Spring Break Day Camp 2026
You’re invited to join us for 3 FULL days of Spring Break play with Mother Nature!
Enjoy waterfall filled trails, take a dip in the ocean, connect with the Willamette river through a guided bike tour + meet large birds of prey IRL.
Plus experience increased self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, to top off an unforgettable Spring Break - full of the smiles, laughter, connection + new friends!
Early July Day Camp -Summer 2026
Join us in Early July for 5 whole days of outdoor play in the summer sun! *This camp is dedicated to Middle School teens only - see our Late July Summer Camp for High School teen camp registration. Enjoy a guided white water raft trip, a fun-filled ropes challenge course, a Silver Falls hike, and much more. Plus build self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, on top off all the smiles, laughter, + new friends you meet along the way.
Late July Day Camp -Summer 2026
Join us in Late July for 5 whole days of outdoor play in the summer sun! *This camp is dedicated to High School teens only - see our Early July Summer Camp for Middle School teen camp registration. Enjoy an epic beach day, a guided white water rafting trip, an adventure with horses and much more. Plus gain self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, on top off all the smiles, laughter, + new friends you’ll meet along the way.
Summer Campout Weekend 2026
This weekend long campout event is dedicated to re-connection with the natural world. It was also created as an educational and environmental opportunity for youth to learn about camping and outdoor safety skills including; how to start a fire from scratch, how to access and produce clean drinking water and other intro how-tos are taught/demonstrated. This is also an opportunity to engage with the natural world, as well as, discover a variety of mindfulness practices and life skills for greater overall wellness and joy with life. A weekend of camping fun that will imprint for a lifetime.
Winter Camp 2025
Three whole days of winter-filled, outdoor fun, play, laughter, new friends, mindfulness tools and so much more. Join us! to discover the all the delights our Oregon Winter Wonderland has to offer.
Family Empowerment Camp - September 2025
Join us for our first ever Family Empowerment Camp! Our 3-part camp will be held on September 7, 14 and 21th. Sundays from 2:30-4:30pm, at the Wellsprings Friends School in Eugene, OR.
This camp is a dedicated space for parents, guardians and caregivers - to learn about mindfulness tools, to prioritize self care, restoration and empowerment.
September Campout Weekend 2025
The purpose of this event is to create an educational and environmental opportunity for youth to learn about camping and outdoor safety skills including; how to start a fire from scratch, how to access and produce clean drinking water and other intro how-tos are taught/demonstrated. This is also an opportunity to engage with the natural world, as well as, discover a variety of mindfulness practices and life skills for greater wellness and joy with life.
Family Empowerment Camp - August 2025
Join us for our first ever Family Empowerment Camp! Our 3-part camp will be held on August 10, 17 and 24th. Sundays from 2:30-4:30pm, at the Wellsprings Friends School in Eugene, OR.
This camp is a dedicated space for parents, guardians and caregivers - to learn about mindfulness tools, to prioritize self care, restoration and empowerment.
Late July Day Camp -Summer 2025
Join us in Late July for 5 whole days of outdoor play in the summer sun!
Enjoy an epic beach day, a guided white water rafting trip, a fun-filled ropes challenge course, a city bike tour, connect with horses and much more. Plus build self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, on top off all the smiles, laughter, + new friends you’ll meet along the way.
Early July Day Camp -Summer 2025
Join us in Early July for 5 whole days of outdoor play in the summer sun! Enjoy a guided white water raft trip, a fun-filled ropes challenge course, a Silver Falls hike, freestyle dance and much more.
Plus build self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, on top off all the smiles, laughter, + new friends you meet along the way.
June Day Camp - Summer 2025
Join us this June for 5 whole days of outdoor play in the summer sunshine!
Enjoy paddle boarding, a fun-filled ropes challenge course, a Blue Pool hike and much more.
Plus build self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, on top off all the smiles, laughter, + new friends you meet along the way.
Spring Break Day Camp 2025
Join us for 3 days of outdoor Spring Break play!
Enjoy waterfall filled trails, take a dip in the ocean, SHIFT into gear + meet large birds of prey IRL.
