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Bird Alliance of Oregon

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5151 NW Cornell Road
Portland, OR 97210 United States
Grades 6-8: Outdoor Naturalists, Summer Camps
Four girls with their hands up in the air pose in front of one of the yurts at Marmot Cabin.
Grades 6-8: Outdoor Naturalists, Summer Camps

Mt. Hood Naturalist (OVERNIGHT: This camp runs M-Th)

Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure where you’ll find yourself at Marmot Cabin, a gem tucked into the Mount Hood Wilderness. For three nights and four days, this camp will take you on an immersive exploration into the unique ecology the Cascades. Sharpen your senses as we delve into the wonders of Mt. Hood National Forest and its surrounding ecosystems.

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Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps
An educator and three young campers look at a butterfly on a net.
Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps

All Aflutter (NO CAMP ON JULY 4) *FULL*

This week is all about butterflies and their friends. We’ll head to the fields, forests and streams in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Sanctuary with nets, hand lenses, and our curious minds to see how many amazing butterflies, ladybugs, and other arthropods we can find. Make butterfly crafts, have ladybug races, and play bug games with your new friends.

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Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps
Youth campers exploring a rocky stream at the Sanctuary
Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps

Forest Park Nature Detectives (NO CAMP JULY 4) *FULL*

With it’s 5200 acres, Forest Park is a natural jewel waiting to be explored! As Forest Park Nature Detectives, we’ll scurry along the trails in search of the animals and plants that call Forest Park home! Learn how to read the signs that animals leave for us, which plants are useful to humans and animals and why Forest Park is such an important habitat to have right here in our city!

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Grades 3-5: Nature Explorers, Summer Camps
Campers hold up their binoculars in the forest, looking at birds.
Grades 3-5: Nature Explorers, Summer Camps

Wild in the City (NO CAMP JULY 4) *6 spots left*

Come join us on this conservation filled week as we visit local green spaces in search of wildlife in our city! Hear from our conservation team about what they do and how their work helps Portland’s wildlife and learn about all the ways you can help the animals in your own neighborhoods!

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Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps
Two outdoor school participants look at a bird skull specimen.
Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps

Nature’s Superheroes *1 spot left*

Join us as we learn about all of the wonderful ways that animals interact with nature using their spectacular adaptations! Learn about what it takes to be a nature superhero by investigating pelts and skulls, searching the sanctuary for signs of animals and learning how they engineer and alter their ecosystem. We will take what we learned and create our very own comic book, bringing nature’s superheroes to life!

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Grades 6-8: Outdoor Naturalists, Summer Camps
Four girls with their hands up in the air pose in front of one of the yurts at Marmot Cabin.
Grades 6-8: Outdoor Naturalists, Summer Camps

Mt. Hood Naturalist (OVERNIGHT: This camp runs M-Th)

Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure where you’ll find yourself at Marmot Cabin, a gem tucked into the Mount Hood Wilderness. For three nights and four days, this camp will take you on an immersive exploration into the unique ecology the Cascades. Sharpen your senses as we delve into the wonders of Mt. Hood National Forest and its surrounding ecosystems.

See Details
Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps
An educator and three young campers look at a butterfly on a net.
Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps

All Aflutter *FULL*

This week is all about butterflies and their friends. We’ll head to the fields, forests and streams in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Sanctuary with nets, hand lenses, and our curious minds to see how many amazing butterflies, ladybugs, and other arthropods we can find. Make butterfly crafts, have ladybug races, and play bug games with your new friends.

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Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps
Youth campers exploring a rocky stream at the Sanctuary
Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps

Forest Park Nature Detectives *FULL*

With it’s 5200 acres, Forest Park is a natural jewel waiting to be explored! As Forest Park Nature Detectives, we’ll scurry along the trails in search of the animals and plants that call Forest Park home! Learn how to read the signs that animals leave for us, which plants are useful to humans and animals and why Forest Park is such an important habitat to have right here in our city!

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Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps
Two outdoor school participants look at a bird skull specimen.
Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps

Nature’s Superheroes *FULL*

Join us as we learn about all of the wonderful ways that animals interact with nature using their spectacular adaptations! Learn about what it takes to be a nature superhero by investigating pelts and skulls, searching the sanctuary for signs of animals and learning how they engineer and alter their ecosystem. We will take what we learned and create our very own comic book, bringing nature’s superheroes to life!

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Grades 3-5: Nature Explorers, Summer Camps
A group of kids laughing and eating donuts in nature.
Grades 3-5: Nature Explorers, Summer Camps

SUPER SWIFTS WEEK: Rocking Out!

