The PAC July 27 - 31
The PAC Summer Camp, offered by Bend Parks and Recreation, provides a variety of themed weekly day camp experiences for children in Bend, Oregon.
▌ Editor's read The PAC Summer Camp is a day camp program offered by Bend Parks and Recreation in Bend, Oregon. The website loads successfully and provides detailed information about the camp, including weekly themes, registration, and safety protocols. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. As a program of a municipal parks and recreation department, it is likely subject to local and state regulations, though a specific license number is not provided on the camp page. The website explicitly states that "All staff are background checked and trained in CPR/First Aid." The program is designed for children entering 1st through 6th grade, with activities varying by weekly theme. Google reviews for 'Bend Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 300+ reviews, indicating general public satisfaction with the organization. Social media handles for Bend Parks and Recreation are @bendparksandrec on Instagram and 'bendparksandrec' on Facebook, where they actively post updates and photos.
Who thrives here Ages 8–11
The PAC July 27 - 31 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right community/rec center fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Community/Rec Center
- Ages: 8–11
- Hours: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
- Address: 1001 SW Bradbury Way, Bend, OR 97702
- Cost notes: ID: $289.00/ OD: $346.80
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about The PAC July 27 - 31
- What ages does The PAC July 27 - 31 accept?
- The PAC July 27 - 31 is open to children ages 8–11. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
- How much does The PAC July 27 - 31 cost?
- The PAC July 27 - 31 publishes $289/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are The PAC July 27 - 31's hours?
- The PAC July 27 - 31 runs 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs The PAC July 27 - 31?
- The PAC July 27 - 31 is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does The PAC July 27 - 31 provide lunch?
- The PAC July 27 - 31 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
- How does The PAC July 27 - 31 compare to other community/rec center camps in Bend?
- The PAC July 27 - 31 is one of 12 community/rec center camps in Bend that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.
Planning guides
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- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
Camps near here
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- Miller Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark · Miller Elementary · Ages 5–12
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