programs
WHERE YOUTH DISCOVER WHO THEY ARE
Camp Fire programming allows participants to explore their sparks, learn to make healthy choices, develop social skills, build new talents and have fun. Our goal is to provide youth with opportunities to cultivate their inner passions, skills and attributes (or “Sparks”) to stimulate Thriving - a forward, purposeful motion toward achieving one’s full potential.
While our programs and services meet the needs of today’s world, they retain the values of self-sufficiency, service, outdoor appreciation, leadership and character that have been the foundations of Camp Fire from the beginning.
In the face of the COVID-19, Camp Fire has suspended 2019-2020 After School Programs and 2020 Super Summer in the Park at Wildwood Park.
Super Summer at Kiwanis Park will take place while following CDC Guidelines.
For more information, please visit our Covid-19 Response Page.
AFTER SCHOOL CAMP
Grades K-5
Camp Fire programming allows participants to explore their sparks, learn to make healthy choices, develop social skills, build new talents and have fun. Our goal is to provide youth with opportunities to cultivate their inner passions, skills and attributes (or “Sparks”) to stimulate Thriving - a forward, purposeful motion toward achieving one’s full potential.
HELPFUL LINKS
SNACKS
Snacks are provided. Parents are to notify the office about any food allergies and/or needs. Camp Fire will attempt to accommodate specific dietary needs as much as possible.
STAFF TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
All Camp Fire Walla Walla After School Camp staff meet licensing standards set by the DCYF Division of Child Youth and Families. Each After School Camp staff member attends training that emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices for elementary school age children. Additionally, each Site Director must complete 30 hours of Washington State STARS training and 10 hours of continuing training annually.
DAILY ROUTINE
A typical day at Camp Fire Walla Walla’s After School Camp will include the following, though the activities may occur in a different order than what is listed here:
School Dismissal: Sign-in, group meeting/
2:55-3:30 p.m. Circle time
3:30-3:45 p.m. Group Games: Outside or Gym
3:45-4:15 p.m. Hand washing and snack
4:15-5:00 p.m. Homework/Reading/Tutor Time
5:00-5:30 p.m. Gym or outside play, Table Games/Coloring
5:30 p.m. Program Ends/Parent Pick Up
HOMEWORK POLICY
Camp Fire Walla Walla’s After School Camp provides time each day for homework. Staff members monitor this time and are available to help as needed; however, children are responsible for their own assignments. Children who do not have homework are expected to read or participate in quiet activities during this time.
WEATHER POLICY
If school is cancelled, or kids are sent home early due to poor weather conditions, program will NOT run. If there is a two hour delay, program will run as normal. For questions, please contact the Camp Fire office at 525-3180.
HALF DAY CAMPS
Grades K-5
LOCATION
Sharpstein Elementary
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation must be arranged by the parent/guardian.
SNACKS
Afternoon Snacks are provided.
TIMES
Begins when school is dismissed and ends at 5:30 PM
PRICE
$20/DAY
DATES
Days that WWPS has early dismissal.
Last revised: June 1, 2020
November 25, 2020
January 5, 2021
June 11, 2021
June 18, 2021
NON-SCHOOL DAY CAMPS
Grades K-5
LOCATION
Sharpstein Elementary
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation must be arranged by the parent/guardian.
LUNCH/SNACKS
Morning Snack, Lunch and Afternoon Snack are provided.
TIMES
Begins at 7:30 AM and ends at 5:30 PM.
PRICE
$35/DAY
DATES
Available for when Walla Walla Public Schools are closed due to staff professional days, parent conferences, breaks, etc.
Last revised: June 1, 2020
October 9, 2020
October 15, 2020
October 16 ,2020
December 21, 2020-January 1, 2021
January 11, 2021
January 15, 2021
April 5-9, 20201
May 31, 2021
SUMMER CAMPS
Entering Grades 1-6
1st, 2nd, 3rd Grade “TRAIL SEEKERS”
4th, 5th , 6th Grade “TORCH BEARERS”
All children must have a completed Summer Camp Registration Form prior to beginning camp. You can complete a registration form Online or in person at the Camp Fire office.
You MUST PRE-REGISTER & MAKE PAYMENT by the previous Friday to attend camp.
A Late Fee of $20 will apply if child is not registered by 5:00 pm the previous Friday.
Scholarships are available to those in need. For more information on scholarships, please click here
In the face of the COVID-19, Camp Fire has suspended Summer Camp at Wildwood Park for 2020.
Summer Camp located at Kiwanis Park will run as scheduled and will follow CDC Guidelines.
For more information, please visit our Covid-19 Response Page.
2020 WEEKLY THEMES - ALL CAMPS
WEEK 1 | July 6-10 Kid’s Cinema
WEEK 2 | July 13-17 Outdoor Cooking & Living Skills
WEEK 3 | July 20-24 Vacation Destinations
WEEK 4 | July 27-31 Zoology
WEEK 5 | August 3-7 Sports of all Sorts
WEEK 6 | August 10-14 Water Works
WEEK 7 | August 17-21 Camp Fire Spirit Week
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Camp is open to children entering first through sixth grades. Children must have completed kindergarten.
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Super Summer is open from 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Monday - Friday. Supervision of your children cannot be provided outside of our program hours.
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Rainy Days - signs will be posted if we are at Sharpstein Elementary School. Make sure to give us a call or email us in advance with questions regarding location.
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Morning snack, lunch and afternoon snack will be provided each day. Check the Camp bulletin board for menu information. You can send your child with their own snacks and lunch if desired. Please DO NOT send anything with nuts, including peanut butter.
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Super Summer in the Park is primarily an outdoor program. To help keep your children safe and comfortable, have them come to the park with appropriate clothing and items.
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Sunscreen - Remember to apply generously to your child each morning. You can also send sunscreen with your child to apply throughout the day.
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Water bottle - Send a water bottle with your child's name written on it in permanent marker.
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Shoes - Closed-toe shoes are preferred at the park. Sandals are okay, but please no flip flops.
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Bathing Suit - Send a bathing suit with your child EVERY DAY. Campers will have water play throughout the week, as well as go swimming on Tuesdays.
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Towel - Remember to include a towel for swimming or water play.
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Water Shoes - Water shoes are a good option for water play. They are great for protecting your child from sharp objects on the ground.
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Please mark all of your child's belongings with their first and last name!
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Please leave all toys and games at home! Camp Fire is not responsible for campers personal items.
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A weekly schedule can be found on the camp bulletin board. We encourage parents to view the schedule and be familiar with the planned weekly activities. If we are not at the park, please check the door on the shelter to find out where we are located. We will always post a sign to let you know our current location and include our cell phone numbers.
IMPORTANT SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
our promise
Young people want to shape the world.
Camp Fire provides the opportunity to find their spark, lift their voice, and discover who they are.
In Camp Fire, it begins now.
