Summer 5-DAY Camp
Late July 22nd - 26th, 2024
from 8:30am to 4:00pm.
Details: A total of 5 camp weekdays, packed full of a variety of fun, educational & uplifting activities are included. Open to Lane County youth, ages 11-18 years old.
Cost? The cost of this year’s 5-day, July 22nd-26th 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 CONTACT US FIRST so our team can work with you to evaluate what we can do to support and confirm your enrollment.
What to expect? An overall boost in well being, increased resilience and mindfulness, a reduction in expressed feelings of stress, depression and/or anxiety, new friendships, smiles. laughter 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, as well as, information & a Prep for Summer Camp Checklist with confirmed camper registration, closer to the event.
Late July Summer Camp Schedule
Monday July 22, 8:30am to 5pm:
Day 1
First day of camp, meet for orientation, meet & greet, and camp introduction. Then we’ll jump right in, making a big splash with a McKenzie River rafting trip from Finn Rock to Helfrich., led by the River House Outdoor Program.Tuesday July 23, 8:30am to 4pm:
Day 2
We will start our morning off rock climbing at the Skinners Butte rock columns, and learn the importance of Teamwork and mindfulness skills. Then we will dive into a group snorkeling adventure along the Mckenzie River, led again by the River House.Wednesday July 24, 8:30am to 4pm:
Day 3
A trip to the beach, with a hike along the Hobbit Trail just North of Florence. 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!Thursday July 25, 8:30am to 4pm:
Day 4
We’re going to explore and hike along the waterfall filled trails of the largest state park in Oregon. Silver Falls State Park, located abut 25 miles outside of Salem. boasts more than 9,000 acres of protected wilderness, as well as, some of the most spectacular waterfalls around, including the 177-foot South Falls and the 178-foot Double Falls.Friday July 26, 8:30am to 4pm:
Day 5
We’ll wrap up our adventurous outdoor week, making the most of our local water holes, with a day of kayaking with the River House at Dexter Reservoir (Dexter Lake).
*Please note, our camp schedule is subject to change depending on weather, the availability of collaborators and other factors that may be outside of our control. We will keep the schedule in tact, but some activities or locations may shift prior to the date listed. Of course, we will keep those enrolled and their families informed of any changes as promptly and with as much advanced notice as conditions allow. Thank you! - The B2Y Team
Navigating the rapids with the River House
Kayaking day with the River House
