Use your judgment! All sessions include an Oxbow summer camp t-shirt, a nature journal, and crafts to take home. Camper quote: I just want to live at the farm!. We believe that kids learn byexercising their natural curiosity, and we try to create an environment where each child can learn and self-express in their own way. Kids see BIG farmers on BIG tractors in BIG fields doing real farm work, and its a great opportunity for them to start to understand where their food comes from. and have to cancel their registration. You will bring water and a lunch from home to make sure you have enough energy for the day. Camper quote: This is the most creative farm, So your kiddo doesnt like vegetablesit may be the current state of affairs, but it is not permanent! Our online registration forms include space to alert us to specific concerns or needs, but please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about specific needs. Camp groups maintain an 10:1 camper-to-instructor ratio, and are also joined by at least one support volunteer for the entire week. Required vaccinations are listed below. However, as our groups have grown, we are making an effort to understand and serve kids better, according to their age group. Chef Sprouts But you can be sure you will be joining a group of kids, volunteers, and staff who are excited about farming and nature! Oxbow prioritizes the physical and emotional safety of our campers. Campers are eligible for a full 100% refund for all summer camp programs if: For more details, visit our policies page. Oxbow is nestled in the Snoqualmie Valley at 10819 Carnation-Duvall Road (Highway 203) in Carnation, WA, about 20 minutes east of Redmond. We appreciate your understanding! Measles (MMR) vaccination is required and not eligible for exemption as per WA state law. Nondisclosure of medical, psychological or behavioral challenges may result in a child being sent home from camp mid-week without refund. Families are adversely impacted by COVID-19 (job loss, illness or suspected exposure to COVID-19, caring for sick family members, etc.) No store-bought bag of baby carrots can compare to a carrot picked from the ground, washed, and eaten within thirty seconds of harvest. Farmer Seedlings Through fun workshops, youll have the chance to learn and lead while exploring your own passions! In the past, weve enjoyed spending camp days outside rain and shine, only retreating to the barn in rare instances of lightning. About Conservation & Restoration at Oxbow, Lunch, water, and substantial snacks brought in low waste containers and a reusable water bottle. Sending a camper home from camp is a last resort. Our Summer Camp instructors, all CPR/First Aid certified, are trained in inquiry-based environmental education and in facilitating nature connections for children of all ages. Heres how you can help ensure your camper is grouped with one or two of their friends or family members: We are unable to guarantee placement/transfer into a preferred camp group for week- or day-of requests. All injuries and behavioral incidents will be clearly communicated to parents/guardians, and a detailed response plan is in place for on-farm emergencies, which include weather/environmental threats, any accident requiring use of CPR/First Aid, and injuries requiring a visit to a hospital. Heres what a prepared camper looks like! Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center will never sell still/motion picture images or audio recordings to parties beyond the organization. *Dig Deeper camps happen simultaneous to the Guardians of the Plants camp sessions and 11 year old campers have the option to choose between camp themes. Adventure Buds This includes behavior that puts the campers own safety and/or the safety of others at risk physically or mentally, including bullying, fighting, throwing/hitting with objects, and verbal abuse, Intentional or inappropriate invasion of privacy during restroom use, changing clothing, or other private moments, Derogatory statements about social status, religion, national origin, race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, personal appearance, intelligence, habits, hobbies, school performance, physical size, ability, appearance, and similar personal subjects, Group agreements that emphasize treating people well in terms of our differences, Using pronouns or nicknames that affirm someones self-proclaimed gender identity, Storytelling that may have same-gender protagonists in a relationship, Normalizing appropriate exploration and natural curiosity around these topics, Group reflection and discussions on these topics. Clothes/layers for inclement weather (well be outside all day) including: rain coat, warm layers, t-shirt for warmer weather, boots for mud, hiking and farming. Yes! Experts play, show, and explainhelping you understand what goes on a real-life farm and conservation center. (9) Polio (Poliomyelitis);

