Course Catalog and FAQ

List of 9 frequently asked questions.

• Q. What is the daily schedule?

  Camp runs from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

  • Before Care (Breakfast S’mores)*: 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
  • After Care (S’more Fun)*: 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.

  *Available for an additional fee.
  
  

  Adventure & Adventure Explorers stay with the same group all week.

  
  Innovation Camp runs from 8:30-3:30. Campers pick 2 classes to create a full-day experience.
   

  AM Session: 8:30-11:30 a.m.

  Lunch: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

  PM Session: 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m

   

  Campers entering grades 5-7 may attend for a half day.
  
  

  What time is drop-off and pick-up?
  Drop-off: 8:00–8:30
  Pick-up: 3:30–3:45

• Q. What should my child bring with them each day?

  • Lunch (if not ordering lunch that day) and two snacks (ready-to-eat; no microwaves or refrigeration available)
  • A filled water bottle
  • Comfortable clothes and closed-toe shoes
  • Sunscreen that your student can apply themselves, and a hat for outdoor play
  • Optional: small backpack for personal items
  • Any required medications (see medications FAQ)

  Please label all belongings with your child’s full name.

• Q. What are the Adventure Camp Groups?

  Adventure Campers are placed in grade level groups for the week. When you sign up you can choose any of the open groups. If you want to be with a friend please make sure to coordinate with each other on which group you would like them to be in.
  
  Kindergarten
  Acorns
  Cubs 
  Sprouts
  
  1st Grade
  Pathfinders
  Rangers
  
  2nd Grade
  Explorers 
  Outriders
  
  3rd Grade
  Summits
  
  4th Grade
  Frontiers
  
  5th-7th Grade
  Trekkers
  

• Q. How are groups supervised?

  Safety and connection are at the heart of our program.

  Each Adventure group maintains low staff-to-camper ratios, led by trained counselors and specialist teachers in art, movement, STEM, and nature.

  Innovation programs are led by trained teachers knowledgeable in their program field.

  All staff participate in a full Staff Training Week focused on safety, SEL, behavior support, camp procedures, and how to create joyful and inclusive camp communities.

• Q. Do you have a lunch program?

  Yes, starting this summer, we will be partnering with a vendor to provide lunches for families who wish to sign up. This will be an additional cost, and you will be able to sign up for the days you wish closer to the start of the program. More details to come.
  
  Alternatively, you can pack your child(ren) a lunch. We will not have the capacity to heat any food at lunch time.
  
  We also have a snack period in the morning and afternoon, so please pack two snacks even if you are signing up to have a lunch delivered. 

• Q. Is there a transportation option?

  Yes! Starting this year, we will be offering 2 limited bus routes in Bellevue and Issaquah.
  
  Bellevue
  AM Pick Up - 8:00 AM - Downtown Park
  PM Drop Off - 4:00 PM - Downtown Park
  Evening Drop Off - 5:45 PM - Downtown Park
  
  Issaquah
  AM Pick Up - 8:00 AM - Dick's Sporting Goods (Issquah Highlands)
  PM Drop Off - 4:00 PM - Dick's Sporting Goods 
  Evening Drop Off - 5:45 PM - Dick's Sporting Goods
  
  Transportation costs $60 per week for AM, PM, or Evening, and $120 per week for AM and PM, or AM and Evening.

• Q. How do I manage medications?

  Complete the medication authorization form and return it via email (summer@ows.org) or have your doctor’s office fax it to us at 425-562-4035.
  
  

  Place all medications in a labelled Ziploc bag and drop them off either:
  
  - The week before your child's program begins, or
  - With a staff member on the first day of their program
  
  All medications are stored in the school health office and managed by our nurse. Campers may not self-carry unless pre-approved.

• Q. What is the protocol if my child becomes ill or is injured during camp?

  We have an on-site nurse who handles any injuries and illnesses that may occur during the program. They will assess your child and contact you if anything happens during their time with us. They will also share the return to program policy for the particular case.

• Q. Do you accommodate allergies or other needs?

  Yes. There is a section during registration where you can share any relevant information.
  
  We work closely with families to support allergies, dietary restrictions, and other individual needs whenever possible. Please contact our Program Director at summer@ows.org to chat more.