Build memories that last a lifetime! Be a part of 4-H’s unique camp and conference opportunities and experience seasons of fun, friends, and the great outdoors!
Help us plant the seeds for greatness in our youth as you embark on a journey into 4-H’s extraordinary camping centers across Georgia. Become a positive role model for our young people and watch as 4-H’ers build friendships, memories, skills, and experiences! Georgia 4-H camps and conferences are seeking volunteers who are determined to excite and inspire the successes of our nation’s next generation of leaders.
Chaperone Responsibilities Include:
- Providing transportation as needed
- Supervision of youth at camp both in cabins and during camp activities/classes
- Cooperating with other volunteers and staff at camp
- Enforcing the 4-H Code of Conduct and camp policies
- Administering routine prescribed medications and treatment of minor injuries.
Qualifications/ Requirements:
- Must provide own transportation to meetings and activities
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff, volunteers and program participants
- Completion of screening and training (information and links below)
- Ability to work with youth in positive youth development
- Ability to work and communicate effectively
- Ability to handle sensitive issues, discipline, and emergency situations
Volunteer Service Descriptions
Any adult, paid staff or volunteer, who chaperones youth overnight, is the lead volunteer of a Charter 4-H Club, or is a Certified SAFE coach must complete the Georgia 4-H Certified Chaperone training.
The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (working cooperatively with Fort Valley State University, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the counties of Georgia) offers its educational programs, assistance, and materials to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status and is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action organization.