Register for Summer Camps Now
Clay Creations: Natural Pottery
Ages 5-11, NO EXTENDED CARE AVAILABLE FOR THIS CAMP. In this camp, kids will connect with the earth through the timeless art of clay, letting their hands flow with creativity and imagination. Together, we’ll shape and mold this natural material into beautiful works of art, from whimsical sculptures to earthy pottery. With each project, we’ll explore the peaceful process of working with clay—rolling, shaping, and glazing—while letting our inner visions come to life. It’s all about getting messy, being in the moment, and feeling the grounded, creative energy that comes from working with the earth’s own gifts. Join us as we craft, create, and flow with the spirit of clay!
Roots of Responsibility: A Camp for Earth Lovers
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. This week, we’ll embrace the spirit of “stewardship.” Together, we’ll wander through native ecosystems, marveling at the intricate web of life that sustains us all. Through play, creativity, and hands-on projects, we’ll discover how small acts of love and care can help keep these spaces thriving for generations to come. Together, we’ll add native plants to our camp spaces, dreaming up ways to make our outdoor environment more vibrant, nurturing, and alive with possibility. As we explore, create, and grow together, we’ll cultivate not just a deeper understanding of the natural world, but a sense of harmony and gratitude for the magic it holds.
Branching Out into the Trees
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. In this camp, we’ll journey into the peaceful world of trees, connecting with the wise and ancient giants of the Pacific Northwest. Together, we’ll explore their beauty and stories through mindful art projects, creating from the heart and the earth. We’ll sketch the textures of bark, paint the vibrant leaves, and craft nature-inspired pieces that celebrate the life and energy of these trees. With each project, we’ll honor the trees’ unique shapes, colors, and spirits, using natural materials to bring our creations to life. This camp is all about slowing down, tuning into nature’s rhythms, and letting the forest guide our creativity.
Natural Impressions: Pattern and Printmaking
Ages 5-11, extended care sign up is available between 8am - 5pm. We’ll celebrate the beauty of the earth and the creativity within every child. This fully outdoor camp invites kids to slow down, breathe deeply, and connect with the rhythms of nature as they explore the magical art of printmaking. Using leaves, flowers, and other gifts from the natural world, campers will create meaningful prints and artworks that reflect their connection to the earth. Through gentle walks, thoughtful observations, and hands-on crafting, they’ll uncover the hidden patterns and stories in nature, blending art and science in joyful harmony.
Earth's Palette: Natural Dyeing Camp
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. Colors are all around us, especially at this magical time of year! In this camp, we’ll harvest nature’s vibrant hues from our dye garden and forage along hiking trails to create our own natural inks and dyes. Through the gentle process of dyeing, kids will discover the beauty and magic of transforming simple fabrics into works of art. By the end of the week, they’ll breathe new life into old shirts, linens, and other special projects, using the colors of the earth to make something truly unique. Campers can bring items from home or use available fabrics to create a special project they can keep and cherish. It’s all about connecting with nature, exploring color, and embracing the creativity that flows from the earth!
Wild & Mindful
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. At Wild & Mindful, kids blend adventure with inner calm as they explore forests, streams, and meadows while learning mindfulness techniques. Each day features outdoor fun—like hiking, crafts, and wildlife observation—combined with yoga, meditation, and mindful breathing.
Campers will deepen their connection to nature and themselves, gaining tools for focus, relaxation, and emotional resilience. Perfect for kids who love the outdoors and parents who value personal growth, Wild & Mindful inspires curiosity, joy, and lifelong well-being.
Teas, Tinctures, Herbs, and Potions
Ages 5-11, Back by popular demand, this camp was a kid favorite for the last two years! We’ll dive into the fascinating world of plants, learning about the medicinal and culinary wonders of native species and common garden herbs. Through hands-on activities, we’ll craft syrups, poultices, and potions from scratch, discovering the magic of nature’s apothecary. With plenty of time for exploration, creativity, and fun, this camp promises to be an unforgettable journey into the healing power of plants!
