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2020 PORTLAND SUMMER CAMPS GUIDE
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SPRING 2020
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Editor’s Note While spring is here, it is certainly not the spring that we in Portland, the nation and across the world would have anticipated. We are all doing our best to adhere to changing circumstances and mandates while also keeping our kids, families, communities and ourselves safe and secure - both physically and mentally. Here at NW Kids we are watching many of our beloved advertising partners try to weather the storm, with canceled or postponed openings, events, classes, performances, etc... We ourselves are trying to explore creative ways to safely continue being the resource that we have been to local families for so many years. That said, we truly feel that we will get through this together as we always do in Portland - as a community. May you and yours remain safe and secure during this unprecedented time in our lives. We look forward to seeing you around town just as soon as the seas settle. In the meantime, please keep an eye on our website and social media (as well as those of our partners) for the most up to date information, as things are rapidly changing at this time. With Gratitude and Hope,
Mary Cover photography by STEVE & KATE’S CAMP
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Contents SPRING 2020 8 COVID-19 Tips and Support 12 2020 Portland Summer Camps Guide 33 PJA Perspectives
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Listings A-WOL Dance................................................11 Adventure Camp............................................11 Alpengirl Camp..............................................31 Art World School.............................................. 7 B’Nai B’rith.....................................................15 Bamboo International School........................34 Baxter Sports.................................................14 Beanstalk........................................................34 Bennett Suzuki...............................................31 Big Lake..........................................................11 Brave Care......................................................36 Camp Wahoo..................................................31 City of Hillsboro..............................................11 Echo Theater Company..................................14 Endeavor Schools - Children’s Garden...........32 Endeavor Schools - Montessori of Alameda.32 Engineering for Kids......................................26 Forest Hills Lutheran......................................26 GSPDX............................................................35 6 | NW Kids Magazine
Herrold Stables...............................................31 ID Tech............................................................14 ILA.................................................................... 7 Jordan Kent Camps........................................18 Little Fruit Farm..............................................31 MJCC...............................................................18 Mad Science...................................................19 Mazama WILD...............................................19 MetroArts Inc.................................................19 Modern Domestic..........................................31 Mr. David’s School of Film..............................31 North Clackamas Christian School................31 North Clackamas P & R..................................22 NW Dance Project..........................................18 OCTC...............................................................35 OES................................................................... 2 OMEGA Gymnastics.......................................27 OMSI................................................................. 3 One With Heart - Hawthorne........................19
PNCA..............................................................32 Play Fit Fun.....................................................15 Polaris Dance Theatre.....................................31 Portland Children’s Museum.........................18 Portland Jewish Academy.............................30 Portland Parks & Rec.....................................10 Portland Rock Gym........................................10 Saturday Academy.........................................23 Schoolita Alegria............................................32 Small Friends.................................................34 THPRD............................................................30 The Circuit Gym..............................................23 The International School................................34 Venvino Art Studio.........................................26 Villasport........................................................27 Willowbrook Arts Camp................................22 World of Speed..............................................26 Xstream Learning Center...............................26 YMCA Camp Collins.......................................22
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Your child’s health is our top priority. Brave Care is here to provide useful COVID-19 tips and support for the Portland community and beyond.
Tips for keeping your family and community healthy
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Practice social distancing by staying at least six feet away from people while in public places.
Avoid touching your face, and cough and sneeze into the
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keeping gatherings to less than
water, or use an alcohol based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
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crook of your arms.
Limit unnecessary exposure by
Wash hands with mild soap and
Limit unnecessary travel and cancel travel plans to areas with high infection rates.
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Clean and disinfect your home more frequently.
10 people.
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Consider getting a flu shot if you haven’t already, and make sure your child received the recommended vaccine for pneumonia (PCV-13). Note: The above vaccines do not prevent COVID-19, but can lessen the stress on the immune system for those infected.
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PART 2 of 3
2020 PORTLAND SUMMER CAMPS GUIDE Welcome to the second part of our 2020 Summer Camps Guide. If you missed Part 1, be sure to check out the March issue online. As the current COVID-19 crisis develops, please be sure to take a look at our website and social media, and the websites and social media of the camps listed, for any updates to schedules or offerings for this season.
