4-H camp to spark youthful entrepreneurial spirit
By Tracy Courage
U of A System Division of Agriculture
Jan. 22, 2020
Fast Facts
- 4-H Entrepreneur Camp set for Feb. 28-March 1 at 4-H Center in Ferndale
- Youth ages 9-19 can learn how to build and run a business
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LITTLE ROCK – For youth interested in owning their own business one day, a weekend camp may be just the inspiration they need to develop a startup mindset.
“Young entrepreneurs are often told they’re too young, or they don’t know what they’re talking about,” said Julianne Dunn, extension instructor-economic development for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. “We’re here to teach them those skills they may not be able to get elsewhere and show the basics in a way they can understand.
“Whether they have a lemonade stand or a fashion line, this camp will guide attendees into becoming successful and responsible business owners, regardless of age or experience,” she said. “It’s more than just having a great product – entrepreneurs need to know how to run the business.”
Arkansas 4-H will host the weekend entrepreneurship camp Feb. 28 - March 1 at the C.A. Vines Arkansas 4-H Center in Ferndale to teach youth ages 9-19 how to build and run a business.
Cooperative Extension Service faculty with expertise in financial management will introduce camp participants to the practice of entrepreneurship and business ownership, balancing budgets, gathering necessary supplies and team members, and connecting with customers.
Participants also will hear from entrepreneurs of all ages about their experiences and have an opportunity to share their business ideas with entrepreneurship professionals.
“We will have people there who will listen to these youth and give them feedback to encourage their ideas and energy,” she said.
Participants will be divided into groups for all activities based on age and experience. No prior entrepreneurship knowledge is required.
The Entrepreneur Camp was first offered in 2008, having grown out of a 2007 grant from Bank of America for workforce skills training.
It’s not all business. Campers will also enjoy campfires, skits and canoeing, weather permitting. For more information, contact Julianne Dunn at 501-671-2158 or jbdunn@uada.edu.
To learn more about 4-H, contact your county extension office or visit the 4-H website.
About the Division of Agriculture
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture’s mission is to strengthen agriculture, communities, and families by connecting trusted research to the adoption of best practices. Through the Agricultural Experiment Station and the Cooperative Extension Service, the Division of Agriculture conducts research and extension work within the nation’s historic land grant education system.
The Division of Agriculture is one of 20 entities within the University of Arkansas System. It has offices in all 75 counties in Arkansas and faculty on five system campuses.
The Cooperative Extension Service is part of the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture and offers its programs to all eligible persons regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate or need materials in another format, please contact Julianne Dunn at 501-671-2158 as soon as possible. Dial 711 for Arkansas Relay.
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Media Contact: Tracy Courage
Director of Communications
U of A Division of Agriculture
Cooperative Extension Service
(501) 671-2126
tcourage@uada.edu