4-H Camps: Information for Parents

As a parent, you can...

...Expect your child to have a safe and happy camp experience. Thoroughly modern facilities include many safety features such as smoke alarms in each sleeping room and fire retardant mattresses.  The kitchen and dinning hall pass all Health Department inspections with excellent marks and serves appetizing and nutritious meals to your camper.  No one can guarantee that your child will not get hurt, but we do all we can to minimize the risks at the 4-H center.

While swimming, there will be a qualified lifeguard and two adult chaperones for each 50 campers in the swimming area.

A first aid station is located on the grounds. Medications for allergies or other illnesses are kept in a safe location and monitored by the camp nurse. Arrangements have been made with local hospitals for emergency care.  It is the responsibility of the parents to notify 4-H agents of any medical conditions which apply to their child.

Professional and summer staff receive training in safety procedures and program areas. 

You are encouraged to write your child at camp. Address your letter to:

• Name of Camper
  c/o Name of Camp
  Address
  City, FL  ZIP

Florida 4-H Camp Addresses

Camp Cherry Lake 3861 NE Cherry Lake Cr Madison, FL 32340	Camp Cloverleaf 126 Cloverleaf Rd Lake Placid, FL 33852
Camp Ocala 18533 NFS 535 Altoona, FL 32702	Camp Timpoochee 4750 Timpoochee Ln Niceville, FL 32578

Please do not call your child at camp or instruct her/him to call you.  If an emergency arises, you may reach your county Extension agent through the camp office.

Help your child pack for camp, but let her/him help also.  They like to decide what they need, and they have to pack to come home.  They need to know what is theirs and how to fit it into their bag.

Your camper will be expected to attend activities as scheduled.  There is a variety of classes that offer flexibility and choice of activities.

What to Bring

• Sheets and blanket, or sleeping bag
• Pillow (if desired)
• pajamas (or clothing to sleep in)
• Toothbrush and toothpaste
• Brush and comb
• Soap
• Shampoo
• Towels and washcloth
• Swimsuit
• Sweater or jacket
• Tennis shoes or sneakers
• Flip flops to go to the waterfront
• Several changes of play clothing
• Under garments
• Postcards and stamps (if you would like them to write to someone)
• Sunscreen lotion
• Flashlight
• Camera
• Insect repellent

Clearly label all belongings!

What NOT to Bring

• Electronic games
• Radios or CD/tape players
• Chewing gum
• Food
• Fireworks
• Alcohol or tobacco products
• Guns, knives (including pocket knives) or any other items that could cause harm to another camper

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