At Camp Namanu, we offer two specialty teen programs for campers looking to build new leadership skills. Both programs require applications and acceptance before registration.  Gears: Grades 10-12 Gears Applications Available: October 4, 2023 Apply here: Gears Application Gears Application Deadline: November 6, 2023 This program is for high school-aged campers who want to get…

Camp is for everyone and we can help! Camp Namanu has been providing summer camp opportunities for 100 years to campers and if paying for camp is a barrier, we want to help because we believe that camp is for every child! Financial Assistance or “Camperships” as we like to say, are provided through generous…

In the spring of 1924 William S. (Daddy) Raker, accompanied by Eathel Moore, began a search for a new site for a Camp Fire Girls summer camp. After days of searching they spied an open meadow from a high vantage point far across the Sandy River. At once they knew they had found the perfect…

Do you love Camp Namanu? Join Friends of Namanu today! Be sure to ‘like’ our Friends of Namanu Facebook page to receive regular updates and learn about what’s happening.   Purpose Friends of Namanu works to keep the traditions of Camp Namanu alive through donations and direct service. This group is a part of Camp Fire…

MAKE AN IMPACT AND BECOME A SPARK CHAMPION TODAY! YOUR MONTHLY SUPPORT LIGHTS THE FIRE FOR OUR PROGRAMS. Monthly donors ensure that Camp Fire provides our kids the opportunity to lift their voice, find their spark and discovery who they are. When you choose to become a Spark Champion, you ensure every kid as the…

WITH SPRING RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER, IT’S TIME TO SPARK. JOIN US VIRTUALLY FOR OUR ANNUAL SPARK GALA! GET A FIRSTHAND LOOK AT THE MAGIC OF CAMP NAMANU AND LEARN HOW CAMP FIRE COLUMBIA CONTINUES TO MAKE AN IMPACT AMID SOCIAL DISTANCING IN OUR BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL AND TEEN DEPARTMENTS. TO LEARN MORE, MAKE…

Can’t find the answer to your question below? Check out our family resources page, or contact our registrar team at [email protected] or (503) 695-6041. We’re available Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.  When can I register? Registration for Summer 2024 opens Sunday, October 1st at 9am. Each session closes 14-days before the start date. When will Gears &…

The Story House is an excellent covered program space with ample room for up to 300. It includes a stage, complete with back-stage areas, and proscenium arch of sorts. A beautiful stone fireplace projects its warmth onto the main floor, with a smaller fireplace awaiting chilly campers in an upper loft area. Toby’s Story House…

Camp Fire Columbia’s Full Day Programs are now open for enrollment. Please see information below for district specific dates and links.   McMinnville Public Schools McMinnville Public School Full Day Programs: In-Service days/Winter Break/Spring Break See the MSD 2023/24 school year calendar for currently scheduled additional program dates. ***Full Day Program requires separate online registration*** •…

CIT Lodge – capacity 12 This charming A-Frame style building has a lovely back porch with a view of the Sandy River. Used by the Counselors in Training in the summer, the history of their experience is written in plaques dating back to the 1960’s. This is one of the coziest buildings on site. Kiwanis…