4-H Pioneer Camp is a rustic 4-H camping experience where youth spend 4 days and three nights in nature creek stomping, axe throwing, campfire cooking, and having outdoor adventures.
Who can attend? 7th-9th Grades; 10th-112th graders can apply to be a volunteer: Teen Volunteer Application
Who runs the camp? Level III 4-H Volunteers and 4-H Extension Agents
When is it? July 2nd-5th, 2024
Where is it? Camp Woodlee, 273 Clendenon Lane, McMinnville, TN 37110
How much does it cost? $185
What does it include? Pioneer Camp is a rustic, I mean RUSTIC, camping experience. It will teach your kids they can survive and thrive without technology or “special” effects. So many say today’s kids don’t get outside enough, that is not the case at this camp. If you want a kid that knows how to cook on a campfire, throw an axe, stomp a creek, and have a good time…this camp is for them!
What does it not include? Transportation is not included. Agent can let you know other youth attending to help you carpool. However, from experience, we recommend a family member drop off. There is no need for a phone, plug, or anything that requires electricity: there is none at camp. You will even have to print directions before you leave!
When are things due?
Payment and Registration Forms: May 20th or until camp is full.
There are 20 male camper spots and 20 female camper spot.
Health Forms: May 20th
How can I pay for it? You can pay cash or check to the UT/TSU Extension Overton Office. There are no scholarships designated for this camp. However, members can earn their way by volunteering at Paper Clover Week or by utilizing our donation “Calendar”. Our donation “calendars” help youth visualize how much money they need to attend specific events and encourage family members, friends, and neighbors to help them reach their goals. They can also pick up a fundraiser packet at the office.
What paperwork will I have to fill out?
- F600-A – Activity and Event Acceptance Form (PDF)- Allows us to give medicine, first aid, take pictures, and send them for emergency care.
- F834 – Event and Activity Misconduct Management Guidelines– Tells you the general policy and prodcedures for bad behavio
- F600-M – Parental Consent Form for Self-Administration of Medication– If you have a child on medications, we collect all medications and dispence them at the first aid station. We cannot accept medication outside their original container, expired, or if it does not match their paperwork. One 600-M must be filled out for each medication. When you arrive to the event, you will turn this form in, with the medication, inside a gallon zip lock bag.
- F600-R – Member Release Form– This form is if you have to pick up and/or return a child early from a 4-H event.
- Registration Form- Please bring in the below brochure to register.
- Adults: F600-B – Health History for Volunteer or Paid Staff Members (PDF)- If you are an adult and have been accepted as a volunteer, this is the form you will turn in.
Is there anything else I will need? A packing list will be sent two weeks before camp.