Event Registration for 4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp 2025

Applicant Information

Name & Address

* First Name

* Last Name

Alternate First Name

* Address

Addt'l Address

* City

* State

* Country

* Zipcode

* Phone Number

* E-mail If you supply an e-mail address, a receipt for your registration will automatically be sent to that account. An e-mail address is required to pay using a credit card.

* Age as of July 20, 2025 (Those 18 and older will need to complete a background check) The camp is for counselors between the ages of 16 and 20.

* Are you a U.S. Citizen?

School Information

Expected Year of Graduation Please indicate your year of graduation if you haven't graduated yet.

* Current/Past School Name

* Current or Past School City

4-H Information

* Are you currently an enrolled member of 4-H?

* County in which you are enrolled in 4-H or would be enrolled in 4-H if a member

Please indicate the number of years you have been in 4-H if applicable Enter a whole number between 1 and 16.

Camp Information

* Have you attended 4-H Great Lakes Natural Resources Camp before?

If yes, how many years did you previously attend? Enter a whole number greater than or equal to 0.

If you have attended previous years, please indicate the years separated by commas

* How did you hear about the Great Lakes Natural Resources Camp?

If you selected other above please specify how you heard about the program

* Adult T-Shirt Shirt Size

Please upload a photo or send in a photo similar to passport photo with the focus on your face: Please upload a photo of your face similar to a passport photo or send to Raye Host at 446 West Circle Dr., Room 160, East Lansing, MI 48824 or hostrae1@msu.edu within 10 business days of your application submission.

* Please indicate your gender identity for overnight housing purposes:

What concerns do you have (if any) about participating in this program?:

Camp Experience Questions

* Why do you want to be a camp counselor and what do you hope to gain from the experience?: Why do you want to be a 4-H Great Lakes & Natural Resources Camp counselor and what do you hope to gain from the experience?

* What qualities or skills do you possess that would help in your role as a counselor?:

* What leadership experiences have you had that contribute to your abilities to work as a counselor?: What leadership experiences have you had (through work, school or as a volunteer) that contribute to your abilities to work as a counselor?

* What qualities do you feel make a good leader?:

* Do you have any certifications?: Do you have any special certifications? If yes, please list them and provide a copy of your certification card. (We strongly encourage you to get one or more of these – First Aid, CPR, Lifeguarding, Lifesaving, Water Safety Instructor, etc.)

* Describe what you think is the best way to handle the situations listed below: 6. Describe what you think is the best way to handle the situations listed below: a. A camper who refuses to participate b. Camper(s) or counselor(s) involved in any activity that could be considered harmful c. Any camper who is disruptive during an activity d. You personally dislike a camper or counselor

* What is your definition or perception of authority?:

* What type of authority do you think you would or should have as a camp counselor?:

* Reference Information: In addition to the letter of recommendation you provide as part of this application packet, please provide the name and phone number of another unrelated adult who could serve as a reference for you. Also, indicate the context in which this person knows you (teacher, employer, 4-H leader, etc.)

Please upload your letter of recommendation: Please upload your letter of recommendation here or send to Raye Host at 446 West Circle Dr. Room 160, East Lansing, MI 48824 or hostrae1@msu.edu within 10 business days of your application submission.

4-H Great Lakes and Natural Resources Camp 2025

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