Tumalo’s Hub for Summer Fun.
Daily pickups at The Bite. Wilderness adventures for Tumalo kids, without the waitlists.
Bringing the Adventure to Your Doorstep
We believe that accessing Central Oregon’s wildest places shouldn’t require a long commute for parents. R.A.D. Camps brings the adventure to you with our specialized satellite pickup service.
The R.A.D. Satellite Shuttle Step-by-Step:
1. Check the Schedule: Look for camps in our Santiam, Willamette, or McKenzie zones.
These trips travel directly through your community on the way to the forest.
2. Select Your Pickup: During the registration checkout process, simply select the
"Optional Pickup & Drop-off" add-on for your specific camp days.
3. Meet the Van: Bring your camper to our designated local meeting spot. Our professional guides will be there to sign them in, load up gear, and head straight to the trail. No drive to Bend required!
Wilderness Adventure, Right from the Heart of Tumalo For families in Tumalo, the best summer memories start right in the center of the community. R.A.D. Camps offers a convenient daily shuttle from The Bite in Tumalo, whisking your campers away for a day of swimming, hiking, and fort-building in the high Cascades.
More Than Just a Ride:
Convenience: Located centrally at The Bite (19860 7th St), drop-off is easy, safe, and fits your morning routine. Grab a coffee while you wait!.
No Lotteries, Just Adventure: Unlike other local programs that fill up months in advance, R.A.D. Camps offers flexible daily registration. Choose the days that work for you.
Ideal for Rural Families: We know Tumalo kids love the outdoors. Our program extends that freedom into the National Forests, focusing on "Leave No Trace" education and unstructured nature play.
Logistics:
Meeting Point: The large parking lot next to The Bite in Tumalo.
Look For: The R.A.D. Camps Yard Sign.
Morning Pickup: 8:15 AM – 8:30 AM (Estimated).
Afternoon Drop-off: 3:15 PM – 3:30 PM (Estimated).
Safety Protocol: Parents must be present for sign-in/out. If a parent is not present by 3:30 PM, the camper will be transported to our main hub at Seven Peaks School in Bend.
Looking for Tumalo Kids Activities? R.A.D. Camps provides a robust alternative to the Tumalo Day Camp lottery system. Our mobile program ensures that your child sees more than just the State Park—exploring over 50 unique locations in the Deschutes and Willamette National Forests.