The Wilderness Is Calling
Optional Fundraising Ideas for Camp Families
At Shooting Star Adventures, we know families use many different approaches to make camp possible. While we work throughout the year to secure grants and donations to support camperships, some families also choose to explore optional personal fundraising to help cover part of their camp costs.
Fundraising is entirely optional and is not required to attend camp or to be considered for financial aid. This resource is simply here to share ideas for families who are interested in community-based ways to support their camper’s experience.
Individual Efforts
Some families start small, using activities that are easy to organize and age-appropriate for their camper:
- Lemonade stands or bake sales
- Car washes
- Babysitting or mother’s helper jobs
- Yard sales
- Chores or neighborhood services (weeding, dog walking, leaf raking)
- Recycling cans or bottles for cash
These options often allow campers to take an active role and feel proud of contributing toward their own camp experience.
Community Engagement
Other families reach out to their broader community for support:
- Writing a simple sponsorship letter to local businesses, sharing what a week at camp means to their child
- Connecting with local service organizations such as Lions Club, Rotary Club, or Kiwanis Club
- Hosting a small community fundraiser, such as a neighborhood gathering or school-based event
Often, people are happy to support when they understand how meaningful the camp experience is.
Online Options
Some families choose to use online tools to share their story with friends and family:
- Creating a crowdfunding page on platforms like GoFundMe or Fundly
- Sharing a short message or update on social media explaining their camper’s camp goal
We encourage families to keep sharing within circles that feel comfortable and appropriate.
A Few Important Reminders
- Fundraising is optional and never expected
- Participation in fundraising does not affect campership eligibility or award decisions
- Families may combine fundraising with payment plans or partial campership support
- We encourage families to choose approaches that feel respectful, safe, and aligned with their values
Camperships remain an important part of how we support families, and we’re grateful for the many ways our community comes together to help campers attend.
If you have questions about camperships, payment plans, or fundraising options, please reach out to us at
office@shootingstaradventures.org — we’re happy to help.
Using a Sponsorship Letter
Some families find it helpful to share their camper’s camp goal in writing when reaching out to family members, friends, or local businesses. A sponsorship letter can be a simple way to explain why camp matters and how community support can help.
To make this easier, we’ve created three sample sponsorship letters:
- A general version that works for any Shooting Star Adventures program
- A version specific to Ohdaka Day Camp
- A version specific to Camp Two Roads
Families are welcome to use whichever letter best fits their camper’s experience, or to adapt the language to feel personal and authentic.
Using a sponsorship letter or participating in fundraising is entirely optional and does not affect campership eligibility or award decisions.
Sponsorship Letter Templates
👉 Download Sample Sponsorship Letters
(Includes general, Ohdaka Day Camp, and Camp Two Roads versions)
Helpful Tips
- Letters are intended as starting points, not scripts
- Families are encouraged to personalize the letter or include a short note written by their camper
- Letters can be used for email, print, or in-person conversations
- Families should share only within circles that feel comfortable and appropriate
If you have questions about fundraising options, camperships, or payment plans, please contact us at
office@shootingstaradventures.org — we’re happy to help.
Top 10 Reasons You’ll Love Being a Counselor at Ohdaka Day Camp
We know Ohdaka Day Camp is just one week at the beginning of summer (and we wish it were longer), but that one week packs more growth, laughs, connection, and awesome moments than most summer jobs can claim. It’s the perfect way to kick off your summer—whether you’re a teen, in college, or in your twenties—you’ll walk away with stories, skills, friends, and experiences that stick with you.
Here’s why joining the Ohdaka staff should be at the top of your summer plans.
1. Jump Into Summer With Purpose
Most summers start slow—laundry, food delivery, scrolling. Not here. Ohdaka launches you straight into something active, meaningful, and social. One great week at camp sets the tone for the rest of the season.
2. You Get to Be Someone Kids Look Up To
From day one, campers see you as a leader. You help them feel confident, included, and brave enough to try new things—and you feel that impact immediately.
3. Leadership That’s Actually Real
You’ll practice teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and staying calm when things get chaotic. These are real-life skills you’ll use in school, jobs, and beyond.
4. You’re Part of a Team That Has Your Back
Counselors aren’t dropped into a jungle with no tools — you’re supported by experienced staff and peers who want you to succeed. That means regular check-ins, encouragement, and a culture that says “we rise together.”