ACADEMIC PJA Summer Discovery PJA’s Summer Discovery program offers enriching classes from experienced, passionate, professional teachers who incorporate STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) to enhance learning in a fun and nurturing way. pjaproud.org/summer
World of Speed Summer Camp World of Speed takes summer camp to a whole new level with camps that engage, entertain, educate, and challenge students grades K–12 in a fun, supportive environment. Camps fill quickly, so be sure to register soon. worldofspeed.org/camps
ARTS & CRAFTS Art World School 6 different classes from fine art, clay and arts & crafts, to yoga, dance, architecture and sculpture offered daily. All classes are taught by professional teachers and there are many enrollment options. artworldschool.com
Catlin Gabel Art Adventures Camp An inclusive, process-oriented, choice-based arts camp that encourages shared creativity, curiosity, and compassion, inspired by the Oregon College of Art and Craft’s rich legacy of community arts education. Designed for students in grades 1-7. catlin.edu/summer 12 | NW Kids Magazine
CE Youth Summer Art Camps smARTworks art camps give young artists, ages 4-18, the chance to explore their skills and various materials in studios equipped for college students. Their artistinstructors design learning environments based on weekly themes in art. cereg.pnca.edu/p/youth
MetroArts Inc. MetroArts Inc. Kids camp gives kids ages 7-12 a chance to learn visual arts, music, dance, and theatre, for 1-3 weeks, at the Newmark Theatre building (July 6-10 & July 13-17) and Northwest Academy (July 20-24). Older kids 13-17? Have them intern while participating in the fun! metroartsinc.org/kids-camp
Modern Domestic Dive into your creativity and MAKE this summer one to remember! Camps will cover sewing machine basics while sewing fun projects! No previous sewing experience required. Summer sewing camps for kids 8-14. All supplies are included with camp purchase. moderndomesticpdx.com
The TEK Center The TEK Center offers the most unique camps around! Robotics, Nerf, 3D printing, Dodgeball, T-shirt design, coding, Minecraft and more all in one spot! Campers get to choose an AM and PM camp. Experience a Summer like no other! PDXKidsCamp.com
Venvino Art Studios They offer art camps for kids from 5-15. Each camp is themed with your kids’ interest in mind and is sure to boost creativity and confidence! These camps are unique because they offer a variety of art mediums in each camp. venvinoartstudios.com
Willowbrook Arts Camp Be yourself & experience arts, crafts, theater, music, dance, and more! Their outdoors, award-winning camp gives kids the freedom to make choices, follow their curiosity & develop their creative potential an environment dedicated to the imagination! willowbrookartscamp.org continued on p. 16
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COOKING Scuola Italiana di Portland They are offering two Summer Camps this year the part time Joy of Cooking camp from July 27 - 31 and the full time Cooking & Climbing Camp from August 10 - 14. Kids will take a culinary and cultural journey through Italy! scuola.us/summer-camps
GENERAL Adventure Camp Adventure Camp is an all-day camp for kids in K-5th Grade. Each week includes field trips to top Portland locations, art projects, water slides, STEM activities and much more! Join them on SWBIBLE’s 27 acre campus for up to 11 themed camps this summer! adventurecampkids.org
BB Day Camp Portland They provide meaningful and memorable experiences, build life-long friendships and deepen Jewish identity. Their age-appropriate programs inspire confidence, encourage self-expression, discovery, and build an inclusive and welcoming community. bbcamp.org
Catlin Gabel School A wide variety of exciting and creative camps are available for preschool (age 4) to grade 12 through Catlin Gabel, including sports, academics, technology, music, day camps, and more, as well as partner camps run by local professionals. catlin.edu/summer
Cedarwood Waldorf School Cedarwood Waldorf School offers weekly camps for children ages 3 & up that provide rich opportunities for experiential learning, connection with nature, and storytelling as tools for exploring science, history, culture, and the arts. cedarwoodschool.org/break-summer-camps 16 | NW Kids Magazine
