Camp CREATE Offerings
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Camp CREATE, which stands for Creatively Redefining Education through Adventurous Teaching Experiences, has been a cherished summer program in Central Oregon for a decade. Built on a strong foundation of STEM, robotics, art, and nature, our camps inspire hands-on exploration, critical thinking, and creativity for rising Kindergarten-9th grade. We are proud to celebrate 10 years with our Central Oregon families!
This year, we are proud to be Central Oregon’s premier Scottish Storyline Method camp, bringing an imaginative and collaborative approach to our already exceptional programming. The Scottish Storyline Method enhances our foundation by weaving storytelling and creativity into each camp theme, allowing campers to deeply engage with the subject matter through interactive narratives, dynamic projects, and teamwork.
Our six main weeks of Camp CREATE feature exciting weekly themes, field trips to local destinations, guest educators, and immersive experiences that spark curiosity and foster growth. We also offer a sports camp and two weeks of Paul Snape’s highly popular STEM-focused camps, ensuring there’s something for every child to explore and enjoy.
At Camp CREATE, we are redefining summer learning, combining adventure, imagination, and discovery to create a program that campers return to year after year. Join us and experience why we are the premier destination for creative, hands-on learning in Central Oregon.
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Camp CREATE Spring Break 2026
March 23 - March 27
For K-5th graders
Join us for High Desert Wild! Uncover the secrets of our local wilderness in this immersive tracking and observation camp. Campers will learn to read the landscape by studying animal tracks and monitoring trail cameras both at home and abroad. This week features an exciting field trip to the Sunriver Nature Center to explore animal habitats firsthand. Through daily outdoor activities and the creation of personalized nature journals, students will document the rugged beauty of the high desert and the wildlife that calls it home. Students will express their new found knowledge through daily art projects and group activities.
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Camp CREATE Summer 2026 Offerings
June 22 - June 25 Cascades Academy Soccer Camp, 8am-12pm Mon-Thurs
For 4-8th graders
Hit the pitch with Head Coach, Andy Benish for a high energy week of soccer! Designed for players in grades 4th-8th, this camp focuses on fundamental ball control, tactical concepts, and small-sided games in a supportive environment. Whether your athlete is new to the sport or looking to sharpen their competitive edge, they'll build confidence and teamwork through active, engaging mornings.
July 13 - July 17 Wild & Well Rooted
For K-5th graders
Explore the connection between the forest floor and the Urban Jungle. In this creative, nature-focused week. Campers will dive into our local ecosystem through hands on outdoor activities and field trips. In visiting plant-based businesses, we will see how nature fuels not only our ecosystem but also our local commerce By observing native flora and documenting their findings in nature journals, students will discover what it means to be truly well rooted in both the wilderness and our local environment.
July 20 - 24 It's All Ancient Greek to Me: A Mythic Drama Camp
For K-5th graders
Step into a world of wonder where history meets the stage! Under the expert leadership of Erin Maxon, bio here, young explorers will bring the magic of Ancient Greece to life through creative play and storytelling. In this supportive, high-energy environment, campers will dive into the education of classical myths to write original plays and design their own "Olympian" costumes. From friendly gods to brave heroes, it is a week of legendary world-building that culminates in a mythic performance for family and friends at the end of the week.
July 27- 31 The Big Shot Club: Photography Intensive Featuring Artist Fawn DeViney
For K-5th graders
Fuel your child's passion for photography this week as students step into the world of professional artistry with renowned photographer Fawn Deviney. From mastering the "perfect light" to enjoying a professional portrait session, campers will gain the tools and confidence to turn everyday moments into gallery-worthy masterpieces. The experience culminates in a Friday art show where your young creators debut their curated work for family and friends. It’s more than just a camp—it’s their first step toward becoming a true visual storytellers.
August 3-7 Arcade Architects
For K-5th graders
Campers will jump into the shoes of a master maker with Arcade Architects, where we transform ordinary cardboard into extraordinary, playable masterpieces inspired by Caine’s Arcade. Campers will use engineering and imagination to design their own games, ticket dispensers, and prizes from the ground up. The week culminates in a spectacular Cardboard Carnival where every "Architect" gets to share their creation and play for the win!
August 10-14 The Wizards of Camp CREATE Place
For K-5th graders
Ignite your child’s imagination at Wizard camp, where young mages master the "science" of sorcery through hands-on alchemy and wand-crafting. Campers embark on mythical quests that blend creative storytelling with clever problem-solving to unlock their inner magic. It’s a captivating week of wonder designed to turn every participant's wildest dreams into a reality.
August 17 - 21 Where the Wild Things Are: Think Wild/Camp CREATE Collaboration
For K-5th graders
Think Wild and Camp CREATE are teaming up for an exciting week of tactile learning about Central Oregon Wildlife and the diverse habitats they call home. Each day features a new wildlife theme where students will explore everything from busy beavers and unique adaptations of birds to the world of wildlife rehabilitation and beyond. Along the way, Campers will investigate local ecosystems and learn how the natural systems of Central Oregon support the species that live here. Get ready for a dynamic, week-long experience designed to spark curiosity, build connection and inspire the next generation of wildlife stewards!
Camp CREATE STEAM Camps Summer 2026
These camps will be open to rising 3rd-5th graders and 6th-9th graders respectively (5th graders may be accepted with prior experience & instructor approval) and will be run by Cascades Academy's science & robotics teacher and the school's Mystic Biscuit Robotics Team as a fundraiser for their program! Students who have attended our camps before will have opportunities to refine their skills and tackle new and more advanced projects.
July 20-24 Mystic Biscuit Girls Science & Engineering Camp
For 3-5th graders
In this beginner/intermediate all-girls and gender diverse week-long camp, students will explore the concepts in science, technology, engineering & art through hands-on activities. Campers will create, build, test and iterate designs using technology to bring their designs into reality. We will tackle engineering and design challenges; build and program robots; and learn how to use a variety of tools to accomplish our goals including a laser cutter and 3D printers.
July 20-24 Mystic Biscuit Computer-Aided Design & Manufacturing Course (A)
For 6-9th Graders (or entering 5th with special permission)
In this week-long camp, students will learn the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using OnShape, a professional cloud-based modeling platform. They will learn how to create and modify 3D parts while experimenting with different design workflows. Students will learn how to manufacture and produce their parts on 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC routers. The class will emphasize the full design-to-production process, allowing students to experience how digital models become physical products. Students will start replicating and deisging simple parts and will build more complex assemblies such as motorized car and motor-driven wiffle ball shooter assembly.
July 27-31 Mystic Biscuit Youth Science & Engineering Camp
For 3-5th graders
In this beginner/intermediate week-long camp, students will explore concepts in science, technology, engineering and art through hands-on activities. Campers will create, build, test and iterate designs and use technology to bring their designs into reality. We will tackle engineering and design challenges; build and program robots; and learn how to use a variety of tools to accomplish our goals including a laser cutter and 3D printers.
July 27-31 Mystic Biscuit Computer-Aided Design & Manufacturing Course (B)
For 6-9th Graders (or entering 5th with special permission)
In this week-long camp, students will learn the fundamentals of Computer-Aided Design (CAD) using OnShape, a professional cloud-based modeling platform. They will learn how to create and modify 3D parts while experimenting with different design workflows. Students will learn how to manufacture and produce their parts on 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC routers. The class will emphasize the full design-to-production process, allowing students to experience how digital models become physical products. Students will start replicating and deisging simple parts and will build more complex assemblies such as motorized car and motor-driven wiffle ball shooter assembly.