2014 Camp 5210
Camp 5210 helps children and their families become more fit by participating in fun games and
activities that promote healthy eating, good nutrition, and exercise. Sessions provide children
and their family members with instruction related to nutrition, fitness, health, and behavioral
issues that parents or guardians can use to improve the overall health of their children and their
families. A nurse is also on hand to help families with questions or concerns related to their
children’s health. 5210 stands for: 5 fruits and vegetables a day, 2 hours or less of screen time
per day (TV, computer, video games, etc.), 1 hour or more of physical activity each day, 0
sugar-sweetened drinks.
During the 2014 camp alone, we were able to screen 203 children, of which:
- 34% fell into the “at risk” category for obesity
- 8% did not have a primary care provider (able to provide referrals and assistance in applying for health benefits)
- and 23 family nutrition counseling and planning were provided
