This year’s 4-H Camp on Rota included 34 campers and 16 counselors, all contributing to community development and youth engagement. The Rota 4-H Camp Maga’lahi is a summer camp designed for children ages 7 to 12. It provides a memorable educational experience through a variety of outdoor activities, engaging presentations, and hands-on learning opportunities.
A group photo of all houses with the two overall camp leads in Rota.
This year’s 4-H Camp on Rota included 34 campers and 16 counselors, all contributing to community development and youth engagement. The Rota 4-H Camp Maga’lahi is a summer camp designed for children ages 7 to 12. It provides a memorable educational experience through a variety of outdoor activities, engaging presentations, and hands-on learning opportunities.
The annual 4-H Camp Maga’lahi on Rota was a tremendous success. Held collaboratively by Northern Marianas College Cooperative Research, Extension, and Education Services (NMC-CREES) and 4-H Marianas, the camp took place at Sinapalo Children’s Park from July 15 to 19.
Throughout the week, campers had the opportunity to acquire new skills and explore their island's culture. They expanded their knowledge in areas such as vertical mangrove crab farming, healthy lifestyles, power distribution, safety protocols, and power plants. Additionally, campers made new friends and had valuable bonding time with their counselors.
Counselors also gained valuable experience through their preparation and interactions with the campers. They had the opportunity to enhance their leadership and communication skills while fulfilling their responsibilities. One counselor shared, “Camp has helped me become more social and confident while speaking with others,”
Parents of campers could see differences in their kids after camp. A parent of a camper said, “My son is happy after camp and is excited to go to camp the next day.” Another parent of a camper also saw a positive improvement in her child and said, “Camp helped my child be more social.”
NMC-CREES Family, Community, Youth Development Program Extension Aide, Tonica Barcinas said, “I look forward to having more campers, counselors, and parents volunteer their time for this period.”
This year’s 4-H Camp on Rota was a great success, thanks to the support of numerous partners and sponsors. We extend our gratitude to the NMC CREES Aquaculture Program, NMC CREES Nutrition & Health Program, Commonwealth Utilities Corporation Rota, Department of Fire and Medical Services Rota, Department of Labor, Department of Commerce, Office of the Lieutenant Governor David M. Apatang, Representative Julie M. Ogo, Rota Mayor Aubry Hocog’s Office, 19th Rota Municipal Council, and NMC Director Diana Hocog for their invaluable contributions.
For more information about 4-H Marianas programs, visit the NMC-CREES website at crees.marianas.edu or on Facebook and Instagram @4HMarianas.
Campers and counselors sing camp songs at the beach in Rota.