JR Counselor Program
Teens ages 14-16, as of Sept. 1st of the current school year, are able to apply to be a Jr. Counselor at Camp Cloverleaf for weeks of youth summer camp, where youth ages 8-12 attend as a camper. Jr. Counselors will pay the early bird fee for each week of camp they attend as a Jr. Counselor. If accepted into the Jr. Counselor Program, participants will receive detailed registration instructions in your acceptance letter. We highly encourage you to read through the description for each week of camp below and pick a week(s) with a theme you are passionate about and are available to attend this summer!
Registration for all summer camp programs will be open 9:00 am EST on January 28 and will be available on a first-come-first serve basis. Individual camper registrations cannot be made, or positions held, over the phone or via email. Any registrations must be reserved using 4-H Online. Full payment of registration fees must also be received to secure a place at camp. Upon receipt of the camper’s completed forms in 4-H online and payment, a confirmation email will be sent to confirm registration is complete.
Ages: Youth aged 8-12 years old, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
Join us for a week of experiments and discoveries as we learn how exciting science and technology can be! Create rockets and see them fly, design a city with Legos, and conduct science experiments. Use your imagination in this S.T.E.A.M. focused week, while also participating in archery, swimming, team building, and a whole lot of fun night activities!
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Ages: Youth aged 8-12 years old, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
Are you ready to become a detective and learn how to find evidence, uncover clues, and follow your hunch during this mystery-filled week of camp? Traditional camp experiences such as kayaking, archery, and swimming will happen throughout the week. Grab your notepad, and be ready to become an elite part of the C.S.I.
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Ages: Youth aged 8-12 years old, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
Camp is a place of wonder and discovery, with nature all around us. Join us as we explore our camp’s great outdoors and learn about the environment. Campers can touch an alligator, hold a snake, and learn all about the plants and animals that call Camp Cloverleaf home. Kayaking out on the beautiful Lake Francis and learning how to shoot archery is only a bit of the amazing time we’ll have!
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Ages: Youth aged 8-12 years old, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
This week of camp is designed specifically for Military Kids - dependents of FL National Guard and Gold Star Families will get priority but all branches and dependents of veterans are encouraged to apply as well. The goal is to create lasting friendships and bonds within their military youth community. Throughout the week, youth will engage in hands-on, outdoor activities (kayaking, swimming, science classes, campfires, etc.), while also participating in wellness and healthy living activities.
Celebrating America's birthday and our freedoms will also be a part of the theme during this week. Registration is open to dependents registered in DEERS, with full registration costs being covered by the Florida Army National Guard Child and Youth Program. Registration approval will come only after military verification has been received and the Child and Youth Program approves it.
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Ages: Youth aged 13-16 years old, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
Join us for an exclusive teen only week at Camp Cloverleaf! Teens will get to experience all their favorite parts of camp, such as building leadership skills, participating in team-building challenges, fishing, kayaking, and enjoying s’mores at the campfire. Additionally, they will enjoy an off-site adventure during the week, just for them. It is set to be a fantastic week of fun and friends that you won’t want to miss.
Optional Educational Track during Teen Week:
Curious about tech? Wonder how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can shape the future? Join us for an unforgettable, hands-on adventure at camp — no experience required!
Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a research study as part of the camp activities but do not have to in order to attend our camp. See online registration site for details. UF IRB Approval IRB202600120.
What You’ll Do:
- Experiment with Interactive AI Tools
- Learn about Image Classification
- Engage with Emerging Researchers from UF
- Collaborate with Teens Across Florida
- Take part in research to design interfaces to help train AI
If Interested apply here first: Camp Cloverleaf Teen Week AI Track Interest Form - HCCML – Fill out form. Once your child’s application is submitted, staff with a ufl.edu email address will reach out with next steps within a week of applying.
Questions about this track or the research?
- Contact Dr. Katie Stofer, UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, (352) 273-3690, stofer@ufl.edu or
- Dr. Jeremy Waisome, UF Department of Engineering Education, (352) 294-3637, jwaisome@eng.ufl.edu
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Ages: Youth aged 11-15, as of Sept 1st of current school year
Are you interested in Shooting Sports, sportfishing, or other outdoor recreational activities? Florida 4-H offers a wide variety of shooting sports programs. Campers can select the track that is most interesting to them. During the track, campers will learn the basics and be able to practice and play games. In the afternoons, we will explore the great outdoors with our Traditional Camp Experiences. This camp is designed for ages 11-15.
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Ages: Youth aged 8-12, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
Join us for a week of experiments and discoveries as we learn how exciting science and technology can be! Create rockets and see them fly, design a city with Legos, and conduct science experiments. Use your imagination in this S.T.E.A.M. focused week, while also participating in archery, swimming, team building, and a whole lot of fun night activities!
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Ages: Youth aged 8-12 years old, as of Sept. 1st of current school year
Camp is a place of wonder and discovery, with nature all around us. Join us as we explore our camp’s great outdoors and learn about the environment. Campers can touch an alligator, hold a snake, and learn all about the plants and animals that call Camp Cloverleaf home. Kayaking out on the beautiful Lake Francis and learning how to shoot archery is only a bit of the amazing time we’ll have!
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