Campers dance and laugh

4-H Camp at Rutgers Gardens

New Jersey's treasured 4-H Camp program collaborates with Rutgers Gardens each July to offer an exciting day camp for youth ages 6 to 14. The program combines the social and emotional learning of the New Jersey 4-H Camp's communal, tech-free experience with the beautiful environment and educational opportunities of Rutgers Gardens.

Campers can sign up for one or more week-long sessions, during which they bond with their "cabins" throughout the week and enjoy a unique mix of hands-on learning in nature and carefree summer adventures with new friends.

What does a week at 4-H Camp at Rutgers Gardens include?

Campers make a flower craft

A camper hikes through woods

A camper makes a craft

Campers sing along with counselors

Campers run through a sprinkler

A camper has his arm around a friend

Campers redeem veggie bucks at the market

A child runs an obstacle course

4-H Campers at the farm

Campers hold hands

Kids at 4-H Camp at Rutgers Gardens

Getting creative in the gardens

Hiking through Helyar Woods

Studying plants, wildlife, pollinators, and natural habitats

Attending daily communal meetings at base camp

Engaging in camper-initiated activities during free time

Building a community based on mutual respect, curiosity, & kindness

Picking out healthy veggies at the Rutgers Community Farmers Market

Enjoying outdoor games

Touring the Rutgers Gardens Student Farm

Discovering the flora and fauna of Rutgers Gardens

Engaging in hands-on activities with Rutgers Gardens experts

Enjoy this video tour of our camp's first season!

4-H Camp at Rutgers Gardens video