River Rats: River Boats & Huck Finn Fishing Portland, Oregon
Not a sound anywheres – perfectly still – just like the whole world was asleep, only sometimes the bullfrogs a-cluttering, maybe. -The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, Mark Twain
River Life
Life on the river is simple, sometimes tough and definitely full of adventure. In this camp the Trackers Mariners Guild takes you on a journey navigating currents and the lazy ebb of the Great River. We delve into the stories of Mark Twain and other tales. We visit the falls of Oregon City and learn about the fascinating old timey history of the Willamette River. We meet local Portland Pirates who may no longer board and raid ships but they do awesome pirate things such as speak pirate English fluently and play fabulous pirate games.
The Portland Steamer
This camps features a tour of the paddle wheel propelled “Portland Steamer Tugboat". The last steam-powered, sternwheel tugboat to be built in the United States, this vessel also serves as the Oregon Maritime Museum.
Raftin', Fishin' and Campfire Cookin'
We build a simple raft and try out other river going vessels, including the Trackers canoes. We also make Huck Finn style poles and do plenty of lazy fishin' for all manner of watery beasts that we fry, roast and eat then and there over our campfire. And if you don't love fish, we also will cook up some fine flapjacks on the friddle and biscuits in the dutch oven.
So join us for the ultimate Mark Twain, Halley's comet, Huck Finn, turn of the century, River Pirate adventure!
Payment Plans
For families who need it, we can offer flexible payment plans. Contact Molly to learn more. A non-refundable deposit is always required to reserve your space.
River Rats: River Boats & Huck Finn Fishing
Details
7:30am - 8:30am FREE Morning Pre-Camp
8:30am - 3:30pm Camp Session
3:30pm - 6:00pm Pre-registered After Camp Get extended camp to 6pm
Location 5040 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, Oregon Map It
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Ages 6
August 13-17, 2012
Tuition $295
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Ages 7-8
August 13-17, 2012
Tuition $295
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Camp Full |
Ages 9-10
August 13-17, 2012
Tuition $295
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Ages 6 River Rats: Huck Finn, Fishin' & other Tales of the River includes
• mobile camp around Portland Greenspaces and Beyond
• help build a simple rafts and experience other water craft such as the Trackers canoes
• fish with home made fishin' poles
• cook and eat em' over a campfire, along with biscuits and flapjacks
• stories from Mark Twain
• visit historic landmarks of the Willamette river life of the old west and turn of the century
• tour the paddle wheel propelled “Portland Steamer Tugboat" at the seawall in downtown Portland
• meet ol' elder river pi-rats
• visit Willamette falls
• play and shoot marbles
• track otters, beaver and raccoon
Ages 7-8 River Rats: Huck Finn, Fishin' & other Tales of the River includes
• mobile camp around Portland Greenspaces and Beyond
• help build a simple rafts and experience other water craft such as the Trackers canoes
• fish with home made fishin' poles
• cook and eat em' over a campfire, along with biscuits and flapjacks
• stories from Mark Twain
• visit historic landmarks of the Willamette river life of the old west and turn of the century
• tour the paddle wheel propelled “Portland Steamer Tugboat" at the seawall in downtown Portland
• meet ol' elder river pi-rats
• visit Willamette falls
• play and shoot marbles
• track otters, beaver and raccoon
Ages 9-10 River Rats: Huck Finn, Fishin' & other Tales of the River includes
• mobile camp around Portland Greenspaces and Beyond
• help build a simple rafts and experience other water craft such as the Trackers canoes
• fish with home made fishin' poles
• cook and eat em' over a campfire, along with biscuits and flapjacks
• stories from Mark Twain
• visit historic landmarks of the Willamette river life of the old west and turn of the century
• tour the paddle wheel propelled “Portland Steamer Tugboat" at the seawall in downtown Portland
• meet ol' elder river pi-rats
• visit Willamette falls
• play and shoot marbles
• track otters, beaver and raccoon
