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The outdoor education program area provides opportunities for young people to learn about basic ecology, human/nature relationships, and natural resource career fields. Through outdoor and environmental education projects, youth will develop a sense of understanding and appreciation of the world around them while building stronger connections with nature, becoming stewards of natural resources, enhancing skills, and enjoying time spent
OBJECTIVES
- Attain a broad knowledge of the 4-H project and related activities as to the way they improve family and community life.
- Acquire life skills through project participation essential for becoming an active, skilled, productive and responsible citizen.
- Adopt and apply the latest practices and research findings in the project area to everyday project experiences and work.
- Develop an understanding from 4-H project training and experiences which can assist you in the future for choosing and preparing for a job.
- Develop leadership skills that promote positive youth development.
PROJECT EXPERIENCES
- 4-H Conference Center Camps County, district, and regional camps.
RECORDBOOK CATEGORY
- Recreation
PRINTED RESOURCES
- National 4-H Curriculum (www.n4hccs.org)
- Outdoor – Group Activity Helper’s Guide
- Outdoor 1 – Hiking Trails
- Outdoor 2 – Camping Adventures
- Outdoor 3 – Backpacking Expeditions
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Camp Counselor
- Camp Operator/Owner
- Summer Internship at Camp
- Camp Director
- Environmental Educator
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