‘23 Wayfinders Summer Camp

July 10th - August 4th

Camp Themes:

  • From the biggest ocean to the smallest stream, we learn from waterways every day as they shape and influence every part of our lives. This week, campers will forge their own connections to our local marine and freshwater systems and the people who thrive within them, from the Columbia to the coast.

  • Humans have had close relationships with the land since time immemorial: before anyone can remember. This week, campers will visit Portland's Black-owned farms to learn about how caring for land can help us care for ourselves and each other.

  • Let’s get creative and share a story. This week, campers will learn about the power of storytelling through photos and videos and create one they want to share!

  • We can build it better if we come together! This week, campers will learn about the built environment and create mini design projects based on what they would like to see within their communities.

Registration Opens on Monday, April 10th

Register here!

Do you (or your kids) love spending time outdoors and learning new topics everyday? Join us for Wayfinders Summer Camp!

For 4 weeks this summer, we will explore topics of agriculture, marine biology, photojournalism, and design. Participants will be guided by leaders who look like them in an environment specifically catered to them and their needs—all while making new friendships and memories!

For any questions, contact the Program Director, jamie@campelso.org, or Program Assistant, walter@campelso.org

Camp Schedule

Everyday Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm 

Drop-off: 8:00am - 8:30am

Pick-up: 4:00pm - 4:30pm

Camp Location: Prescott Elementary (10410 Prescott Street, 97220) 

ELSO will provide the following:

  • Supplies

  • 1 ELSO bag, water bottle, t-shirt, and journal

  • Snacks and drinks

  • Friday Culmination Cookout Lunch

Cost for Summer Camps: Sliding Scale Fee $150 - $390 (based on income)

  • $150.03

  • $210.01

  • $270.04

  • $330.02

  • $390

Upon application approval families must pay a $50 deposit to hold their slot(s) for camp. Families will have 1 week to pay their deposit fee or their slot(s) will be open and they will be placed on the waitlist. The $50 deposit will go towards the final total of the week(s) of camp.