Operation: Military Kids
2011 Summer Camps
Operation: Military Kids is a nationwide program began by the U.S. Army. Our goal is clear: to team with America’s communities to provide support to the children and youth of families impacted by deployments.
As part of OMK, the Florida 4-H Military Program supports the “suddenly military” families right here in Florida before, during and after parents are deployed. Focus is on the National Guard and Reserve members who are isolated from a military installation, but the program has been expanded to encompass all branches of service and the active duty families as well. With Extension in all Florida counties, a unique partnership is developed to assist military families.
Here are the dates for our 2011 Summer Camps:
20-24 JUN 11 Camp Ocala for campers 8-12 years old
11-15 JUL 11 Camp Timpoochee for campers 8-12 years old
25-29 JUL 11 Camp Cloverleaf for campers 8-12 years old
01-05 AUG 11 Camp Cherry Lake for teens 13-18 years old
Who can attend?
Operation: Military Kids Summer Camps are open to youth of Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve parents. Retired service members’ youth and civilians' children, and parents who work for the military, are placed on a waiting list.
Age Requirements
Campers between the ages of 8-12, must have turned at least 8 by June 1, 2011. Campers between the ages of 13 - 18, must have turned 13 by September 1, 2010.
Any youth (ages 14-18) interested in being a Cabin Counselor or Counselor in Training should contact Jennifer Williams at Camp Timpoochee at 850-897-2224.
Registration Opens: March 15, 2011
Registration Deadline is June 1, 2011
Cost of Camp
Camp cost is $55 for Active, Guard, and Reserve component. This fee is nonrefundable and due before youth can be registered and a place reserved.
Camp cost for Retirees and non-military youth is $175 (8-12)
and $220 (13-18). To register, or for more information go to http://operationmilitarykids.org.
