Tualatin Riverkeepers Summer Camps focus on fostering a sense of awareness and love for the natural world. Campers are encouraged to explore their natural instincts to learn and discover the natural world.
How to Register for Camp?
Step 1:
Select a camp session
Step 2:
Fill out Form (click here) and submit
Step 3:
Make Payment through PayPal
Summer Camp Locations
Nature Day Camp sessions take place at two different locations. Click on links below to learn more about these fabulous locations.
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
Campers will have the opportunity to observe and explore nature, ask questions, and seek the answers themselves.
Summer Camp Sessions
Wildlife Adventure – Morning Session
June 25-29
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
ages 4-6
9 am – 12 pm
$135
Campers will discover the secrets of the Refuge. They will see a Great Blue Heron fishing for his breakfast, hear the call of the raptors soaring above and feel fur of a red fox! Campers experience sensory awareness activities that will stay with them for a life time. We will make crafts, draw maps and make friends!
Wildlife Adventure – Afternoon Session
June 25-29
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge
ages 4-6
1 pm – 4 pm
$135
Same program as the morning session. Campers will discover the secrets of the Refuge. They will see a Great Blue Heron fishing for his breakfast, hear the call of the raptors soaring above and feel the fur of a red fox! Campers experience sensory awareness activities that will stay with them for a life time. We will make crafts, draw maps and make friends!
River Adventure 1
July 9-13
Summer Creek Natural Area
ages 11-13
9 am – 4 pm
$220
During this camp we will explore Summer Creek natural area, unlock the secrets of what goes on at night, discover what lives in Summer Creek, and who claims the Ponderosa’s as their home. We will have one full day of kayaking on the Tualatin River leaving from Cook Park in Tigard.
River Adventure 2 THIS SESSION IS FULL
July 16-20
Summer Creek Natural Area
ages 7-10
9 am- 4 pm
$220
During this camp we will build forts, discover what lives in summer creek, and explore the wonders of nature. You will catch a crawdad! We will have one full day of canoeing on the Tualatin River, leaving from Cook Park in Tigard.
River Adventure 3
August 6-10
Summer Creek Natural Area
ages 11-13
9 am – 4 pm
$220
During this camp we will explore the trails in Summer Creek natural area, identify the plants and trees, and discover signs left by the Summer Creek wildlife residents. We will have one full day of a kayaking, leaving from Cook Park in Tigard.
River Adventure 4 - THIS SESSION IS FULL
August 13-17
Summer Creek Natural Area
ages 7-10
9 am – 4 pm
$220
During this camp we will build forts, make maps and discover the forest. At Summer Creek we will see raptors flying overhead, listen to the birds discuss their day. We will have one full day of canoeing on the Tualatin River, leaving from Cook Park in Tigard.
Additional Camp Information
Registration Instructions
Please fill out registration form with child and adult contact information. You may select multiple camp sessions. If you need other payment options please contact lori@tualatinriverkeepers.org(503) 218-2580
Refund Policy
An 85% refund is available if you cancel one month prior to the camp start date. A 50% refund is available if you cancel 2 weeks prior to camp start date.
Staff
All camp staff are enthusiastic and dedicated to enhancing your child's camp experience. All are CPR/First AID certified and have passed a background check.
Canoe and Kayak Trips
Camp sessions with a canoe or kayak trips are led by trained, experienced trip leaders. Life Jackets will be worn at all times, and safety will be a priority.
For more information contact Lori Kruse at lori@tualatinriverkeepers.orgor (503) 218-2580.
