Summer Celebration is Waskowitz's week long overnight camp where camper's aged 5th-8th grade get to play, build new friendships, and make lasting memories in beautiful North Bend, Washington. Camp is situated on the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River and has over 300 acres to explore. 

Students have the option of choosing between different "Pathways" that will guide their focus throughout out the week. They will spend a few hours a day with their pathway groups, but there is plenty of time for fun camp games, cabin time, other activities. 

The Pathway options for summer 2022 - Coming soon

This summer we will be taking all necessary precautions to keep campers and staff safe during their stay at Waskowitz. Because of this, some of our traditional programming and routines will need to be adjusted. The staff is already working hard to make sure that these adjustments enhance the program and still provide your camper a magical week in the Waskowitz woods. We will be following the Department of Health guidelines to plan all camp programs.

This will include age appropriate cohorts of 16 campers and staff. Pathways, meal programs, and evening programs will still be happening and organized to maintain 6 feet social distancing. Cabins will have beds spread out and campers sleeping head to toe to maximize distance while sleeping. Waskowitz has made site specific requirements for all groups on site. Here are our summer guidelines!

Waskowitz Summer Celebration provides a repurposed educational adventure, developing skills to strengthen student relationships with nature, people, and themselves.

Waskowitz Summer Celebration is an avenue for middle school students to take control of their own pathway to success by being a culturally responsive, results focused, active member of their schools and communities.

Values Taught: Exploration, Integrity, Courage, Critical Thinking, Relationship Building

Tiers are designed to offset costs for families. You do not need to "qualify" for any tier. It is designed to be a pay what you can system. The tier 1 price covers the cost for a camper and the 2nd and 3rd tiers help provide financial support (and scholarships) for other campers. The experience for your child is the same regardless of your payment, and the only people that know what you paid are office staff.

This summer's tier pricing per camper is as follows:

• Tier 1: $395
• Tier 2: $450
• Tier 3: $495

Families who are interested in donating additional money can go to the Waskowitz Foundation donation page.  All funds will go towards scholarships for other campers. 

To register your camper please print out or have on hand the registration instructions to help you navigate registration.  Your online account will allow you to enter your camper's information as well as enter your payment.  Please make sure to register your camper in the appropriate age group.  For this summer we are required to cap groups to maintain cohort sizes per state guidelines.

You can pay by credit or debit card by visiting our online payment system. 

We get it, Summer plans change!

If you need a reimbursement because your camper can no longer attend camp, please email Kristie Cleaver.  Reimbursements are subject to a $30 Administration fee.  No exceptions.  You will receive a check in the mail once your reimbursement is issued.  This will take roughly two weeks. 

We are sorry that your specific cohort is full at this time.  We have created a waitlist and will reach out to families when/if space becomes available.  Please fill out your information on the waitlist form to be considered.  Waitlist will be on a first come first serve basis.  If you have questions please email kristie.cleaver@highlineschools.org

This form is to be filled out by a PARENT/GUARDIAN for a camper registration for scholarship to Summer Celebration at Waskowitz held August 14-19, 2022. Families must fill out a scholarship application and be notified of awarded amount from the Waskowitz Foundation prior to registering their camper(s). Scholarships awarded will require families to pay a partial fee of $195 per camper. If you would like to apply for a partial scholarship for your camper to join summer celebration 2022, please fill out our scholarship request form

Important Scholarship Dates:
**May 9th Scholarship Applications Due
**May 20th Recipients are notified
**May 23rd Scholarship Registration is open and families are able to register
**June 3rd Registration for Scholarship Families Closes

Historic Camp Waskowitz is located on 372 acres, in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, four miles east of North Bend. Campers are to be dropped off by guardians between 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 15th, and picked up again on Friday, August 20th, before 1:00 p.m.

45505 SE 150th St                   
North Bend, WA 98045

Main camp is located on 30 acres of beautiful Pacific Northwest forest, surrounded by 300 additional acres open to all sorts of nature experiences. Campers will call one of our fourteen heated cabins, complete with beds, cubbies, and lavatories, their home away from home for the week. Waskowitz is home to an additional six heated buildings, WSU 4-H challenge course, cookout spaces, a number of additional covered spaces, and a recreation field with volleyball court.

This summer, all meals will be served outside.  We have several covered shelters and are making improvements to accommodate campers onsite! Vegetarian options are available at each meal. Dietary accommodations will be made upon request, for individuals in need, including allergies.

Mr. Johnny Gannaw, the Assistant Director for Waskowitz Outdoor School, leads a team including Waskowitz leadership staff and outdoor educators. Cabin leaders include previous outdoor school staff and leaders. All staff members have gone through numerous trainings to ensure that your camper has the best summer ever!

Be Sure to Bring: Bedding (sleeping bag and a pillow), Close toed shoes, Shower supplies, Toothpaste & toothbrush, Swim suit, Clothing for five days (active gear, sleep wear, and warm clothes), Water bottle

Optional items: Camera, Flashlight, Small backpack

Please do not bring: Electronics, Phones, Food or Gum

Is your child taking any medications? If yes, please fill out and print the medical authorization form and bring it to drop off on the first day. Campers are required to have this form if they are bringing medications to Camp. 

Medical Authorization Form 

Summer Celebration CIT program. Campers who are under the age of 16 by August 14^th and entering the 9^th grade are eligible to apply for the Summer Celebration Counselor In Training program. This program will provide an elevated camp experience for campers. This will be partnered with leadership development skills for entering high school. We invite eligible families to apply for this experience, once selected, the cost for the program is $400 per CIT. Applications will be available by mid March, with the selection process happening in April. If you would like to add your eligible child to our CIT info list, please fill out this interest form. Once we have applications available, we will contact all eligible families as well as post applications on our website.

Leader Program - We are excited to share that we are continuing the tradition of the high school leader program at Waskowitz in our Summer Celebration. Being in our 6^th year, we figured it was time to give former camper, friends, and strong high school students the chance to apply to be a cabin leader. This summer anyone over the age of 16 (by August 14^th) can apply to be a cabin leader. We encourage all interested people to apply. We will be screening and interviewing applicants in mid April-early May. Continue checking out our website for more information and updates.