Plus experience increased self confidence, resilience + mindfulness, on top off all the smiles, laughter, + new friends you meet along the way.
Winter Camp 2024
Join us for 3 whole days of winter-filled, outdoor fun, play, laughter, new friends, mindfulness tools and so much more. Join us! to discover the all the delights our Oregon Winter Wonderland has to offer.
September Campout Weekend
September Campout Weekend
Friday, Sept. 13th - Sunday, Sept. 15th, from 5pm (Fri.) - 3pm (Sun.)
The purpose of this event is to create an educational and environmental opportunity for youth to learn about camping and outdoor safety skills including; how to start a fire from scratch, how to access and produce clean drinking water and other intro how-tos are taught/demonstrated. This is also an opportunity to engage with the natural world, as well as, discover a variety of mindfulness practices and life skills for greater wellness and joy with life.
Details: A total of 2 camp days and 2 camp nights are included. Open to youth ages 11-18. We will be camping at Sutton Lake Campground on the Central Oregon Coast just North of Florence.
Healthy meals and snacks throughout the weekend are also included. B2Y will be providing one large 12 person tent for the girls, and one large 12 person tent for the boys. Each tent will have 6 occupants in each. We will also be providing lanterns for each tent. Please feel free to bring your own headlamp, or flashlights, etc.
Fees: The cost of this year’s September weekend camp is $120/per child enrolled. Fees are due at the time of registration confirmation for camp enrollment. However, we don’t wish to make finances a barrier to enrollment. We do offer scholarships for families in need of community support. If you’re greatly interested in your child’s participation with us, but finances are a real barrier to access, please contact us prior to filling out the registration form. *For those who quality, a discount code will be provided for completing your registration form. Our team will be in contact with you to evaluate what we can do to support and confirm enrollment.
What to expect? An overall boost in well-being, new friendships, smiles, laughter, new skills and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity and layered clothing appropriate for that weekend’s scheduled activities and weather conditions. Campers are highly encouraged to bring closed toes shoes and athletic style clothing for comfort and safety.
*A Weekend Prep Checklist and further participation details will be provided closer to the date of the event for all registered youth.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
DEPARTURE/DROP OFF
Fri. September 15th at 5pm: We’ll gather at base camp for a meet & greet, camp introduction and orientation. Then we’re off to Florence to camp, explore, learn and connect for the entire weekend. 🏕️ We’ll be building basic camp skills, introducing mindfulness practices and exploring nearby trails, beaches and ecology. 🌊RETURN/PICK UP
Sun. September 17th at 3pm
The beach is always a blast! Don’t miss out!
Summer Camp Late July 22nd-26th, 2024
Join us for 5 days of outdoor play, increased resilience and mindfulness, laughter, new friends and much more in the early July summer sunshine.
Summer Camp Early July 8th-12th, 2024
Join us for 5 days of outdoor play, increased resilience and mindfulness, laughter, new friends and much more in the late July summer sunshine.
Super Summer 9-Day Camp June 2024
Join us for 9 WHOLE DAYS of outdoor play, increased resilience and mindfulness, laughter, new friends and much more in the summer sunshine.
Spring Break Day Camp 2024
Join us for 3 days of outdoor play, increased resilience and mindfulness, laughter, new friends and much more.
Suddenly Sleepy - 5k ‘Sleepwalk’ @ Alton Baker Park
Join us to engage in healthy body movement outdoors and play, while fundraising at Alton Baker Park in Eugene, OR on Sunday, March 10th, 2024 from 9am-2pm. All proceeds directly benefit local non-profit SuddenlySleepy.org
Hoodoo’s Wintervention Giveaway + Community Fundraiser Event @ PublicHouse
Join us to celebrate Wintervention! with a play-filled giveaway and fundraiser at PublicHouse in Downtown Springfield on Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 from 6-8pm. All proceeds directly benefit 3 awesome Oregon non-profits, including Back2Youth!
Winter Camp 2023
Join us for 3 days of snow-filled play, laughter, new friends, mindfulness tools and much more.