Nature's Bounty: Exploring Edible Nature
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. This week, kids will embark on a foraging adventure, learning to identify edible and medicinal plants native to the Northwest. Along the way, we’ll emphasize the importance of safety—always foraging with an adult—and practice sustainable techniques to ensure these plants thrive for generations. Together, we’ll mindfully collect what we need, honoring the balance of nature, and explore the many uses of the plants we find. From teas to salves to tasty treats, campers will create their own plant-based concoctions, deepening their connection to the natural world through hands-on learning and creativity.
Wild Creations: Jewelry & Accessories from Nature
Ages 5-11, NO EXTENDED CARE AVAILABLE THIS WEEK. Campers will wander the outdoors, gathering treasures like flowers, leaves, twigs, and stones to create one-of-a-kind handmade items. They’ll design and make beautiful accessories such as: flower crowns full of natural beauty, bracelets woven with twine, bark, and blooms, earrings crafted from earthy materials, magical wands inspired by forest fairies, and so much more!
Each day blends peaceful nature walks to gather materials with hands-on crafting sessions where creativity flourishes. Along the way, campers will learn about sustainable living and the joy of working with their hands in harmony with the earth.
Storytelling with the Seasons: Summer
Ages 5-11, NO EXTENDED CARE AVAILABLE THIS WEEK. This week, we’ll tune into the natural rhythms of the Earth and reflect on the changing seasons through the power of storytelling. As we settle into the long days of summer, we’ll hear myths and tales from the Pacific Northwest that celebrate the wonders of this time of year. Kids will have the freedom to explore their own creative paths, collecting natural treasures, sketching, painting, and building their own stories inspired by the world around them. It’s a week of connection, creativity, and discovery, where we’ll honor the magic of the seasons and the stories they tell.
Air Dry Pottery with Natural Clay (August 19-23; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. We will spend the week harvesting clay and sculpting everything from pots to gnomes.
Fabric Dyeing with Nature (August 12-16; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. Colors are all around us, especially at this time of year! We’ll harvest nature’s beautiful hues from our dye garden and forage along hiking trails to create natural ink and dye for fabrics. At the end of the week, we will get to give fabrics like old shirts, linens, and tote bags new life through the natural dyeing process. Kids will get to bring items from home or use some available old fabrics to create a project for them to keep.
Taking Care of Mother Earth (August 5-9; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. This week we’ll learn about the word “stewardship” and what that means for us as caretakers of our environment. We’ll explore native ecosystems as we talk about ways to make sure they stay healthy for generations to come. The kids will drive projects of their own interests to make our outdoor spaces more functional, educational, and full of life. As always, we’ll play, explore, and create along the way!
Shelter Building (July 29-August 2; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign ups available between 8am-5pm. This week, we will explore shelter building for humans as well as all sorts of real and magical creatures. Kids will gather supplies such as branches, mosses, and leaves from our surroundings to make a shelter. We’ll think about what we would need if we lived outside, and what we want to use to make ourselves a cozy space for the week. Once we build our own shelter, we will also pick some other shelters to build for creatures like pollinators, frogs, birds, and even fairies!
Foraging (July 22-26; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign up available between 8am-5pm. This week, kids will learn to identify edible and medicinal plants to forage in the Northwest, with the important note to never forage without an adult present. We will practice sustainable techniques, making sure to take only what we need and ensure the longevity of plants for years to come. After collecting each plant, we’ll learn about their uses and make some of our own concoctions to try!
Storytelling with the Seasons: Summer (July 15-19; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign up available between 8am-5pm. This week, we will be reflecting on the changing seasons and tuning into the natural rhythms of the Earth through storytelling. We’ll hear myths and stories about the Pacific Northwest as we discover the wonders of the transition from Spring to Summer. The kids will also have the freedom to follow their own interests as they collect, sketch, paint, and build stories that celebrate our surroundings.