5. Every Day Is Different
Games, outdoor adventures, creative projects, nature time, and unexpected camp moments keep the week moving fast. No two days feel the same—and the week flies by. You Get to Help Create the Fun.
6. You Can Grow Into Bigger Roles
This isn’t a job where you just follow a script. Ohdaka has room for returning team members to grow into program roles—where you help design activities, train new counselors, and shape the camp experience. Many of our leaders started as counselors.
7. Share What You Love About the Outdoors
Outdoor cooking. Hiking. Fishing. Nature crafts. Survival skills. Exploring local trails. If you love something about the outdoors, there’s room to teach it. Program staff get to turn their passions into hands-on experiences kids remember.
8. Confidence Comes With the Job
You don’t need to be the loudest person in the group to thrive here. Thoughtful, creative, steady leaders shine—and many staff leave camp feeling more confident than when they arrived.
9. It Looks Really Good on Applications
Camp counselor experience stands out. Colleges and employers see leadership, responsibility, teamwork, and initiative—especially when you’ve helped lead programs or mentor others.
10. It’s One Week You’ll Talk About All Summer
Ohdaka is short, but it sticks with you. You leave with inside jokes, new friendships, stronger skills, and that unbeatable “camp glow.”
Ready to Start Summer the Right Way?
If you want to kick off summer doing something more active, meaningful and fun, we’d love to hear from you. Applications are open now.
Camp Two Roads Named a Top Portland Camp — PDX Parent 2026 Nominee
🌠 Camp Two Roads Earns Its 6th Nomination!
PDX Parent Readers’ Choice 2026 — Vote for C2R!
Even in the quiet off-season, the excitement for 2026 is already building — and we have incredible news to share…
✨ Camp Two Roads has been nominated—again!—in the PDX Parent Readers’ Choice Picks!
This is our 6th year in a row being recognized by families across the Portland Metro area for:
• Best Outdoor Adventure Camps pg. 39
• Best Overnight Camps pg. 40
And this year, voting opens earlier than usual — beginning December 1, 2025 — giving families plenty of time to support the programs they love.
⭐ Top 10 Reasons to Vote for Camp Two Roads
Voting open now until January 17, 2026.
Two categories — Ten reasons — Endless camp magic.
- 1. Sleeping under the Perseid meteor shower. 🌠
- A breathtaking tradition — shooting stars, quiet awe, and memories that last a lifetime.
- 2. The zipline that flies across the creek.
- A C2R classic and hands-down one of the most loved camp moments each summer. 🚣🏼♀️
- 3. Challenge Course adventures that build real courage. 🧗🏼♀️
- Girls cheer each other on, step outside their comfort zones, and surprise themselves.
- 4. Creek exploration where curiosity becomes confidence. 🥽
- Cold water, tiny discoveries, and nature science at its most joyful.
- 5. Outdoor cooking that kids actually rave about. 🍳
- Dutch ovens, skill-building, teamwork, and s’mores done the C2R way.
- 6. Outdoor skills every camper brings home. 🎣
- Knots, first-aid basics, fire safety, map reading, and beginner survival skills.
- 7. Arts & crafts that spark imagination—not clutter. 🎨
- Tie-dye, jewelry, painting, printmaking, collaborative projects, and nature art.
- 8. Girls grow their leadership naturally at camp. 🏕️
- Whether it’s leading a game, helping a younger camper, going first on the zipline, or cheering others on, every girl practices leadership in fun, low-pressure ways.
- 9. Mentorship rooted in shared experience. 🔥
- Most counselors once sat around the same campfire—they now guide the next generation.
- 10. A girl-centered community where everyone belongs.💜
- Friendships, giggles, courage, independence, connection — the heart of who we are.
🗳️ How to Cast Your Vote
- Visit the PDX Parent Readers’ Choice ballot on their website.
- Enter your email address – one vote per email, but who only has one email address? (hint hint).
- Click Next to move through the category pages or the bottom bar to scroll easily to page 39 and 40.
- Vote for Camp Two Roads in Outdoor Adventure Camps and Overnight Camps
- Click Submit Ballot on the final page.
If Camp Two Roads has been a bright spot in your camper’s summer, a source of confidence and connection, or a treasured part of your family’s traditions, we would be honored to have your vote. Thank you for lifting up girl-powered, joyful, outdoor learning in our community!
