June 19th: You MUST be background checked and complete 2 pieces of online training before attending camp! Please get in touch with Jocelyn, the 4-H agent to start the process.

To Register:

Campers ages 9-17

Campers ages 18-21

Like SD4HC on Facebook to stay up to date on Horse Camp news and horse-related events.