Objectives of North Carolina 4-H Camps

Probably no other activity of the 4-H program provides a better chance to meet the 4-H goals than the 4-H Camping program which aims to help youth:

• Learn that learning can be fun.
• Improve communication skills.
• Acknowledge their abilities and limitations and develop skills and options for growth.
• Learn about various sciences and develop scientific skills.
• Gain an understanding and appreciation of different cultures and the value of diversity in a global society.
• Learn about the natural environment and improve stewardship skills.
• Improve their physical skills and fitness.
• Learn a process for solving problems and working cooperatively in groups.
• Learn skills to set goals and make decisions individually.
• Learn to identify and manage resources.
• Experience a variety of life-ling recreational activities.
• Learn and practice ethical behavior.
• Explore spiritual values.

Last updated Oct 15,2004

July 6, 2008