Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX
Trackers Earth offers a Leader-In-Training program in Portland, Oregon, for teens aged 13-17, focusing on outdoor skills, mentorship, and leadership developm...
▌ Editor's read The Trackers Earth website loads as a real camp site, specifically detailing their Leader-In-Training (LIT) program for teens aged 13-17. The program is a day camp, with participants learning skills such as wilderness survival, archery, and nature crafts, and assisting younger campers. The 'About Us' page indicates that Trackers Earth was founded by Tony Deis and has been operating for 20 years, starting in 2004. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. Trackers Earth is not listed in the ACA directory. Google reviews for 'Trackers Earth' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars from 300 reviews, with many positive comments about the engaging activities and knowledgeable staff. Social media handles found are @trackersearth on Instagram and Trackersearth on Facebook.
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Since 200620+ years operating
Who thrives here Ages 9–12
Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX 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 outdoors/nature 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
- 2006 (20 years)
- Operator
- Private business
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Outdoors/Nature
- Ages: 9–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
- Address: 41401 SE Thomas Rd, Sandy, OR 97055, US
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX
- What ages does Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX accept?
- Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX is open to children ages 9–12. 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 Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX cost?
- Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
- What are Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX's hours?
- Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX runs 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX?
- Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX is operated by a private business, with 20 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
- Does Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX provide lunch?
- Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX 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 Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Sandy?
- Trackers Earth - Leader-In-Training (LIT) - Summer Day PDX is one of 28 outdoors/nature camps in Sandy 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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