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REACH Summer Camp Guide 2015 – P 1
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Each year, REACH works with local camp providers to bring information and special discounts to youth living in REACH housing. This is a guide to many affordable options for summer activities for your child, from day camps to overnight camps. To help you get the information as soon as it is available, we will be posting updated information on our website as soon as it is available. THIS DOCUMENT will be updated regularly, so please check back for a newer version often! Apply to camps as early as possible – the earlier you apply, the more likely you are to reserve a spot and the more money you are likely to receive in financial assistance. Note: REACH is not affiliated with, nor do we endorse any camps. This guide is informational, and you should do your own research to find the camps that are best suited for your children. Also check out MetroParent’s Camp Guide online for info about lots of local camps.
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SO MANY OPTIONS!
• How do I choose? • What’s right for my child? • Which financial aid opportunities are the best? • How much financial aid can I ask for? • How can I budget for summer activities?
REACH’s Youth Development Coordinator can help!
Angie Lancaster 503.501.5732 | [email protected] Listed in order of information received (newest at the top) Last updated: 5/26/2015 Note: Some camps only have online applications, but many offer or require paper versions of application and financial assistance forms. All printable forms are on file at REACH and we are happy to mail them to your address if you would prefer that to printing them yourself. All links highlighted in blue should take you directly to camp websites, registration forms, or scholarship applications. SUN Community School Summer Camp and Community Guide Cost Vary based on program and duration. Many events listed within the guide are free. Ages All ages Contact Individual location contact information available at
http://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/finder/index.cfm?ShowResults=yes&AmenityTypeID=9 Location Varied Description SUN Community Schools are a collaboration between Multnomah County Department of
School, Portland Parks & Recreation, and Centennial, Reynolds, Parkrose, David Douglas, Gresham-Barlow, and Portland Public School Districts. Eleven sites are operated by PP&R. Critical components of the program include education, social services, multicultural and cultural arts, recreation and leisure services, health services, and community involvement.
Registration Learn about specific offering and register online at https://apm.activecommunities.com/portlandparks
Financial Assistance
Scholarships may be available and you can find the application at https://www.portlandoregon.gov/parks/article/296401
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Mittleman Jewish Community Center Cost Vary based on program and duration. Scholarships available at
http://www.oregonjcc.org/uploaded/PDFs/membership_assistance_form.pdf Ages 4-18 Contact http://www.oregonjcc.org/ or 503-244-0111 Location 6651 SW Capitol Highway
Portland, OR 97219 Description The Mittleman Jewish Community Center (MJCC) has been a vital part of the greater
Portland community for 100 years. We provide a gathering place for the local Jewish community as well as warmly embracing people of all faiths within our membership. The MJCC offers a wide variety of recreational programming for all ages, wonderful fitness facilities, as well as flexible space for your next meeting or event.
Registration Learn about specific offering and register online at www.oregonjcc.org Financial Assistance Scholarships are available and you can find the application at
http://www.oregonjcc.org/uploaded/PDFs/membership_assistance_form.pdf
Vancouver Parks and Recreation Camps Cost Vary based on program and duration. Scholarships available.
Ages 4-18
Contact http://www.cityofvancouver.us/parksrec/page/youth-day-camps or (360) 487-8311
Location Firstenburg Community Center 700 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98684 Marshall Community Center 1009 E McLoughlin Blvd, Vancouver, WA 98663
Description Vancouver Parks and Recreation Camps are: Fun!.... weekly field trips, swimming, crafts, games and more Healthy! …. daily physical activity, explore parks and play sports New Activities! ... new trips, special guests, more daily activities Safe!.... creative, fun, conscientious staff
Registration Learn about specific offerings and register online at http://www.cityofvancouver.us/parksrec/page/recreation-activities-events
Financial Assistance Scholarships are available and you can find the application at http://www.cityofvancouver.us/sites/default/files/fileattachments/parks_and_recreation/page/3036/2014_scholarship_application_-_updated_11-20-14.pdf
Trackers Earth Cost Vary based on program and duration. Scholarships available at
http://trackerspdx.com/scholarship-application.php. Ages 4-18 Contact http://trackerspdx.com/youth/summer-camps.php#.VP8YMfnF98E or (503) 345-3312 Location SE Portland Trackers Earth Portland - 4617 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, Oregon
NE Portland Grant High School - 2245 NE 36th Avenue, Portland Oregon W Portland Sylvan Middle School - 1849 SW 58th Avenue, Portland, Oregon
Description Trackers Earth offers camps and outdoor programs for all ages. They provide innovative
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education in the skills of Folk and Forest Craft. Camps and classes include wilderness survival, wild plants, archery, restoration and much more. Our purpose is to inspire a can-do spirit as we build village of real adventure, accountability and common sense, and limitless enthusiasm. Programs vary from single day to overnight. Extended day programs as also available.
