Why should you consider a state camp?
There are four opportunities to attend a state camp in just a few months! Each of these weekend camps provide a great opportunity for youth who have never been to a state camp to experience what it's like to spend time at Jackson's Mill. These camps also have lower registration fees than week-long summer camps.
The four weekend camps also are specialized to appeal to the different interests of 4-H campers. Whether your interseted in computer science, dancing, leadership, or shooting sports, there is a camp for you!
Registration Timeline
Registration for all of the weekend camps opens January 6 at 10:00 a.m. All registrations must be completed online prior to the deadline and payment must be made in full before camp begins. The registration fee for all camps is $125. There is a discount window for each camp!
- Code Camp - February 21-23, 2020
- Early Bird Discount - January 6-10 - $100
- Registration and Payment due by January 31
- Dance Weekend - March 13-15, 2020
- Early Bird Discount - January 6-31 - $85
- Registration and Payment due by February 25
- Teen Leader Weekend - March 27-29, 2020
- Early Bird Discount - January 6-31 - $85
- Registration and Payment due by March 10th
- Shooting Sports Weekend - April 17-9, 2020
- Early Bird Discount - January 6 - February 29 - $85
- Registration and Payment due by March 31
Code Camp
What Is Code Camp?
Smartphone apps, robots, video games, movies – the world runs on code. Software jobs are predicted to grow 34 percent in the next few years, making coding and app development the world's most in-demand skills. During the 4-H Code Camp, campers will work on fun hands-on projects while learning how computer science can be topics like drones, cyber security, and computer animation. Classes are for new coders with no experience, as well as intermediate and advanced coders.
WHO
West Virginia youth currently in 6 th–12 th grade aged 11-17 at the time of the event.
WHEN
Friday, February 24, 2023 - Sunday, February 26, 2023
WHERE
COST
$120. Register by December 24, 2022, and receive the early bird rate of $100.
REGISTRATION
This event has passed and registration has closed. Stay tuned for news and announcements on next year's Code Camp!
ADULT CHAPERONES
All adult chaperones must be fully vetted through WVU Extension Service and register for the event through ZSuite. The complete vetting process must be completed at least 15 days in advance of the event. Learn more information about the volunteer process.
Camp Details
Tentative Schedule
- Friday
- 6 p.m. Camper Registration - WV Building
- Welcome Assembly
- Saturday
- 7:30 a.m. Rise and Shine
- 8 a.m. Breakfast
- Career Panel
- Workshop 1
- 12 p.m. Lunch
- Workshop 2
- 5:30 p.m. Dinner
- Campfire program (Council Circle)
- Maker Tech Festival
- Sunday
- 7:30 a.m. Rise and Shine
- 8 a.m. Breakfast
- Sunday Morning Workshops
- 11 a.m. Closing Assembly
- 11:30 a.m. Report to Cabins for Parent Pickup
Workshops
Workshops are divided into three categories: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced. New coders with little or no computer science experience should not sign up for classes listed as intermediate or advanced. Once participants choose their experience level, they will pick two workshops. The workshops are broken down into two types (coding and physical computing). Participants should choose one of each. Each workshop has a description and lists any needed background experience. Each workshop has a limited number of participants, and preferences will be assigned on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Beginner Workshops
- Background Needed for Beginner Workshops: None.
- These workshops are designed for new coders with no or limited experience.
Morning Workshops
- Scratch: Youth will learn the basics of coding using a block-based coding language called Scratch (games, music, animation).
- HTML/CSS (Web Development): Youth will learn the basics of coding using a block-based coding language called Scratch (games, music, animation).
- JavaScript (App Lab): Youth will learn to design an app using App Lab. App Lab is a programming environment created by Code.org where you can make simple apps. Participants will code in JavaScript with either blocks or text, and then share their app.
Afternoon Workshops
- Makey Makey: Youth will learn how to create musical instruments with a Makey Makey. Pairs well with the mornign Scratch Workshop!
