4-H SUSTAINABLE LIVING
The 4-H Sustainable Living program provides a positive, uplifting environment for discovery, success and fun. Children are empowered to make positive contributions within their families, community, country an world as they lad the way in creating the environmental, social and economic success stories of the future.
2012 Summer Camp Opportunities |
Farm-tastic Summer Day Camp
Jump for Joy Farm in partnership with 4-H
(ages 6-12)
Camp is structured around sustainable agriculture and urban homesteading, farm ecology and environmental education, animal husbandry and equine programs, as well as traditional camp activities on a diverse 27-acre farm just 30 minutes from Portland.
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Eleven one-week sessions beginning June 18th
9-5 pm
transportation to and from the farm from a central Portland location is provided each day
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Forest and Farm 4-H Day Camp
North Portland/Forest Park
(ages 6-12)
Explore the ecosystems of Portland from farms and forests to fields and rivers in a fun, creative, and nurturing atmosphere. Campers develop skills in a variety of areas from fort building to cooking, gardening, botanical arts, sewing, theatre production, fishing and much more.
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two one-week sessions
(9-3 pm)
Cost: $120 for the week |
4-H Junior Wildlife Stewards Resident Camp
Oregon 4-H Center in Salem
(grades 3-6)
The camp is designed for youth who wish to explore wildlife and the wonders of nature in an outdoor setting.
Trained staff from OSU Extension 4-H will provide guidance in fishing, wildlife tracking, horse back riding, archery, nature crafts, bird watching, forestry, canoeing, evening campfire programs, and more. Campers will take on new responsibilities and learn new skills as members of the camp community.
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July 31-August 4th
Cost: $265 for 4-H members and youth from 4-H member schools before June 1st.
$290 for non-4H members before June 1st. |
The new Portland area 4-H program also trains adult volunteers who lead 4-H youth programs and projects.
The 4-H Club Experience: 4-H Green Clubs and Community Programs
Youth and their parents may now form 4-H clubs focusing on topics like preparing food from local gardens; exploring alternative solar, wind and wave energy; making and repairing clothing; taking care of 'back-yard' chickens; or owning and maintaining a bicycle and much more!
Sustainable Living Schools and Club Leader Training
The 4-H Sustainable Living Schools and Club Leader training is open to all teachers, 4-H leaders, parent volunteers, community partners and other adults interested in helping prepare youth of today for a sustainable future. Visit our trainings/workshops website for upcoming trainings.
Sustainable Living After-school Programs
Are you a teacher or parent interested in developing long-term sustainable living education at your school? Sustainability can be woven throughout the fabric of our lives. Some examples of subject areas include food and food production, health and fitness, natural resources, waste reduction, energy, art, technology and public service. Please contact us to explore ways 4-H staff can assist you.
Resources and Tools
Here are some tools and resources to help you get started working with youth to make positive contributions within their families and communities for a sustainable world.
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