Youth between the ages of 8-18 age as of Jan. 1, are invited to join 4-H for one of several archery experiences.

·May 16, 4-H Introduction to Archery Night: Join this one-night spring session to learn about the Lehigh County 4-H Archery program and the experiences available in Lehigh County.

The session runs 6:30-8 p.m. Attendance is required to join the Beginner Archery Camp. This is a free event with a 4-H registration fee.

·May 29, June 5, 12 and 19, 4-H Beginner Archery Camp: Knowledgeable instructors will work with you to instill the basics of archery and to develop your confidence and competence on the range, creating a solid foundation of knowledge and skill allowing you to progress in this exciting sport. The sessions run 5-8:30 p.m. (divided into two time slots). Attendance May 16 at the Introduction to Archery Night, is required to join the Beginner Archery Camp. Open to campers ages 10-18 as of Jan. 1. A fee is due at the first session May 29.

Register by May 15 at https://4h.zsuite.org/ for both the Introduction to Archery Night and the Beginner Archery Camp.

·Beginning in October, the Intermediate Archery Club, intended for intermediate level archers will be held. Knowledgeable instructors will work with you to extend your previous knowledge of archery, explore deeper level archery opportunities and resources and develop competition-level competence on the range. While not required, access to your own bow (above basic level) is beneficial to get the most of this year-round club experience for those truly interested in advancing in the sport of archery. Registration will open in October.

The camp and club include instruction time with certified archery instructors and the use of archery equipment.

All participants should bring closed-toed shoes and a hair tie to tie back any long hair if necessary.

No loose clothing around the upper body will be permitted.

More club details will be shared with registrants closer to the time of the first session.

For youth who are not already enrolled as 4-H members, there will be a 4-H enrollment fee charge for the Intro night and Intermediate club.

You can pay your registration fee at the time of registration by credit card or by mailing a check made payable to Penn State University to Penn State Extension – Lehigh County, Attn: 4-H Archery Club, 4184 Dorney Park Road, Room 104, Lehigh County Agricultural Center, Allentown, 18104-5798.

Payment must be received for registration to be considered complete and your spot to be held.

Pre-registration is required; no walk-in registrants will be accepted.

If you are interested in this camping experience for your child or for more information on 4-H, contact the Lehigh County 4-H office at 610-391-9840.

Administered in Pennsylvania by Penn State Extension, 4-H is a community of more than 6 million young people across America learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills.

Penn State Extension 4-H youth development educators in all 67 counties throughout the commonwealth administer local 4-H programs through non-formal education and outreach.

To find your local program, visit https://extension.psu.edu/programs/4-h.