- Robotics: Youth will have fun building and programming a robot with Legos! Each team will program a preliminary workable robot while adding parts to create a working robot. Robots will complete an obstacle course and run competitions against other teams.
- Spheros: Youth will learn how to program a Sphero using a block-based coding language to complete an obstacle course.
Intermediate Workshops
- Background Needed for Intermediate Workshops: Participants in these workshops must have prior coding experience (either block-based or text-based) and be familiar with basic coding logic like loops, variables, and functions.
Morning Workshops
- JavaScript (Game Lab): Youth will develop video games using JavaScript in GameLab. GameLab is a programming environment created by Code.org where you can make video games. Participants will code in JavaScript with either blocks or text, and then playtest their game.
- Python: Youth will use text-based programming to create interactive programs to draw and play games.
- AI Lab: Youth will explore artificial intelligence and machine learning through activity modules in Code.org. Participants will use JavaScript and AppLab with either blocks or text.
Afternoon Workshops
- Micro:bit: Youth will create fun projects using the Micro:bit. Participants will code their Micro:bit using MakeCode, an online platform that uses JavaScript with either blocks or text.
- Circuit Playground Express (CPX): Youth will learn how to use Circuit Playground Express, programming LEDs, buttons, sensors, etc. using drag-and-drop programming.
Advanced Workshops
- Background Needed for Advanced Workshops: Participants registering for these workshops must have a strong grasp of the fundamentals of coding already (e.g., loops, variables, and conditional statements). It is also recommended that they have prior experience with a text-based coding language (i.e., Java, Python, C++, R, JavaScript, etc.).
Morning Workshop
- C#: Youth will use C#, a text-based programming language, to create interactive programs to develop simple games.
Afternoon Workshop
- Arduino: Youth will learn how to build simple circuits and code with an Arduino.
Sunday Workshop Descriptions
- 3D Printing: Youth will use block-based coding to learn fundamentals in CAD design and 3D print their own design to take home.
- Line Dancing: Youth will learn line dancing algorithms and apply them in this fun active workshop.
- History of Jackson's Mill: Youth will learn about the history of Jackson's Mill, and participate in hands on activities.
- Cryptography and Geocache: Youth will learn about the history of Jackson's Mill, and participate in hands on activities.
- Lego Building: Youth will have the opportunity to be lego masters and build structures using lego blocks.
- E-Textiles: Youth will combine technology and textiles to create a sewable circuit.
Notes & FAQs
- The event registration fee includes two nights of lodging, meals during the event, and event equipment/supplies.
- Youth participants sleep in cabins with bunk-style twin beds. Participants are clustered with other youth of the same age and gender. The cabins are supervised by trained and vetted 4-H volunteers and Extension professionals.
- The cabins will be stocked with bed linens (sheets, pillows, and blankets). You do not need to bring bed linens. You are welcome to bring your own linens, sleeping bag, blankets, etc. You will need to bring your own toiletries and a bath towel.
- Meals that are included are Friday evening snacks, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, and Sunday breakfast. Eat dinner before arriving for check-in.
- Camp clothing must be comfortable and adaptable to varied weather conditions. Camp clothing needs to be functional…not fashionable.
We're Accredited!
West Virginia 4-H State level camps held at WVU Jackson’s Mill are accredited by the American Camp Association! Learn about ACA accreditation.
Camp Directors
State 4-H Contacts: Jason Burnside
Description: Teen Leader Weekend is held annually each fall. Teens meet and great other teen leaders, participate in interactive ice breakers, and get an introduction into WVU's 4-H Charting Program. Workshops focus on several topic including cooking, interview skill, public speaking, resume building, and more.
WHO: Ages 12 to 18 as of September 30, 2024
WHEN: November 3 - 5, 2023
WHERE: WVU Jackson's Mill
Dance Weekend
What is Dance Weekend?
