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Macomb County Executive
Mark A. Hackel
Michigan State University Extension
For Immediate Release
Marinda Ochs
(586) 783-8163
Media Contact: [email protected]
Date:
May 4, 2015
Macomb County MSUE 4-H to host Outdoorama
Area 4-H members will soon have the opportunity to explore Michigan’s natural environment through
the Macomb County 4-H Outdoorama. 4-H Outdoorama gives youth ages 10 to 19 the opportunity to
experience the outdoors in a one-day camp that focuses on environmental and outdoor education.
Participants will attend nine sessions throughout the day, ranging from orienteering to shooting sports
to shelter building.
“4-H is centered on a learn-by-doing approach and Outdoorama is evident of that,” said Marinda Ochs,
4-H program coordinator for Macomb County. “Youth will have hands-on experiences throughout the
day, such as identifying wild plants or tying a fishing knot. Experienced 4-H volunteers and staff
provide them with guidance and support. This is a volunteer-driven event with 4-H volunteers from
multiple counties.”
“This event is about providing youth the chance to enjoy time outdoors,” said Joe Whitenight, 4-H
volunteer and chair of the Macomb County 4-H Outdoor Education and Recreation Program
Committee. “The kids have a fun time while developing a deeper appreciation for the outdoors.”
The registration deadline is Wednesday, May 20. The form can be found at http://bit.ly/MCOrama15.
4-H Outdoorama will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 30 at Camp Rotary in Ray
Township. The fee to attend is $5, which includes lunch. For more information, contact Marinda at
[email protected] or (586) 783-8163. To learn more about Michigan 4-H, visit
4h.msue.msu.edu.
Michigan State University Extension (MSUE) brings educational programs to residents, empowering
them to improve their lives and community. County-based MSUE staff, in concert with on-campus
faculty members, serve residents with programming focused on agriculture, natural resources,
children, youth, families, community and economic development.
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