Warren Miller’s ALL TIME Film Tour 2023 Community Fundraiser @ McDonald Theatre
Join us to celebrate the kickoff of snow season! with a powder-filled fundraiser at McDonald Theatre on Friday, November 17th, 2023. All proceeds directly benefit 3 awesome Oregon non-profits, including Back2Youth!
September 2023 Camping 101 Weekend
Original artwork designed by Svetlana Starodubtseva
September Camping 101 Weekend
Friday, Sept. 15th - Sunday, Sept. 17th, from 5pm (Fri.) - 3pm (Sun.)
The purpose of this event is to create an educational and environmental opportunity for youth to learn about camping and outdoor safety skills including; how to start a fire from scratch, how to access and produce clean drinking water and other intro how-tos are taught/demonstrated. This is also an opportunity to engage with the natural world, as well as, discover a variety of mindfulness practices and life skills for greater wellness and joy with life.
Details: A total of 2 camp days and 2 camp nights are included. Open to youth ages 11-18. We will be camping at Sutton Lake Campground on the Central Oregon Coast just North of Florence.
Healthy meals and snacks throughout are also included. A large 10 person tent will be supplied by B2Y. All other camping gear is needed.
Fees: The cost of this year’s September weekend camp is $100/per child enrolled. Fees are due at the time of confirmation for camp enrollment and can be paid easily through the Donate button in the navigation menu, or by following the prompts on our Take Action page.
Please know we don’t wish to make finances a barrier to enrollment. We do offer some scholarships for families in need of community support. If you’re greatly interested in your child’s participation with us, but finances are a real barrier to access, please go ahead and register. Our team will be in contact with you to evaluate what we can do to support or confirm enrollment.
What to expect? An overall boost in well-being, new friendships, smiles, new skills and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity and layered clothing appropriate for that weekend’s scheduled activities and weather conditions. Students are highly encouraged to bring closed toes shoes and athletic style clothing for comfort and safety.
*A Weekend Prep Checklist and further participation details will be provided closer to the date of the event for all registered youth.
Darlingtonia Botanical Trail Boardwalk carves a path through the forest to discover the rare native carnivorous Pitcher Plants or Cobra Lilies (Darlingtonia Californica). This park is the only state park in all of Oregon that's dedicated to the protection of just one plant species.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
DEPARTURE/DROP OFF
Fri. September 15th at 5pm: We’ll gather at 5pm for a meet & greet, camp introduction and orientation. Then we’re off to Florence to camp, explore, learn and connect for the entire weekend. 🏕️ We’ll be building basic camp skills, introducing mindfulness practices and exploring nearby trails, beaches and ecology. 🌊RETURN/PICK UP
Sun. September 17th at 3pm
The beach is always a blast! Don’t miss out!
Lane AABSS & B2Y Summer Day Camp 2023
Lane AABSS + B2Y
Summer Day Camp 2023
Monday, July 24th - Friday, July 28th, from 8:30am to 1pm
The purpose of this event is to create an educational and environmental opportunity for African American and Black youth to engage with nature through a variety of activities and mindfulness practices.
Details: A total of 5 camp days are included. Open for all incoming 6th grade to 8th grade students. Camp registration is FREE through the Lane AABSS, and can be found here.
Guardians will drop off and pick up their students at Lane ESD each day.
Lane ESD is located at 1200 State Hwy 99 N, Eugene, OR 97402.
It’s FREE for students to attend, as all attendance costs are covered by the Lane AABSS program. All youth must register through the Lane AABSS link above or through the button at the bottom of this page. Registration is NOT available through Back2Youth for this city sponsored event.
What to expect? An overall boost in well-being, new friendships, smiles and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity and (light layered) clothing appropriate for that day’s scheduled activity. It will be warm students are encouraged to wear light layers clothing and jackets. Students are highly encouraged to wear closed toes shoes and athletic style clothing for comfort and safety (please reach out to laneaabss@lesd,k12.or.us if you need support with these items).
What’s provided? Backpack, a Hydro Flask water bottle + a journal.
Lane AABSS will provide breakfast grab and go items, snacks and lunch. Water will also be provided and accessible throughout.