Registration Learn about specific offering and register online at http://trackerspdx.com/youth/summer-camps.php#.VP8Z5_nF98E
Financial Assistance Scholarships are available and you can find the application at http://trackerspdx.com/scholarship-application.php.
YMCA Camp Collins Cost $279-$1009. Special tuition available for REACH residents! Financial assistance for other
weeks also available. Ages Entering grades 1-9 eligible for REACH scholarship for Session 1; entering grades 1-12
eligible for other financial aid Contact www.campcollins.org or 503-663-5813 Location Outside of Gresham, OR (campers bus out to the location) – 1300 SE Oxbow Parkway,
97080 Description At Camp Collins, campers are given a fun, safe, and supportive environment in which to
learn and explore, while embracing the YMCA core values of love, respect, honesty, responsibility and service. Every day at Camp Collins is an exciting outdoor adventure, where campers build confidence, make friends, have fun, learn and play together. Our professionally trained counselors and support staff encourage campers to try a variety of skill-building activities such as swimming, rock climbing, horseback riding, and so much more.
Registration If applying for the REACH scholarship Session 1, see below for details on how to register. If you are not applying for financial assistance or applying for financial assistance other than the REACH scholarship, registration is available online. Printable forms are also available on the website or by contacting Angie.
Financial Assistance To apply for the REACH Scholarship for Session 1, June 29th- July 5th, contact Angie for an application. Angie will mail or email the application form to you. For financial assistance other weeks of the summer, fill out the Financial Assistance form, available online or by contacting the Camp Collins office or Angie. If filling out the online application, please use discount code REACH.
Friends of Tryon Creek Nature Day Camp Cost $180 for Half Day, $246 for Full Day. Full scholarships for REACH Residents
Available Now! Ages Grouped by ages 4-5, Kindergarten-1st Grade and 1st- 5th Grade Contact Information available at www.tryonfriends.org Description It is the mission of the Friends of Tryon Creek’s Nature Day Camp to provide a
safe and nurturing environment where children are encouraged to be themselves and to make meaningful connections with others and with the natural world. Campers, guided by experienced outdoor educators, develop a sense of wonder
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about the natural world through fun and adventure amidst the natural beauty of Tryon Creek State Natural Area.
Registration Register online at campscui.active.com/orgs/FriendsofTryonCreek. Please contact Angie if interested in applying for scholarships at 503-501-5732 or [email protected].
SCRAP Cost $275 per week. Financial assistance available. Ages Entering 1st-6th grade Contact [email protected] or http://scrappdx.org/programs/camp-scrap/ Description Kids entering first through sixth grade will explore the possibilities of all of the
discarded materials in the world around us, play games, try experiments, and make quality, useful projects infused with their own artistic ideas. Camp SCRAP is centered on themes of creative reuse and making the most of your materials. This camp is for kids who LOVE inventing, making, planning, and bringing their creative ideas to life!
Registration Registration is online through the camp website at scrappdx.org/programs/camp-scrap/
Financial Assistance SCRAP offers financial assistance of up to $225 per week, bringing the price of camp down to $50 per week. Financial assistance is online and is based on 2013 income.
Oregon Zoo Cost $125-$380. Financial assistance up to 95% is available. Ages 4 years old – entering 8th grade Location SW Portland off of I-5 - 4001 SW Canyon Rd Contact www.oregonzoo.org or 503-220-2781 Description Professional staff members guide children in exploring and discovering the
wonders of the zoo through hands-on experiences and fun learning. All Zoo Camps include tours of the entire zoo, animal visits, songs, art projects, Wild Life shows, hands-on learning activities, stories, and snacks. Half-day and full-day options are available.
