A More Informed Youth: Media Literacy in 2025 & Beyond
“Almost constantly.” That’s how often nearly half of all American teenagers say they’re online. From TikTok to Reels to YouTube to Snapchat, there’s a literal never-ending stream of content, ready and...
View ArticleStaff Spotlight: Sam Ward, Program Manager
Connecting Kids to Sparks: Sam Ward's Journey to Leadership at Camp Fire Central Oregon Sam Ward’s (she/her/hers) journey as program manager at Camp Fire Central Oregon has been a story of fostering...
View ArticleMLK Jr. Nat’l Day of Service: Honoring Vets With Valentines
There’s a special vibe that fills a room full of creative, caring folks, even more so when they’re crafting for a great cause: one honoring both United States service members and the late Martin Luther...
View ArticleTraining That Grows With Us
At Camp Fire Central Oregon, staff training is more than preparation—it’s a responsive, evolving journey of learning, reflection, and growth deeply rooted in the needs of youth, staff, and the broader...
View ArticleCalling All Poets for Our First Ever Earth Day Poetry Slam!
Do you love Earth Day—and consider yourself a poet, rapper or creator of the written word? Well, at Camp Fire Central Oregon, Earth Day is more than just a day to honor the planet—it’s an opportunity...
View ArticleAbsolutely Incredible Kid Day®: Valuing Personhood Over Productivity
This year for Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®, we have a question for every single adult out there: How will you let the young people in your life know how important, unique, quirky, thoughtful, kind,...
View ArticleCommunity Invited to Celebrate Absolutely Incredible Kid Day®, Enjoy Fresh...
Camp Fire Central Oregon’s annual March celebration gets bigger and better with a FREE ice-skating extravaganza, new activities and a dash of heartfelt FUNdraising! Bend, Ore., March 11, 2025 — Ready,...
View ArticlePlanning With Purpose
How Camp Fire Central Oregon Empowers Youth Through Intentional Programming At Camp Fire Central Oregon, the belief in the transformative power of connection is at the heart of everything we do. From...
View ArticleVoices & Choices—in Action!
How Camp Fire Intentionally Inspires Youth Voice and Choice, Helping Kids Thrive! At Camp Fire Central Oregon, youth empowerment isn’t just a concept—it’s a daily practice. Through intentional...
View ArticleMedia Release: Cities of La Pine and Bend Honoring Camp Fire’s National...
Camp Fire Central Oregon Doubles Its ‘Proclamation Impact’ For the Holiday’s Annual Youth Recognition Bend, Ore. March 18, 2025 – The cities of La Pine and Bend are joining other municipalities across...
View ArticleThe Journey, Not Just the Destination
A Journey That Lasts a Lifetime Connection is not just an outcome—it’s a guiding principle. At Camp Fire Central Oregon, we believe that relationships have the power to spark growth, cultivate...
View ArticlePreventing Youth-to-Youth Abuse: An Open Letter to Camp Fire Caregivers
Dear Current or Prospective Camp Fire Camp Parent/Caregiver: Hi! It’s me again—Nikki Roe Cropp, Director of Youth Safety & Well-being for Camp Fire National Headquarters—writing to talk about a...
View ArticleOn Topic: Tumalo Day Camp Volunteers & Crew … And How YOU Can Join the Summer...
For over 35 years, Tumalo Day Camp has been a Central Oregon summer tradition—filled with incredible campers, laughter, songs, hikes, campfires, silly costumes, and unforgettable moments. But what...
View ArticleStaff Spotlight: Jacque Coleman, South County Afterschool Coordinator
Mission Drive & Driving Creativity: Jacque Coleman Steps Onto Camp Fire's Stage as Our South County Afterschool Coordinator Q: Tell us about your personal and professional background, your role...
View ArticleStaff Spotlight: Cyprianna Martinez, Bend Afterschool Coordinator
'Beary' Happy to Be Onboard: Cyprianna Martinez (she, her) Brings a Love for Leadership, Youth, and the Outdoors to Her South County Afterschool Coordinator Role Q: Tell us about your personal and...
View ArticleMore Than an Escape: The Outdoors as a Frontline Solution
“Go touch some grass.” It’s a phrase often tossed out as a joke or jab when someone’s online too much or getting worked up over something that doesn’t matter. But what if that phrase held more truth...
View ArticleCamp Fire Afterschool in Bend Just Piloted Its First-Ever Art & Science Fair!
It was a couple of afternoons of magical discovery, creativity, and heartfelt goodbyes at Camp Fire Central Oregon’s first-ever Art & Science Fair, piloted just this spring at its two Bend-based...
View ArticleTeam Talk: Harrison Feist on His Camp Fire Jobs & Journey
Every summer, new hires come join our big team of camp counselors in large part because Camp Fire Central Oregon’s summer camp jobs can be a blast. Yet drawn by a shared passion for youth development,...
View ArticleA Summer Internship or Job With Camp Fire: Could It Be for You?
Picture this: You’re outside, the Central Oregon sun is shining, and a group of campers is looking up at you, waiting for their next adventure. Maybe it’s leading a silly Camp Fire song, helping a...
View ArticleCamp Fire Afterschool in Bend Just Piloted Its First-Ever Art & Science Fair!
It was a couple of afternoons of magical discovery, creativity, and heartfelt goodbyes at Camp Fire Central Oregon’s first-ever Art & Science Fair, piloted just this spring at its two Bend-based...
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