Camp Fire Kids Show Heartfelt Thanks in Veterans Day Parade On Monday, Nov. 11, Camp Fire Central Oregon’s No School Day (NSD) campers proudly took part in the annual Veterans Day Parade in Bend, a touching local and annual tribute… Read More >
Jess Pederson, STEAM Program Coordinator: Coding ‘Creative’ Into Camp Fire’s STEAM Success There’s no question that fall is a super cool time of year for Camp Fire. In particular, that’s when our FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) Competition Teams take shape… Read More >
Acknowledgment of past mistakes is one thing. Taking active, intentional steps to repair and make amends for past and current harm is a whole other story. Since 2019, Camp Fire has been on a journey to address and end cultural… Read More >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Central Oregon Launches Hiring Initiative to Staff South County After-School Programs Youth development nonprofit looks to fill flexible roles in La Pine and Three Rivers. Bend, Ore., Oct. 30, 2024 – Camp Fire Central Oregon has… Read More >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Central Oregon Steps in to Save South County After-School Programs Community Support Critical to Close Financial Gaps and Provide Scholarships for Local Families Bend, Ore., Oct. 23, 2024 – In light of the recent closure… Read More >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Join the Fun This Saturday at Camp Fire Central Oregon’s FREE Autumn Family Faire in Bend—All Ages Welcome, Volunteers Needed! Youth Development Organization Calls for Community Volunteers. Bend, Ore, October 21, 2024 –The countdown has started for… Read More >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Alliance for Camp Health and Camp Fire Launch Innovative Mental, Emotional and Social Health MESH (+) Services to Youth, Staff First-of-Its-Kind Tools, Training Piloted at Camp Fire Central Oregon Show the Future Path to Improving Care, Youth… Read More >
When Eliana Hilt joined Camp Fire Afterschool at Bend International School for the 2023-2024 school year season, she wasn’t sure what to expect. What she was sure of? Once that school bell rang, she had an enrichment-packed place to go… Read More >
School’s back in session, which means a return to the hustle, bustle—and stress—of juggling everyone’s schedules. Elementary school is out at 2:55. Middle school’s final bell rings at 3:20. Parent/Caregiver A’s workday ends at 5:00. Parent/Caregiver B’s (if there is a… Read More >