🌞 And Yes… Camp Two Roads 2026 Registration Is Open!
Camp Two Roads 2026 — Where Your Journey Grows!
August 9–14, 2026
We’ll be celebrating our nomination all season long while we prepare for our 8th incredible season! Join us for a week packed with outdoor fun, new challenges, and friendships that last long after summer ends.
At Camp Two Roads, girls explore their independence, discover their strengths, and cheer one another on through every adventure.
📅 General Registration now open
Visit our Camp Two Roads page for details and registration.
Pop Bottle Fundraiser: Help Us Recycle + Raise for SSA
At Shooting Star Adventures, we’re always looking for fun, eco-friendly ways to support our programs — and this year’s BottleDrop Give 2025 fundraiser with Mad Cow Brewing does exactly that! Our Pop Bottle Fundraiser brings the community together to recycle, raise funds, and help more kids experience the magic of camp.
💫 Why This Matters
By collecting and returning deposit-eligible beverage containers through BottleDrop Give, each bag of cans and bottles helps fund our youth programs, camper scholarships, and leadership training.
Plus — during the BottleDrop Give 2025 Holiday Match (Nov 15 – Dec 2) — your donations go 20% further!
♻️ Every bottle, every can, every dollar helps kids experience the magic of camp.
🪣 How It Works
Step 1: Get the Bags
Pick up official BottleDrop Give Blue Bags tagged for SSA at any of our upcoming events or contact us at 971-328-1653 to get yours.
📍 Pick up a Blue Bag at any of these locations:
🏦 Clackamas Community Bank — Gresham, Boring & Sandy branches
🏦 Riverview Bank — Gresham branch only
🏪 Burns Feed Store
🍻 Mad Cow Brewing
🌐 Message us for more pickup options or delivery!
Step 2: Fill ’Em Up
Gather your refundable cans and bottles — look for the “OR 10¢” refund label.
Step 3: Drop Them Off
Take your filled Blue Bag to any BottleDrop redemption location. Use the QR tag on the bag to open the drop door.
Want to make it even easier? Bring your cans and bottles to Mad Cow Brewing on Nov 16th— we’ll bag them for you and add them to our SSA total!
As a thank-you for supporting local youth programs, Mad Cow Brewing will be offering special deals to everyone who brings in bottles or cans to donate. Come by, enjoy the community vibe, and know your recycling is fueling something great.
📍 Mad Cow Brewing
🗓️ Saturday, November 16 · All Day
Bring your bottles and cans — we’ll provide the Blue Bags!
Donate Online (Optional)
Already have a BottleDrop Green Bag account? You can transfer your balance directly to us online:
👉 Donate to Shooting Star Adventures on BottleDrop
📅 Key Dates & Details
- 🗓 Matching Period: November 15 – December 2, 2025
- 💰 Matching Rate: +20% for all eligible donations
- 🎯 Match Cap: SSA can raise up to $3,000 for a maximum $600 match
Ways You Can Help
✅ Pick up and fill Blue Bags — we’ll provide them tagged and ready.
✅ Donate your BottleDrop funds online (log in → choose Shooting Star Adventures → click Donate Now).
✅ Spread the word — encourage friends, family, and coworkers to join in.
✅ Share on social media — tag us @shootingstaradventures and use #BottleDropGive to show your support!
🌲 What This Makes Possible
Your participation helps us:
- Keep camp accessible and affordable for all families by funding camp scholarships.
- Provide meaningful outdoor experiences like hiking, canoeing, and survival skills.
- Support counselor training and leadership development.
🔗 Quick Links
Thank you for supporting Shooting Star Adventures in our 8th season of outdoor programs!
Your efforts keep the heart of camp beating all year long.
💜 General Registration for Camp Two Roads Opens October 1!
It’s that time of year again…
registration for Camp Two Roads officially opens October 1!
💜 Register Now!
Camp Two Roads General Registration is OPEN!
High school cabins are already over half full — don’t wait to grab your camper’s spot.
✨ Register for Camp Two Roads ✨
Our early bird season was a huge success, with more families signing up than ever before. That tells us one thing: campers can’t wait to come back to their summer home in the woods. 🌲✨
👭 High School Cabins Are Already Half Full!
If you’ve got a high school-aged camper, don’t wait — those cabins are already more than 50% full. Older campers love C2R because it’s a place where they can step into leadership, deepen friendships, and be part of something bigger. These spots always go first, and once they’re gone, they’re gone.