Feeling sun-warmed soil on your hands. If costs provide a hardship, please reach out to education@oxbow.org. As stated by a summer camp participant in 2019, My mom would be so proud of me, I dont normally eat vegetables!. We will do our best to accommodate. Only one coupon discount may be applied during registration. This will be done by checking a box during the registration process. Certain areas of Oxbow will be off-limits. This demonstration farm allows our littlest farmers to experience hands-on cultivating and harvesting in a safe and accessible space. A Day at Camp Our summer camp staff are trained educators hired for their experience working with children, and are certified in CPR and First Aid. Monday, June 27Friday, July 1

Pleasecontact usif you have any questions about specific needs. Please see our weather-related closures policy and other important informationhere. We take the physical and emotional safety of our young visitors very seriously (see further information below). Some behaviors will not be tolerated during summer camp and will warrant immediate removal from camp, with no refund. Tuesday, July 5Friday, July 8*. Please see our Cancellation and Refund policies above if your child experiences a minor injury during or outside of camp that takes them away from their camp session for more than a day. We are proud to share that we have implemented a community-fundedsliding scale program. During our camp days, we might enjoy blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and applessure to please any crowd. Above all, our summer camp curriculum is child-led and play-based. (8) Pneumococcal disease; If you are carpooling, the person who is signing the camper out should be prepared to check in. Requested camper buddies should be within 1-2 years of age, unless they are siblings who will be successful in a group together.

Here arespecific details for finding our Public Entrance at 10819 Carnation-Duvall Rd NE. About Conservation & Restoration at Oxbow, Cancellations & Refunds (UPDATED JUN 2022), COVID-19 Health & Safety (UPDATED JAN 2022), Emergency Treatment/CPR Permission Medical Waiver, SEE OUR COVID-19 HEALTH & SAFETY POLICIES HERE, King County Department of Healths Covid-19 Outbreak Dashboard, Washington State public schools and childcare facilities policy. Our fantastic staff members and volunteers are here to help you at all times; we want you to come as you are, ready to learn new skills and even meet some new friends. 10819 Carnation-Duvall Rd NE, Carnation, WA 98014, A hayride tour of our organic production farm. They are an essential part of the environment and even help our plants and crops grow. The Kids Farm is adjacent to our Childrens Garden and Living Playground which includes tunnels to explore, a child-friendly tractor to climb on, raised garden beds, a working greenhouse, a picnicking area, and a small, shaded amphitheater, all devoted. Kids see BIG farmers on BIG tractors in BIG fields doing real farm work, and its a great opportunity for them to start to understand where their food comes from.

A curious group of any age might take a silent walk through a field of cover crop, find a sit spot to observe nature and write in a journal, or make artwork with natural artifacts found on their hike. Our Covid-19 procedures will be based on a 3-tier system, based on the latest disease activity reported by the King County Department of Healths Covid-19 Outbreak Dashboard: Our full COVID-19 Health & Safety guidelines and policies for guests (including campers) who will be on-site at Oxbow are available here. Kids see BIG farmers on BIG tractors in BIG fields doing real farm work, and its a great opportunity for them to start to understand where their food comes from. This summer, Oxbow offers camps for ages 7-14*! If your child has additional health concerns or sensitivities and must be withheld from camp, please let us know as soon as possible. We will relax our safety policies only if regional health and safety milestones are met. Tasting a crisp carrot plucked right from the earth. Use your judgment! We have scholarship funds available! Before cooking and as needed- campers can wash their hands with running water and soap. If you choose to cancel or leave a camp session for any reason, please contact us as soon as possible ateducation@oxbow.orgor call the Summer Camp Cell Phone at 425-419-6068. Is it a safe place for kids? Our main office can be reached at 425-788-1134 x3 and email education@oxbow.org.

The biggest thing to remember is that our farm camps take place exclusively outdoors, unless the weather is dangerous (lightning or heavy wildfire smoke, for example). You can taste wild edible plants, meet our habitat conservation scientists, and more. Camper quote:Im scared of garden snakes, but I know they are a farmers best friend. We provide small seats for our tiniest campers to use the facilities comfortably. Only wade in water in pre-approved areas up to knee height, Climb trees no higher than the campers head height, Wait to be invited before harvesting and tasting plants, Keep closed-toe shoes on at all times, even while wading, Abusive behavior.

