The Northwest Louisiana 4-H Challenge Camp was held on February 6-7 in Bossier Parish. Around 80 campers from the ages of 12-14 along with roughly 20 teen counselors were in attendance including five from Jackson Parish, three who were campers and two more in the capacity of teen counselors. 

Representing Jackson Parish were:
Carter Norris – QHS – Camper
Eliza Guin – QHS – Teen Counselor
Emma Guin – QHS – Camper
Jake Potts – QHS – Teen Counselor
Rhys Hall – WHS – Camper

The two day camp provided campers with a large variety of activities that covered everything from outdoor cooking, food prep, drone flying and safety, rock climbing,  service projects, learning how to dress professionally and how to know what to wear and when, to creative writing and table etiquette. They even got a chance to meet “Bigfoot”. 

“The Challenge Camp was a great success for our 4-H group,” said Jackson Parish 4-H Director Kristina Bourgeous. “Our 4-H’ers jumped right in as counselors and campers, while also helping with problem solving and leading groups. It was a great learning experience.”

ay 2 of Challenge Camp…
With about 80 campers in the 12-14 year range plus about 20 older teen counselors, this day was made to be a blast! From outdoor cooking and food prep, to drone flying and safety, to rock climbing, to service projects, to learning how to dress professionally and how to know what to wear when, to creative writing and table etiquette, these Jackson 4-Hers have had a camp to remember forever. Shoutout to our campers and counselors for a great learning experience at Challenge Camp 2025 – 4-H: Where Legends Are Made…
Carter Norris – QHS – Camper
Eliza Guin – QHS – Teen Counselor
Emma Guin – QHS – Camper
Jake Potts – QHS – Teen Counselor
Rhys Hall – WHS – Camper