Forest Hills Lutheran Christian School A summer filled with fun, faith, & friendship! Kids ages 6-11 experience creative and unique activities to help them grow in their faith and make new friends. You do not need to be a student to attend! Choose any combo of 7 wacky weeks! fhlcs.org
Hillsboro Parks & Recreation They have camps for kids ages 4-18: adventure, STEM, nature, the arts, sports, and more. They also offer 3.5 hour mini day camps for kiddos 3-5 years. With nearly 100 camps to choose from, there is something for everyone at Hillsboro Parks & Recreation. Hillsboro-Oregon.gov/SummerCamps
MJCC Summer Day Camp MJCC Summer Day Camp offers full-day fun with flexible scheduling all summer long from 7:30 am – 6:00 pm. Swimming included. Enjoy sports, arts, rock climbing, and more! Open to everyone ages 3-15. Programs are ageappropriate, fun and safe. oregonjcc.org/daycamp
North Clackamas Parks & Recreation District Dive into summer fun with NCPRD’s fantastic Summer Camp lineup! From sports, dance, and Minecraft Modding to Fun Field Days with Aquatic Park Swim, we have the camps to keep your child active and engaged all summer long. ncprd.com
Oregon Episcopal School Experience an unforgettable summer at Oregon Episcopal School where inquiry meets creativity! They encourage campers to ask questions, explore new interests, and follow their passions. Full and partial day camps for ages 4 to 18. oes.edu/summer
Philip Foster Farm Historic Site Have fun at this unique living history day camp. Dress, cook, eat, craft, work and play like a pioneer. Spend the week living the 1860’s life. Make friends while you make history. philpfosterfarm.com continued on p. 20
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GENERAL (continued) Portland Children’s Museum Explore, discover, and create with Portland Children’s Museum! Campers will combine art materials with science and nature explorations to spark their imaginations. With a different theme every week, there are always new adventures to discover! portlandcm.org
Portland Parks & Recreation Experience action packed camps filled with exciting activities. Stimulate imaginations, increase self-esteem, and discover ways to positively use your energy. Before and after care options, and need-based scholarships available. portlandoregon.gov/parks/play
St. Mary’s Academy Camps designed with girls in mind! Whether your daughter wants her summer filled with art, theatre, mindfulness, science, or leadership, they provide camp options to pique every girl’s interest. smapdx.org/summer-camp
Steve & Kate’s Camp There are a gazillion ways for kids to design a day at camp. One camper might dive into breadmaking and animation while another flies down a water slide and/ or scores winning points in the Gaga ball pit. The possibilities are endless. steveandkatescamp.com/portland
VillaSport Athletic Club & Spa Join them on a quest for adventure! Your journey will include field trips, exciting crafts, sports, cooking, engineering, games, and splashing away in VillaSport’s amazing pools. Get ready for an action-packed summer! villasport.com/beaverton/kids/camps/summer-camps
Yoga Playgrounds In these camps kids will stretch and energize their bodies and minds through yoga and movement, games, mindfulness, creativity, nature exploration and art. Camps are packed with playfulness, positivity and fun, and are open to all kids in grades K-5. yogaplaygrounds.com 20 | NW Kids Magazine
LANGUAGE German International School GIS is thrilled to offer summer camps for children 3 - 7 years. This year they are making movies come alive as they explore favorite films from America and Germany through interactive games, crafts and more. No German language experience? No problem! gspdx.org
Portland Early Learning Project Campers practice Spanish as they play, sing, and dance. This year the craft and cooking projects focus on Colombia & Fiestas Latinas. Children receive a healthy, mid-morning snack and have plenty of opportunity for fresh air & outdoor play daily. portlandearlylearning.com
Schoolita Alegría - bilingual preschool In depth and fun Spanish experience enjoying many outdoor activities; singing, arts and crafts, cooking, waterplay, theme days, gardening, and yoga/gymnastics. schoolita-alegria.com
The International School It’s a world of fun at this award-winning summer camp! Chinese, Spanish, or Japanese language and culture come to life through hands-on projects, games, and outdoor fun, and more! Learn a new language or practice one that you know! intlschool.org/summer
