Category: Camps and Education

From April 1-15, NW Kids Magazine held nominations for Portland’s Best Summer Camps.  The three camps in each category with the most nominations became finalists.

Outdoor Old School Three kids meet in the open woods behind their neighborhood. One of them brings fishing line and hooks.

Language immersion as a brain-builder for children is well-known by now, and tucked away at the corner of Southeast Portland is one of only three such schools in the country: a Russian immersion program for elementary students.

It’s 10 AM on a summer Sunday morning. Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center staff are eagerly awaiting the incoming group of backpackers at the Opal Creek trail head.

Exploring nature is the birthright of every child. Being successful and safe in the outdoors builds confidence.

Photo courtesy of Blue Compass Camps Two things we really love: summer camps, and all of you! Okay, three: saving money.

Yes, it’s still winter, but spring will be here before you know it, which means Spring Break! Looking for ideas on how to keep the kiddos occupied and engaged while school’s out? Here are some of our faves.

Feeling a little anxious about making one of the most important decisions in your kiddo’s life? We feel you.

With the holiday season upon us, it’s important to step back and take a moment to reflect on everything we are fortunate to have.

The holidays are wonderful and all, but what to do with the kidlets when school’s closed for two whole weeks? … Send ’em off to camp, of course! Here are some of the coolest around.