🌟 Why Families Love Camp Two Roads
Camp Two Roads isn’t just a camp — it’s an all-girls community built on friendship, confidence, and a little bit of camp magic.
- Strong friendships: Girls form bonds that last long after camp is over.
- Confidence & leadership: From leading songs to tackling big challenges, campers discover what they’re capable of.
- Fun & adventure: Canoeing, crafts, campfires, tree climbing, survival skills — every day brings something new.
- A safe space to grow: Surrounded by positive role models, girls feel free to be themselves.
Parents tell us over and over again that C2R is where their daughters discover their voice, their courage, and their sisterhood. 💫
🌠 2025 Highlights
Last summer at Camp Two Roads was unforgettable:
- We welcomed 9 new cabin counselors — 5 of them were former campers coming full circle into leadership.
- Over 90% of camp slept under the stars during the magical Perseid meteor shower. ✨
- We honored 7 campers in their 5th year with us — what a milestone!
- Campers tackled new, harder challenge course activities and rose to meet them with courage and grit.
- Our Camp Director celebrated her 50th birthday at camp — and said it was the best birthday gift ever. 🎂💜
📅 Mark Your Calendar
- October 1 – General registration opens
- This summer – Your camper’s week at Camp Two Roads: laughter, growth, and memories that will last a lifetime
👉 Don’t miss out! Make sure your camper has her spot in the circle this summer.
🏕️ Trail to Camp Challenge
Helping Your Camper Get Ready for Camp Two Roads
At Camp Two Roads, our girls spend every day moving, laughing, exploring, and making new friends—all without phones or screens. While this is part of the magic, it can also be a big transition.
To help your camper feel confident, comfortable, and camp‑ready, we created the Trail to Camp Challenge: a simple, fun month‑long plan you can start right at home.
This isn’t about training like an athlete—it’s about helping your camper build strength and balance, rest well, ease away from screens, and get excited for the summer ahead!
🌿 Why try the Trail to Camp Challenge?
By starting a few weeks before camp, girls can:
✅ Build stamina and balance for hiking, challenge course activities, and carrying gear
✅ Practice gentle stretching to stay flexible and prevent soreness
✅ Ease the adjustment to being screen‑free
✅ Build confidence to jump into new activities
✅ Feel calmer and sleep better before camp starts
Even a few minutes a day makes a difference—and it’s a fun way to share excitement about camp as a family!
🗓️ How it works: The month‑long plan
The Trail to Camp Challenge is broken into four themed weeks.
Choose what works for your family: do a little every day, or pick a few ideas a few times a week.
🌿 Fun Trail to Camp ideas to keep it playful
- Backpack Walk & Talk: Take a walk with a lightly packed backpack and chat about camp.
- Dance Parties: Blast camp songs and dance together.
- Campsite Circuit: Stop at trees, chairs, or yard corners for quick squats, jumping jacks, or lunges.
- Balance Play: Try standing on one foot, curb-walking, or fun yoga poses.
- Morning Stretches: Short routines to loosen muscles and start the day.
- Lift & Carry Practice: Move a sleeping bag, water jug, or small bin safely.
- Mindful Walks: Slow evening walks noticing sights and sounds to unwind.
✨ Want to make it extra fun?
Try the challenge bingo‑style to keep everyone motivated! Create your own rewards or celebrations for each bingo row, column, or a full blackout.
👉 Click here to see what each bingo activity means!
📱 Why digital prep makes a difference
At camp, girls unplug completely—a wonderful reset, but one that can feel sudden.
Research shows:
- Going cold‑turkey can cause short‑term irritability or restlessness.
- Gradually tapering (removing ~1 hour of screen time each week) helps kids adjust and arrive calmer.
- Unplugged campers often show better focus, more empathy, and improved sleep.
By Week 4, campers “practice” a real screen‑free evening—making the first day at camp feel natural.
By gradually reducing evening screen time now, girls adjust more smoothly and arrive ready to build friendships, try new things, and fully enjoy camp life.
💡 Need ideas for screen‑free time?
You can use our Digital detox Bingo filled with quick, creative things to do instead of picking up a device — like drawing, reading outside, writing a camp letter, or trying a new recipe. It’s a fun way to turn screen breaks into little adventures!
