Great Lakes Camp Recognized

The 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources camp, a camp supported by Michigan Sea Grant Extension, was named a National 4-H Program of Distinction, which recognizes the highest quality 4-H youth development efforts in the nation. With that award, 4-HGLNR Camp became eligible for consideration and was selected in 2009 for the 4-H Natural Resources Conservation Education Award. The award is given jointly by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and National 4-H.

This education award is a premier award for natural resources education programs across the country and will be presented at the North American Wildlife and Natural Resources Conference held in Washington D.C. in late March. Two campers, along with camp administrators, will receive the award and offer a presentation about camp.

The camp provides teens from across the state the opportunity to:

• Improve their knowledge about Great Lakes and natural resources ecology and management issues.
• Increase awareness of environmental problems, foster environmental stewardship and enhance involvement in local natural resources projects.
• Increase interest in the outdoors, develop leadership skills and self-confidence and influence career decisions.
• Enjoy quality camp activities, gain hands-on science experiences, meet new people and develop friendships.
• Learn from natural resources and youth development experts and develop possible career interests.

For more information, visit: Camp website

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