NATURE International Leadership Academy French Immersion School They are offering 8 full weeks of exciting summer camps for your children: a whole summer full of lively, fun, varied, and creative activities! Check these out! ilapdx.org/copy-of-summer-camp
Sail2Change THIS JULY - Free 10 day sailing course, 11 nights of wilderness education and backpacking, plus mentorship and monthly events for the student’s next school year. For underserved upcoming sophomore students only please. sail2change.org continued on p. 24
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NATURE (continued) Sprout and Spark Preschool They strive to spark joy, creativity, resilience, and curiosity in each child and delight in helping them grow into responsible, independent, and compassionate lifelong learners. Their summer program serves ages 3-6 in a 5:1 ratio. sproutandspark.com
Trackers Earth Trackers Earth’s award-winning camps offer outdoor adventure for Grades Pre K-12 with themes like Wilderness Survival, Archery, Wizards, Ninjas, Blacksmithing & more! Overnight camps for Grades 4-12. Drop-off locations around PDX, Vancouver & Sandy. trackerspdx.com/youth/summer-camps.php
ONLINE Outschool Fill your kid’s break with fun and social learning experiences at home—over video chat! Kids (age 3-18) can learn online with live classes like Harry Potter Chemistry, Video Game Design, Pokemon Paragraphs, and more. Affordable, convenient, and safe! outschool.com
OVERNIGHT Big Lake Youth Camp A week at Big Lake provides campers with the environment and the opportunity to gain better self-awareness, set and achieve goals, and have a blast. They offer friendship, encouragement, adventure, and enough fun to make memories for a lifetime. biglake.org
Ekone Summer Camps Camps include Homestead, Theater, Craft, Music, Construction, and Wilderness camps as well as a variety of horse camp levels. Campers enjoy the simplicity of ranch life and connecting with nature, sleeping in an A-frame bunkhouse or under the stars! ekone.org
YMCA Camp Collins YMCA Camp Collins offers Overnight Camps for youth entering grades 2-9, Day Camps for youth entering grades 1-6; Teen camps for youth entering grades 9-12 and Family Camp for all ages Memorial Day and Labor Day Weekends. ymcacw.org/camps/ymca-camp-collins 24 | NW Kids Magazine
SPECIAL NEEDS Camp Meadowood Springs Camp Meadowood is a unique camp experience for children 6-14 impacted by communication or social learning challenges. They also accept all children. meadowoodsprings.org
Camp Yakety Yak Camp Yakety Yak is an inclusive social skills day camp supporting friendship development in children (ages 5-15) with special needs, and promoting social skills in work place instruction for young adults age 16-22. campyaketyyak.org
Echo Theater Company Circus Theater, Aerial, & Parkour Camps for youth teens! Explore acrobatics, trapeze, aerial, & physical storytelling in a variety of week-long camps! Half-day or full-day options for all levels of students. All camps are inclusive & accessible. echotheaterpdx.org/summer-camps-2020
Language-Learning Connections Camp WannaGoAgain builds foundational skills for reading and is equivalent to 6 weeks of other comparable literacy programs. Low teacher-student ratio. Programs used are Barton Reading & Spelling and Fast ForWord, validated by evidence-based research. language-learningconnections.com
SPORTS & ROCK CLIMBING Alpengirl Adventure Camp for Girls Alpengirl is an overnight summer adventure camp for girls ages 11-16. Their 1 - 2 week outdoor camps are multi-adventure and include a variety of adventure activities such as backpacking, horseback riding, rafting, sea kayaking, rock climbing and more! alpengirlcamp.com continued on p. 28
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SPORTS & ROCK CLIMBING (continued) BaxterSports Portland’s Best Summer Sports Camps since 2008, they offer Soccer, All Sports and Youth Leadership Camps, all summer long! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, they have a camp for everyone. Learn something new, make new friends, and have a blast! baxtersports.com
Jordan Kent’s Just Kids Skill Camps “My favorite sports camp!” Created by Duck HOF athlete Jordan Kent, training in football, soccer, or basketball, agility training, games, life skills, and nutrition education, all in an exciting atmosphere! Save $15 with code: NWKIDS2020 jordankentcamps.com
