Fees & Activities March 12-14

BLUEGRASS JAM REGISTRATION SLIP—DUE FRIDAY, MARCH 5 Once this Registration Slip and your Fee are received, we will mail your packet of forms These forms must be completed and brought to camp.

Camper’s Name: _______________________________ Male/Female: _____________________________

Address: _____________________________________ Birthdate: _______________________________

City/State/Zip: ________________________________ Day Phone: ______________________________

Parent/Guardian: ______________________________ Evening Phone: ____________________________

Email: ______________________________________ Instrument _______________________________

$60 camp fee required. This Registration Slip and Fee serve as a reservation for camp. No refunds will be granted for cancellations after March 5 except for medical emergency.

Fees & Activities Registration slip and $60 fee should be returned to: Bluegrass Jam Southwest Virginia 4-H Center 25236 Hillman Highway Abingdon, VA 24210 Registrations and fees are due by March 5, 2010 (no late registrations will be accepted). Checks may be made out to SWVA 4-H Center. If you have any questions, or to request more information, contact: Win Iden Program Director (276) 676-6180 [email protected] Persons needing any assistive devices, services, or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the 4-H Educational Center at (276) 676-6180 during business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to discuss accommodations two weeks prior to the event.

March 12-14 Virginia Cooperative Extension programs and employment are open to all, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, veteran status, national origin, disability, or political affiliation. An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.

Southwest Virginia 4-H Educational Center Abingdon, VA

Bluegrass Jam Do you play music, and enjoy learning and jamming with other musicians? Want to learn more about traditional and Bluegrass music?

The Southwest Virginia 4-H Center will be hosting a musical weekend for youth who play, or want to learn to play Bluegrass. Bring your guitar, banjo, mandolin, or bass for clinics, jam sessions, and a Sunday performance. All you need is an instrument and a basic playing ability. Clinics by local players will be offered in the following disciplines: Acoustic guitar Banjo Mandolin Bass If you play another instrument, feel free to bring it along for improvisational jam sessions! The Bluegrass Jam is open to any youth in the Southwest District, aged 9-13 (as of September 30, 2010). To register, just fill out the preregistration form on this page, and we’ll send you all the necessary forms. Registration costs $60 and includes all meals, lodging, snacks and activities.

Storytelling This weekend isn’t just for musicians either. If you don’t play an instrument, you will have the opportunity to learn about the traditional craft of storytelling. You’ll spend the weekend exploring how the art of telling stories has played a role in the history of Appalachia. You’ll also have the chance to learn traditional stories, new stories, and practice all the special skills for which great storytellers are known. In addition to storytelling, you’ll have the chance to sing with our musicians and learn bluegrass vocal tunes. Finally, you will participate in the Sunday performance as we weave stories, songs and music for an audience.

How to Register To register for this event, here’s what you’ll need to do: Fill out the pre-registration form on the other side of this page. Send the registration form and $60 camp fee to the SWVA 4-H Center (25236 Hillman Hwy., Abingdon, VA 24210) by March 5, 2010 to reserve your spot (sorry, we cannot accept late registrations). We will send you health, medication and a few other forms. Fill them out and bring them with you to camp. Get ready for some fun!

What if I need to cancel or get a refund? We understand that cancellations may be necessary sometimes. If you cancel before March 5, you will receive a full refund. No refunds can be given after March 5, except in cases of medical emergency. The SWVA 4-H Center is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). More information about the ACA and camp resources for families can be found at www.acacamps.org