Camp Fire Afterschool (CFA) is a flexible and fun option for families looking to balance afterschool care with enrichment opportunities and social-emotional skill development. Filled with time outdoors, fun challenges, STEAM activities, games and songs, CFA supports youth in exploring their sparks, practicing social skills, creating connections, building community, and gaining confidence.
Spark add-on options allow CFA youth to join a themed course for 1.5 hours in the afternoon in small age-specific groups. Courses are designed to teach youth about a particular topic or activity that may become a lifelong passion!
CFA runs MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS, and FRIDAYS throughout the 2020-21 school year in 6-7 week sessions to coincide with the school district's schedule for reevaluating instructional format.
WEDNESDAYS will be Nature Days, an all-day, No School Day Camp style program with daily nature-based themes.
This year in particular, we will really be leaning into the aspects of CFA that get kids outside, away from screens, and socializing. For information on how we are working to reduce risks of COVID-19 exposure in our programs, please refer to our COVID-19 Handbook.
October 26 - December 18
*There will be no program the week of Thanksgiving and no Friday program on Dec. 11 for facility maintenance (Friday registration is priced accordingly).
| 1st-5th grade | 1st-3rd Spark add-on | 3rd-5th Spark add-on | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays (1:30-5:30pm) | CFA | Starflight Club | --- |
| Tuesdays (1:30-5:30pm) | CFA | Animal Kingdom | Jr. Scientists |
| Wednesdays (9:00am-5:30pm) | Nature Days | Nature Days | Nature Days |
| Thursdays (1:30-5:30pm) | CFA | Galaxy Explorers | Comic Creators |
| Fridays (1:30-5:30pm) | CFA | Skills and Makers with Cece | Skills and Makers with Cece |
DAYS AND TIMES:
CFA:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday - 1:30-5:30 pm
Spark add-ons run daily between 3:00-4:30pm.
Nature Days:
Wednesdays - 9:00 am-3:30 pm
PM Extended care available to allow for flexible pick up between 3:30-5:30 pm.
PRICE:
CFA: $120 per 7 week session
Spark add-ons: $30 additional per 7 week CFA session
Nature Days: $55 per day, $10 per PM extended care option
LOCATION: Sons of Norway, 549 NW Harmon Blvd, Bend, OR 97701
SPARK ADD-ON DESCRIPTIONS:
Session 2:
Starflight Club - Through a mixture of games, art, discussions, and service-learning projects, youth in this Spark will build relationships, tap into their passions and potential, and give service. This classic Camp Fire club has been revamped and is ready for today's 1st-3rd graders!
Animal Kingdom - This Animal Kingdom Sparks course will be our own version of a “national geographic” club. Youth will learn about animal behavior and environmental studies.
Jr. Scientists - This Spark will focus on all things science, from wacky experiments to fun engineering challenges, youth will try new things and learn to never give up when ideas don't work! A great opportunity for kids to practice working in groups, challenge themselves, and build confidence.
Galaxy Explorers - 1,2,3 blast off!!! We will explore the amazing world of Astronomy, the study of our universe. Youth will learn about stars, planets, galaxies and the ever expanding human exploration of space.
Comic Creators - Centered around the creation of comic books, youth in this Spark will work on creating their own story or series. They will practice their storytelling skills through creative writing and cartoon drawings.
Skills and Makers with Cece - Join our beloved Cece for this Sparks course that is all about making things. From jewelry making to cooking, Skills and Makers is a tried and true kid favorite!
SPACE IS LIMITED:
Camp Fire programs are kept small to ensure a great Adult:Youth ratio and create the best growth experience possible. If the program is sold out, please add yourself to the waitlist.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Limited financial assistance is available. Please do not wait to register if you need financial assistance. You will be able to complete your registration while your request is being processed. If you do not receive assistance, or the amount you do receive does not meet your needs, you will have the opportunity to cancel your reservation at no cost to you.
Young people want to shape the world.
Camp Fire provides the opportunity to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are.
In Camp Fire, it begins now.
