4-H Members

4-Hers at camp

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.

  • University of Illinois 4-H Memorial Camp
    499 Old Timber Road, Monticello, IL 61856
    Phone (217) 762-2741 Fax (217) 762-8613
  • Camp Shaw-waw-nas-see
    Northern Illinois 4-H Camp Association
    6641 N 6000 W Rd., Manteno, IL 60950
    Phone (815) 933-3011 Fax (815) 933-3028
  • North-Western Multi-County Camping Program
    Northwest Regional Office, 4550 Kennedy Drive, Suite 1, East Moline, IL 61244
    Phone (309) 792-8151 Fax (309) 792-4627
  • Southern Illinois 4-H Camp Association
    Southern Regional Office, 4202 Williamson Place, Suite 2, Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
    Phone (618) 242-9474 Fax (618) 242-9386

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.

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