Summer Camp
Chippewa County 4-H Summer Camp
Summer camp offers a great way for youth to explore new interests, build lifelong skills, and make lasting friendships—all while having fun. Through 4-H Summer Camp, campers can enjoy hands-on learning, outdoor adventures, and leadership development in a safe and supportive environment. Whether it’s your first camp or you’re returning for another season, there’s something for everyone to discover!
Real voices, Real impact
“Camp is the best part of my summer! I get to try new things, make awesome friends, and be outside all day. I wish it lasted longer!”— 4-H Camper, 2025
Camp. Connect. Grow. Your 4-H summer adventure starts here!
Day camp
June 22, 2026
- Open to youth in grades Kindergarten-3rd as of October 2025
- Day camp experience
- Camp Includes: meals, t-shirt, camp activities
- Cost: $10.00 4-H member, $12.00 non-4-H member
Base camp
June 22-25, 2026
- Open to youth in grades 3rd-8th as of October 2025
- Three-night camp experience
- Camp Includes: meals, t-shirt, camp activities
- Cost: $70.00 4-H member, $72.00 non-4-H member
Youth leadership opportunities
Being a camp counselor is a great way for 4-H youth to grow as leaders. Counselors learn important skills like teamwork and problem-solving, and they build strong friendships along the way. They help younger campers (Kindergarten through 8th grade) have fun, stay safe, and learn new things—making camp a great experience for everyone!
Camp counselor application
Camp counselor applications are due December 1st, 2025
Staff & adult leader opportunities
Lifeguard
Lifeguards are required when youth are participating in swimming-related 4-H activities.
- Lifeguards must be certified.
- A lifeguard must be at least 16-years-old and have the appropriate current certification (Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED).
- Beach lifeguards need to have water safety instructor certification from the American Red Cross or equivalent instruction.
- One lifeguard is needed for every 25 people in the water.
- One adult (not necessarily lifeguard certified) for every 10 youth is needed for overall supervision.
- Best practice is to swim where lifeguards are provided by the facility or site.
Camp Nurse
If you are interested in serving as the camp nurse in the future and have your certifications please reach out to Jordan Blue at jordan.blue@wisc.edu
Camp Cook
The camp cook plays a key role in the planning of the 4-H Summer Camp. They are responsible for designing the menu, food preparation, and working on site during the summer camp program.
Camp Kitchen Support
Kitchen support helps with the preparation of the meals, kitchen cleaning (dishes, cleaning surfaces), and helping with the serving of the food to campers and camp staff.
Contact our 4-H Positive Youth Development Extension Educator
Jordan Blue
p: 608-893-3183
