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Summer Camp 2026

All camp weeks will need to be paid for at the time of registration. You can, however, reserve a spot by paying a $40 nonrefundable deposit for each camp week, with final payment being due 2 weeks before the camp week begins. If you have not paid two weeks prior to the start of the camp, your child will be removed from the camp. Deposits available in-person or over the phone only.

Lego Camp | Ages 5-8 & 7-12 

6/22 -26        Minecraft Engineering using LEGO® Materials

Ages 5-8. Venture into the world of Minecraft® in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources, and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO® with a trained Play-Well instructor.

               M-F                                     2-5p                     $176 ID/$220 OD             Room A/B

 

6/29-7/2         Minecraft Master Engineering using LEGO® Materials

Ages 7-12. Bring your favorite Minecraft® adventures to life with our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors. In a Minecraft world powered by LEGO® resources, we will build shelters to keep out Creepers, craft mystical items that only true masters can wield, and perfect our crossbow skills to stop the Wither from taking over! If you can imagine it, we can build it. No Camp Friday due to Holiday.

             M-Th                                   2-5p                      $141 ID/$176 OD             Room A/B

 

7/20 -24       Pokémon Engineering using LEGO® Materials

Ages 5-8. Calling all Pokémon trainers! With the Pokémon Championship approaching, join our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors as we build and catch our favorite Pokémon®, rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokémon, and battle to see who will hold the title of Pokémon Master. Come along on our journey to catch 'em all!

               M-F                                      2-5p                      $176 ID/$220 OD             Room A/B

 

8/10-14       Pokémon Master Engineering using LEGO® Materials

Ages 7- 12. LEGO® Master, I choose you!! In the race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champion, we need your help! Learn to build your favorite Pokémon, level up by teaching them special moves, evolve them into more powerful versions, and come face to face with the current champion in an epic battle for the title. Learn from our Play-Well Pokémon Masters so you can make it to the top!

                M-F                                      2-5p                      $176 ID/$220 OD             Room A/B

Camp Spark | Entering Kindergarten 

Entering Kindergarten. (No grade exceptions). Your little ones will have fun in a safe and nurturing environment at River Road Park. We will play games, make crafts, sing songs, and make friends all summer long. Please dress your child appropriately for the weather and bring a sack lunch, drink, swimsuit and towel every day. Permission slip and medical release are required at time of registration. Instructors: Ceci O’Brien & Kyle Liljeberg. Full week only, no daily fee offered.

M-F                                      9a-1p                    Weekly: $184 ID/$230 OD

 

6/22-26                                             Festival of Fairies

Join us for a week of enchantment at our Festival of Fairies. Our campers will dive into a world of glitter, gardens, and games as they discover the magic of nature. We’ll build tiny homes, make magic wands, and celebrate with a fairy-tale feast!

M-F                                      9a-1p                   

 

6/29-7/2                                          Great Gardeners

This hands-on camp introduces young children to the wonders of nature, gardening, and healthy living through interactive activities, creative projects, and playful exploration. No camp Friday due to Holiday.

M-Th                                   9a-1p                    $148 ID/ $184 OD

 

7/6-10                                                Chef Kids

Cooking, baking, and trying out new foods is what this week is all about. We will be making different recipes each day. The children will learn about where our favorite foods come from.

M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

7/13-17                                                            Critters and Creatures

Join us for a week dedicated to the wild ones. We’ll be tracking footprints, building bug hotels, and learning the secrets of the animal kingdom. It’s the ultimate adventure for kids who love animals, insects, and everything in between. Let’s find out what makes our favorite critters so special!

M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

7/20-24                                                            Astronauts & Asteroids

Our "Astronauts & Asteroids" camp features rocket building, moon-rock hunts, and interstellar games. Whether they’re hopping across the moon or charting the stars, your camper is in for a truly stellar experience!

M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

7/27-31                                             Pass the Torch

"Pass the Torch" is all about the power of working together. This week, we explore what it means to be a great teammate and a kind leader. Through relay races, collaborative "monument" building, and torch-crafting, campers will learn how we all shine brighter when we help one another. It’s a week of big hearts, high fives, and passing the light of friendship to every member of the group.

