Manatee County 4-H Summer Camps

Manatee County 4-H consists of a variety of programs that teach youth life skills to help them grow to be successful adults. Our summer camps are open for registration! We have Makers Camp, Eco-Explorers and Animal Science! Head to our website to learn more and sign up.

Animal Science (June 30-July 3, 2025)
Location: 4-H Center & field trip locations
Explore fields relating to animal and veterinary science and participate in hands-on learning activities. Participants will gain animal handling experience while having the opportunity to visit and explore local farms and animal facilities. This is a 4 day camp.
Registration open from March 1st to June 16th.

Makers Camp (July 14-18, 2025)
Location: 4-H Center
Discover a variety of projects that Manatee County 4-H has to offer! Learn from local experts and create projects in a variety of areas, from sewing and cooking to woodworking and electricity.
This camp helps to provide participants with the tools and support needed to complete a project of their choice (covered in camp) for entry into the 4-H Manatee County Fair (January 2026).
Registration open from March 1st to June 30th.

Eco-Explorers (Aug 4-8, 2025)
Location: Emerson Point Preserve
Learn about local environments and ecosystems, make scientific inquiries and observations, participate in hands-on activities in entomology, marine science, wildlife, horticulture, and outdoor survival skills.
Registration open from March 1st to July 21st.

Locations:

Emerson Point Preserve
5801 17th St W.
Palmetto, FL 34221

4H Center
1303 17th St. W.
Palmetto, FL 34221