JACKSON TWP — Ben Roethlisberger may have his hands full learning a new offense this offseason, but he was in a much more laid-back environment Monday and Tuesday at NexTier Stadium.

The Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback was on Seneca Valley’s campus for the fourth Ben Roethlisberger Football Camp.

At last year’s event, he made a point to throw a pass to every one of the 400-plus campers. He knew he wasn’t going to get away without doing it again this time around.

“We took care of that on Monday,” Roethlisberger said during a break in Tuesday’s event. “My arm’s not as sore as I thought it would be,” he added with a laugh.

This was the second straight year the two-day camp was held at NexTier Stadium.

“The people here are so welcoming,” said ProCamps representative Leslie Pentecost. “We like to have at least three full fields for all the campers and a lot of indoor space in case of bad weather. Seneca Valley has several gyms.”

“The facilities are awesome,” Roethlisberger said. “We appreciate the parents and all the people here at Seneca Valley. It’s been great.”

Seneca Valley head football coach Don Holl served as site coordinator at this year’s camp. He acted as a liaison between the school and the ProCamps staff.

“I think our fieldhouse gives us a strong advantage,” he said. “It’s a great base of operations.”

This year’s camp included 476 youths between the ages of 7 and 14.

“That’s more than we had last year and we’re happy with the increase,” said Pentecost. “The kids travel from everywhere to come to this camp.”

Other representatives from the Steelers who made appearances at the camp included head coach Mike Tomlin, quarterback Charlie Batch and defensive end Brett Keisel.

“I appreciate those guys coming out, but even more than that, it’s really great for the kids,” said Roethlisberger. “They got really excited when Coach Tomlin showed up.”

The Steelers’ hiring of new offensive coordinator Todd Haley, and the players’ reaction to the new playbook, has grabbed much of the offseason attention.

Roethlisberger is encouraged with the progress he and his offensive teammates made at the Steelers’ recent mini-camp.

“I felt good about what we were able to get done,” he said. “We got better. It’s a process. I want to feel like I’m in sync with Coach Haley. We’re not quite there yet, but I’m looking forward to the challenge.”

One familiar face not present at the team workouts was fourth-year wide receiver Mike Wallace, who is in a contract dispute with the Steelers.

Wallace caught 72 passes last season for 1,193 yards and eight touchdowns.

“As long as he’s there the first day of training camp, that’s all that matters,” said Roethlisberger. “I have all the confidence that it will get taken care of.”

Between now and the start of training camp in late July, Roethlisberger is looking for some rest and relaxation with his wife, Ashley.

They were scheduled to fly to Ireland for a two-week stay on Tuesday afternoon.

When asked if he had a personal connection with Ireland, Roethlisberger grinned and said, “Mr. Rooney,” referring to Steelers chairman and the United States’ ambassador to Ireland, Dan Rooney.

“Ireland and Scotland, that’s where golf started and I love golf,” said Roethlisberger, who was sure to pack his clubs.

Roethlisberger and his wife recently announced they are expecting a son, due later this year.

“I’ve always loved kids, that’s why I do this (camp),” he said. “And it won’t be too long that I’ll be throwing passes to my son.”