# Event Details - **Event Name**: Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 30 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am – Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm - **Event Description**: Catch, scoop, and explore insects and creek critters across three wild locations—build skills, empathy, confidence, curiosity, & knowledge.About this EventCreepy Crawly Critters Camp: Bugs, Water, and Wild DiscoveriesGet ready to explore the small creatures that make a big impact! This three-day 4‑H camp is all about building curiosity, respect, and hands-on skills while learning about insects and other invertebrates—on land and in water.Dates & Time:June 30 (Walhalla Extension Office), July 7 (Clemson University Forest - Wildcat Creek Picnic Area), and July 14 (Oak Grove 4-H Center and Barn)9:00 AM – 12:00 PMREGISTRATION NOTE: You MUST get a ticket for each day, but only pay once! **NEW** Single day tickets. Who:Open to all 4‑H members (all ages)Limited to 15 participantsWhere:Each day brings a new setting as we explore different habitats:Oconee Extension Office & nearby outdoor areasWildcat Picnic Area & creek in Clemson University ForestOak Grove 4‑H Center & Barn(Exact plans may shift slightly depending on weather.)This camp will be co-led by Emily Riquelme, Walhalla High School Spanish teacher and 4‑H Volunteer Leader.Over three mornings, participants will investigate the world of invertebrates through hands-on exploration, simple scientific techniques, and creative activities. We’ll focus on how to observe, identify, and understand these creatures, and why they matter.Camp experiences may include:Learning what makes an insect an insect (and what doesn’t!)Catching, observing, and identifying insects and other invertebratesPracticing ethical collection, observation, and release techniquesUsing microscopes and tools to take a closer lookExploring aquatic ecosystems and creek lifeCreating simple tools like observation containersBuilding projects inspired by insect life cycles and habitatsParticipating in a group bioblitz to document what we findParticipants will spend time both indoors and outdoors, working within habitats (but really, what isn't a habitat?!) whenever possible. We’ll get curious, ask questions, and take a closer look at creatures that are often overlooked—or misunderstood.Our goal is simple: to help young naturalists feel confident exploring, noticing, and understanding the living world around them.TO BRING:Dress to get messy—we’ll be outdoors and in the water. Generally wear closed-toe shoes and bring a refillable water bottle and your favorite snack (basic snacks provided). We'll send emails after each session and before the next starts to confirm location and with any additional information.All core materials are provided. Some scholarship funding is available.__________________________________Refund statement: Full payment is due upon registration. No refunds will be issued after participation in the event has started.Membership requirement: Current 4-H membership in is required for participation in this event.Custodial Care: Please note that this event and its coordinators do not assume custodial care of youth in attendance. Adults (parents, guardians, volunteers, coaches, teachers, or other chaperones) must be present for the supervision of youth participants.Civil Rights Statement - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/central/oconee-4-h-creepy-crawly-critter-camp-2026/100001991697625212 - **Event Categories**: trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Wildcat Creek Picnic Area - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 50, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Central - **state**: SC - **country**: United States - **location**: Wildcat Creek Picnic Area - **lat**: 34.7561035 - **long**: -82.8563003 - **full address**: Wildcat Creek Picnic Area, Issaqueena Lake Road, Central, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/5c90e4bd844f1111ea231d49c0a6868de59df37b08805fc8fa32a0284f538fdf-rimg-w1200-h600-dc191915-gmir.jpg?v=1781214574 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026 being held? - **A:** Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026 takes place on Tue, 30 Jun, 2026 at 09:00 am to Tue, 14 Jul, 2026 at 12:00 pm at Wildcat Creek Picnic Area, Issaqueena Lake Road, Central, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026? - **A:** Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026 is organized by Oconee County 4-H. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Oconee 4-H Creepy Crawly Critter Camp 2026", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/5c90e4bd844f1111ea231d49c0a6868de59df37b08805fc8fa32a0284f538fdf-rimg-w1200-h600-dc191915-gmir.jpg?v=1781214574", "startDate": "2026-06-30", "endDate": "2026-07-14", "url": "https://allevents.in/central/oconee-4-h-creepy-crawly-critter-camp-2026/100001991697625212", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "Wildcat Creek Picnic Area", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Issaqueena Lake Road", "postalCode": "29630", "addressLocality": "Central", "addressRegion": "SC", "addressCountry": "US" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "34.7561035", "longitude": "-82.8563003" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Catch, scoop, and explore insects and creek critters across three wild locations—build skills, empathy, confidence, curiosity, & knowledge.", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-09", "availabilityEnds": "2026-07-14", "validFrom": "2026-09-09", "lowPrice": "0.00", "highPrice": "50.00", "price": "0.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/central/oconee-4-h-creepy-crawly-critter-camp-2026/100001991697625212" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-09", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-09-09", "url": "https://allevents.in/central/oconee-4-h-creepy-crawly-critter-camp-2026/100001991697625212", "price": "50.00", "name": "Paid Participation (use this ONCE)" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "USD", "availabilityStarts": "2026-09-09", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-09-09", "url": "https://allevents.in/central/oconee-4-h-creepy-crawly-critter-camp-2026/100001991697625212", "price": 0, "name": "Already Paid/Non-paying (use this for other days)" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Oconee County 4-H", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/oconee-county-4-h/25066595", "description": "Clemson University Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development uses a learn-by-doing approach to help youth gain the knowledge and skills to be responsible, productive and contributing members of society. 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