Rock out at our geology camp! Join us for a thrilling journey into the world of geology with hands-on activities, engaging lessons, and outdoor explorations. From rock identification, the process of erosion to learning about the rich geological history of how our local landscapes were shaped, our adventures will delve into the fascinating world of geology. Get ready to become a geologist and uncover the secrets of the earth beneath your feet!

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Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps
A girl holds on to a mossy vine maple branch.
Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps

SUPER SWIFTS WEEK: Beautiful Bark and Trusty Trunks *FULL*

Join us for an adventure at our magical Nature Sanctuary in Forest Park, where we will focus on the majestic world of trees and other plants (did you know our Sanctuary has the second tallest tree in Portland?)! Through hands-on activities, nature walks, and interactive activities, you will delve into the fascinating realm of arboreal wonders, learning about different tree species, their lifecycle, and the vital roles they play in our ecosystem

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Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps
A Mason Bee is exploring the yellow flowers of Tall Oregon Grape.
Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps

SUPER SWIFTS WEEK: Pollinator Paradise

Have you ever stopped to smell the flowers, or have been eating a berry and wondered how they got here? Come and learn all about the different pollinators that live right here in our Sanctuary and are vital to our ecosystem! With magnifying glasses in hand, we will search the Sanctuary for these important creatures, learn about some of the not so known pollinators, and learn about how pollination works!

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Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps
A camper holds her net in the Balch Creek at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary.
Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps

SUPER SWIFTS WEEK: Sensory Explorers

Let’s use our senses to learn more about the forest! Each day of camp will promise a new adventure as we use taste, touch, smell, hearing, and sight to explore our Sanctuary. From foraging for berries to feeling the textures of leaves and bark, every moment will be filled with hands-on discovery and interactive learning.

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Grades 6-8: Outdoor Naturalists, Summer Camps
Four girls with their hands up in the air pose in front of one of the yurts at Marmot Cabin.
Grades 6-8: Outdoor Naturalists, Summer Camps

Mt. Hood Naturalist (OVERNIGHT: This camp runs M-Th) *1 SPOT LEFT*

Embark on an unforgettable overnight adventure where you’ll find yourself at Marmot Cabin, a gem tucked into the Mount Hood Wilderness. For three nights and four days, this camp will take you on an immersive exploration into the unique ecology the Cascades. Sharpen your senses as we delve into the wonders of Mt. Hood National Forest and its surrounding ecosystems.

See Details
Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps
An educator and three young campers look at a butterfly on a net.
Grades 1 & 2: Forest Friends, Summer Camps

All Aflutter *FULL*

This week is all about butterflies and their friends. We’ll head to the fields, forests and streams in Bird Alliance of Oregon’s Wildlife Sanctuary with nets, hand lenses, and our curious minds to see how many amazing butterflies, ladybugs, and other arthropods we can find. Make butterfly crafts, have ladybug races, and play bug games with your new friends.

See Details
Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps
Youth campers exploring a rocky stream at the Sanctuary
Grades 2 & 3: Wilderness Scouts, Summer Camps

Forest Park Nature Detectives *FULL*

With it’s 5200 acres, Forest Park is a natural jewel waiting to be explored! As Forest Park Nature Detectives, we’ll scurry along the trails in search of the animals and plants that call Forest Park home! Learn how to read the signs that animals leave for us, which plants are useful to humans and animals and why Forest Park is such an important habitat to have right here in our city!

See Details
Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps
Two outdoor school participants look at a bird skull specimen.
Grades 2 & 3: Creature Creators, Summer Camps

Nature’s Superheroes *2 SPOTS LEFT*

Join us as we learn about all of the wonderful ways that animals interact with nature using their spectacular adaptations! Learn about what it takes to be a nature superhero by investigating pelts and skulls, searching the sanctuary for signs of animals and learning how they engineer and alter their ecosystem. We will take what we learned and create our very own comic book, bringing nature’s superheroes to life!

See Details
Grades 3-5: Nature Explorers, Summer Camps
A camper holds her net in the Balch Creek at the Bird Alliance of Oregon Wildlife Sanctuary.
Grades 3-5: Nature Explorers, Summer Camps

Salmon Run! *3 SPOTS LEFT*

Join us for a week of exploration and discovery as we delve into the world of one of Oregon’s most iconic keystone species: the salmon. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural significance of salmon and gain a deeper understanding of their pivotal role in our ecosystem and the challenges they face.

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