About Conservation & Restoration at Oxbow, Get kids outside and in tune with their senses, Spark creativity through art, stories, songs, and child-led play, Connect kids to their food by harvesting and eating farm-fresh fruit and veggies, Set up and manage a farm stand just for camp families, Investigate how a farm is part of a greater habitat, Participate in habitat restoration projects, Create habitat features to invite more wild animals to the farm (including magical creatures, too! We have even spotted elusive bobcats and black bears! Learn more about becoming an Oxbow Member! If you choose to cancel or leave a camp session for any reason, please contact us as soon as possible at education@oxbow.org or call the Summer Camp Cell Phone at 425-419-6068. Monday, July 18Friday, July 22 A signed medical & liability waiver must be on file prior to the start of camp. If cost provides a hardship, please dont hesitate to reach out to us. There will also be an opportunity to showcase and share your talents with other campers! Contact us: The Summer Camp Director is available during camp weeks by cell phone at 425-419-6068). [UPDATED JUNE 2022]. You can refer to the Oxbow Summer Camp COVID Policies document for our current procedures and policies. Monday, Aug. 15Friday, Aug. 19. Will there be Farm Camp sessions for younger or older kids? We are happy to support campers who would like to bring a special helper, be it a parent, guardian, or caregiver, to help them throughout the week if desired. Make sure that your child is aware of the location of these important medical devices or medications. Oxbow has hiking trails, a living playground and climbing tractor, farm fields to explore, two wetland ecosystems, and countless other crafts and activities for campers to enjoy. We offer a personalized, fantastic adventure around the farm for the whole family! All camp sessions are adapted to fit the needs of each age group. Grow alongside Oxbow farmers as we tend the Kids Farm crops and harvest and process organic produce for hungry customers. Oxbows week-long Summer Farm Camps immerse kids in the magic and discovery of nature on an organic vegetable farm and conservation center. We do not have domestic farm animals at Oxbow, but our property is teeming with life! 10819 Carnation-Duvall Rd NE, Carnation, WA 98014. >>July 5-9 Registration Monday, July 25Friday, July 29.

(2) Diphtheria; Our refund policy is as follows: Cancellation made 15 or more days prior to the camp session start date:Oxbow will retain $75 per registered camper for administration and processing fees; the remainder will be refunded by check within 7-14 days of the cancellation. Cancellation made 14 days or less prior to the camp session starting date:Oxbow is unable to offer any refunds or credits. For the rest of the day, camp instructors leave space for kid-led fun and guide campers through team building games and nature exploration. Not that far away! We will continue to implement our rigorous health and safety procedures and policies for the duration of our camp sessions. We ask for your support by agreeing to the photo waiver within the online registration form, helping us to share our work and mission with more people. However, we invite your family to join us for a personalized exploration of Oxbow in our. Families are adversely impacted by COVID-19 (job loss, illness or suspected exposure to COVID-19, caring for sick family members, etc.) (Yes, were planning on it!). You will build your cooking skills in a safe and supportive environment, prepare and taste farm-fresh cuisine, and test fun and unique ways to cook healthy food for humanswhile learning about the nourishment needs of our animal neighbors and farm fields, too! Diversity & Equity. Our indoor spaces are unable to accommodate campers long-term, and with the increased threat of summer wildfire smoke in Western Washington, it is necessary to have an updated plan in place to ensure the safety of our campers and staff. Please let us know what your camper needs and/or make arrangements by emailing education@oxbow.org. Camper quote: This is the most creative farm. Go beyond the farm to learn the importance of local plants and animals, learning how to care for the land so it can support us all. By agreeing to the photo/video release, you grant permission for Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center to capture still or motion picture images of yourself/your child and/or audio recordings of you/your childs voice while participating in Oxbow programs or events for use on our website, promotional/marketing or outreach purposes, including but not limited to electronic or print materials, or print or broadcast media. Coupon Policy If your child is carrying an epi-pen for anaphylaxis, Benadryl, or other medications, please notify your group leader (and your child) about where that medication is kept. What bathroom facilities are available for my child to use? If your child has additional health concerns or sensitivities and must be withheld from camp, please let us know as soon as possible. You may be surprised at the difference it makes when kids see firsthand where their food comes from. FAQs. For an opportunity to explore Oxbow in an immersive, exclusive experience, schedule a Family Farm Adventure and join an Oxbow Educator on a fun, educational journey around the farm. Fun in the greatoutdoors, all day long, rain and shine! We will relax our safety policies only if regional health and safety milestones are met. Emergency Treatment/CPR Permission Medical Waiver

