Lehigh Valley, Pa – Youth between the ages of 8-18 (age as of Jan 1, 2024) are invited to join us for a beginner or intermediate level woodworking camp. This spring we will host two sessions, a beginner camp called “Measuring Up,” and an intermediate level woodworking camp called “Saw it, Build it!”

In the Measuring Up camp, campers will develop skills that woodworkers use, such as measuring, squaring & cutting a board, driving nails, and using clamps and screws in this 2-evening camp. Designed for beginners, youth will learn these concepts while working with master carpenters through the 4-H Woodworking Wonders Level 1: Measuring Up book, then develop these skills hands-on while building a box, napkin holder, or picture frame. This is a learning experience for 4-H youth, and campers will be expected to follow instructions for safety. The camp will be held in a woodshop at 3744 Church View Road, Emmaus, PA, 18049. The camp dates are July 24 and 25, 2024 from 6-8 pm.

In the Saw It, Build It camp, campers will use woodworking skills to build a set of folding sawhorses. This is a learning experience for 4-H youth, and campers will be expected to follow instructions for safety. The camp will be held in a woodshop at 3744 Church View Road, Emmaus, PA, 18049. The camp dates are June 12 and 13, 2024 from 6-8 pm.

Registration is limited to 9 for Measuring Up and 6 for Saw It, Build it. Once the session is filled, youth can register to be added to the waitlist. The cost for each camp is $20 which covers the materials, instruction, and use of tools. For youth who are not already enrolled 4-H members, there will be a $30 4-H enrollment fee charge. Join the FUN!

If you are interested in this camping experience for your child or for more information on 4-H, please contact the Lehigh County 4-H office at (610) 391-9840. Registration can be made by visiting 4h.zsuite.org and registering through Lehigh County, then choose the camp under the Events page. Registration is due July 18, 2024, for Measuring Up and June 6, 2024 for Saw It, Build It!

Administered in Pennsylvania by Penn State Extension, 4-H is a community of more than 6 million young people across America learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. Penn State Extension 4-H youth development educators in all 67 counties throughout the commonwealth administer local 4-H programs through non-formal education and outreach. To find your local program, visit the Penn State Extension website at https://extension.psu.edu/programs/4-h.

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Ingrid Garcia