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Youth Activities

NCRD Youth Programs offer affordable indoor and outdoor opportunities for the children of North Tillamook County to learn and grow in a safe environment.

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Youth Programs

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Youth Sports

We offer Futsal, Basketball, Baseball/T-Ball, Summer Soccer, and Fall Soccer. For practices and games we use the Neah-Kah-Nie School District gyms & fields, as well as the NCRD Gym and Rex Champ Field.

Sports & Registration

Camps

It’s an honor to provide affordable summer Camps for the children in our community. In our school district, 60% of families qualify for free or reduced price meals, each program and camp offered from our Youth Center provides morning and afternoon snacks and lunches. NCRD Staff pick up pre-packed lunches from Grub Club daily.
Register at the NCRD Welcome Center. As our camps have limits on the number of participants, registration is on a “first come, first served” basis.

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Children in the woods posing for a portrait with the Youth Program at North County Recreation District in Nehalem, Oregon
Children visiting an aquarium with the Youth Program at North County Recreation District in Nehalem, Oregon

Field Trips

Every summer we provide a series of 8 summer field trips. The wonderful destinations provide tangible experiences where the children have the opportunity to explore nature, history, and the beauty of our states.

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Youth Center & Play Care

Our Youth Center opened as a Teen Center 20 years ago. The center has experienced many changes throughout the years, and now serves school-aged children.
We offer several After-School & Summer Programs.

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Children reading at the Youth Program at North County Recreation District in Nehalem, Oregon
Children swimming at North County Recreation District in Nehalem, Oregon

Summer Open Swim

Summer Play Care attendees have the option to attend open swim every day at no additional cost. Forest to Sea camp attendees and Cooking & Gardening camp attendees have the option to attend open swim every day at no additional cost.
Swimming is not included in the cost of Art Camp.

Learn more about Aquatics programs

Special Events For Kids

Please continue to check back for upcoming special events for kids.

Children on a walk with the Youth Program at North County Recreation District in Nehalem, Oregon

Field Trips

Every summer we provide a series of 8 summer field trips. The wonderful destinations provide tangible experiences where the children have the opportunity to explore nature, history, and the beauty of our states.
Note: When the series of field trips begin, the Youth Room will be closed on Wednesdays as the children and Youth Center team will be out of the building.

FIELD TRIPS - Lunches are provided by Munch a Lunch. Please note that the free provided lunches are unable to accommodate special dietary restrictions/allergies as they are packaged offsite. Children with specific dietary restrictions and/or allergies should bring their own lunches and snacks.

All field trips are tentative and can change at anytime. Registration is now OPEN!


7/3 - Astoria Maritime Museum & Column - FULL
7/10 - Short Sands beach
7/17 - Tillamook Air Museum & Barview Sandhill - FULL
7/24 - Tillamook Forest Center
7/31 - Tillamook Pioneer Museum & Tillamook Creamery - FULL
8/7 - Oregon Zoo
8/14 - Cape Mears Lighthouse & Whiskey Creek Fish Hatchery
8/21 - OMSI - Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

Children should dress for the weather and bring a backpack with a water bottle, sunscreen, and close toed shoes on field trips.

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Camps

Our Youth Camps are supported by the MuddNick Foundation, Eugene Schmuck Foundation, Tillamook Kiwanis Club, Grub Club, and private donors.
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
*These are tentative dates and could change at any time.*
Forest to Sea Camp Week 1 June 17-21, 2024 - THIS CAMP IS FULL *WAITLIST AVAILABLE
Forest to Sea Camp Week 2 June 24-28, 2024 - THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL *WAITLIST AVAILABLE
Art Camp Week 1 July 8-12, 2024 - THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL *WAITLIST AVAILABLE
Missoula Childrens Theatre August 12-17, 2024 THIS CAMP IS FULL *WAITLIST AVAILABLE
Art Camp Week 2 August 19-23, 2024 2024 - THIS CAMP IS FULL *WAITLIST AVAILABLE

Forest to Sea Camp #1

When this event is happening

June 17, 2024

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June 17-21 2024: Forest to the Sea Camp gives children the opportunity to learn about the connections between people and the natural world, nature’s beauty and importance. The camp is directed by Peter Walczak who is an award-winning retired science teacher. Throughout the week the children will be finding and studying local marine and forest wildlife. With daily field trips to nearby rivers, bay, and ocean. It is our hope that what they learn in camp will stay with them and help them develop into good stewards of our planet. Each camp has 15 available spots for children 2nd-5th grade, and due to this camp’s popularity it always has a waitlist. To register email kileyk@ncrdnehalem.org