M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

8/3-7                                                  Crime Fighting Kids

In this action-packed week we will stop villains, work on our hero poses, and, of course, save the day. Get ready for a fun-filled week full of justice and adventure.

               M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

8/10-14                                                            Party like a Pirate

Welcome aboard the S.S. Kindergarten! This week is all about the "yo-ho-ho" lifestyle. From crafting custom eye patches and parrot sidekicks to building our own cardboard ship, your little buccaneer will dive headfirst into imaginative play.

               M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

8/17-21                                             Underwater Adventures

Diving into a world of wonder and excitement, this camp is perfect for kids who love sea creatures, splashing fun, and exploring the mysteries of the deep blue. Through hands-on activities, creative play, and water-based fun, campers will discover the magic of life under the sea!

               M-F                                                     9a-1p

 

8/24-28                                             Dessert Days

Science you can eat! This week of kitchen chemistry and culinary curiosity. We’ll watch how cream turns into butter, experiment with "fruit-pizza" patterns, and learn why yeast makes dough rise. It’s a hands-on exploration of shapes, colors, and textures, all topped off with a cherry!

                              M-F                                                     9a-1p

Camp Seeker | Entering Grades 1-3 

Entering grades 1-3. Camp Seeker promises you a summer of fun to remember. All camps are held at River Road Park. Permission slip and medical release are required at time of registration. Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and lunch each day. Dress appropriately for the weather and activities. Camp groups will be formed by grade levels. Full week only, no daily fee offered. Drop off in the modular building. You may drop off your child as early as 7:30 am and pick up as late as 5:30 pm. Main camp activities are from 9am-4pm.

Squirrels – entering 1st grade

Hedgehogs – Entering 2nd grade

Axolotls – Entering 3rd grade

 

6/22-26                              Summertime Adventures

Let’s start summer off with some fun in the sun. We will be celebrating all things in summer throughout the week playing games, creating fun crafts, swimming, and having a great time.

               M-F                       7:30a-5:30p                                      $264 ID/$330 OD

 

6/29-7/2                            Holiday Happenings                     

Leprechauns and rainbows, hearts and hugs, ghost and goblins, BBQ and fireworks. Come to camp this week and let us celebrate a week of Holidays! No Camp Friday 7/3.

               M-Th                    7:30a-5:30p                                      $212 ID/$264 OD

 

7/6-10                                 Rumble in the Jungle

What is your favorite animal? This week is all about animals, and then on Thursday (7/9) we will be visiting the Oregon Zoo and hanging out with animals all day long!

               M-F                       7:30a-5:30p                                      $280 ID/$350 OD

 

7/13-17                              Kitchen Creations

Campers will be cooking in the kitchen throughout the week and taking home their own recipe book at the end. So, let's see what fun concoctions we can create!

               M-F                       7:30a-5:30p                                      $280 ID/$350 OD

 

7/20-24                                             Creative Kids                   

Let’s get our creative brains working by turning boring old things into new creative art and fun. We will be creating new things out of various recycled items.

               M-F                            7:30a-5:30p                 $264 ID/$330 OD

 

7/27-31                                             Space Explorers

Stars and planets, asteroids and comets. Come blast off this week and explore the wonderful world of space.

             M-F                            7:30a-5:30p                 $264 ID/$330 OD

 

8/3-7                                   Wacky Water Fun

No need to worry about the summer heat. This week campers will be having a blast with water. From water balloon tosses to the giant summer camp slip and slide.                                        

              M-F                                      7:30a-5:30p                       $264 ID/$330 OD

 

8/10-14                                             Slimy Solutions                              

What happens when you mix glue and contact solution, or baking soda and vinegar? This week we will be finding out through experimentation. On Thursday (8/13) we will be heading to Portland to visit OMSI for more hands-on fun.

              M-F                           7:30a-5:30p                  $280 ID/$350 OD

 

8/17-21                                             Jammin’ Beats

Are you ready for a week of movin' and groovin'? This week we will be having fun dancing and singing and finish the week with a camp talent show.

               M-F                                      7:30a-5:30p                       $264 ID/$330 OD

 

8/24-28                              Final Countdown

5. Monday - Beach Day: Wear your sunglasses and coolest beach clothes and get ready to have a bast in the sun today!

4. Tuesday – Tie Die Tuesday: Bring a white clothing item to camp today and get ready to create some Tie Die magic.

3. Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday: Today is all about seeing how creatively wacky we all are.
Come to camp with crazy hair and wear your wildest outfit.

