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A Day on the Farm: Tales From Teen Connects in Sisters

In a heartwarming display of community spirit and compassion, a group of teenagers from Camp Fire Central Oregon’s Teen Connect program recently embarked on a fulfilling volunteering experience at Harmony Farm Sanctuary. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and… Read More >

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A Call for Tumalo Day Camp Volunteer Counselors, Ages 18+

A Call for Tumalo Day Camp Volunteer Counselors, Ages 18+ Are you ready for the experience of a lifetime? Camp Fire Central Oregon is calling all fun-loving, adventurous souls to join us for an unforgettable volunteering opportunity at Tumalo Day… Read More >

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Bend City Council Makes Joyful Proclamation: Thursday, March 21 Is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® in Bend!

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Bend City Council Makes Joyful Proclamation: Thursday, March 21 Is Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® in Bend! Council’s proclamation spotlights the national holiday of youth appreciation, while Camp Fire Central Oregon announces a free ice-skating party on Wed., March… Read More >

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Staff Spotlight: Nadia Kelem

Nadia Kelem is Camp Fire's Outreach Coordinator and Program Specialist.

This fabulous Community Engagement Coordinator is now heading up our Summertime Teen Offerings … and we’re thrilled to share more about this amazing friend and leader! Camp Fire Central Oregon is super jazzed to announce a role change for one of… Read More >

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Media Release: Robo-Revolution: Grant-Powered Partnership Sparks STEM Excitement in Central Oregon Youth

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Grant-Powered Partnership Sparks STEM Excitement in Central Oregon Youth ESSER III funding for “teach the teachers” program enables Camp Fire Central Oregon to improve access to high-quality robotics enrichment, education and fun!  Bend, Ore. March 4, 2024… Read More >

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#KidDay: An Invitation to Connection

Every third Thursday in March, Camp Fire celebrates Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®, a holiday dedicated to encouraging the amazing young people in our lives. Since we founded it in 1997*, millions of people have marked #KidDay with messages to their… Read More >

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Tech Tinker Team Robotics for Grades 1-2 Starts March 5

Camp Fire Central Oregon is so excited to launch a new robotics afterschool camp for youth in Grades 1-2! The camp strives to engage this younger group around robotics and STEM, using our brand-new LEGO® Education Spike Essential Kit. Plus,… Read More >

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Bunny Heroes: Teens Hop Into Action at Rabbit Rescue Center in Redmond

There’s something irresistible about bunnies but when you add in helping bunnies that have experienced tough times or been abandoned, lending a hand to these furry friends takes on a whole new meaning. This past weekend, eight teens spent part… Read More >

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BINGO Bonanza: Fundraiser Raises Dollars and Smiles!

On January 28, Camp Fire Central Oregon threw its first-ever Not’Cho Grandma’s BINGO fundraiser at Silver Moon Brewing in Bend. The event drew over 150 enthusiastic players who turned out at 10 a.m. on a Sunday morning to purchase game… Read More >

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