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Staff Spotlight: Andrew Blaylock, Teen Programs Coordinator

From Middle School Music to Teen Mentorship: Andrew Blaylock Finds His New Stage at Camp Fire! If you haven’t met Andrew Blaylock (he/his) yet, you’re in for a treat! After making a big impact as part of Camp Fire Central… Read More >

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Camp Fire Central Oregon Announces Earlier Registration Date and Updates for 2025/2026 Afterschool Programs

Registration Opens June 8, 4 p.m. for All School-Year Programs, Including Camp Fire Afterschool at Rosland Elementary Location and Award-Winning Robotics Competition Teams Bend, Ore., June 3, 2025 — Camp Fire Central Oregon is excited to announce two important changes… Read More >

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A Summer Internship or Job With Camp Fire: Could It Be for You?

Picture this: You’re outside, the Central Oregon sun is shining, and a group of campers is looking up at you, waiting for their next adventure. Maybe it’s leading a silly Camp Fire song, helping a nervous kiddo conquer their blow-up… Read More >

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Team Talk: Harrison Feist on His Camp Fire Jobs & Journey

Every summer, new hires join our big team of camp counselors in large part because Camp Fire Central Oregon’s summer camp jobs can be a blast! Yet drawn by a shared passion for youth development, many of our summer staff… Read More >

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Staff Spotlight: Cyprianna Martinez, Bend Afterschool Coordinator

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‘Beary’ Happy to Be Onboard: Cyprianna Martinez (she, her) Brings a Love for Leadership, Youth, And the Outdoors to Her New Role Q: Tell us about your personal and professional background, your role here with us, and how that came… Read More >

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Staff Spotlight: Jacque Coleman, South County Afterschool Coordinator

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Mission Driven & Driving Creativity: Jacque Coleman Steps Onto Camp Fire’s Stage as Our South County Afterschool Coordinator Q: Tell us about your personal and professional background, your role here with us, and how that came to be. Also, what… Read More >

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The Journey, Not Just the Destination

A Journey That Lasts a Lifetime Connection is not just an outcome—it’s a guiding principle. At Camp Fire Central Oregon, we believe that relationships have the power to spark growth, cultivate belonging, and create a lifelong impact. From a child’s… Read More >

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Media Release: Cities of La Pine and Bend Honoring Camp Fire’s National Holiday: Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®

Camp Fire Central Oregon Doubles Its ‘Proclamation Impact’ For the Holiday’s Annual Youth Recognition Bend, Ore. March 18, 2025 – The cities of La Pine and Bend are joining other municipalities across the United States on Thursday, March 20, honoring… Read More >

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Voices & Choices—in Action!

How Camp Fire Intentionally Inspires Youth Voice and Choice, Helping Kids Thrive! At Camp Fire Central Oregon, youth empowerment isn’t just a concept—it’s a daily practice. Through intentional programming that fosters autonomy, responsibility, and leadership, Camp Fire helps kids explore… Read More >

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