Summer 2023 Season Still Has Open Seats!
All our programs have openings and some of our availability has changed! Head over to Sawyer to see if the spots you're looking for have opened. Our availability changes daily due to cancellations, swaps, etc. Make sure to keep checking in on Sawyer to see if spots become available as we near our summer season.
If you need a specific number of available seats for a specific date or time frame, reach out to us via email at info@radcamps.com.
If you need a specific number of available seats for a specific date or time frame, reach out to us via email at info@radcamps.com.
Recreation. Adventure. Development.
RAD Camps
Youth Camps in Bend, Oregon
RAD Camps offers summer, fall, and winter youth programs in Bend, Oregon that give kids ages 7-17 the opportunity to explore over 50 unique locations in the pristine forests and mountains of Central Oregon while learning about their natural surroundings. Our programs emphasize fun, free play, camaraderie, and an appreciation for our natural world.
R.A.D. Camps operates under a special use permit in the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests.
R.A.D. Camps operates under a special use permit in the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests.
RAD Camps in Bend, Oregon
How Our Summer Camp Programs Work
We pick up our RAD campers at 8 am at William E. Miller Elementary School.
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We load our gear into the RAD van and we're off to explore one of 50 destinations.
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Once at the trailhead, kids put on their backpacks and hit the trail for fun and the adventure of a lifetime!.
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Day Camp Programs for Every Age Group
- RAD Camps offers summer day camps in Oregon to children from 7-17. Our children's day camp programs for ages 7-12 start at 8 am and end at 4 pm Monday - Friday. $89 per Trip.
- Our Teen camp programs are a bit longer and operate once a week. They run every Wednesday, starting at 8 am and return home by 5 pm. $99 per Trip.
- Coming soon is RAD Sprouts... a summer day camp for ages 4-6!! Keep an eye out for information coming out this week!
**New Summer Camp Pick-up and Drop-off Location**
William E. Miller Elementary School
300 NW Crosby Dr
Bend, Oregon 97703
300 NW Crosby Dr
Bend, Oregon 97703
Our Guided Programs Encourage Exploration
The children play games together, swim, eat lunch, and become familiar with local flora and fauna. We explore the area and encourage them to use their imagination to have fun in the gorgeous natural surroundings. A main focus of our programs is to teach kids to appreciate and respect the environment while practicing "Leave No Trace" principles.
After having the time of their lives, campers head back to the R.A.D. van for the ride home!
After having the time of their lives, campers head back to the R.A.D. van for the ride home!
Our RAD Camps Guides
RAD Camps Guides are experienced outdoors people who cherish the environment and thrive on sharing their knowledge and the love of nature with children of all ages! Every group is led by a Wilderness First Responder (or higher) and is accompanied by both male and female guides. Take a look at our "Guides" page for more stories!
Our owner Chance Caruso, a Central Oregon native and Wilderness EMT Ski Patroller is passionate about sharing his love for the outdoors with others. As a former camper who grew up attending the camp that is now the company he owns, he is dedicated to maintaining its traditions and creating unforgettable experiences for our clients.
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Hannah began her love of nature playing in the forests and rivers of Northern Idaho. She loves sharing her knowledge of the outdoors with children of all ages. She is a Wilderness First Responder, and RAD Camps' Director.
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Eric is one of the founders of RAD Camps and is now a registered nurse. He has long been introducing people to the freedom of the mountains and playing in the woods. He believes it is one of the most rewarding experiences anyone can have.
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Rayna's love of the wilderness began in childhood and her passion is instilling the same appreciation in the next generation. Rayna is a certified Wilderness First Responder.
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Quin grew up always playing in the forest and learning how to use nature to have fun! His favorite things about being outside are the first breath you take in the middle of the forest and hearing all of nature's beautiful sounds.
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Joshua, aka Ua grew up exploring the Oregon mountains. He is thrilled to work with kids and inspiring creative thought processes as part of the RAD Camps incredible mission to “leave no child left inside!”
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Mandy became a RAD Camps guide during the summer of 2020. In Bend she became a river guide and youth recreation leader. She has been a certified Wilderness First Responder for 13 years and has been working with children for over 22 years.
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Adam, aka Radam, is a certified Wilderness First Responder and professional Lifeguard. He loves to play in the nature and enjoys showing people how to have fun in the outdoors.
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Check Out Our RAD Summer Camp in Oregon recaps!
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