While attending WV 4-H Dance Weekend, youth spend the weekend learning new dances
and mastering their favorites. Workshops include beloved classic options such as
Square, Line Dance, and Dance Camp Classic, as well as some new and exciting additions
such as WV Band/Jam and
4-H Showchoir. This weekend is great for new and experienced dancers to come together
and carry on the traditions of 4-H Dance Weekend.
WHO
West Virginia youth ages 12 to 21 as of September 30, 2023
WHEN
Friday, March 10, 2023 - Sunday, March 12, 2023
WHERE
COST
$125
REGISTRATION
This event has passed and registration has closed. Stay tuned for news and announcements on next year's Dance Weekend!
ADULT MEMBERS & STAFF
All adult members & staff must be fully vetted through WVU Extension Service and register for the event through ZSuite. The complete vetting process must be completed at least 15 days in advance of the event. Learn more information about the volunteer process.
Camp Details
Tentative Schedule
- Friday
- 6 p.m. Registration – Assembly Hall
- 7:30 p.m. Introduction of Program/Snacks – Assembly Hall
- 10 p.m. Reflections
- 10:30 p.m. In Cottage
- 11 p.m. Lights Out
- Saturday
- 8 - 8:50 a.m. Breakfast
- 9 - 9:50 a.m. Workshop 1
- 10:05 - 10:55 a.m. Workshop 2
- 11:05 - 11:55 a.m. Workshop 3
- 12 - 12:50 p.m. Lunch
- 1:10 - 2:10 p.m. Workshop 4
- 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Workshop 5
- 3:50 - 4:45 p.m. Workshop 6
- 5 - 6 p.m. Dinner
- 6:15 - 7 p.m. Prep for Dance
- 7 p.m. Evening Dance (Live Band, Square Dancing, Line Dancing, Folk and Party Dancing) / Refreshments
- 10 p.m. Reflections
- 10:30 p.m. In Cottage
- 11 p.m. Lights Out
- Sunday
- 8:30 a.m. Breakfast
- 9:30 a.m. Exhibition Dancing and Group Dancing
- 11 a.m. Safe Trip Home
Workshops
- Dance Camp Classics - This is the class you want to take if you want to learn all of those dance camp favorites you will want to know for the Saturday dance. There is no experience required, and this class is highly recommended for first-year campers as well as those campers who want to brush up on the classics.
- Line Dance - Learn line dances to popular songs. You will learn dances you can perform at the 4-H camp party or anytime you hear the song on the radio. Some old favorites.
- Beginning Square Dance - This class is for beginning square dancers and teaches traditional square dances.
- Intermediate Square Dance - This class is for intermediate to advanced square dancers and teaches traditional square dances. This class requires a partner.
- Traditional Folk - This workshop is an introduction to the basic folk dances from various countries. This class does not require any previous experience.
- Country Swing – Learn swing dance to classic country tunes.
- WV Music and Jam Session - This new class will be for those interested in West Virginia music and instruments. It will be a combination of vocals and a “jam session”. If you have a guitar or other string instrument, feel free to bring it. No instruments will be provided.
- 4-H Show Choir - Join a show choir choreographer to learn basic show steps and music and gauge interest in a potential WV 4-H Show choir group! No previous show choir experience is needed.
- Polka – Polka refers to both the half-tempo and the half-jump steps of the dance. Learn dances to classic polka tunes in this class.
- Hawaiian – Learn the hula and other moves to popular tunes.
- Disco - Back by popular demand, come to this class to learn dances popular in the mid to late 1970s that have elements of funk, soul, pop, and salsa. Great for beginners, no partner is needed.
- Shim Sham - Originally a particular tap dance routine and is regarded as tap dance's national anthem. For today's swing dancers, it is a line dance.
- Rapper Sword - Rapper Sword is a group dance for 5-6 intermediate-advanced level dancers. It uses flexible swords from the early industrial era of England. It is a variation of sword dance that emerged from the pit villages of Tyneside in North East England, where miners first performed the tradition. The dance requires five to six performers who coordinate themselves using rapper swords made from flexible steel. Mental alertness, in addition to physical agility, is required in order for dance participants to effectively utilize the swords and perform in the correct manner.
