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Anoka County 4-H summer camp one-night overnight
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Add to Calendar2024-06-25 09:00:002024-06-26 17:00:00Anoka County 4-H summer camp one-night overnightJoin us for an exciting camp season of games, campfires, camp hikes, beach time and more! Since 1945, 4-H Camp Salie has been a wonderful part of the 4-H experience for 4-H members. Make your own memories this summer!4-H Camp Salie is located in Wyoming and is run by an experienced staff, including trained, enthusiastic 4-H teen volunteers. 4-H camp lets kids try new things, build new skills and express themselves through fun hands-on activities. Campers will enjoy action-packed days filled with a variety of crafts, skits, songs and games with the great 4-H camp counselors who will be with them for every exciting moment.Campers will also experience exciting outdoor activities such as evening campfires, swimming at Island Lake or hikes on the boardwalk to try and catch a glimpse of Camp Salie wildlife. This one-night overnight camping opportunity is perfect for the first-time camper or youth who can’t get enough Camp Salie fun.When: Tuesday, June 25, 9 a.m. - Wednesday, June 26, 5 p.m.
4-H Camp Salie
4-H Camp Salie
4-H Camp Salie
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Anna Gilbertson, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development annag@umn.edu, 763-324-3497
Kim Ferguson, Administrative Services Assistant fergu029@umn.edu, 763-324-3499
Natalie Peterson, Principal Office & Administrative Specialist pet01577@umn.edu, 763-324-3496
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Join us for an exciting camp season of games, campfires, camp hikes, beach time and more! Since 1945, 4-H Camp Salie has been a wonderful part of the 4-H experience for 4-H members. Make your own memories this summer!
4-H Camp Salie is located in Wyoming and is run by an experienced staff, including trained, enthusiastic 4-H teen volunteers. 4-H camp lets kids try new things, build new skills and express themselves through fun hands-on activities. Campers will enjoy action-packed days filled with a variety of crafts, skits, songs and games with the great 4-H camp counselors who will be with them for every exciting moment.
Campers will also experience exciting outdoor activities such as evening campfires, swimming at Island Lake or hikes on the boardwalk to try and catch a glimpse of Camp Salie wildlife.
This one-night overnight camping opportunity is perfect for the first-time camper or youth who can’t get enough Camp Salie fun.
When: Tuesday, June 25, 9 a.m. - Wednesday, June 26, 5 p.m.
Audience
Youth who will complete grades 1-6 in the spring of 2024.
Cost
Early bird rate and guarantee a t-shirt - $50 (must register and pay by May 22) Regular rate - $60 (registration will be open until camp is full)
Mail checks payable to "Anoka County 4-H" to: Anoka County 4-H 550 Bunker Lake Blvd NW Andover, MN 55304
You are also welcome to pay by credit card. You can pay for all youth on one transaction.
Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Scholarships are available. If you need to drop off your payment, our office building is open Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If our office is not staffed, there is a secure drop box next to our office door.
Registration
Registration is open and will be completed through your 4-H Online account. You must register and pay by May 22 to guarantee a t-shirt; registration will stay open until camp is full.
If you have a family account in 4-H Online, log in and then click on "Events" on the left side of the screen; the event is "Anoka County 4-H Summer Camps." Then select the member's name. On the next screen, click “Start registration."
If you are new to 4-H, you'll need to set up an account. Creating an account does not require a commitment to future participation. Select "In Person Camp/Event - Anoka County" for the club and "Explore 4-H" and any other projects of interest for projects. Once your account is approved, view the 4-H Online event registration guide for help in registering for the event.
Contact Kim Ferguson at fergu029@umn.edu or call 763-324-3495 for assistance.
The camp is staffed by a very qualified and experienced team. Counselors are enthusiastic, talented and caring 4-H youth leaders. They are selected based on their experience, ability to serve as role models and genuine desire to work with children. They attend extensive training each year that includes leading songs and activities, first aid, safety and emergency procedures, team building, how to deal with homesickness, age level characteristics and more. A licensed lifeguard is on duty during any lake activity. For overnight camps, security personnel are on the premises during the night.
Camp is located in Linwood Township and is accessible from major highways. Transportation is the responsibility of the camper’s family. Facilities consist of a combination dining-recreation hall with kitchen and fireplace, four cabins, one staff cabin, and a restroom/shower facility.
Main Hall - Great indoor dining, fireplace, game area and kitchen.
Cabins - Each cabin has 12 beds, electric heat.
Camp Fire - Fire ring for roasting marshmallows and sing-alongs.
Hiking Trails - Beautiful boardwalk through wetlands and mature forests connects to other trails through the park.
Other Anoka County 4-H camp opportunities
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For youth who will complete grades kindergarten - grade 5 in spring of 2024.
Camp counselor & leadership training: For youth who will complete grades 7 & up in spring of 2024. Monday, June 10, 6:30 p.m. - Friday, June 14, 1:30 p.m.
Three-night overnight camp: For youth who will complete grades 2 - 6 in spring of 2024. Tuesday, June 18, 9 a.m. - Friday, June 21, 5 p.m.
