The Youth Campers support our troops in Iraq. God Bless America.
Green Swamp Youth Campers is a very informal loosely organized camping club. We are named for the famous semi-wilderness
area in Polk County, the Green Swamp. However, we DO NOT limit our camping to the Green Swamp! In fact, while we have camped
many places, the Green Swamp has not been one of them. The name is due to the fact that the Youth Campers come from communities
in and around the Green Swamp in northern Polk County.
We hope you also enjoy "Fly Like an Eagle," the musical selection for this page.
Our wish is that everyone feels the the ability to soar above the circumstances of the daily grind. The outdoors can
provide that sense of escape, at least for awhile, and the ability to refresh and renew so that life is more pleasant.
Inclusion in the Green Swamp Youth Campers is by invitation only. From time to time new potential Youth Campers are selected.
These are frequently students that are meeting specific goals for special privileges. This is something which can help motivate
young people to make better choices at home and school. This allows families to have a means to encourage and reward good
choices. It also allows youngsters to have fun in a supervised activity with high standards. We reserve the right to refuse
inclusion to any youth that we feel does not fit with our group, goals, or expectations.
Potential activities may include camping, hiking, backpacking, canoeing, kayaking, rafting, fishing, snorkeling and other
fun, interesting activities. The majority of activities will take place in the state of Florida, but out of state activities
may be considered. Inclusion in activities will be individually determined. There is no attendance requirement. Therefore
it is possible, for example, to choose camping, but not canoeing.
All participants do so at their own risk. A release of liability is required.