**If any student has any symptoms of illness, including but not limited to Covid-19 prior to the date of event or any visible signs of illness on the day of the event they will not be permitted to attend the event even if you RSVP**
If you have questions or concerns, please send an email to laneaabss@lesd.k12.or.us.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
Mon. July 24, 8:30am to 1pm: First day of camp gather at 8:30am for a meet & greet, camp introduction and orientation. Then we’ll head to Alton Baker Park for a day of fishing and activities
Tues. July 25, 8:30am to 1pm: Day 2 We’ll spend the day with SHIFT on a local bike cruise and also explore Downtown Eugene.
Weds. July 26, 8:30am to 1pm: Day 3 We will adventure up to ‘our local hiking legend’ Spencer’s Butte. Let’s take in the vistas at the top and also take a moment of gratitude to note how far we’ve come along our journeys.
Thurs. July 27, 8:30am to 1pm: Day 4
We’re going to head to the Cascades Raptor Center to meet their Birds of Prey Ambassadors and learn all about what makes them unique and integral to the animal kingdoms.Fri. July 28, 8:30am to 1pm: Day 5
On our final camp day, we’re off to explore with a guided tour and group activities at Mt. Pisgah and the Arboretum.
Cascades Raptor Center
Great Horned Owl - one of the many wonderful bird ambassadors you could meet this Spring.
Alton Baker Park © EugeneImages.com
Summer Day Camp 2023
Summer Day Camp 2023
Monday, June 19th - Friday, June 30th, from 9am to 4-6pm
*A special evening only Celebration Dinner will be held from 6-8pm on Friday, June 30th for campers and their families.
Details: A total of 9 camp days are included. Open to ages 11-18 years old.
What to expect? Overall boost in well-being, new friendships, smiles and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity and (layered) clothing appropriate per that day’s scheduled activity.
What’s provided? Backpack, shirt, + a Hydro Flask water bottle.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
Mon. June 19, 8:30am to 4pm: First day of camp gather at 8:30am for meet & greet, camp introduction and orientation. Then gear up for the Salem Ropes challenge course. This activity not only focuses on strength, but also teamwork, communication skills, encouragement, and bonding. 🤝🏽
Tues. June 20, 9am to 3:30pm: Day 2 We will spend the day with the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife, learn about local ecology and test our skills in fishing and archery. 🏹
Weds. June 21, 9am to 5:00pm: Day 3 We plan to explore the Willamette River - by jet boat, with Willamette Jet Boat Excursions in Portland. 🚤
Thurs. June 22, 9am to 3:30: Day 4
We’ll spend the morning with SHIFT on a local bike cruise. For the afternoon we’ll explore at SparkLab learning about STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) using 3d printers to make designs. 🚲Fri. June 23, 9am to 4:00: Day 5
We’ll head up the McKenzie River for a rain forest adventure including the Blue Pool Hike and a tour of Salahie Falls. 🏞️Mon. June 26, 9am to 3:30: Day 6
We’ll team up with Whole Earth Nature School for a day of exploration and education on outdoors skills. 🥾Tues. June 27, 9am to 3:30: Day 7
We’ll start out the day focused on conservation/giving back to our community with the City of Eugene Parks & Recreation Department. Later that afternoon we’ll be learning directly from local farmers about what it takes to run a bio-regenerative farm and build a healthy & happy partnership with animals. 🐮Weds. June 28, 9am to 5:00: Day 8
Trip to Newport to visit the beach and the Oregon Coast Aquarium. We’ll also enjoy a seaside lunch, play time on the sand and a dip in the ocean. Maybe we’ll even spot one of our local whale residents! 🐳Thurs. June 29, 9am to 6:00: Day 9
Why not save the best for last? With Finn Rock and a McKenzie River rafting trip. We’ll make a splash to wrap up our amazing B2Y Summer adventure. 🛶Fri. June 30, 6pm to 8pm: Special EVENING ONLY EVENT
Let’s celebrate the end of B2Y’s 2023 Summer Camp adventure season by getting together, sharing a meal (provided by B2Y), our gratitude and highlighting our greatest successes with our families. The B2Y Team, campers & their families are welcome to join in. .*Further details provided to enrolled families prior to camp. 🍕
Make friends with Olson at the Hatfield Marine Science Center
Sahalie Falls, Oregon © David Salter, FineArtAmerica
Blue Pool, Oregon © James-Parsons, ThisOregonLife.com
Spring Break Day Camp 2023
Spring Break Day Camp 2023
March 27th - March 29th
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 9am to *3:30pm.
