State Marine Camp
July 21 - 25, 2008
Are you interested in learning about marine life, going fishing, or exploring the underwater world with a mask and snorkel? If so, this is the camp for you!
Separated from the Destin beaches by the Choctawatchee Bay, Camp Timpoochee 4-H Center, (located in Niceville, Florida) allows campers first hand experience with Florida’s marine environment from above and below the waterline. Timpoochee’s marine lab is equipped with large aquariums supporting life from both fresh and saltwater habitats.
Sportfishing sessions will help youth learn about local fish and how to catch them. This week is full of learning and other fun activities such as snorkeling, swimming, recreational games, campfires, camp dance, evening activities and more. Marine education activities will be lead by specialists with the University of Florida’s Sea Grant Program and State 4-H Staff, making this week an exciting Outdoor Ed-Venture.
A daily snack from the canteen and a summer camp t-shirt are included in the camp fees, along with three nutritious meals per day prepared on site by our certified food safety staff. All cabins are air-conditioned.Registration deadline is 07/07/06.
Campers must be between the ages of 8-13. If a youth is interested in being a Counselor in Training (ages 14-15) or a Counselor (ages 16-18), please contact Karen Blyler at the State 4-H Office, phone number (352) 846-0996, for more details.
Registration deadline is 07/01/08
Cost of Camp
If balance is paid by 07/01/08:
- 4-H Member - $210.00/week
- Non 4-H Member - $220.00/week
If balance is paid between 7/02 - 7/21/08:
- 4-H and Non 4-H Members - $240.00/week
