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The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club)

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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 details on weekly themed camps for children, including activities like games, crafts, and field trips. The camp is not accredited by the ACA. As a municipal program, it is operated by the Bend Parks and Recreation District, which is a public entity. The website states that 'All staff are background checked and drug tested,' indicating a commitment to safety. Google reviews for 'Bend Parks and Recreation' show a rating of 4.6 stars from 776 reviews, reflecting general public satisfaction with the organization. The camp offers a variety of themes each week, such as 'Superheroes' and 'Under the Sea,' catering to diverse interests.
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Who thrives here Ages 8–11

The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) 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: Varies by session. In-district and out-of-district pricing available. Financial aid and payment plans offered.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club)

What ages does The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) accept?
The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) 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 (Park and Recreation Kids Club) cost?
The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Varies by session. In-district and out-of-district pricing available. Financial aid and payment plans offered. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club)'s hours?
The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) 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 (Park and Recreation Kids Club)?
The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) 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 (Park and Recreation Kids Club) provide lunch?
The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) 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 (Park and Recreation Kids Club) compare to other community/rec center camps in Bend?
The PAC (Park and Recreation Kids Club) 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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