Recreation. Adventure. Development.

"No Child Left Inside!"

 radcamps@gmail.com

541-771-3988

R.A.D. Camps is an outdoor recreation program designed to give kids, ages 7-17, the opportunity to explore exciting places while learning about their natural surroundings. These interpretive guided adventures expand kids' knowledge and interest in Oregon's natural wonders 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 First Responder and a professional lifeguard!

Summer Camps Bend Oregon

About RAD Camps

R.A.D. Camps are based out of beautiful Bend, OR and all adventures are in the surrounding area. R.A.D. Guides have many years of experience working with youth and are passionate about teaching how to explore the great outdoors while being "impact free." R.A.D. Camps provides an opportunity for kids to enjoy and learn about the environment.

R.A.D. Guides have unique personalities that enable them to connect with people and that kids can easily relate to. These guides believe that it is crucial to the wellbeing of adolescents to start learning about and enjoying nature at a young age.   This interaction with nature will enable kids to grow in a healthy active lifestyle and enjoy the outdoors throughout their lives.

“No Child Left Inside!!”
  
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!

A typical day consists of meeting at Harmon Park at 8am and heading to the day’s destination in the RAD Van.  Once at the trailhead, kids put on their backpacks and head down the trail to identify plants and animals. Kids are encouraged to bring their own cameras to shoot pictures of their experience.  The group will participate in outdoor games and swimming, eat lunch, and explore the area.  A main focus of the program is to teach kids to appreciate and respect the environment while leaving no trace.  After having the time of their lives, the campers will head down the trail back to the RAD Van for the ride home.

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! R.A.D. Camps 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 R.A.D.Camps 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 R.A.D. Camps 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, R.A.D. Camps 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

Winter Programs

RAD Camps winter programs consist of adventures to State Parks and Night Riding Pizza Parties at Hoodoo Ski Area. State Park adventures depart at 8am and return at 5pm and include a guided interpretive tour of the adventure location. Hoodoo night riding adventures depart Harmon Park at 3:45pm and return at 10pm every Friday and Saturday Night. Night skiing adventures include shuttle, lift ticket, pizza, soda, prizes and riding with RAD Freestyle Specialists.

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RAD Camps accommodates up to 10 kids per day and operates on a first come first serve basis. RAD Camps summer programs consist of 8am to 5pm adventures to Deschutes and Willamette National Forest locations and Oregon State Parks. All programs will meet at Harmon Park in Bend, Oregon. Trips include transportation, a guided interpretive tour of the adventure location, and a whole lot of fun. Paypal's checkout has a place to enter each kids name, age and gender. This information will help our guides prepare for each adventure. Please be sure to print and sign the liability releases and follow the "what to bring list" (near the bottom of this page). Bring the signed liability release and proper gear with you to your first RAD Camps adventure. Click on (Add to Cart) to sign up now! If you have any questions, please e-mail radcamps@gmail.com. We look forward to adventuring with you!

	2012 RAD Camps Summer Schedule
June 14	TBD1 $75
June 15	Fort Rock State Park $75
June 18	Smith Rock State Park $75
June 19	TBD2 $75
June 20	Wickiup Reservoir $75
June 21	Davis Lake $75
June 22	Crane Prairie $75
June 25	Sahalie/Koosah Falls $75
June 26	Clear Lake $75
June 27	Link Lake $75
June 28	Parish Lake $75
June 29	Deschutes Headwaters $75
July 2	Fall River $75
July 3	Maude Creek $75
July 4	TBD 3 $75
July 5	Daly Lake $75
July 6	Paulina Creek $75
July 9	Devils Lake $75
July 10	Meadow Lake $75
July 11	Bradley Lake $75
July 12	Sparks Lake $75
July 13	Marilyn Lakes $75
July 16	Echo Basin $75
July 17	Johnny Lake $75
July 18	Riggs Lake $75
July 19	Bull Bend $75
July 20	Jack Creek $75
July 23	Tamolitch Pool $75
July 24	Newberry Caldera $75
July 25	Island Lake $75
July 26	Fir Lake $75
July 27	Parks Creek $75
July 30	Crescent Lake $75
July 31	Big Lake $75
Aug. 1	East Lake $75
Aug. 2	Lava Lakes $75
Aug. 3	Tumalo Creek $75
Aug. 6	Todd Lake $75
Aug. 7	Paulina Lake $75
Aug. 8	Little Three Creeks Lake $75
Aug. 9	TBD4 $75
Aug. 10	Fish Lake $75
Aug. 13	Lava Lake $75
Aug. 14	Little Cultus Lake $75
Aug. 15	Mt.Bachelor $75
Aug. 16	Moon Mountain $75
Aug. 17	Deer Lake $75
Aug. 20	Salt Creek Falls $75
Aug. 21	Lapine State Park $75
Aug. 22	Hand Lake $75
Aug. 23	Cove Palisades State Park $75
Aug. 24	Hackleman Creek $75
Aug. 27	Round Lake $75
Aug. 28	Tumalo State Park $75
Aug. 29	Charleton Lake $75
Aug. 30	Meek Lake $75
Aug. 31	Twin Lakes $75

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R.A.D. Camps meets at Harmon Park at 8am and returns each day at 5pm.

If a reservation is cancelled 48 hours or more before an adventure begins, there will be a 90% refund. There will be no other refunds.

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