Little girl with paper crown.FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

Camp Fire Central Oregon's Autumn Family Faire is Bringing the Fun to Bend—and It's FREE!

Youth Development Organization Calls for Community Volunteers.

Bend, Ore, October 10, 2024 – Get ready for a fall-tastic day of family fun as Camp Fire Central Oregon hosts its 3rd Annual Autumn Family Faire on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Troy Field in Bend. This is not your ordinary day out—it's a community-powered, super-fun celebration of youth and everything to love about autumn, including a perfect chance to wear those creative costumes, too!

Kids setting up for the Autumn Family Faire.With free entry, attendees can enjoy a whole lineup of fall-inspired games, crafts, entertainment, food vendors, STEM activities, a photo booth, and seriously awesome raffle prizes. Raffle tickets for various goodies and gift cards will benefit school-year programs and summer camps offered by Camp Fire, the inclusive youth development organization that’s been serving Central Oregon kids since 1916. And new this year: Camp Fire program displays featuring homemade crafts and other items made by actual Camp Fire kids.

Calling all volunteers! Camp Fire is on the lookout for both teen and adult volunteers to bring their energy and excitement to this incredible day. Whether teens are looking to make a difference (and add some serious sparkle to their job or college apps), or adults just want to jump into the community fun, there are plenty of ways to get involved and volunteer, signing up for one or more shifts.

Volunteers work with children at the Autumn Family Faire“We’re super pumped to have the support of our community behind this event," says Zafiro Larsen, one of Camp Fire Central Oregon's program managers and the lead planner for the faire. "The volunteer spirit is a huge part of what makes all the magic happen, and we can’t wait to see what this year brings! We’re asking everyone to save the date and mark their calendars—let’s make this autumn celebration the best one yet!

Volunteers Details

  • Various volunteer shifts are available! Click here to learn more.
  • Teens: Sign up through the Camp Fire Teen Connects program. At the faire, they will work with experienced event managers who will support them throughout their shift(s).
  • Adults: Sign up here. 
  • Volunteer perk: Morning volunteers will enjoy coffee and pastries to kickstart the day. A pizza lunch will be provided for all volunteers. (Kids with dietary restrictions should indicate so on their medical form available through Teen Connects registration.)

A teen volunteer face-painting.INTERVIEW CONTACT:

Zafiro Larsen (she/her/hers), Program Manager | Camp Fire Central Oregon
zafiro@campfireco.org; 541-205-9069

GENERAL MEDIA INQUIRIES:

Katie Roberts (she/her/hers), Marketing & Content Specialist | Camp Fire Central Oregon
katie@campfireco.org; (541) 299-2812

About Camp Fire Central Oregon

Founded in 1910, Camp Fire is a national organization that actively engages youth and teens in building essential skills for life. Camp Fire Central Oregon has been a local leader in youth development since 1916. The organization provides out-of-school time, teen service and leadership, camp and environmental programs. Young people want to shape the world. Camp Fire provides the opportunity to help them find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are.

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