What is a watershed? Where might the location of Whychus Creek’s headwaters be? And at the Creekside Park in Sisters, why are there human-made steps going down to Whychus Creek, as well as fencing aligned with its banks, at Creekside… Read More >

As we get ready for Earth Day, we’re curious how our community is responding to environmental challenges in an everyday way. It’s easy to feel powerless in the face of dire headlines about climate change impacts and the need for… Read More >

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Camp Fire Central Oregon Celebrates Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® With FREE Ice Skating for Youth At the Bend Pavilion, Wed., March 20, 2024 Bend, Ore. March 18, 2024 — Absolutely Incredible Kid Day® (AIK Day) is this… Read More >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 >

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 >