📝 Tips to make it work at home
✅ Print or download our weekly trackers and bingo cards to check off habits together.
✅ Reflect at dinner: ask how your camper feels, what was fun, or what felt tricky.
✅ Mix it up: switch dance music, walk new routes, or invite siblings.
✅ Celebrate: mark the end of each week with a small family treat or cheer.
🎯 What your camper gains
By camp time, your camper will:
- Move comfortably without tiring quickly
- Sleep better and adjust to camp routines
- Feel less attached to screens
- Have confidence to join every game, hike, and campfire moment
- Start camp not just ready to go—but ready to grow!
📥 Download & Start Today!
Ready to join?
✅ Download the full Trail to Camp Challenge
✅ Printable weekly tracker
✅ Trail to Camp Movement Bingo Card
✅ Movement Bingo Card Ideas and Directions
✅ Digital Detox Bingo Card
✅ Water Tracker
Together, let’s help every Camp Two Roads camper arrive energized, confident, and excited for the adventure ahead! 🌲💚
💙 Helping Your Daughter Get Ready for Camp Two Roads
We believe that your daughter’s upcoming week at Camp Two Roads will be one of the most fun, meaningful, and confidence-building experiences of her life. She’ll make friends, try new things, and come home with great stories.
At the same time, we know camp can be a big change—especially if it’s her first time away from home. Here are some simple ways to help her feel ready for the adventure.
🌟 Talk About Camp Together
Let your daughter know how proud and excited you are that she’s going to camp! Look at the camp schedule and materials together. Talk about which activities she’s most excited to try. Let her imagine what a day at camp might look like.
At the same time, be honest that missing home is normal. Lots of kids feel a little nervous before camp starts—even returning campers. That’s okay! It’s a chance to build confidence and try new things.
🧠 Build a “Camp Mindset”
Help your child know that it’s okay to have both happy and nervous feelings at the same time. Here are a few things you can say:
- “It’s normal to feel nervous before something new.”
- “You’ve done hard things before—you can do this too!”
- “Everyone at camp is learning and growing, just like you.”
Share times in the past when she tried something new and felt proud afterward. Those stories can be a big confidence boost.
💬 Talk About Coping Tools
Sometimes kids worry about what to do if they feel sad. Plan together for what to try if she misses home:
- Take deep breaths and think of something fun.
- Talk to a counselor or another adult.
- Write a letter home or keep a journal.
- Stay busy with activities and friends.
- Take photos to show you after camp.
- Mark off the days on a small calendar.
Knowing she has a plan can help her feel more in control.
🏕 Practice Independence
- Camp is a great place to grow—but it helps to practice some basics first:
- Practice sleepovers with friends or relatives.
- Pack together so she knows where things are—like her flashlight and pajamas.
- Send printed photos or small notes she can put near her bunk.
A special note for your young camper:
Remember that your daughter will be in charge of taking a shower and washing her hair, along with keeping up with her belongings. If she’s new to this, it’s a good idea to take time practicing these skills before camp begins.
These small steps help camp feel less overwhelming on day one.
👯♀️ Help Her Feel Ready to Make Friends
Camp is full of new people and new chances to connect! If your daughter is nervous about making friends, talk about simple ways to start a conversation:
- Smile and say “hi.”
- Ask what someone is excited to do.
- Invite someone to join an activity.
Let her know that everyone at camp is looking for friends—just like she is.
🍽 Prepare for New Routines
Camp food and schedules might be different than at home. Encourage your daughter to try new things, but let her know it’s okay not to like everything. Remind her she can always talk to a counselor if she needs help with anything.
🚫 Don’t Offer a Rescue Plan
It’s very tempting to say,
“If you’re sad, I’ll come get you.”
One of the worst things that you can tell your daughter is, “If you don’t like camp, then I’ll come get you.” This type of decision puts a big weight on a child’s shoulders and typically sets her up for failure. She will be so preoccupied and overwhelmed with deciding whether or not to go home that she will never fully embrace camp.
Instead, try saying:
- “We believe in you!”
- “You can do hard things.”
- “Everyone feels a little nervous—then they start to have fun.”
This helps her focus on making the most of her time at camp.
💬 Listen Without Leading
If your daughter says she’s nervous, ask open questions instead of guessing how she feels. Try:
“What are your thoughts about heading off to camp in a few days?”
Listen with care, and respond with encouragement.
