Camp · Language/Cultural · Ages 6–18 · $150/week
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▌ Language/Cultural · Ages 6–18

Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp

Cully · $150/week

NAYA's Summer Camp in Portland, Oregon, offers culturally-rich day camp experiences for Native American youth, focusing on identity, community, and tradition...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL, nayapdx.org/services/youth-services/, loads successfully and details the youth services offered by the Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA), including summer camp information. NAYA is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the diverse strengths of Native American youth and families. The summer camp is described as a day camp program, offering culturally-based activities and opportunities for youth to connect with their heritage and community. While specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit mentions of background checks for staff were not found on the provided page, the organization's overall mission and extensive community involvement suggest a commitment to youth well-being. NAYA has a strong online presence, with an Instagram handle @nayapdx and a Facebook page 'NAYAPDX'. Google reviews for 'Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA)' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 159 reviews, indicating a highly regarded organization within the community. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory, and no state license number for a camp was found on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–18

Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. language/cultural programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Language/Cultural
  • Ages: 6–18
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 5135 NE Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97218, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. NAYA is a community-based organization; costs are kept low and financial aid is central to their mission.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp

What ages does Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp accept?
Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp is open to children ages 6–18. 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 Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp cost?
Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp publishes $150/week for the standard session. USD. NAYA is a community-based organization; costs are kept low and financial aid is central to their mission. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp's hours?
Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp runs 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp?
Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp provide lunch?
Native American Youth and Family Center (NAYA) - Summer Camp 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.

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