The Clermont Garden Club supports Wekiva Youth Camp, sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Club.
The purpose of the Wekiva camp is to instill respect for REAL Florida and to promote conservation in our young people. the Clermont Garden Club sponsors students and promotes scholarships for those who qualify.
Wekiva Youth Camp is a residential nature camp for 3rd thru 8th-grade youngsters sponsored by the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs.Inc.(FFGC) for the purpose of instilling a love and respect for the REAL Florida in our youth through nature study, conservation and protection of our environment for the future of our state and our planet. Wekiva Youth Camp has been located at Wekiva Springs park since 1974 and has been accredited by the American Camp Association. Wekiva Youth Camp is comprised of six one-week sessions during June and July in Wekiva Springs State Park, where FFGC (a non-profit organization) partners with the Florida Parks Service to improve and maintain the facilities.
Adult Volunteers and Environmental Educators serve as Program Leaders and Role Models for our campers. The infirmary is staffed 24/7 with a Registered Nurse on-site daily. The Camp Director supervises the activities of the Campers and Counselors, many of whom were former campers themselves. The camp promises an unforgettable experience enjoying nature, crafts, nature study, swimming, good food, hiking and the beauty of the natural world in a magical, pristine setting. Campers should be interested in nature and like the outdoors. Florida residency is not required and campers are welcomed without regard to race, color, religion or ethnicity. Campers enjoy a unique outdoor living and learning experience, with close supervision. Our motto for our youth is “Campers Today- Environmental Leaders Tomorrow”.
Wekiva Youth Camp is located at Wekiva Springs Park, 1800 Wekiva Circle, Apopka, Florida. For more information visit: WekivaYouth Camp.org, application can be downloaded at www.ClermontGardenClub.com. Deadline for applications is March 15th, 2022. Call 352-2434025 or email grammytina@cfl.rr.com.
