Camp Fire’s after school robotics programs are all about problem solving, getting creative, exploring new ideas, and having fun!
From introductory robotics and coding to preparation for competition in a FIRST® LEGO® League team (in fall), these programs build important life skills, instill confidence, and help kids find their sparks.
Camp Fire’s Intro to LEGO® Robotics program is a great chance for 3rd-7th graders to try robotics in a low-pressure, fun atmosphere and with the guidance of our supportive staff. Participants will also learn about FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) robotics competitive teams that take place in the fall. In this 10-week program, youth will explore the basics of building and programming a robot to complete missions, which will prepare those who are interested in joining one of our teams during the next FLL season (Fall 2025).
COST: $250. All reservations include a $10 non-refundable fee.
DATES: April 1-June 3
HOURS: 3:30-5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Bend International School, 63034 O. B. Riley Rd, Bend, OR 97703
Curious about robotics? Join us for one or more of our free Bit(e) of Robotics sessions and explore the exciting world of robots! Try your hand at LEGO® robotics and experiment with other cool robotic technologies—it’s hands-on fun for all ages. Parents, we kindly ask that you stay on-site at the library during the program. Each event is open to everyone and completely free. While you’re there, learn more about Camp Fire Central Oregon’s awesome STEAM and robotics programs—we’d love to share what we’re all about!
THESE EVENTS ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!
Youth in Bend and Three Rivers will hone their skills to prepare for this year’s FIRST® LEGO® League (FLL) robotics competition in Central Oregon. Teams meet once a week for 10 weeks to create a functional robot and innovation project to compete in a regional competition. Youth who had at least some experience as well as those with more advanced robotics skills are invited to join a team.
The 2024/25 theme for the FLL competition challenge is SUBMERGED℠. For this challenge, teams will use creative thinking and LEGO® technology to explore the layers of the ocean and bring their learnings and ideas to the surface as they “sea” into the future.
COST: $350. FLL team participants should be prepared for a full commitment to the team and their teammates. Accordingly, there is a $50 non-refundable fee upon registration.
Please note: Additional costs and travel expenses may apply for teams that progress to the state level competition, including costs associated with travel to the competition.
FLL PRE-TEAM MEETING: Mandatory meeting for all FLL team members and parents/guardians
WHEN: Thurs., Sept. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Sunlight Solar Building, 150 NE Hawthorne Ave., Bend OR 97701.
Also, we will be recruiting parent/guardian volunteers to join us every week so they can feel involved in the competition and the team’s progress. Volunteer sign-up details coming soon!
Team 1 is recommended for those with more experience with robotics.
DATES: Mondays, Sept. 16-December 2, 2024
HOURS: 3:30-6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Sunlight Solar Building, 150 NE Hawthorne Ave., Bend OR 97701.
Team 2 is recommended for those with less experience with robotics.
DATES: Tuesdays, Sept. 17-Dec. 3, 2024
HOURS: 4:00-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Sunlight Solar Building, 150 NE Hawthorne Ave., Bend OR 97701.
Team 3 is recommended for those with less experience with robotics.
DATES: Thursdays, Sept. 19-December 5, 2024
HOURS: 2:30 pm - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Three Rivers School Library, 56900 Enterprise Dr., Sunriver, OR 97707
Don't wait to register! High-quality youth programs are in high demand and Camp Fire programs are kept small to ensure a great adult:youth ratio and create the best learning experience possible. That means space is limited and many sessions sell out quickly. If the program is sold out, please add yourself to the waitlist.
Register for a Robotics SessionWe strive to make all of our programs available to as many youth as possible, regardless of the ability to pay.
Because we schedule staff, invest in supplies, and plan for expenses based upon the number of youth we are expecting, we must adhere to our cancellation policies.
Most of our fee-based programs require a $10-25 non-refundable fee at registration (unless specifically noted in the program description).
Don't wait to register! High-quality youth programs are in high demand and Camp Fire programs are kept small to ensure a great adult:youth ratio and create the best learning experience possible. That means space is limited and many sessions sell out quickly. If the program is sold out, please add yourself to the waitlist.
Read about our registration policies, including making payments, our cancellation policy, and our refund policy.
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