Dear 4-H Member,
As an Upperclassman (10-12 grade) you are eligible to serve as a Hardin County 4-H Camp Counselor. Even if you don’t have any camp experience, this is a great opportunity to develop leadership, teaching, and teamwork skills. Please see the information below on how to apply:
What is a Camp Counselor?
Camp counselors are high school students who plan and implement Cloverbud Day Camp and Hardin County 4-H Camp. Counselors begin meeting in January for training and camp planning. There are typically 2 meetings per month and an overnight retreat at camp in February.
Who is Eligible to Apply?
- 4-H members who are currently a Sophomore, Junior, or Senior in high school.
- No camp experience required!
Application Process
- Complete & sign the Camp Counselor Application.
- http://go.osu.edu/counselorhardin
- Due on December 20, 2025
- Provide three non-family references with contact information.
- This is part of the application form.
- Please include name, relationship to you, and a valid email address.
- Who to include as a reference: 4-H advisor, coach, teacher, employer/supervisor, adult leader of another activity, etc.
- Who NOT to include as a reference: Parents, Relatives, People under 18
- Interview with the 4-H Educator. January 6 – 8, 2025.
- Sign up for an interview time at http://go.osu.edu/25counselorinterviews
- Please bring a resume to the interview.
- Dress is casual.
- What to expect:
- 20 to 25 minute conversation at the OSU Extension office
- Discussion on the position and what is expected
- Brainstorming theme and session ideas
- Sharing your strengths and skills and how you can contribute to the team
If you have any questions about camp or the counselor process, please feel free to reply to this email or call our office at 419-674-2297. You can also visit our camp website at http://u.osu.edu/hardincamp. Please reach out to me if you are on the fence and we can talk more about the commitment and role.