Need a Summer Camp in Bend on Short Notice? Start Here

Jul 1

If you are wondering what your child can do next week, take a breath. Start with program fit, then use ACTIVE to review the current dates and enrollment choices. A clear match matters more than guessing which program might have room.

Summer plans change. The quickest way to make a confident choice is to compare your child’s age, readiness, interests, and day-length needs before opening registration.

How to choose a camp quickly without adding stress

• Start with age and readiness. Program ages are the first filter. Then read the program page for toileting, separation, group-participation, and activity expectations.

• Match the day to what your child enjoys now. Outdoor discovery, biking, climbing, making, and overnight experiences each have a different rhythm.

• Check the logistics. Confirm the published meeting location, start and pickup times, transportation choices, and care options for the exact date you want.

Start with our Camp Chooser. It compares programs by age and experience so you can identify the right fit before checking current dates in ACTIVE.

Programs to compare for July and August

These programs serve different ages, interests, and schedules. Compare the fit first, then use each program’s registration link to review current dates. The website does not claim that a date has space unless ACTIVE confirms it.

R.A.D. NEST for ages 3–4

R.A.D. NEST offers a gentle, nature-based first-camp experience with outdoor play, sensory discovery, and a predictable small-group rhythm.

• Half Day: 9:00 AM–12:00 PM · $69 per day.

• Full Day: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM · $105 per day.

• Full-week value: Add all five dates from the same week for the same camper in one order and save $50.

• Care: Pre-care from 7:45 AM is available with Half Day or Full Day. Aftercare through 5:30 PM is available only with Full Day.

• Readiness: Campers must be fully toilet independent, able to separate and settle, follow simple safety directions, and participate in group play.

See NEST dates, readiness guidance, and pricing.

R.A.D. Sprouts and Adventures

R.A.D. Sprouts gives ages 4–7 a more active full-day experience from the Seven Peaks home base, with optional adventure choices on published dates. R.A.D. Adventures serves older elementary-age campers with outdoor day trips and date-specific logistics. Review each page for the current age range, schedule, and preparation details.

Overnights, Bike, Climbing, and Studio programs

R.A.D. Overnights offers a supported weekend camping format for ages 9–15. R.A.D. Bike is built for ages 8–12 who want to practice riding skills and spend time on Central Oregon trails. R.A.D. Climbing offers age-specific tracks at Smith Rock. Art Camp and Design & Build serve campers who want a creative studio rhythm. Review each program page for equipment, dates, schedule, and preparation before registering.

Plan transportation from the published location

R.A.D. programs use the meeting and pickup locations published on each program page. Some Adventure dates offer select pickup choices in Sisters or Tumalo. Review the Locations page and the selected ACTIVE session before planning transportation; do not assume a pickup location that is not shown for your date.

Getting started today

A well-matched camp day can add outdoor play, new experiences, and connection to a changing summer schedule. Review the program page carefully so age, day length, transportation, and readiness all fit your family.

Use the Camp Chooser to identify a program fit, then use ACTIVE registration to review current dates and complete checkout. The Camp Chooser does not display live enrollment inventory.

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