Registration There is no online registration for those seeking financial assistance. If you are going to apply for financial assistance, request forms by calling 503-220-2781 or contact Angie by phone or email.
Financial Assistance Financial assistance is only available during August weeks of camp. Financial assistance forms are available by calling the Zoo Camp Office at 503-220-2781 or by contacting Angie for copies. Aid is based on 2013 income.
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NW Film Center Cost $315-$1000. Financial assistance up to 80% available. Ages Entering grades 2-12 Contact nwfilm.org/school/info/camp or 503-221-1156 or [email protected] Location SW Portland – 934 SW Salmon Ave. Description The Summer Camp for Kids + Teens is an informal, interest-based program which
provides young people with the chance to experiment with and learn about media arts and technology from experienced teaching artists. No previous experience is required, just the desire to participate in an active, fun, and educational learning experience. We provide the equipment and mentorship (and snacks). Kids and teens provide the ideas and bring them to fruition!
Registration Registration is available online. Be sure to also print off a financial assistance form.
Financial Assistance Financial assistance is available for up to 80% of the total cost of camps and classes. To apply, print and fill out the tuition assistance form available online. The financial assistance form requires statements written by both a parent and the child who would be attending.
Do Jump! Cost $75-$360 (higher price for day long classes). Financial assistance up to 50%
available. Ages 3-17 years old Contact www.dojump.org or 503.231.1232 or [email protected] Location SE Portland – 1515 SE 37th Ave, 97214 Description Do Jump! Physical Theatre School teaches classes in creative movement, physical
theater, acrobatics, partner acrobatics, trapeze, aerial dance, and juggling for ages 1-100. Most of our kids’ classes are “circus skills” classes, a general overview class for beginning and intermediate level students interested in physical theater, trapeze and acrobatics. We also offer intermediate and advanced classes for kids, a full range of aerial and acrobatics classes for adults and teens, and Baby Circus Classes for ages 1-3. Our focus is to encourage physical confidence, freedom, and grace in a creative and non-competitive atmosphere. Students explore their own imaginations while working together to explore the craft of ensemble physical theater performing and aerial dance. More detailed class descriptions available online.
Registration If applying for financial assistance, do not register. Financial Assistance To apply for financial assistance, either fill out the scholarship application online
or call the Do Jump! office. The scholarship application will ask you for your preference of classes, so be sure you have your choice(s) picked out. You will be contacted by Do Jump! to schedule your class if space and funding is available. Most scholarships reduce tuition by 50%, although more is possible.
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Building Girls Day Camp Cost $25 per week. Financial assistance up to 100% available. Ages 10 to 19 years old and entering middle or high school Contact http://www.tradeswomen.net/building-girls/registration/ or 503-335-8200 ext.
28 or [email protected] Location N Portland Description Building Girls Camp is a program run by Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc., an
organization dedicated to promoting success for women in the trades through education, leadership, and mentorship. During the Building Girls high school camp, girls will learn how to build a shed, use power tools, weld, tile, go on field trips and much more. Middle school girls will install trim on the shed, paint the shed, go on field trips, weld, tile, and a variety of other fun activities. The program is held at the University of Portland in North Portland.
Registration Registration is online. Printable forms are available. Financial Assistance Financial assistance forms are available online and must be sent in via mail, fax,
or scan. Financial aid is determined based on 2013 income and number of family members.
Friendly House CHAPS Cost $230-260 per week. Financial assistance up to 100% available. Ages Entering 1st-6th grade Contact www.friendlyhouseinc.org/programs/children/summer-camp/ or 503-228-4391 Location NW Portland – 2617 NE Savier St., 97210 Description An enriching summer day camp for children entering first through sixth grades.
Weekly curriculum and field trips are based on weekly themes – Music, Swimming, Puppetry, Outdoors, and more – with classes led by our talented staff and visiting educators. Camp activities take place in an around the Friendly House Campus, a beautiful, kid-friendly facility.
Registration Registration is only available in paper form. Forms are available on the Friendly House website or at this link.
Financial Assistance Financial assistance is available up to 100% for the cost of the program. Scholarship applications are available on the Friendly House website or at this link.