Details: A total of 3 camp days are included. Open to ages 11-18 years old.
Cost? The cost of this year’s 3-day spring camp is $200/per child enrolled.
*Please know we don’t wish to make finances a barrier to enrollment. We do offer some scholarships for families in need of additional support. If you’re greatly interested in your child’s participation with us, but finances are a real barrier to access, please fill out the form to register, and our team will be in contact with you to evaluate what we can do to support or confirm enrollment.
What to expect? An overall boost in well being, new friendships, smiles and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity and layered, weather appropriate clothing for that day’s scheduled activity.
We’ll provide further details & a Prep for Spring Camp Checklist with confirmed registration closer to the event.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
Monday March 27, 8:30am to 4:00pm: First day of camp meet at 8:30am for orientation, meet & greet, camp introduction and gear up for a trip to Sea Lion Caves, to discover the playful nature of seals and sea lions in the World’s Largest Sea Cave, followed up by exploration time on the beach at Heceta Head Lighthouse in Florence, before returning home.
Tuesday March 28, 9am to 3:30pm: Day 2
We will explore and get our hands ‘dirty’ at Potter’s Quarter, and then go bowling at Round One, as a reminder that when the spring weather is as wet as it gets in our valley - we can still play, explore, connect with nature/Earth, create and enjoy engaging activities - even when we aren’t outdoors. Followed up with Sound & Yoga with Ginger who will be teaching us the value yoga practices, grounding, breath work, a sound bath and more.Wednesday March 29, 9am to 3:30pm: Day 3
For our third camp day we’re going to head to the Cascades Raptor Center to meet and learn about birds of prey. Then we’ll adventure to Mount Pisgah Arboretum for a guided nature tour and natural history workshop.
Sea Lion Caves
Photo © Robert J. Wilson/OregonWild.org
Cascades Raptor Center
Great Horned Owl - one of the many wonderful bird ambassadors you could meet this Spring.
Day Camp Winter 2022
Day Camp Winter 2022
Dec 19th - Dec 21st
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 9am to 3:30pm.
Details: A total of 3 camp days are included. Open to ages 11-18 years old.
Cost? The cost of this year’s 3-day winter camp is $200/per child enrolled.
*Please know we don’t wish to make finances a barrier to enrollment. We do offer some scholarships for families in need of additional support. If you’re greatly interested in your child’s participation with us, but finances are a real barrier to access, please fill out the form to register, and our team will be in contact with you to evaluate what we can do to support or confirm enrollment.
What to expect? Overall boost in well being, new friendships, smiles and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity, a swimsuit, (for the hot springs!) and layered, weather appropriate clothing for that day’s scheduled activity.
We’ll provide further details & a Prep for Winter Camp Checklist with confirmed registration and closer to the event.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
Monday Dec 19, 8:30am to 3:30: First day of camp meet at 8:30 am for orientation, meet & greet, camp introduction and gear up for a winter hike , followed up by a relaxing soak at the Belknap Hot Springs before returning home.
Tuesday Dec 20, 9am to 3:30: Day 2
We will explore and gain skills at Crux Rock Gym, as a reminder than when the weather is really dreary in our valley - we can still play, move the body, engage and enjoy physical actitives - even when we can’t get outdoors.Wednesday Dec 21, 9am to 3:30: Day 3
Winter Solstice - For our Third camp day we’re going to head to Hoodoo Ski Park for a full day of snow play. We’ll also learn about winter outdoor and avalanche safety.
Day Camp Summer 2022
Day Camp Summer 2022
June 21st - July 26th
Tuesdays and Thursdays
9am to 3:30pm.
