Exciting Summer Camp Opportunities for Central Oregon Youth: Affordable STEM and Outdoor Activities Announced

As summer 2024 nears, Camp Fire Central Oregon is preparing to offer a series of summer camps focused on STEM and outdoor activities. These camps aim to provide affordable experiences for young people in rural areas of Central Oregon, including Madras and Three Rivers. Program manager Sam Ward stated that the organization is dedicated to making these camps accessible and beneficial for children in these communities.

Founded in 1916, Camp Fire Central Oregon has been actively involved in youth development through various programs for children from PreK to 12th grade. This year, the camp, named ExplORegon, will take place in Madras from July 8-12 and in Three Rivers from July 15-19. The cost is $25 per child. Activities will include experiential learning, STEM discussions, team-building exercises, and outdoor journaling.

The ExplORegon camp receives partial funding from the Central Oregon Health Council Opportunity Grant, which helps keep costs low. This initiative is part of Camp Fire Central Oregon's effort to make educational and recreational activities accessible to all children, regardless of their financial situation. Registration details are available on their website.

This summer, the organization is also introducing robotics camps for 3rd to 6th graders. These will be held in Madras from July 29 to August 2, and in Warm Springs from August 12 to 16, under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers program. Additionally, La Pine Elementary will host two sessions of these camps, on June 24-28 and July 8-12, free of charge for local children.

Sam Ward thanked the partners and sponsors for their support. He emphasized the organization's commitment to safety, connection, and fun in each camp. Camp Fire Central Oregon also focuses on staff development, offering training to enhance their ability to deliver quality educational programs. Furthermore, the organization provides a STEM internship for college students from Madras, La Pine, and Warm Springs.

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