UGA Cooperative Extension: Georgia 4-H

Burton 4-H Center:
Cloverleaf 4-H Summer Camp

Burton 4-H Center plays host to one of the many UGA Cooperative Extension 4-H Summer Camps. Other camp locations include: Jekyll Island 4-H Center, Wahsega 4-H Center, Rock Eagle 4-H Center, and Fortson 4-H Center. 4-H Camp on Tybee Island is a week-long experience that includes visits to the beach and local historical sites, dances, and many other fun and exciting activities. 4-H Camp is a fun and rewarding experience. Cooperation and character building, along with just having a great time, are all part of the camping adventure.

Classes & Activities
Rules & Regulations
Cloverleaf 2013 Camp Schedule pdf
What to Bring
Canteen
Slideshows from Summer Camp
Meet the 2013 Summer Camp Staff
Information about Day Camp

Classes & Activities

Below is a short description of the different “fun time with counselor” activities that your campers will be taking part in during their week at camp. It is very important that you and the other adults with your group attend the "fun time with counselor" activities and color crew sessions. This is foremost for the health, safety and welfare of the campers. If a camper should be injured or need to take a "time out", we need the agents and leaders assigned to help us out. Here are a few things to know about each class.

Seining
Campers pull a seine net (20' long net with poles on either side) through the shallow water to catch whatever animals live there. Campers wear a swim suit because they will be getting into the water about waist high. We will need your help to watch the campers while we are in and around the water.

Marsh
Campers wear old clothes and shoes because they will be getting wet and muddy as they explore the marsh habitat. You must have closed toe shoes-No sandals, water socks, Croc’s or tevas please. If you wish, we have a stock of old shoes that you can wear for this class. They will be looking for Fiddler Crabs, Periwinkle Snails and even take a look at what swims in the salt water they might have swallowed during swim time!

Beach
Now is the time for sandals. We will get our feet wet and look for shark teeth while learning about the forces shaping the beach. Please help us keep watch on the campers at the beach.

Reptiles
The name says it all! Campers will hold, see, and learn about various native snakes and turtles. Crowd control is very important here as many students want to get either close to or far away from the snakes in a hurry.

Crabbing
Campers will learn about the invertebrates that live in the marsh and ocean surrounding the camp. They will have a chance to hold some of these animals or see how we collect them. Please make sure campers wash their hands after class.

Squid Dissection
Through the squid dissection, campers will examine some of the unique features which have allowed squid to adapt and thrive in the oceans throughout the world. This beginning dissection class will give campers a hands-on experience to investigate the anatomy of squid and the various functions of its organs.

Swimming
All swimming is done in the ocean. The Tybee Island lifeguard and lead counselor will make the final decisions on swimming time if potentially dangerous water conditions exist. Eight agents and/or leaders (minimum) are needed in the water at all times. These leaders/agents along with summer camp counselors form a box within which all of the campers swim. The Burton 4-H Center will provide beach shirts for all adults and children. You MUST wear a beach shirt to go to the beach with us. Rental floats are available at the beach for $2.00, boogie boards are $1.00 per visit.

Transportation
All transportation to the center must be provided by the county.
While at Burton, all transportation for all activities off the property will be provided by the Burton 4-H Center through contracts with the local school bus system.

River Street
This is often the highlight of the camper’s time at the Burton 4-H Center. Here are some things to know:

We park and unload the buses at the far end of River St. near the Waving Girl.

We walk down River Street in our color groups. Along the way we point out which shops are okay to go into and which are not.

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Rules & Regulations

The following will be covered during the camper orientation held upon arrival. Acquaint your campers with these rules and regulations before your trip and it will help make a smooth week at camp.

