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Recreation. Adventure. Development.

"No Child Left Inside!!!"

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R.A.D. Camps is an outdoor recreation / education program designed to give kids, ages 8-17, the opportunity to safely explore exciting places while learning about their natural surroundings. Our interpretive guided adventures are meant to expand kids' knowledge and interest in all the natural wonders Oregon has to offer while promoting a healthy, fun lifestyle.

R.A.D. Camps operates under a special use permit with the United States Forest Service and emphasizes safety, fun, camaraderie, and an appreciation for the natural world.

All R.A.D. Camps will be accompanied by a Wilderness EMT and a professional lifeguard! Most trips will also have a female guide!

About RAD Camps

R.A.D. Camps are operated by Adam Sather and Eric Jackson, both residents of beautiful Bend, OR. Eric and Adam have 19 years of combined experience working with youth. They are passionate about teaching how to explore and enjoy the great outdoors while being "impact free." R.A.D. Camps provides an opportunity for kids to enjoy and learn about the wilderness environment.

Both Adam and Eric have unique personalities that enable them to connect with people and that kids can easily relate to. By starting R.A.D. Camps, they hope to give back to the community by providing an opportunity for kids to get out and enjoy all that Oregon has to offer and learn about the wilderness in the process!

“No Child Left Inside!!”

The owners of R.A.D. Camps feel that it is crucial to the wellbeing of adolescents to start learning about and enjoying the wilderness at a young age. This will enable them to grow in that lifestyle and enjoy it throughout their lives.

In the words of author Richard Louv (2008) in his book Last Child in the Woods, “… adult concern for, and behavior related to, the environment derives directly from participating in such ‘wild nature activities’ as playing independently in the woods, hiking, fishing, and hunting before the age of eleven.” Louv cites numerous studies and anecdotal observations showing how important “free play” and “natural play time” are for kids when they are growing up and highlights the benefits obtained from these activities. R.A.D. Camps is committed to getting kids outside enjoying Oregon, please join us!

Testimonials

We love R.A.D camps! It has been an amazing experience for our son Alder. He is getting out and enjoying some of the most beautiful places that Central Oregon has to offer. There is nothing better then your kid spending the day hiking, swimming, caving and making new friends including frogs! Eric and Adam have created a wonderful outlet for kids to experience things they might not have ever experienced before. We are thrilled to be a part of such a wonderful program and we look forward to getting "RAD" every summer!

Butsch Family

"R.A.D. Camps is the only camp our son wants to go to this summer. Our experience with Eric and RADam has been first class. They have taken their passion for the out of doors and combined it with the simple pleasures of hiking, exploring, and learning. We are thrilled with what the R.A.D. Camps adventure has to offer."

Christen & Christian

"Participation in R.A.D. Camps has been such a positive thing for my family. My two sons are looking forward to their third summer with Eric and Adam and will be joined by their younger sister this year! I am continually being amazed by the skills, knowledge and personal growth they have acquired through this experience. As well as building self-confidence, the program has also allowed them to build new friendships and establish a lasting connection to our beautiful state!"

Jennifer Marks

"R.A.D. Camps have been wonderful for our son Sam. In addition to fun and adventure, Eric and Adam have taught Sam to identify plants and animals, to be safe and start him down the road to self reliance and appreciation of the natural world. Now our seven year old daughter can't wait to start this summer."

-Stephanie and Jonathan

Sign Up Now!!

RAD Camps accommodates up to 10 kids per day and operates on a first come first serve basis so reserve your spot today! Please be sure to print and sign the liability releases (near the bottom of this page) and bring them with you to your first RAD Camp. Trips include food, transportation, and a lot of fun! Pay pal's checkout should have a place to enter each kids name, age and gender. This information will help us prepare for each trip. If you have any questions, please e-mail radcamps@gmail.com.

June 18	Metolious River $60
June 21	Fort Rock State Park $60
June 22	Smith Rock State Park $60
June 23	Whychus Creek $60
June 24-25	Silver Falls State Park $120
June 28	Parish Lake $60
June 29	Deschutes Headwaters $60
June 30	Lava River Cave $60
July 1	Little Three Creek Lake $60
July 2	Sahalie/Koosah Falls $60
July 5	Daly Lake $60
July 6	Paulina Creek $60
July 7-8	Cascadia State Park $120
July 9	Meadow Lake $60
July 12	Bradley Lake $60
July 13	Clear Lake $60
July 14	Marilyn Lakes $60
July 15	Echo Basin $60
July 16	Johnny Lake $60
July 19	Riggs Lake $60
July 20-21	Fall Creek $120
July 22	Head of Jack Creek $60
July 23	Tamolitch Falls $60
July 26	Newberry Caldera $60
July 27	Crescent Mountain $60
July 28	Fir Lake $60
July 29	Lava Lake $60
July 30	Link Lake $60
July 31 - Aug 3	Beverly Beach Sate Park $240
August 4	Deschutes River Float $60
August 5	Upper Tumalo Creek $60
August 6	Island Lake $60
August 9	Gordon Lakes $60
August 10	Fall River $60
August 11	Black Butte $60
August 12	Fish Lake $60
August 13	Hackleman Creek $60
August 16	Little Cultus Lake $60
August 17	Mt. Bachelor $60
August 18	Diamond Creek Falls $60
August 19-20	Crater Lake $120
August 23	Deer Lake $60
August 24	Meek Lake $60
August 25	Lava Lands $60
August 26	Cove Palisades $60
August 27	Betty Lake $60
August 30	Round Lake $60
August 31	Todd Lake $60
September 1	Charleton Lake $60
September 2-5	Honeyman State Park $240

September 12: First annual R.A.D. Fest!! An appreciation BBQ/potluck for all friends and families of R.A.D. Camps! Location to be determined.

If an adventure is cancelled 48 hours or more before an adventure begins, there will be a 90% refund.

Within 48 hours of a trip there will be no refund.

RELEASE AGREEMENT AND APPLICATION

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Adam Sather (541) 771-3988

Eric Jackson (541) 280-0852

R.A.D. Camps meets at the old Mt. Bachelor Park and Ride covered bus station(Simpson and Columbia) at 8am and returns each day at 5:30pm.

What to bring

For day camps:	For overnight camps:
day pack	day pack
Water bottle	Water bottle
Sunglasses	Sunglasses
Swimsuit	Swimsuit
Sandals	Sandals
Chapstick	Chapstick
Good sturdy shoes	Good sturdy shoes
Big Smile!	Warm non-cotton clothing (long underwear, sweatshirt, socks, beanie)
	Sleeping Bag
	Sleeping Pad
	Rain Gear
	Toothbrush and Toothpaste
	Flashlight
	Big Smile!
Optional:
Camera
Swimming goggles
Cellphone (to call parent on the way home)

R.A.D. Camps has a limited supply of loaner sleeping bags, pads, and backpacks if you do not have your own! Just let us know! We will provide food, sunlotion, bug spray, whistles, and all other necessities. R.A.D. Camps will supply the tents.