Details: A total of 11 camp days are included. Open to ages 11-18 years old.
What to expect? Overall boost in well being, new friendships, smiles and adventures of all kinds with Mother Nature.
What to bring? An open mind, your curiosity and (layered) clothing appropriate per that day’s scheduled activity.
What’s provided? Backpack, shirt, a Hydroflask water bottle and shoes.
Schedule: Please arrive 15 minutes early for preparation before departure.
Tuesday June 21, 8am to 3:30: First day of camp meet at 8am for orientation, meet & greet, Camp introduction, orientation, and gear up for fishing and archery at Junction City pond.
Thursday June 23, 9am to 3:30: Day 2
We will spend half the day at SparkLab Learning about STEM (science,technology,engineering,math) while using 3d printers to make designs. The second part of the day we will wander over to the ridgeline trail for an afternoon hike.Tuesday June 28, 9am to 3:30: Day 3
For our Third camp, we will swing up to Spencer Butte for the Ropes Challenge Course. This activity will not only focus on physical strength, but also teamwork, communication skills, encouragement, and bonding.Thursday June 30, 9am to 3:30: Day 4
We’ll spend the day at Mt. Pisgah exploring more of this local gem’s hiking trails, take an arboretum tour, enjoy river access for swimming, and offering some time for a mindfulness meditation, yoga and/or ecological explorations.Tuesday July 5, 9am to 3:30: Day 5
City Bike Tour - We’ll peddle up the the Willamette from Sladden Park and see everything our riverfront has to offer.Thursday July 7, 9am to 3:30: Day 6
Trip to Florence to visit the Oregon Coast and enjoy a seaside lunch and beach activities such as Hobbit beach trail, lighthouse, and whale watching.Tuesday July 12, 9am to 3:30: Day 7
We’ll head up the McKenzie River for a rain forest adventure including the Blue Pool Hike and a tour of Salahie Falls.Thursday July 14, 9am to 3:30: Day 8
Paddle boards - We’ll leave from The River House in Eugene and head over to Autzen stadium and enjoy a fabulous day on the canal.Tuesday July 19, 9am to 3:30: Day 9
Environmental clean up at Delta ponds. Nature observation. Introduction to yoga, and sound healing techniques.Thursday July 21, 9am to 3:30:Day 10 Introduction to Social and Emotional learning (SEL), Neuroscience, art work, and kung fu.
Tuesday July 26, 9am to 3:30: Day 11
Rafting trip - Why not save the best for last! We will put in at Day island park in Springfield, and journey all the way down the Willamette river to the river house in Eugene.
Sahalie Falls, Oregon © David Salter, FineArtAmerica
Blue Pool, Oregon © James-Parsons, ThisOregonLife.com
YOUTH CAMP HIGHLIGHTS
Past Events have included:
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A hidden gem right here in our backyard. We will spend a good amount of time doing our day camps here throughout the summer. It offers hiking trails, river access for swimming, an arboretum, and lots of space for meditation, yoga and ecological exploration.
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Fishing isn't just one of America's favorite pastimes, but it also offers the opportunity to get out and explore the beauties of Oregon. We will spend some time teaching the basic fundamentals of fishing in hopes that teaching you how to fish will help feed yourself for a lifetime.Mini description here…
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We will journey up the beautiful Mckenzie River and hike into Blue Pool, which is where the river actually comes out of the ground and forms what is called a tamolitch pool. The hike is 4.2 miles round-trip, offering amazing scenery and wildlife all along the way..
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Teaching the basics of campsite set up and organization. Learning how to start a fire from scratch, cleaning your drinking water from the local creek and other intro how-tos are taught/demonstrated.
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We will head to the coast to spend the day checking out the aquatic life at the aquarium. Then we’ll head over to the beach for some fun activities and games in the sand and sea.
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One of the most highly anticipated camp days. We will head to Portland and spend the day jetting along the Willamette River, and stop for lunch at a local boat restaurant. The boat will go by huge tanker ships that are docked, swing by some of the local eagle’s nests, and maybe even do a 360° turn, making the water splash up into the boat for added fun.
