Bourbonnais, Ill – With summer approaching, many families are looking for educational summer day camps for their kids to attend. 4-H, University of Illinois Extension's flagship youth development program, just announced six summer programs that might interest families.
"I'm excited to offer several different long-term programs starting in June that are perfect for youth with a variety of interests," says Brittney Muschetto, youth development educator. "These programs are the perfect length and will help youth explore their interests and find their spark – something that 4-H is very passionate about."
The six summer programs span a breadth of topics:
Food Preservation for Kids Summer Program
(Six sessions: June 12, 26, July 10, 17, August 7, 14)
Join us for the Food Preservation Program for Kids hosted at the Kankakee County Extension Office (1650 Commerce Drive, Bourbonnais, IL 60914). Sessions will start at 9 am and last approximately 1.5- 2 hours. Learn more and register.
Bass Fishing Club
(Six sessions: June 12, 26, July 10, 17, August 7, 14)
Join us for the 4-H Bass Fishing Club hosted at the Kankakee County Extension Office (1650 Commerce Drive, Bourbonnais, IL 60914). Sessions will start at 1 pm and last approximately 1 - 1.5 hours. Learn more and register.
Mad Scientist Horticulture Club
(Six sessions: June 17, 24, July 15, 22, 29, August 5)
Join us for the Mad Scientist Horticulture Club hosted at the Will County Extension Office (100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433). Sessions will start at 9am and last approximately 1- 1.5 hours. Learn more and register.
Wild About Plants Summer Program
(Six sessions: June 17, 24, July 15, 22, 29, August 5)
Join us for the Wild About Plants program hosted at the Will County Extension Office (100 Manhattan Rd Joliet, IL 60433). Sessions will start at 1 pm and last approximately 1- 1.5 hours. Learn more and register.
Crime and Spy Club: A STEM Learning Experience
(Six sessions: June 18, 25, July 9, 16, 30, August 13)
Join us for the 4-H Crime and Spy Club hosted at the Grundy County Extension Office (4004 N. Division Street, Morris, IL 60450). Sessions will start at 9am and last approximately 1- 1.5 hours. Learn more and register.
Plant Biotechnology
(Six sessions: June 18, 25, July 9, 16, 30, August 13)
Join us for the Plant Biotechnology Program hosted at the Grundy County Extension Office (4004 N Division Street, Morris, IL 60450). Sessions will start at 1pm and last approximately 1- 1.5 hours. Learn more and register.
"We hope you will be able to join us for a fun summer of learning," says Muschetto.
The 4-H youth development program focuses on an experiential learning model which is rooted in positive youth experiences. This teaching style makes a difference.
"4-H youth are beyond ready for anything life throws their way," says Muschetto, "4-H youth are 2x more likely to have the goal of being a leader, 3x more likely to participate in community service, and 2x more likely to report living life with intentionality and purpose."
For more information on the 4-H program, please visit 4h.extension.illinois.edu or call an Illinois Extension office in your community.
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state's land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.