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March 25, 2004

2004 Western 4-H Summer Camps

North Dakota’s Western 4-H Camp, located near the Lewis and Clark Trail alongside the picturesque Missouri River near Washburn, will host several youth camps this summer. Youth are invited to come and join the fun at camp this year.

“Camps are a valuable learning experience where kids and young adults learn how to work together, while having fun discovering new interests and abilities,” says Krista Littlefield, NDSU Extension agent in Mountrail County. “In addition to learning, having fun and building lifelong friendships are what camps are all about.”

Membership in 4-H is not required to attend any of the programs offered through Western 4-H Camp. Those interested in complete details concerning specific camps should contact their local county NDSU Extension Service office or log onto: www.western4hcamp.com

TRACTOR SAFETY CAMP
AGES 14 – 15
JUNE 6 - 8
This camp will teach the many aspects of farm safety from tractors and machinery to livestock handling and ATV safety.

LIVESTOCK CAMP
AGES 10 - 18
JUNE 6 - 9
Learn to groom and show livestock at this camp. Quality assurance, weed identification, halter making and much more will be offered at this camp.

LEWIS & CLARK ADVENTURE CAMP
AGES 8 – 12
JUNE 9 - 12
You will walk the same ground and canoe the waters that Lewis, Clark and Sakakawea did 200 years ago. Learn about GPS, making whistles, swimming and roping while meeting new friends.

HORSIN’ AROUND CAMP I
AGES 8 – 12
JUNE 13 -16
If you don’t have your own horse, but want to ride, this camp is for you. Enjoy trail rides, swimming, dances and overall horsin’ around at this camp.

G.O.L.F. CAMP
AGES 9 – 14
JUNE 17- 19
Golf, Outdoor games, Learning and Fun! Learn the basics of golfing (taught by a golf pro), canoe the Missouri, golf on a golf course, swim, hike, dance and experience the best days of your summer.

ODYSSEY WEST
ALL AGES
JUNE 27
No registration needed for this free family musical portrayal of the Lewis and Clark Expedition by the Odyssey West Company from Montana. Bring your family and lawn chairs and be ready for some fun.

ADVANCED OUTDOOR SKILLS CAMP
AGES 12 & UP
JUNE 28 - 30
Experienced youth will receive in-depth training in archery, shot gunning, black powder, tackle crafting, GPS, training hunting dogs, fishing and more at this fun camp.

HORSEMANSHIP CAMP
AGES 9 – 13
JULY 6 - 8
Beginning riders bring your horse to this camp and receive instruction on riding, hippology, grooming, horsemanship and horse show events. Swimming and dancing will top off the fun.

CLOVER CAMP
1st and 2nd Graders
JULY 9 - 10
Explore the outdoors with an adult while learning all about Lewis & Clark, birds, wildlife and the great outdoors. Come and see why the big kids are having so much fun at camp.

HORSIN’ AROUND AGAIN CAMP
AGES 8 - 12
JULY 14 -18
You won’t need to bring a horse to this camp to have fun with horses. Go on trail rides, a hayride, participate in a stick horse rodeo and much more.

BEGINNING OUTDOOR SKILLS CAMP
AGES 8 - 13
AUGUST 1 - 4
Youth who have little to no experience in archery, GPS, rod and reel fishing, fly fishing, shot gunning, outdoor photography, etc. are invited to take part in this camp.

SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY CAMP
AGES 9 - 12
AUGUST 4 - 6
Explore the fun of digital photography, GPS, computers, robotics, weather and hot air balloons, campfires and a host of other fun activities.

KIDS IN ACTION CAMP
AGES 8 - 12
AUGUST 4 - 6
Learn the basics of basketball, physical fitness and nutrition. Swim at Raging Rivers, make meals, practice yoga, plant seeds, enjoy campfires and many other activities.

TEEN NATURAL RESOURCES CAMP
AGES 12 -15
AUGUST 8 - 11
Learn about North Dakota’s natural resources. Wildlife, forestry, birds, soils, water, prairies, swimming and off-site tours are just some of the sources of fun scheduled at this camp.

FLY FISHING CAMP
AGES 10 - 18
SEPTEMBER 10 - 12
Youth will learn how to cast a fly rod and tie flies plus put their new skills to use at an area lake.

The Western 4-H Camp has a mature and experienced staff. Staff members are trained in areas such as nature, crafts, recreation, first aid, human development and working with youth. Extension staffs from the NDSU Extension Service, counselors and volunteer adults help supervise campers and coordinate activities. The Western 4-H Camp staff looks forward to serving you and helping your child have a fun filled summer. Come join the fun!

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Source: Krista Littlefield, (701) 628-2735, klittlef@ndsuext.nodak.edu
Editor: Rich Mattern, (701) 231-6136, richard.mattern@ndsu.nodak.edu


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