Herbs and Potions (July 8-12; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign up available between 8am-5pm. This camp was a kid favorite in 2023, and this year we timed it to correspond with the blooming of our perennial tea garden! We’ll learn about medicinal and culinary uses of native plants, as well as explore common herbs found in a home garden, as we make all sorts of syrups, poultices, and potions from scratch.
Painting with Trees (June 24-28; 9am-3pm daily)
Ages 5-11, extended care sign up available between 8am-5pm. This week aims to bring the green blur of nature into a finer focus by naming and learning to identify the most common trees in the PNW: Oregon White Oak, Bigleaf Maple, Douglas Fir, Western Redcedar, and more. Kids will use found materials, along with other natural pigments and tools, to paint what they see and feel as we truly get to know these gentle giants.
Homeschool Mini Camp
Each day will be a unique experience with the common thread of seasonal transitions, so you can sign up for one mini camp or all three! Kids will have the chance to build community and follow their interests as we spend time communing with nature. Camps will focus on exploring the seasons and the natural rhythms of the Earth. In the fall, we’ll explore topics of gathering, preparing, creating, and natural balance! We will meet at 9am and pick up will be at 2pm each day.
Homeschool Mini Camp
Each day will be a unique experience with the common thread of seasonal transitions, so you can sign up for one mini camp or all three! Kids will have the chance to build community and follow their interests as we spend time communing with nature. Camps will focus on exploring the seasons and the natural rhythms of the Earth. In the fall, we’ll explore topics of gathering, preparing, creating, and natural balance! We will meet at 9am and pick up will be at 2pm.
Homeschool Mini Camp
Each day will be a unique experience with the common thread of seasonal transitions, so you can sign up for one mini camp or all three! Kids will have the chance to build community and follow their interests as we spend time communing with nature. Camps will focus on exploring the seasons and the natural rhythms of the Earth. In the fall, we’ll explore topics of gathering, preparing, creating, and natural balance! We will meet at 9am and pick up will be at 2pm each day.
Storytelling with the Seasons
Throughout the camp, we will be reflecting on the changing seasons and tuning into the natural rhythms of the Earth through storytelling. We will write, collect, sketch, paint, and build our stories each day as we explore our surroundings.
Color Through the Eyes of a Naturalist
This 7 week naturalist training will allow us to explore nature through the lens of color and pattern. An astonishing variety of natural colors surrounds us every day, and we will learn to notice this beauty throughout our course. We’ll focus on a new species of plant or animal (including insects and birds!) every session. Each participant will capture their essence with observations, sketching, natural paint making, and more. We will meet each Thursday from 4-5:30pm.
Open House for Homeschooling Families
If you are part of a homeschooling family, come join us for our Open House! We invite you and your kiddos into our outdoor classroom for a chance to make native wildflower seed “bombs” and get to know one another.
Family Naturalists - Native Plants Jewelry Making
In this class, participants will collect leaves, twigs, bark, grasses, or whatever else catches their eye as they hike and explore the area. They will then return to the outdoor classroom to create epoxy gems for earrings, necklaces, charm bracelets, key chains and more.
Family Naturalists - Upcycle Clothing
In this class, participants will learn how to give old clothes a new life through a variety of patching, embroidery, and dye techniques.
Family Naturalists - Tree ID
This class is an introduction to nature journaling with a fun twist: create a series Oregon State Tree IDs for the trees you learn to identify.
Middle School Mini Camp - Back to School Upcycle Fashion
Learn techniques to embroider, patch, hem, and dye old clothes to give them a brand new life. Practice on our scrap clothes, or bring your own and create something you can wear to school.
Camp - Painting the Trees
Throughout the week we’ll create a tree identification guide, learning the local native trees and painting with natural pigments and found or constructed paint brushes.
Camp - Roots, Shoots, Flowers and Fruits
Using the garden harvest, we’ll explore how different parts of a plant can be delicious for us and important for the plant’s growth and life-cycle.
Camp - Herbs and Potions
We’ll learn about medicinal and culinary uses of native plants, as well as explore common herbs found in a home garden. Chamomile and lavender-filled sleepy herb sachets are on the agenda!