4-H Newsletter for Sussex County, Delaware
Delaware 4-H is in search of an individual prepared to make a three-year commitment, with the option to renew for another two years once a review has been completed, to serve as the “One Voice”/ Camp Leader at our annual two-week State 4-H Camp at Camp Barnes in Frankford, Delaware. 2026 will be the 78th […]
As always, everyone enjoyed their week at State Camp! We appreciate all the counselors and staff who worked hard to make camp a success! Below are the 2025 State Camp Honors. Congratulations! 1st Week State Camp Honors: Bears: Voice: Sara Zink Echo: Ava Gallo Spark: Autumn Piazza Turtles: Voice: Mason Worsham Echo: Devon Allen Spark: […]
Delaware 4-H State Camp Opportunities Online Registration Opens March 1 at 8:00 am Please read the 2025 State 4-H Camp Newsletter for more information on both of these camps! State Environmental Camp at Camp Barnes – June 6-8 for youth 8-12 years old: REGISTER: de4henvironmentalcamp2025.4honline.com This is an experience you won’t want to miss that allows […]
Weather Alert With winter activities come winter weather and the possibility of cancellations. The following are ways we notify the public of weather-related cancellations and postponements: Notice will be posted on the Delaware 4-H Facebook page. If the event required pre-registration, all registered members will be contacted. SAVE THE DATES! More Details to Come! May […]
State Camp Clean-Up – April 13 at Camp Barnes Join the Delaware State Police at Camp Barnes on Saturday, April 13 starting at 8:30am in helping wipe away the winter blues and prepare Camp Barnes for summer! Open to all ages who wish to do some community service and help beautify Camp Barnes. 4-H STATE […]
Please read the 2024 State Camp Newsletter for Information on Environmental and State 4-H Camp! Registration for residential Delaware 4-H State Camps hosted at Camp Barnes opens for Enrolled 4-H Club Members on March 1st at 10:00 AM. Registration for all others opens April 1st at 10:00 AM as space allows. 4-H Online registration is […]
4-H State and Environmental Camp Scholarships Sussex County 4-H will have scholarship money available to award to 4-H members who are interested in attending State 4-H Camp or Environmental Camp. These scholarships will be awarded based on financial need, 4-H participation, etc. The application below will be due into the County Office by Friday, January […]
As always, everyone enjoyed their week at State Camp! We appreciate all the counselors and staff who worked hard to make camp a success! Below are the 2023 State Camp Honors for our 4-H members. Congratulations! 1st Week: Moon & Stars: Echo – Ainsley West, Hollymount Turtles: Voice – Zoe Probert, Sunset Branch Echo – […]
If you haven’t been to State Camp, you’re missing out!! Delaware 4-H State Camp experience provides lasting memories and the chance to make lifelong friends for all Delaware kids 10-19 years. Surrounded by nature at Camp Barnes, Frankford, campers will disconnect from technology and focus on developing healthy life skills. Campers are assigned to a people […]
Registration for Delaware 4-H State Camps opens March 1 at 10:00 AM for active 4-H’ers through 4-H Online. A confirmation email with family balance and payment instructions will be provided within 3 business days of registration. Registration for non-4-H’ers will open April 1 if availability remains. Call the 302-831-2509 for assistance. Online registration is required. […]