2. Thursday - PJ Day: No need to get dressed for camp today, just roll right out of bed and come to camp in your PJs to enjoy some tasty pancakes and watch an end of summer movie.

1. Friday - It's a party: Let's celebrate the last day of camp with some of our favorite camp games and activities. We will wrap up the day by all getting together to enjoy a special treat and say goodbye to all our new friends.

               M-F                       7:30a-5:30p                                      $264 ID/$330 OD

Camp Rambler | Entering Grades 4-6 

Entering grades 4-6. Camp Rambler promises you a summer of fun to remember, with some fun hikes and excursions along the way. All camps are held at River Road Park. Permission slip and medical release are required at time of registration. Bring a lunch, swimsuit, and towel each day. Dress appropriately for the weather and activities. Camp groups will be formed by grade levels. Full week only, no daily fee offered. Drop off in the modular building. You may drop off your child as early as 7:30 am and pick up as late as 5:30 pm. Main camp activities are from 9am-4pm.

 

Badgers – entering 4th grade

Capybaras – entering 5th grade

Narwhals – entering 6th grade

 

6/22-26                                             Summer Fun                    

We’re kicking off summer by heading outside to soak up the sunshine and get moving! On Wednesday, our 4th-grade group will go hiking at Skinner’s Butte, followed by our 5th-grade group on Thursday and our 6th-grade group on Friday.

               M-F                       7:30a-5:30p                                      $280 ID/$350 OD

 

6/29-7/2                            Hip Hop Holiday                            

Let’s celebrate the 4th of July all week long with red, white and blue activities. No camp on Friday 7/3.

            M-Th                    7:30a-5:30p                                      $224 ID/$280 OD

 

7/6-10                                 Animal Mania                                

Run like a cheetah, soar like an eagle! Campers will explore the fascinating world of animals this week, with a highlight trip to the Oregon Zoo on Thursday (7/9).

           M-F                                      7:30a-5:30p                       $296 ID/$370 OD

 

7/13-17                                             The Great Outdoors

Get ready for adventure! Come to camp this week to learn outdoor camping and survival skills, then put them to use on a group hike.

               M-F                            7:30a-5:30p                  $280 ID/$350 OD

 

7/20-24                              Beach Blast

This week, campers will be exploring the oceans and beaches, wrapping up the fun with a trip on Friday (7/24) to the north of Florence to hike the Hobbit Trails and play in the sand.

Important note: During our trip, campers will not be allowed to play in or near the water. All campers will remain close to the tree line where they exit the trail.

               M-F                            7:30a-5:30p                 $294 ID/$370 OD

 

7/27-31                                   Shipwreck

Ahoy there, matey! Let’s sail the seven seas as we journey through camp this week, including a splash-tastic trip to Echo Hollow Pool for each group.                             

               M-F                            7:30a-5:30p                 $280 ID/$350 OD

 

8/3-7                                   Slice it Up

This week, campers will be cooking up some tasty food and treats! On Wednesday, our 4th-grade camp will visit Papa’s Pizza for a behind-the-counter tour, followed by our 5th-grade camp on Thursday and our 6th-grade camp on Friday.

               M-F                                      7:30a-5:30p                       $294 ID/$370 OD

 

8/10-14                                             Mad Scientist  

Do oranges sink or float? Can you inflate a balloon with candy? Come to camp this week as we experiment, explore, and find the answers we seek—plus an exciting trip to OMSI in Portland on Thursday (8/13)!

              M-F                           7:30a-5:30p                  $294 ID/$370 OD

 

8/17-21                              Show Stopper

This week, campers will dance, sing, and showcase their talents with friends, culminating in a Talent Show on Friday afternoon. In addition, each group will enjoy a hike during the week.

               M-F                                      7:30a-5:30p                       $280 ID/$350 OD

 

8/24-28                              Final Countdown

5. Monday - Mismatch Monday: Let’s start the week in style! Dots, stripes,—today is the day to throw fashion to the wind and wear whatever your heart desires.

