UO-Affiliated Camps
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Using the interdisciplinary nature of archaeology, campers will explore Oregon's diverse heritage, natural landscapes, and ecosystems. Camp activities encourage cooperation and instill a sense of wonder and stewardship for Oregon's past, present, and future. Session 1 is designed for new campers and children with little to no museum experience.
7 years old-11 years oldCo-ed08/05/2013 - 08/09/2013M-F 9am-4pmYes$210 ($190 for MNCH members) -
Using the interdisciplinary nature of archaeology, campers will explore Oregon's diverse heritage, natural landscapes, and ecosystems. Camp activities encourage cooperation and instill a sense of wonder and stewardship for Oregon's past, present, and future. Session 2 is designed for returning campers and other children with some experience at the museum.
7 years old-11 years oldCo-ed08/19/2013 - 08/23/2013M-F 9am-4pmYes$210 ($190 for MNCH members) -
Dive into a week of water exploration! Discover ocean geography and the ocean's effect on our planet. A marine ecologist will help us investigate the ways we use and misuse ocean resources. Make some waves at the beach; we'll visit the Oregon coast tide pools, sand dunes, and the Oregon Cost Aquarium.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed08/05/2013 - 08/09/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliates - $190, Community families - $205 -
Tumble your way into an exciting week of circus fun! Explore the world of a circus performer and learn the history of the circus. Take a trip to Bounce to practice circus skills, including walking the tightrope, juggling, and trapezing. Things will get tricky when a magician comes to demonstrate some magic tricks. On Wednesday, amaze family and friends with a spectacular circus performance, complete with popcorn!
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed07/01/2013 - 07/03/2013M-W 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $114, Community families - $123 -
Get ready to get down and dirty! Learn about growing and preparing food, saving seeds, and composting. Tour local farms, including camp favorite, Farmer John's Farm, and the UO Urban Farm! Get the buzz on bees and sustainable farming from a local beekeeper. Volunteer at Food for Lane County and check out the farm animals at the Lane County Fair.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed07/22/2013 - 07/26/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $190, Community families - $205 -
This week we'll have our eyes on the sky! Discover the science and history of flight and rocketry. Build rockets, gliders, and paper airplanes, and create a wind tunnel. Travel with us to the Creswell Airport, the Evergreen Air and Space Museum, and the Wings and Waves Waterpark in McMinnville.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed06/24/2013 - 06/28/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families- $190, Commity families - $205 -
Investigate the life cycle of "stuff". Visit the Glenwood Transfer Station, Short Mountain Landfill and BRING Recycling. Increase your awareness on how to reduce, reuse, and recycle to help keep the earth clean and healthy. Turn trash into treasured works of eco-friendly art using recycled materials. Conduct an audit of waste produced at the Olum Center and check out the recycling center on campus.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed06/17/2013 - 06/21/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $190, Community families - $205 -
Rock-O-Rama features experienced instructors from the university and community. It offers an intimate camp experience for children with its limited enrollment and “recreation for life” approach. Summer campers learn essential climbing skills every day in a fun, challenging, and supportive environment. Instructors teach climbing technique, knot tying, belaying, rappelling, and clear communication. Our days include team building challenges and games to help build agility, self-esteem, responsibility, and confidence. Each week has a variety of individual and team challenges at the rock wall with the focus more on individual mastery than on competition. The camp is limited to 15 participants with at least 2 instructors.
10 years old-13 years oldCo-ed07/15/2013 - 08/02/2013Monday-Friday 9am-12:15pm$150 -
Blast off for a week of space exploration! Discover how ancient civilizations used the stars. A guest astronomer will help us on our journey through the galaxy. Tour the Solar System at Alton Baker Park and visit the planetarium at the Science Factory.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed08/12/2013 - 08/16/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliates - $190, Community families - $205 -
Join the fun as we play a variety of sports and games popular in the U.S. and around the world. Focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and fitness! Meet some UO athletes and visit Autzen Stadium, Matt Arena, and the historic Hayward Field.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed07/15/2013 - 07/19/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $190, Community families - $205 -
Four one-week sessions: July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26, and July 29 - August 2. 9am-12:15pm daily. $100/week. Ages K - 5th grade (in September 2013). Group activities may include tumbling, tennis, basketball, soccer, floor hockey, baseball, dodge ball, rock climbing and various games. All campers receive swim instruction and swim time. Our focus is more on individual mastery than on competition. Children are divided into age groups for safety and fun. Register for any or all weeks using the registration form on our website. Camp location is centered in and around the Student Recreation Center on the University of Oregon campus. For more information see our website: http://perec.uoregon.edu, "Youth Sports Camps".
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed07/08/2013 - 08/02/2013Monday-Friday 9am-12:15pm$100 -
Summer Enrichment Program participants spend two weeks in residence on the UO campus enjoying an exceptional experience that weaves challenging academic enrichment with friendship and fun. Bring your love of learning and unique talents to a community where intelligence and creativity are valued and supported.
