Day Camp: Out of this World
This Tigard Public Works day camp offers a variety of themed activities, including an "Out of this World" space-themed week, for children in grades 1-5.
▌ Editor's read The website for the City of Tigard Public Works Department lists various day camps, including 'Day Camp: Out of this World,' which is a specialty camp for children entering grades 1-5. The camp is operated by the City of Tigard, indicating it is a municipal-parks owned program. The website provides details on camp themes, dates, and registration information, including a link to the registration portal. There is no mention of ACA accreditation, nor is a state license number provided on the site. The City of Tigard has a Facebook page (CityofTigard) which promotes city events, but a specific Instagram handle for the camp was not found. Google reviews for the City of Tigard generally reflect positively on city services, but specific reviews for the day camps were not readily available. The program type is clearly day camp, with specific weekly themes and age ranges.
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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized
Who thrives here Ages 6–11
Day Camp: Out of this World fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Municipal parks department
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 6–11
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Address: 11130 SW Tiedeman Ave, Tigard, OR 97223
- Cost notes: USD
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Day Camp: Out of this World
- What ages does Day Camp: Out of this World accept?
- Day Camp: Out of this World is open to children ages 6–11. 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.
- What are Day Camp: Out of this World's hours?
- Day Camp: Out of this World runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Day Camp: Out of this World?
- Day Camp: Out of this World 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 Day Camp: Out of this World provide lunch?
- Day Camp: Out of this World 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.
Planning guides
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