Mazamas Mazama Wild Camps offer day and overnight camps for young adventurers and rock climbers. All camps include indoor or outdoor rock climbing, exploring the streams and trails at Mount Hood, and more. mazamas.org/mazamawild
Mt. Hood Meadows Your child will not want to miss out on the chance to be part of Mt. Hood Meadows’ summer camps! Choose from their Explorer Camp (dedicated to nature), their Adventure Camp (full of exciting activities) and their Mountain Bike Camp (focused on building skills). skihood.com/summer
Portland Rock Gym Camps include games, technique instruction and a lot of climbing! Campers as young as 6 will also experience slack-line, rope-swing and huge cargo net. Kids aged 10 and up will head outside to climb around the greater Portland area once a week! portlandrockgym.com
Rose City Futsal Rose City Futsal Summer Camps are fun, balanced camps that mix soccer w/crafts, games & outdoor activities. These all-day camps are for kids who want an active camp with futsal/soccer skills while spending the day having fun with friends! rosecityfutsal.com/camps 28 | NW Kids Magazine
Royal Ridges Retreat They offer a wide range of different camps including: Traditional Day Camp, Day and Resident Adventure Camp, Day and Resident Horse Camp and Paintball Day Camp. Ages range from 1-12 grade depending on the camp. Register online today! royalridges.org
Splat Action Paintball & Birthday Parties To ensure that the sport of paintball remains fun, exciting affordable, and safe, through education and awareness! Their 5 day summer camp will focus on teaching each player the fundamentals to becoming an exceptional paintballer! splataction.com/Summer-camp-for-kids
The Circuit Bouldering Gym The Circuit is proud to offer award-winning summer bouldering camps at all three locations! Sign your kids up to climb in a fun, social environment led by their instructors, where they will problem solve and build confidence on and off the wall. thecircuitgym.com
The TEK Center The TEK Center offers the most unique camps around! Robotics, Nerf, 3D printing, Dodgeball, T-shirt design, coding, Minecraft and more all in one spot! Campers get to choose an AM and PM camp. Experience a Summer like no other! PDXKidsCamp.com
Tree to Tree Adventure Park An extraordinary day camp, this 3-day summer session is jam-packed with excitement among the trees. Campers 10-14 blaze new trails, learn new skills, explore nature and challenge themselves through a series of fun educational activities. tree2treeadventurepark.com/SpecialEvents/Camps
United States Tennis Association - Pacific Northwest This program runs weekly all summer long in 1.5 hour, 4 hour and 8 hour sessions. Their tennis curriculum combines fun activities with life lessons in leadership and teamwork, all in a safe environment. Tennis equipment, music, and prizes all included! rectennis.com NW Kids Magazine | 29
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Portland Jewish Academy (pjaproud.org) provides a rich academic The PJA Perspective and cultural learning experience for kids from early childhood through 8th grade. We’ve invited budding journalists from PJA’s after-school writing club and sixth-grade Humanities class to join our team for a series that gives you a glimpse into thoughts and life from their perspective.
That Is No More by Talia W. We all sit around the bed, crying He presses his dying face against mine He purrs in my arms as he’s falling asleep A long, deep sleep My brother is not in the room Instead, he is playing on a screen Ferris’ meowing sister is watching, as he takes his last breaths My dad gets up to bring the needle I start to sob more My mom wants me out, but my dad says stay The needle is ready I’m crying harder than before I give him a kiss and shut my eyes I hear a meow And then it is silenced Just the sound of sobs, as we sit around the cat that is no more
Starry Night by Maya Z. stars smile down at me as my body relaxes onto the soft, muddy ground, my body folding and creasing, green spikes sitting triumphantly on top of the hill I lie on stars comfort and cradle me, making the stretching blackness seem warm and soft
Talia is a current sixth grader at PJA. Along with writing, she enjoys curling up and playing with her pets. Maya is a current sixth-grader at PJA. She is an aspiring writer and artist.
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