- Spaghetti Rag - The Spaghetti Rag is an advanced couple dance based on the two step. Dancers seldom learn this dance during one class period, as it is a challenge. We will spend the entire class learning this dance, and you will need a partner. If you already know the dance, come enjoy teaching others while you refresh your memory. *Two Periods
Notes & FAQs
- The event registration fee includes two nights of lodging, meals during the event, and event equipment/supplies.
- Youth participants sleep in cabins with bunk-style twin beds. Participants are clustered with other youth of the same age and gender. The cabins are supervised by trained and vetted 4-H volunteers and Extension professionals.
- The cabins will be stocked with bed linens (sheets, pillows, and blankets). You do not need to bring bed linens. You are welcome to bring your own linens, sleeping bag, blankets, etc. You will need to bring your own toiletries and a bath towel.
- Meals that are included are Friday evening snacks, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, and Sunday breakfast. Eat dinner before arriving for check-in.
- Camp clothing must be comfortable and adaptable to varied weather conditions. Camp clothing needs to be functional…not fashionable.
We're Accredited!
West Virginia 4-H State level camps held at WVU Jackson’s Mill are accredited by the American Camp Association! Learn about ACA accreditation.
Camp Directors
Shooting Sports Weekend
What Is Ultimate Outdoor Weekend?
Ultimate Outdoor Weekend is held at Jackson's Mill full of 4-H Shooting Sports and Outdoor skills. Campers will learn new skills and gain confidence in multiple outdoor disciplines. The first evening of camp features the ultimate adventure program where campers form small group teams to adventure through the Jackson's Mill facility.
Day two features Shooting Sports and additional class discipline training throughout the day. We wrap up with a guest/feature speaker and camp service project. We look forward to novice and experienced youth joining us to learn and hone their outdoor skills.
WHO
West Virginia youth ages 12 to 21 as of September 30, 2023
WHEN
Friday, April 21, 2023 - Sunday, April 23, 2023
WHERE
COST
$125
REGISTRATION
Opened on February 17, 2023 and will close on March 31, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. Payment must be made by March 31, 2023. If payment is not received by March 31, 2023, your registration will be canceled, and your spot will be given to the next person on the waitlist.
Registration will be handled through the 4-H ZSuite Online System.
External Registration (No ZSuite Account)
ADULT MEMBERS & STAFF
All adult members & staff must be fully vetted through WVU Extension Service and register for the event through ZSuite. The complete vetting process must be completed at least 15 days in advance of the event. Learn more information about the volunteer process.
Camp Details
Activity Information
Campers will learn new skills and gain confidence in multiple outdoor disciplines:
- Archery
- Air Pistol
- Air Rifle
- Muzzleloader
- Shotgun
- ATV Safety
- Fishing
- Hunting/Wildlife
- Trapping
- Canoe/Kayak
- Outdoor Cooking
- Hiking & Survival Skills
Notes & FAQs
- The event registration fee includes two nights of lodging, meals during the event, and event equipment/supplies.
- Youth participants sleep in cabins with bunk-style twin beds. Participants are clustered with other youth of the same age and gender. The cabins are supervised by trained and vetted 4-H volunteers and Extension professionals.
- The cabins will be stocked with bed linens (sheets, pillows, and blankets). You do not need to bring bed linens. You are welcome to bring your own linens, sleeping bag, blankets, etc. You will need to bring your own toiletries and a bath towel.
- Meals that are included are Friday evening snacks, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, and Sunday breakfast. Participants should eat dinner prior to arriving for check-in.
- Camp clothing must be comfortable and adaptable to varied weather conditions. Camp clothing needs to be functional…not fashionable.
We're Accredited!
West Virginia 4-H State level camps held at WVU Jackson’s Mill are accredited by the American Camp Association! Learn about ACA accreditation.