4. Tuesday - Tired Tuesday: No need to get dressed—come to camp in your PJs! Enjoy a cozy pancake breakfast and a relaxing movie.

3. Wednesday - Wonderful Wednesday: Let’s celebrate all the wonderful adventures we’ve had this summer.

2.Thursday - Tie-Die Thursday: Bring something white to camp and turn it into a fun, colorful creation!

1. Friday - Fantastic Friday: Time to finish summer camp with a fantastically fun day! We’ll play our favorite games and say goodbye to the super friends we’ve made this summer.

             M-F                       7:30a-5:30p                                      $280 ID/$350 OD

Camp Odyssey | Entering Grades 7-9 

Entering grades 7-9. Each camper will receive a camp t-shirt during their first session of the summer. Permission slips, medical release forms, and behavior contracts are required at the time of registration and will be available on the first day of each camp week; all forms must be filled out prior to dropping your child off. Dress appropriately for the weather and activities, including closed toe shoes. Please send your child each day with a backpack, lunch, water bottle, and a swimsuit and towel. While we have scheduled swim every Wednesday of the week, we also have additional water activities and field trips planned, so every day is an adventure! Please arrive close to the start of the camp day, as activities begin promptly.

 

6/22-25                              Arcade Adventures

Join us for a week of games as we head mini golfing, bowling, to an escape room adventure, swimming in Albany, and Bullwinkles.

MW                                     9a-4p                                                  $296 ID/$370 OD

TTh                                      8:30a-5p

 

6/29-7/2                            Wicked Waves

We’ll be riding the waves this week with trips including hiking, a trip to Heceta, swimming at Splash, and Rafting the McKenzie River with Helfrich Outfitters.

MTW                    9a-4p                                                                 $296 ID/$370 OD

Th                         8:30a-5p

 

7/6-9                                   World of Wildlife

This week is full of crazy critters with a visit to the Oregon Coast Aquarium, swimming at Echo Hollow Pool, and a visit to the Oregon Zoo.

MW                      9a-4p                                                                $296 ID/$370 OD

TTh                       8:30-5p

 

7/13-16                                             Great Outdoors

Enjoy all the sights, sounds, and creatures the outdoors has to offer with trips including outdoor paintball at Diamond Hill Paintball, hiking, and a trip to Wildlife Safari.

MW                                     9a-4p                                                $296 ID/$370 OD

TTh                                      8:30-5p

 

7/20-23                                             High Flyers

We’ll be flying through the air this week  with trips include hiking, swimming at Echo Hollow, and Tree2Tree Adventure Park.

MW                                     9a-4p                                                  $296 ID/$370 OD

TTh                                      8:30a-5p

 

7/27-30                                                            Weird Science

Get your mad scientist on with trips to Experiment PDX, Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum, and a trip to OMSI.

MW 9:00a-4:00p                                                                          $296 ID/ $370 OD

TuTh 8:30-5:00pm                                                                                                     

 

8/3-6                                                  At the Beach

Enjoy days at the beach this week with trips that include a beach day in Florence, swimming at Albany Pool, and a giant dune buggy tour with Sandland Adventures.

MTuW 9:00a-4:00p                                                      $296 ID/ $370 OD

Th 8:30-5:00pm                                                                                          

 

8/10-13                                                            Defying Gravity

Fly high this week with trips including Valley Rock Gym, swimming at Splash, and the Salem Ropes course.  

MW 9:00a-4:00p                                                                          $296 ID/ $370 OD

TuTh 8:30-5:00pm                                                                                                     

 

8/17-20                                                            Out of this World

Soar beyond the stars with trips including Defy, MultiVRse, swimming at Amazon Pool, and a planetarium show at OMSI.

MW 9:00a-4:00p                                                                          $296 ID/ $370 OD

TTh 8:30-5:00pm                                                                                                       

 

8/24-27                                                            Xtreme Sports

We’ll be taking camp to the extreme this week with trips including gym time at Gymnastics Northwest, Elevation Bouldering, and rafting the McKenzie River with Helfrich Outfitters.

MW 9:00a-4:00p                                                                          $296 ID/ $370 OD

TTh 8:30-5:00pm             

Links to registration will be connected soon. Please email info@rrpark.org if you have any questions 

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