Forest to Sea Camp #2

When this event is happening

June 24, 2024

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June 24-28 2024: Forest to the Sea Camp gives children the opportunity to learn about the connections between people and the natural world, nature’s beauty and importance. The camp is directed by Peter Walczak who is an award-winning retired science teacher. Throughout the week the children will be finding and studying local marine and forest wildlife. With daily field trips to nearby rivers, bay, and ocean. It is our hope that what they learn in camp will stay with them and help them develop into good stewards of our planet. Each camp has 15 available spots for children 2nd-5th grade, and due to this camp’s popularity it always has a waitlist. To register email kileyk@ncrdnehalem.org

Summer Art Camp 1

When this event is happening

July 8, 2024

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July 8-12, 2024 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the NCRD Kitchen/Gallery | $10 for Kiddos going into Grades 1-5 | Instruction | Free Art Supplies | Free Lunch. This camp is for FULL TIME residents of North Tillamook County only. If your child is NOT A FULL TIME resident, they will be wait-listed and you will be notified if a space becomes available. Sign up is for one camp week per child. Your child's completed forms will secure a spot either in the camp or on the wait list. Art Camp enrollment fills on a first come first served basis. If there are any cancellations, children on the wait list will be selected in order of returned forms. You will be contacted by email to let you know your child's enrollment status. For more information please email Kileyk@ncrdnehalem.org

Missoula Theatre Camp- Hercules

When this event is happening

August 12, 2024

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August 12-17, 2024 This camp is offered to FULL TIME STUDENTS currently enrolled within the Neah-Kah-Nie School District. A one-week rehearsal process for an original MCT musical culminating in performances. Camp is Monday–Saturday, 10:00 AM to 2:30 PM with performances on Friday at 7:00PM and Saturday at 2:00 PM. Children participate in an audition, are cast in a role, and perform in the show. To register email kileyk@ncrdnehalem.org

Summer Art Camp 2

When this event is happening

August 19, 2024

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August 19-23, 2024, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm in the NCRD Kitchen/Gallery | $10 for Kiddos going into Grades 1-5 |Instruction | Free Art Supplies | Free Lunch. This camp is for FULL TIME residents of North Tillamook County only. If your child is NOT A FULL TIME resident, they will be wait-listed and you will be notified if a space becomes available. Sign up is for one camp week per child. Your child's completed forms will secure a spot either in the camp or on the wait list. Art Camp enrollment fills on a first come first served basis. If there are any cancellations, children on the wait list will be selected in order of returned forms. You will be contacted by email to let you know your child's enrollment status. For more information please email Kileyk@ncrdnehalem.org

Youth Center Staff

Angie Terry - Youth Director

Angie Terry - Youth Director

Hello Oregon, my name is Angela (Angie) Terry, I moved here from Minnesota last September and was lucky enough to join the NCRD team right away as a youth assistant. I have worked with youth for many years as a Daycare Assistant, Para, Coach, and as a volunteer in the classroom as a teacher would need assistance. Moving here with me are my 3 children who are active in extracurricular activities as well as sports which keeps me in touch and up to date with the community and happenings in the area. I enjoy being outdoors with my family, crafting, and traveling in my off time. I look forward to the challenge of bringing youth, sports, and community together after being closed in from covid for so long.

Dalia Quintana

Dalia Quintana

My name is Dalia Quintana, and being a part of the After School Care Program team as a youth assistant for the past year has been wonderful! A bit about me: I’ve grown up in this community. I'm a recent graduate from Neah-Kah-Nie High School, and am now continuing my education at Tillamook Bay Community College. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors and quality time with my family!

Janice Lowry

Janice Lowry

I was born and raised in Portland. After graduating High School I attended from Mt. Hood Community College. I have had the pleasure of raising four children. I Moved to Bay City, three years ago and live with my daughter. We have three cats, two chickens and a dog which I enjoy spending time with. I am on two bowling leagues. I retired from Safeway two years ago after working there for 15 years.

Megan Neahring

Megan Neahring

Biography coming soon.

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