Student collaboration, teamwork, sharing ideas, and mutual respect is a big part of our youth programs.
Programs utilize top-notch facilities from athletic areas to high-level research labs, fun & safe recreational sites, and technology classrooms.
Youth learn in small settings from UNH Faculty, Professional Staff, and Students, along with teachers and experts in the field.
We're outdoors, having fun, and keeping it active!
Programs are held on two UNH campuses, but also throughout New Hampshire, including islands along NH's coastline.
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Whether you’re looking for day or overnight youth programs and camps, from academic enrichment to sports, our Youth Programs provide an endless array of opportunities for students from kindergarten through high school. Programs are held on the main UNH campus in Durham and throughout the State. Students benefit from faculty/staff interactions and the use of facilities of the State's flagship University. Activities for youth happen year round - view our 6 program subject areas below.
The University of New Hampshire has made the difficult decision to cancel in-person, on-campus youth programs in summer, 2021.
The decision was made after careful review of available staffing, COVID-19 health and safety requirements, and the significant work required over the summer to ensure the university can open fully for the fall semester.
We regret any inconvenience this may cause for family summer planning. We truly appreciate your interest in our youth programs and camps and look forward to providing our usual educational and fun summer opportunities for youth in 2022.
Note that Barry Conservation 4-H Camp, held in Berlin, NH will happen in 2021.
Some programs are offering remote learning options for the summer:
COVID-19 Family & Educator Resources
UNH continues to offer youth families and educators support and resources:
View our UNH Family & Educator Resources
It includes brief descriptions and links to find lots of student & family activities and professional development for educators in the time of COVID-19.
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Our faculty, staff and students, along with teachers and expert guests, offer a wide array of academic enrichment programs designed to keep young learners engaged. Students expand their knowledge through new and thought-provoking activities.
Summer Programs:
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Our arts programs immerse students in the visual and performing arts where they learn new methods and skills, and participate in performance events. Students have access to UNH's Performing Arts Center with it's 700-seat theatre, the UNH Museum of Art, and other studio and performance space.
Summer Programs:
Keep moving and improve skills in our athletic camps! Sport clinics/tournaments are offered throughout the year, along with summer camps in 14 sports. Instructional staff include UNH and other college coaches and student-athletes. Participants have access to our state-of-the-art athletic facilities on the Durham campus.
Summer Camps:
o Boys Basketball o Girls Basketball o Field Hockey o Football o Gymnastics o Girls Ice Hockey o Ice Hockey Prospect Showcase o Wildcat Hockey School o Girls Lacrosse o Boys Soccer o Girls Soccer o Track & Field/Distance Running o Volleyball
A variety of recreational activities are offered year-round, including Swim Lessons. In the summer, Camp Wildcat, Cat's Can Cook and Sailing/Kayaking/SUP are day camps. Barry Conservation 4-H camp is an overnight camp located in the White Mountains in Berlin, NH.
Summer Programs:
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Programs in the STEM disciplines give students the unique opportunity to gain high-level instruction while utilizing facilities and equipment of a research University. Choose from interest areas including technology, engineering, and science.
Summer Programs:
Throughout the State, 4-H helps young students acquire knowledge, develop life skills and form attitudes that help them become self-directed, productive, contributing members of society. 4-H leaders guide youth through the fun learning process.
Full listings of all 4-H youth programs that occur year-round: 4-H Youth Development
Summer Programs:
