Illinois 4-H
4-H Members
Camping
Camping has long been a part of 4-H. Make new friends and have a summer "get away" at one of the 4-H camps. Contact any of these camps for details of programs offered.
- 4-H University of Illinois Memorial Camp
Monticello, IL - Camp Shaw-waw-nas-see
Northern Illinois 4-H Camp Association
Manteno, IL - North-Western Multi-County Camping Program
Quad Cities Extension Center, East Moline, IL
309/792-2500 - Southern Illinois 4-H Camp Association
Mt. Vernon Extension Center, Mt. Vernon, IL
618/242-9310
Campers can:
- Choose from many activities offered each day.
- Make lots of new friends.
- Participate in your choice of learning projects. (model rocketry, conservation, cooking, guitar, electricity, etc.)
- Enjoy great meals and snacks.
- Learn about animals, wildlife, and the outdoors.
- Make a variety of arts and crafts projects.
- Participate in evening programs including campfies, camp-outs, skits, and a dance.
- Have fun!
Parents can expect their children to:
- Have a safe and happy camp experience.
- Learn new skills and gain independence.
- Be carefully supervised by professional camp staff.
- Receive quality routine and emergency health care.
- Develop an appreciation for people and the environment.