If your camper needs one-on-one support during camp, a trusted adult helper is invited to attend camp with your child at no additional cost. We will continue to implement our rigorous health and safety procedures and policies for the duration of our camp sessions. hroughout camp sessions, Oxbow Staff will consult the, for updates on air quality, as well as forecasts from the, Index (AQI) levels at our on-site air quality monitoring station (accessible on the. A group of exuberant nine- and ten-year olds might work together to plant, water, weed, or harvest a row of cabbage if their instructor wants to challenge them to cooperate. You can refer to theOxbow Summer Camp COVID Policiesdocument for our current procedures and policies. Our Summer Camp instructors, all CPR/First Aid certified, are trained in inquiry-based environmental education and in facilitating nature connections for children of all ages. If you have any feedback or concerns, please contact us at education@oxbow.org. Extra full change of clothes (shirt, pants/shorts, socks), each item labeled with campers name. Additionally, all summer camp staff receive training in early childhood development and emotional wellness to ensure that every camper receives the support they need. Being on a farm is an experience that we find softens kids supposed hatred of vegetables. Camp groups maintain a 10:1 camper-to-instructor ratio and are also joined by at least one support volunteer for the entire week. Photographs and video that represent our educational programs, events, and work help tell the story of Oxbows mission and introduce new participants to our programs. Summer Camp Payment Explore the tastiest seasonal treats on the farm while giving thanks to the unique plant parts and winged creatures that make it all possible. If your camper cant reach the hand gel dispenser, our instructors will help them out! (An additional $35 per registration will be retained if the camper is also enrolled in Seattle Cucinas after-camp cooking program). We will continue to implement our rigorous health and safety procedures and policies for the duration of our camp sessions. We have recently revised our immunization policy to reflect the Washington State public schools and childcare facilities policy on immunizations/vaccinations. (6) Measles (Rubeola); Discover just how sweet Oxbow summer camp can be! Oxbow Members:To receive your 10% Member Discount on your total Summer Camp registration cost, please ensure that you are signed in to your Oxbow account. Wear or pack weather-appropriate clothing for the forecast. A curious group of any age might take a silent walk through a field of cover crop, find a sit spot to observe nature and write in a journal, or make artwork with natural artifacts found on their hike. Oxbow is unable to offer refunds for a single or partial missed day. Discounts may not be combined. During the registration process, you will be asked to check a waiver box indicating that you have read, understand, and agree to the policies listed below.

Dates This demonstration farm allows our littlest farmers to experience hands-on cultivating and harvesting in a safe and accessible space. We do not have domestic farm animals at Oxbow, but our property is teeming with life! Take on the challenge to reduce food waste and recycle plant power through composting practices. Across all sessions, campers will experience: Ourone-acre Kids Farm and one-of-a-kind Living Playgroundare built, planted, and maintained with kids in mind.