🎯 Keep Expectations Real
Camp is full of fun—but not every moment will be perfect. Remind your daughter that it’s okay to have both ups and downs. She doesn’t need to love every activity or make best friends on the first day. Just trying her best is more than enough.
💙 Be Her Confidence Mirror
Your energy makes a big difference. Stay positive when you talk about camp, and avoid saying things like:
“I’m going to miss you so much!”
Instead, try:
“I can’t wait to hear all your stories!”
“You’re going to do great things at camp!”
Let your daughter know that you believe in her—and that you’re proud she’s taking this step.
✨ Final Reminder
At Camp Two Roads, your daughter will be supported, encouraged, and cared for. There’s no one “right” way to do camp—every girl will have a different journey. We’re here to help her grow, try new things, and come home with new confidence in herself.
We can’t wait to welcome her!
Your Vote, Our Themes: Help Decide the Final Two for Camp in 2025
Help Us Pick the Final Two Theme Days for Summer 2025!
The winners for each theme category are in, but with only six days of camp, we can’t fit them all. That’s where YOU come in! From the seven category winners, we need your help to decide which two themes will be featured at Camp Two Roads this summer.
Action & Adventure: 🌟 Cowgirls
Now hold your horses! We had a Wild West Day last summer, so Cowgirls will be riding off into the sunset for this year. But don’t worry, there are still six amazing theme winners vying for the spotlight.
Here are the remaining contenders:
Books & Stories: 🌟 Disney
Step into the enchanting world of Disney, where everything is magical! Whether you channel a beloved princess, a brave hero, or a mischievous sidekick, this theme is your chance to bring a favorite character to life.
How we might celebrate the day: magic wands and fairy crowns, design Mickey ears, group skit inspired by your favorite Disney movie.
On Location: 🌟 Farm
It’s time to get down and dirty with a barnyard bash! Overalls, straw hats, and flannel shirts set the perfect scene for this rustic theme.
How we might celebrate the day: farm relay race, farm animal crafts, good old-fashioned barn dance with classic country tunes.
Throwback: 🌟 1990s
Neon windbreakers, scrunchies, and boom boxes—it’s time to relive the 90s in all its nostalgic glory!
How we might celebrate the day: dance-off to your favorite boy band hits, DIY slap bracelets, retro 90s-inspired games with epic throwback jams.
Fashion Crimes: 🌟 One Color
Commit to a single color and make it your entire personality for the day! Whether you’re decked out in bold red, serene blue, or vibrant yellow, this theme lets your creativity shine.
How we might celebrate the day: colorful fashion parade, monochrome scavenger hunt, DIY creations tied to your chosen hue.
Fan Favorites: 🌟 Animals
Celebrate your favorite creatures—big, small, wild, or cuddly! Whether you dress up as a fierce lion, a fluttering butterfly, or your favorite pet, this day is all about showing love for the animal kingdom.
How we might celebrate the day: animal charades, animal masks, team games inspired by the animal world.
Girl Squad Goals: 🌟 Career Day
Dream big, think bold, and dress as any career that inspires you! From scientists to welders, teachers to electricians, this theme is all about celebrating the endless possibilities of what you can do.
How we might celebrate the day: group skits featuring “career characters,” skills challenges, hands-on projects tied to different trades and professions.
How to Vote
Visit our Facebook or Instagram pages to vote for your two favorite themes! Voting is open until February 1st, so don’t wait to make your voice heard. The top two themes will become part of this summer’s unforgettable camp experience.
Let’s make 2025 the most creative, exciting summer yet—thanks for being part of the magic at Camp Two Roads!
Jump on over to our camp’s social media to vote now until Feb.1st
Family Camp Benefits
Teamwork in Nature: How Family Camps Foster Meaningful Conversations and Togetherness!
Looking for an unforgettable outdoor adventure to bring your family closer? Try family camps. They offer benefits for strengthening family bonds. Ready to create cherished memories with the wonders of family camps?
Explore the offerings of family camps for a chance to connect, reflect, and grow. Enjoy shared moments and discover how these settings can fortify relationships. Let family camps guide your memorable journey.
Top 8 Reasons to Attend Family Camp
Build Stronger Bonds: Enjoy togetherness and see how teamwork reinforces relationships.
Create Lasting Memories: Share adventures and campfire tales that unite families.
Boost Mental Well-Being: Find peace in nature to improve mental health.
