Adventures
Description
Adventures is a statewide 4-H project. It features curriculum that
will guide you through the project. For a copy contact your County
4-H Office or order online at: Extension
Publications. Also check out the
following 4-H adventure-related projects: backpacking, bicycling,
canoeing and winter travel.
Introduction to Adventures
Learn how to camp safely in all weather conditions, investigate camping equipment and clothing, build a campfire, cook a meal outside, tie knots, practice first-aid, use a map and compass, and more.
4H444, Introduction to Adventures
Adventures Leader
4H443, 4-H Adventure Project
I’m a 4-H Project Leader. Now What Do I Do?
Program Safety Regulations
All 4-H members and leaders (adult or youth) participating in
the adventures project or activities, such as rock climbing/repelling
and ropes adventure courses, must use protective or safety equipment,
including approved safety helmets. Refer to the Program Safety section
for specific requirements for this project.
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Events
Want to learn more about Adventures? Try the links below.
Adventure Trips
Adventures Project Training
Many counties hold local training for members and leaders in
their favorite project areas, including adventures. Watch your county
4-H Family newsletter or contact your county Extension office for
details.
2008 4-H Statewide Adventures Winter Camping and Survival Training Workshop
Join members of the 4-H Adventures team at this exciting statewide winter camping and survival training adventures workshop. This training opportunity, for adults and youth leaders, will be held at Kemp Station in Oneida County the weekend of February 15-17, 2008. Come to increase your winter adventure skills. You will arrive Friday night and stay in the new Mead Hall at Kemp. During the weekend you will be able to participate in a variety of skill building classes such as snow shelter building, winter dress, survival, ice fishing, ice rescue, and more. We will be preparing meals on site. On Saturday night you will have the option to stay in Mead Hall or sleep in a snow shelter as part of the experience. Registration will be limited to the first 20 applicants.
Health and expectation forms will need to be completed and submitted with all registrations.
Wisconsin Adventures Workshop Sponsor: Wisconsin 4-H Foundation
RetroFit Yourself! - Take the Fitness Challenge!
Wisconsin 4-H and Youth Conference
If you’re in grades 8-10, check out the next Wisconsin
4-H and Youth Conference, scheduled each June at the UW-Madison
campus. The conference offers educational seminars in most areas
of 4-H. Contact your county Extension office for details.
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County Fair 
The county fair . . . what a great time it is! Every summer, families
flock to county fairs to see the latest 4-H project exhibits. Exhibiting
is a fun and educational way for youth to showcase their project
work to judges and to the public.
Judging materials are supported by Bill Shaw in memory of his wife, Shirley.
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Related Links
There’s so much more to learn in the 4-H Adventures Project.
Just follow these links!
About.com: Camping
Lots of basic information on how to get started.
American Camp Association
Community of camp professionals who, for nearly 100 years, have
joined together to share their knowledge and experience and to ensure
the quality of camp programs.
Camping U.S.A.
A one-stop shop for your camping information.
Go Camping America
Lots of helpful information on how to plan and carry out your
camping trip.
Leave No Trace Camping Ethic
Leave No Trace is a program to help you leave little or no impact
when you travel and camp on public lands.
National 4-H Curriculum
Visit this site for updated National 4-H Curriculum information including new titles. Purchase curricula by accessing the online order form.
National Park Service
Find out more about our national parks. Find a park to visit.
Oconto County 4-H Project Resources
This web site provides links for many natural resources projects
including links for fun project ideas on adventures and camping.
ReserveUSA.com
The National Recreation Reservation Service is a one-stop reservation
service for the USDA Forest Service, Army Corps of Engineers, National
Park Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation
outdoor recreation facilities and activities. With over 45,000 reservable
facilities at over 1,700 locations, NRRS is the largest outdoor
recreation reservation service in the country.
U.S. Forest Service
National Forests and Grasslands offer a diversity of outdoor
opportunities.
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Project Support
For more information on the 4-H Adventures Project, contact the
following:
UW-Extension County 4-H Offices
This is your link to a list of Wisconsin County Extension Offices. Select the county of your choice.
UW-Extension
State Specialist: Steve Kinzel
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Wisconsin 4-H Youth Development
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