Metro Arts Kids Camp Cost $200/week, $310 for 2 weeks. Up to 100% financial assistance available. Ages 7-12 years old Contact http://metroartsinc.org/kidscamp.htm or 503-245-4885 or
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Description MetroArts Kids Camp gives 7-12 year olds a chance to experience all the arts – music, dance, theater, and visual arts – for one or two weeks at the Portland Center for the Performing Arts. Kids crank up their creativity through hands-on activities involving each art form and also enjoy live performances, video demonstrations, and classes taught by professional musicians, dancers, actors, and visual artists.
Registration Brochure and registration are available online as PDFs and must be mailed in. You may print out forms from the website.
Financial Assistance MetroArts is committed to meeting the full financial needs of all interested families. Financial assistance is determined by 2013 estimated income, number of family members, and participation in Free/Reduced Lunch program. Scholarship application is available here and must be printed out and mailed or faxed in, along with a copy of Free and Reduced Lunch Eligibility Form or a note explaining your financial situation.
Rock ‘n’ Roll Camp for Girls Cost $375, scholarships may be available Ages 8-17 years old Contact 503.445.4991 or http://www.girlsrockcamp.org Description Monday through Friday, campers participate in instrument instruction,
workshops, and band practice, where they write original songs. The showcase performance is held at a local music venue Saturday evening. No musical experience is necessary! Girls of all skill levels can take lessons on guitar, bass, keyboards, drums, vocals or learn about DJing, MCing, and beat producing. Play rock, punk, hip-hop, country, pop, indie, lounge, blues, reggae, jazz, ska, metal, experimental, hardcore, R & B, screamo, alternative, classic, or any other musical genre you can think of! Attend workshops like zine making, self-defense, songwriting, screen printing, positive self-image, and more!
Registration For REACH scholarships: REACH has 5 spots reserved at $10/week. Contact Angie to see if any of the REACH discounts remain and for instructions on how to claim one. To apply not through REACH Scholarship: Apply online or download a paper application at http://www.girlsrockcamp.org/programs/summer-camp/summer-camp-2014/ .
Financial Assistance Apply for financial assistance either as part of the online registration process or download a paper financial aid form at http://www.girlsrockcamp.org/programs/summer-camp/summer-camp-2014/
OMSI Cost $155-$875. Financial assistance available up to 100%. Ages All ages – overnight camps for 1st-12th grade, family camps for younger kids with
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adults Contact www.omsi.edu/camps or [email protected] or 503.797.4661 Description OMSI offers day camps in Portland and overnight camps around the state. OMSI
Science Camps offer the perfect combination of science, adventure, activity, and treasured summer camp traditions. Our camps offer hands-on educational activities – along with campfire songs, swimming holes, and s’mores. It’s a perfect way to gain outdoor skills and develop an enthusiasm for lifelong learning, as well as curiosity and respect for the natural world. For more info and descriptions of specific programs, see the OMSI Camps & Classes Catalog 2014.
Registration If applying for financial aid, you must use paper forms and mail or fax them in. Forms are available online.
Financial Assistance Financial assistance is determined based on 2013 income. Most families request and are granted the full amount of the camp minus the registration fee. Forms are available online but must be printed out and mailed or faxed in. A registration fee is due at the time of registration unless you include a letter explaining why you cannot pay the fee ($25 for classes and $75 for overnight camps). The fee is refundable if you do not get the financial assistance you require.
Oregon College of Art and Craft Cost $300-$325. Financial assistance available up to 100%. Ages Entering grades 1-8 Contact https://cms.ocac.edu/art_adv_sum_camps or 503.297.5544 Description Art Adventures Youth Day Camp is one of Portland’s most respected summer arts
camps, with each week offering children an introduction to four different art mediums on OCAC’s lovely ten-acre campus. Under the instruction of professional artists and arts educators, students work with high quality art materials to sculpt, paint, stitch, build, felt, and print their imaginings. Art Adventures Youth Day Camp is the perfect place to cultivate your child’s innate creativity this summer; allowing them to learn new skills, make new friends, and discover the arts in an outdoor environment just minutes from downtown Portland. At the end of the week, we welcome family and friends to come to campus for our Friday Art Show, where your young artist(s) can show off their work.
Registration If applying for financial aid, you only fill out the financial aid form. Financial Assistance Financial assistance forms are available online. If you wish to avoid providing
proof of income forms, contact Angie for REACH-specific forms and the proof of income requirement will be waived. Most families request and receive full financial aid.