Engage in Outdoor Activities: Relish the outdoors, from hikes and star-gazing to exhilarating canoeing and ropes courses.
Unplug and Connect: Engage in meaningful conversations without everyday noise.
Improve Communication: Enhance trust, collaboration, and clarity through shared experiences.
Reflect and Bond: Engage in activities that encourage reflection and connection missing in hectic routines.
Experience Simple Joys: Enjoy meals, campfires, and quiet cabin times that fortify family connections.
Build Stronger Bonds
Family camps provide a great setting for building bonds through shared experiences. Working together on challenges, like setting up a campfire or canoeing, strengthens relationships. These moments bring joy and create deeper connections that last beyond camp, enhancing family unity.
Create Lasting Memories
The adventures and stories at family camps create lasting memories. Sharing laughter under the stars or doing creative projects together brings families closer. Each story becomes a cherished chapter in your family’s history, adding to a collection of treasured memories you can revisit.
Boost Mental Well-being
Family camps provide a refreshing taste of nature! Rejuvenate your mind and spirit in this serene setting. Reset with nature’s calming aura, which eases stress and boosts well-being. Perfect for escaping life’s chaos.
Engage in Outdoor Activities
Experience outdoor thrills at family camps! Hike trails, gaze at stars—there’s something for all. Get exercise and refresh your mind. Try canoeing, tackle high ropes, or zipline for a thrill. Families can explore, learn, and grow!
Unplug and Connect
In today’s tech-driven world, family camps offer a space for genuine connections. By putting aside electronics, families can engage in meaningful talks. This focused time enhances relationships as families connect without daily noise and interruptions.
Improve Communication
Family camps are perfect for boosting communication skills. Shared activities naturally enhance trust, collaboration, and clarity. Team challenges strengthen these skills as families learn clearer expression and understanding, fostering harmony.
Reflect and Bond
Family camps offer a setting for reflection and connection, strengthening bonds often neglected in daily chaos. Whether walking through a forest or fishing by the pond, these settings help families reconnect deeply, encouraging meaningful conversations that solidify ties.
Experience Simple Joys
The simple pleasures of camp life—sharing meals, gathering around campfires, and enjoying quiet cabin times—strengthen family connections. These experiences show the beauty in simplicity and joy in each other’s company, reinforcing bonds and creating lasting traditions.
What You Don’t Have to Do at Family Camp
Family camps let you unwind and focus on each other without daily pressures. Here’s what you don’t have to worry about:
Cooking Daily Meals: Enjoy communal dining and skip meal prep, freeing up time for family moments.
Planning Every Detail: Choose from pre-planned activities for a stress-free experience.
Managing Work Commitments: Step away from work, focusing on family time without distractions.
Worrying About Technology: Forget screens and enjoy genuine interactions and nature.
By shedding these responsibilities, family camp fosters relaxation and deepens connections.
Ready to Join in the Family Fun
Join our Family Weekend Camp this April for an unforgettable escape. Build connections through fun activities. Forge lasting bonds in nature. Experience adventure and relaxation. Don’t miss this chance to strengthen ties and enjoy all our camp offers! Register Now
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How You Can Support Camp Two Roads in the PDX Parent 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards!
Camp Two Roads has been nominated for the 5th year in a row in two categories of the PDX Parent Readers’ Choice Awards! This recognition celebrates the adventures and cherished memories we’ve created together at camp. We’re thrilled to be finalists in the these categories:
🏕️ Page 39: Best Adventure Classes/Camps
🌙 Page 40: Best Overnight Camp
Voting is open now through January 17th, 2025. Every vote counts, and we’d love your support in helping us claim the top spot!
✨ How you can help:
- Vote today! Visit the link below and head straight to our categories on pages 39 and 40.
- Use multiple emails! If you have more than one email, feel free to use them all, as every vote counts.
- Spread the word! Share this with your friends, family, and fellow campers.
- Join us online: Follow us on social media and use hashtags #CampTwoRoads and #PDXParentFavorites to share your camp memories!
💙 Why it matters:
The five years of nominations show the incredible growth, joy, and connection we’ve shared each summer. From campfires to outdoor adventures, your support helps us continue building unforgettable experiences at Camp Two Roads.
Vote Now: Click here to vote
Winners will be announced in March 2025. With your help, we can make this year the best one yet!
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