Camp Rankin Offers Fun, Skill Building to 4-H Members

Two hundred 4-H members will embark on summer adventures to help them live healthy and build leadership skills that will benefit both them and their communities.

Camp Rankin will host five, five-day camps from July 3 to August 5 for members between the ages of nine and 15.

"The positive educational experience that 4-H members receive at Camp Rankin has proven to be a success for almost four decades," said John MacDonell, Minister of Agriculture. "4-H members develop life skills and make lasting friendships during their time at camp."

Camp Rankin, built in 1972 by volunteers as a Centennial project of the Richmond County 4-H Leader's Council, was the first 4-H camp in the Atlantic provinces. The camp is located on 60 acres of land at Cape George, near St. Peters, Richmond Co.

"4-H members often say that going to Camp Rankin was one of the best experiences they've had. Many young people will return to repeat their camp experience or get jobs as camp staff," said Ruth Grant, senior 4-H program co-ordinator. "Once again this year, members can bring a buddy to camp to promote the 4-H program as a positive experience and recruit new 4-H members."

The camp features hiking trails, beach and a dining and recreation hall. Camp counsellors lead the youth through 4-H skills sessions and traditional camp activities.