Our Dig Deeper camp sessions for pre-teens will be limited to 20 campers each, supported by education program staff and volunteers. or call the Summer Camp Cell Phone at 425-419-6068. Extra full change of clothes (shirt, pants/shorts, socks), each item labeled with campers name. Why? Throughout camp sessions, Oxbow Staff will consult theWashington Department of Ecology websitefor updates on air quality, as well as forecasts from the NOAA & National Weather Service website. It is our goal to ensure camp families will not be financially impacted by canceled programs and will be supported if illness or any other unforeseen hardship is affecting your family. Our 1-acre certified organic Kids Farm is, is used exclusively byyou guessed itkids! While out on the hiking trails, campers may choose to take a nature moment if needed. Camper Grouping Requests To learn more, visit Family Farm Adventures. Additionally, all summer camp staff receive training in early childhood development and emotional wellness to ensure that every camper receives the support they need. Our staff will regularly monitor community COVID-19 activity and transmission rates, as well as local/regional health system readiness, and will implement policies and procedures that minimize the potential for exposure to Covid-19 for campers and staff, while preserving the integrity and value of the camp experience and activities. Sprouts, get ready to experiment with unique flavor combinations and collaborate with fellow young foodies to cook up delicious dishes with Oxbow staff and expert chefs. Campers are eligible for a full 100% refund for all summer camp programs if: After the camp session has begun, if an extreme unforeseen circumstance or hardship causes a camper to miss two or more days of camp, Oxbow will decide on a case by case basis whether to refund the per diem camp fee for missed days of camp. Campers are eligible for a full 100% refund for all summer camp programs if: SEE OUR COVID-19 HEALTH & SAFETY POLICIES HERE. We ask that parents support the effort to keep campers safe. Disclosure Acts of Mother Nature Camp Staff will address any safety-related concerns as they become apparent. Wednesday is a cut-off day, meaning if a campers behavior prompts the need for constant redirection, pulls staff resources/attention away from the group, or has created safety concerns for other campers or families, the camper will be sent home after Wednesday regardless of whether or not three warnings were issued on that day.

Through free-play and guided activities, you can learn new concepts, create secret codes, and search for different ways the ecosystem is related to YOU. Aside from vegetables, summer is high fruit season. You can refer to the. Cancellation made 14 days or less prior to the camp session starting date:Oxbow is unable to offer any refunds or credits. It is our belief that enforcement of the rigorous COVID-19 procedures will be less feasible with this age group and will result in an unrecognizable camp experience for these youngest campers. Families are adversely impacted by COVID-19 (job loss, illness or suspected exposure to COVID-19, caring for sick family members, etc.) Oxbow staff will ensure that parents are made aware of this possibility and are given adequate information and time to support their campers behavior improvement. As campers arrive, they will choose a morning activity and transition into the day. Hearing the soft flutter of hummingbird wings.

Safety Expectations >>June 21-25 Registration Learn the ins and outs of what it takes to grow flowers and food from seed, to harvest, to tummy. COVID-19 Health & Safety (UPDATED JAN 2022) Here are the answersto the questions we hear most frequently: Is Oxbow a real farm? Other entrances used in past years will be CLOSED and may be difficult to back out of; please do not use any other entrances. You can refer to the. The Kids Farm is adjacent to our Childrens Garden and Living Playground which includes tunnels to explore, a child-friendly tractor to climb on, raised garden beds, a working greenhouse, a picnicking area, and a small, shaded amphitheater, all devoted exclusively to our education programming. >>July 26-30 (Half-Day) Registration. Dates We appreciate your understanding! If Air Quality Index (AQI) levels at our on-site air quality monitoring station (accessible on the PurpleAir website, station ID: Oxbow Lake) reach 150 or above, or if our specific Snoqualmie Valley site conditions are deemed unsafe for staff and campers by the Director, we will reach out to all families, first via email then via phone call, by 8:00 AM to cancel camp for the day. Summer camp homepage: Your portal for all things summer camp. Health & First-Aid For kids 12 and older:We are about to launch a Beta Spring Break Camp for older, more focused environment enthusiasts. Find your special place and take on new challenges exploring the lesser-known corners of Oxbow.

We will run around, play, learn, make some crafts, and have lots of fun exploring the ins and outs of a real-life farm. We have even spotted elusive bobcats and black bears! Experience a unique outdoors summer in nature at Oxbow Farm & Conservation Centers Summer Camp. This information is confidential and will only be shared with our educational staff members. Why?