Camp Fire offers a variety of opportunities for youth to increase their tech fluency while having fun at the same time. For many youth, robotics and coding are naturally engaging first steps to bridge the gap from being a tech consumer to developing the skills to understand and participate in how the technology actually works.
While we use robotics and coding as forums to build tangible skills in technology, we also focus on social-emotional skills to build confidence, practice collaboration and teamwork, and develop critical thinking and creativity in problem solving.
Please note our winter, spring and summer programs are skill-building programs for youth who want to know more about lego robotics and may be interested in competing on a team one day, or for those who have already competed and want to keep their skills sharp! In the fall, we also offer team-based First® Lego® League Robotics programs, where youth compete regionally and—fingers crossed—at state!
Our Bend-based tech and robotics programs are usually hosted at Samara Learning Center, 230 NE 9th St., Bend, OR 97701. For Samara Learning Center, please use the lower, north parking lot of First Presbyterian Church. We are also offering some of our programs at Camp Fire's office location: Bend Central Co-working, 150 NE Hawthorne Ave, Bend, OR 97701.
Want to sign up for tech programs this summer? Check out our 2023 dates and registration info here!
Build a LEGO robot and program it to perform exciting missions. You will learn how to create robots that can perform various tasks using motors and sensors and build programs that allow you to overcome challenges. This activity takes place three afternoons/evenings and is all about problem-solving, getting creative, exploring new ideas, and having fun! This program is intended for youth with little to no experience with LEGO Robotics.
Mondays, March 13, 20 & April 3 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Mondays, April 10, 17 & 24 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Mondays, May 8, 15 & 22 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Mondays, March 13, 20 & April 3 | 5:30-7:30 pm
Mondays, April 10, 17 & 24 | 5:30-7:30 pm
Mondays, May 8, 15 & 22 | 5:30-7:30 pm
This program is intended for youth that have completed our introductory Lego Robotics Level 1 programs. Take your robot to the next level accomplishing more complex missions by adding precision, sensors, and better code. This activity This activity takes place three afternoons/evenings and is all about problem-solving, getting creative, exploring new ideas, and having fun!
Tuesdays, March 14, 21 & April 4 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Tuesdays, April 11, 18 & 25 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Tuesdays, March 14, 21 & April 4 | 5:30-7:30 pm
Tuesdays, April 11, 18 & 25 | 5:30-7:30 pm
This program is intended for youth that have completed our introductory Lego Robotics Level 1 and 2 programs. We'll work on solving new challenges by taking sensors and motors to a new level and working with different robot setups. This activity takes place three afternoons/evenings and is all about problem-solving, getting creative, exploring new ideas, and having fun!
Tuesdays, May 9, 16 & 23 | 3:00-5:00 pm
Tuesdays, May 9, 16 & 23 | 5:30-7:30 pm
Wed., April 12, Thurs., April 13 & Fri., April 14 | 9 a.m.-3 pm
COST:
Intro to Robotics Level 1 - $115
Intro to Robotics Level 2 - $130
Intro to Robotics Level 3 - $145
LOCATION: Unless otherwise noted in email communications from our program manager, our Tech Programs run out of Samara Learning Center, 230 NE 9th St (please, use the First Presbyterian Lower Parking entrance). We are also offering some of our programs at Camp Fire's office location: Bend Central Co-working, 150 NE Hawthorne Ave, Bend, OR 97701.
SPACE IS LIMITED:
Don't wait to register... High-quality youth programs are in high demand. Camp Fire programs are kept small to ensure a great Adult:Youth ratio and create the best learning experience possible.
Space is limited and many sell out quickly! If the program is sold out, please add yourself to the wait list.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Financial Assistance is available. Please do not wait to register if you need financial assistance. You will be able to complete your registration while your request is being processed. If you do not receive assistance, or the amount you do receive does not meet your needs, you will have the opportunity to cancel your reservation at no cost to you.
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY:
Learn more about our registration policies including making payments, our cancellation policy, and our refund policy.
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