Listen to counselors and adults. A raised hand indicates that it is time to listen.
Shoes, wet or dry, must be worn at all times. The only exception is the volleyball court.
Do not leave money in the cabin.
No running or climbing on the A-Frame roof.
No students allowed on dock, trail, or marsh boardwalk without an adult.
No food or drink in dormitories.
Rinse off the mud and sand outside at the hoses. Wet shoes can stay outside.
Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m.
Collect only empty shells. Shells are to be rinsed off outside, not in the sink. Do not collect live sand dollar sea urchins.
Campers are responsible for cleaning their dormitories before departure. Cleanup is supervised by the adults and agents in that dorm.
No camper is to leave the Camp property without an adult.
Put trash and recyclables in appropriate containers.

The official Georgia 4-H Summer Camp dress code can be found on the Georgia 4-H Summer Camp webpage or by clicking here.

The Burton 4-H Center wants to keep your child safe and our grounds maintained. Your assistance with these rules is greatly appreciated.

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What to Bring

Note: Everything should be marked with the child's name with a waterproof marker. Do not bring jewelry or other items of value.

Waterproof Sunscreen!
Linens(mattresses are extra long!), blankets or sleeping bag (Linens are NOT provided at camp)
Pillow
Daily change of clothes and underwear (shorts, tee shirts, etc. Pack clothes that can get dirty and sandy!)
Shoes and Socks (Bring at least 2 pairs—one that can get wet and muddy)
Sport Sandals (the kind with a heel strap)
Towels (wash cloth, shower towels and beach/pool towels)
Soap, toothpaste, toothbrush and other toiletries, shower shoes
Bathing suits, please make sure these are 1 piece or tankini suits that are both modest and appropriate. All guests will wear a Burton swim shirt during beach time.
Rain jacket
Sunglasses and/or hat
Money for canteen (Bring change for soda machine!)
Plastic garbage bag for wet clothes
Insect Repellent
Money for lunch for bus trip to and from camp as needed. Please contact your county office for this information.
Shower shoes for wearing in bathroom and showers.

Optional Items

Day Pack
Flip flops will be allowed only in dorm.
Water Bottle
Camera, film (use of disposables is recommended, mark your full name on camera)
Pen, paper, stamps
Old tennis shoes or knee boots (wellies) for walking in marsh or forest.

DO NOT BRING

Knives
Radios, video games, CD players
Cell phones
Shaving cream
Fireworks
Chewing gum
Excessive amount of cash or items of great value (emotional or monetary)

Clothing guidelines

No clothing should be worn that violates the Code of Conduct.
Underwear should be worn at all times and should not be visible.
Camp is rough on clothes—bring only clothes that are okay to get wet or muddy.
Bring extra socks and underwear—you always need them!

The official Georgia 4-H Summer Camp dress code can be found on the Georgia 4-H Summer Camp webpage or by clicking here.

4-H Statement

4-H'ers are to leave radios (boom boxes and walkman), computers, televisions, and video games at home unless authorized by and used under direct supervision of the member's leader. 4-H'ers should be discouraged from bringing cell phones. No programs are to be disturbed or interrupted with personal electronic equipment. 4-H'ers are not allowed to bring skates, roller blades, bicycles, laser lights or other personal items that would make safety an issue. Safety and damage/loss of expensive items are the concern.

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2013 Summer Day Camp Information July 8 to 12

Day Camp at Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island will be held July 8 to 12, 2013. The Day Camp program is open to all children 9 to 14 years of age. Click here to download a flyer with more information about Day Camp.

All of the forms below (Day Camp application, Medical Release form and Code of Conduct) must be filled out and either mailed or faxed to us along with a non-refundable deposit to complete your registration for Day Camp. You may pay for Day Camp online by credit card with this link (a 5% fee will be added to your registration when using a credit card). You cannot complete your registration online for summer camp--only pay for Day Camp with a credit card. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call 912-786-5534.

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Slideshows from Summer Camp 2013

Slideshows from the summer will be posted in late July or early August. When you click on the slideshow links below (photos or text), you will be taken to our photo albums on the Picasa web-site. To return to this page, just close the slideshow window, or hit your back button.