Look who's coming...

Well folks, as Dock of the Bay approaches, so does the end of Dock of the Bay. Sure, it's a big event that take a lot of fun, yet hard work...but it also symbolizes the unofficial beginning of another busy summer of summer camper at the Eastern 4-H Center.

Once Dock of the Bay concludes:
The Kentucky 4-H Ambassadors arrive on May 9...we'll do kayaking, forestry, interpretive boat rides...they'll also go to the beach for some sightseeing...mainly because they just don't have any beaches in Kentucky, unless you count those on the Mighty Mississip'....

As they Depart, the Region Q Youth Group will arrive. No, "We don't need no rest!" We'll be just fine. If anything, the groups that depart here usually leave exhausted from all the rip-romping we put them through. Life in the pocosin is hard, but unique...and showcasing that through fun programs is what we do better than any other similar facility. Nevertheless, I'm certain we'll have some fun teambuilding and outdoor rec to do with Region Q.

The Creswell Prom is also that weekend. I'm certain they'll find our waterfront as the perfect backdrop for Prom Pictures...

When Region Q and the prom cease, we'll open our doors to LeaderShape...one of the best college leadership programs in the state...their here for a week...last year, the NC State student president was on hand...

LeaderShape leaves, but only to drive right past Opening Doors, another NC State breakthrough program that leads diversity training workshops.

Then:
The Tyrrell-Washington Partnership for Children Banquet, followed by Lawrence Academy's activity day wrap up with Opening Doors.

After all of this fun, the EOG celebrations materialize, right at our own pool and gamefields for local elementary schools. This, along with Jackson Middle School finalize May Madness. But Jackson is actually in June.

We have some open days...well, two to be exact. May 23 is totally open, if you're looking to book a birthday party, activity day, or even a "shotgun wedding". But who gets married on a Monday (I could, I reckon). May 28 is the only other open day, and it would be more appropriate for a wedding, as it is a Saturday. However ,we can squeeze groups in to some great dates...just call and talk to our Reservationist - Nikki. She is the Keeper of the Calendar.

After May, Staff Training starts, then Summer Camp.

Enjoy the day...