Camp · Community/Rec Center · Ages 8–11 · $289/week
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The PAC Aug 3 - 7

The Pavilion · $289/week

The PAC Summer Camp, offered by Bend Park and Recreation District, provides themed weekly day camp experiences for children in Bend, Oregon, focusing on acti...

▌ Editor's read The PAC Summer Camp is a day camp program offered by the Bend Park and Recreation District in Bend, Oregon. The website (bendparksandrec.org) loads successfully and provides detailed information about the camp, including weekly themes like 'Wacky Water Week' and 'Super Sports Week.' The camp is designed for children entering grades 1-5, with specific age groups for activities. The Bend Park and Recreation District website states that all staff undergo background checks, indicating a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited, being a municipal program suggests adherence to local government standards. Google reviews for 'Bend Park and Recreation District' show a strong 4.7-star rating from over 1,000 reviews, with many praising the variety of programs and well-maintained facilities. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@bendparksandrec) and Facebook (bendparksandrec) with frequent updates on district activities.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–11

The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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

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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 Aug 3 - 7

What ages does The PAC Aug 3 - 7 accept?
The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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 Aug 3 - 7 cost?
The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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 Aug 3 - 7's hours?
The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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 Aug 3 - 7?
The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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 Aug 3 - 7 provide lunch?
The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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 Aug 3 - 7 compare to other community/rec center camps in Bend?
The PAC Aug 3 - 7 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.

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