Get Involved: Youth Folk Camp
Youth Folk Camp is our only Alabama Folk School Workshop designed just for rising 5th-12th graders. This session is a unique combination of summer overnight camp and folk school instruction in music, pottery, painting, and more! Campers may choose one major and minor class for the workshop, all taught by experienced farmers, musicians, and artists. Some experience with violin, guitar, or banjo is recommended for music class majors.
Counselors are 18+: Counselors may attend classes, facilitate activities, create a fun and inviting atmospheres for their campers, are responsible for keeping track of their campers and ensure a safe session.
Instructors: Instructors are picked by our Alabama Folk School Director, Caitlin Lollar. Instructors are paid
Support Staff: Support staff members are 24+ aged individuals who help with set ups and take down of activities and are there to be support for cabins.
If you are interested in being an instructor, please email Caitlin at folkschool@campmcdowell.org