10 years old-17 years oldCo-ed07/07/2013 - 07/20/201324/7 for two weeksYes$1595 -
Summer Enrichment participants are advanced learners who spend two weeks in residence on the UO campus enjoying an exceptional experience that weaves challenging academic enrichment classes with friendship and fun. Bring your love of learning and unique talents and interests to a community where intelligence and creativity are valued and supported.
10 years old-17 years oldCo-ed07/21/2013 - 08/03/201324/7 for two weeksYes$1595 (includes application fee) -
If you are an older student interested in developing leadership skills and earning up to 130 community service hours, we provide an opportunity to participate in SEP as a Junior Counselor. During morning class, JCs learn leadership tools that help enhance self-confidence, motivation, verbal communications, creative problem solving, and conflict resolution skills. When not in class, JCs work with staff members to create and supervise projects, activities, and excursions for campers, acting as mentors, friends, and confidantes to younger students. JCs also receive support and a head start with resume writing, interviewing, and applying to colleges--including essay writing, time management, and budget creation.
15 years old-17 years oldCo-ed07/07/2013 - 08/03/201324/7 for one of two 2-week sessionsYes$1180 -
Super Summer classes are designed to challenge and stimulate participants learning while having FUN! Classes are designed for advanced learners and TAG students completing grades K-5 this school year. These highly-engaging learning experiences encourage critical thinking, creativity, independent learning, and are always hands-on. Advanced learners need time with intellectual peers as well as age-peers. They have found that opportunity at UO Super Summer for 32 years! Teachers are trained professionals from local schools and the community who have demonstrated their intense interest in areas taught and their understanding of the special needs of advanced learners. Classes focus on math, science, literature and writing, visual and performing arts, creative problem-solving, cultural studies, robotics and more.
HOURS 9:00 – 3:00 plus pre- and post-program extended care
Participants can choose 1, 2 or 3 classes from a menu of offerings. Students attend the each selected class for the entire three weeks of the program.MORNINGS offer an extended session that allows for rare in-depth involvement in an area of high interest. These project courses are designed to enable focused, passionate learning. Participants make their class choice from a variety of offerings.
AFTERNOONS offer two shorter class sessions in which curious learners explore new topics designed to satisfy the curiosity and open new horizons. Relaxing, hands-on and stimulating.
LUNCHTIME provides opportunities for a little down time or more stimulating learning activities including demonstrations, competitions, special guests, outdoor quiet corner and active playground. Participants choose each day those activities they would like to pursue.
PRE- AND POST-PROGRAM ACTIVITY GROUP
Extended Care featuring stimulating crafts, games, puzzles, reading, and special events for inquisitive minds, 7:45-9:00 a.m. and 3:00-5:30 p.m.5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed06/24/2013 - 07/12/2013M-F June 24-July 12YesVaries with level of enrollment. See website for details -
Immerse yourself in all aspects of the theater from character creation, costumes and set design, and performance. Go behind the scenes and tour local theaters, including the Hult Center, UO Robinson Theater, and the Wildish Theater. Watch a play by the Mad Duckling Children's Theater. Camp finishes with a full theatrical production for family and friends.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed07/29/2013 - 08/02/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $190, Community families - $205 -
Get ready to build a perfect week of camp! Discover different homes and buildings throughout the world. Design and build model buildings, watch a construction zone in action, and get handy with woodworking. Use Legos to experiment and build creative projects. Tour the beautiful University of Oregon campus to examine its architecture and sustainable design features.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed08/19/2013 - 08/23/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $190, Community families $205 -
The is an intense camp designed for girls entering 6-12 grade who want to take their game to the next level. Oregon coaches and players, as well as junior college and other high school coaches, will be guiding campers through various skill development, weight training, fitness, and game competition.
11 years old-18 years oldGirls06/17/2013 - 06/20/2013MON - THURYes$150 -
The Youth Day Camp is geared towards girls 7 years of age to 6th grade who are developing their skills and are looking to have a great time with Oregon players and coaches.
Highlights of camps include:
* Nike Camp T-Shirt
* U of O Players as counselors and coaches
* Contests & Prizes
* Team and individual awards
* The best teachers in the country
* Games and individual instruction7 years old-13 years oldGirls06/18/2013 - 06/21/2013TU - FR 9 am - 12pmYes$95 -
You're in for some shocking discoveries as we investigate the world of power. Examine how we power our lives from the Leaburg Dam to solar panels. Learn about pollution and discover some alternative energy sources by building solar cars and wind turbines.
5 years old-11 years oldCo-ed07/08/2013 - 07/12/2013M-F 8:00am-5:45pm$20 non-refundable registration fee + UO affiliated families - $190, Community families - $205