If it isn't too long ago you can remember what is was like being a kid in the summer. Mom and dad were always looking ways to keep you busy. Maybe you worked around the house or went to the fields to pick berries. More than likely you played with the neighbor kids or went swimming.
Today children have many activities to choose from that didn't exist in the past. Troutdale as an example has the only recreation program for children in East County. It is managed by our ever capable Mollie King. Now that the summer is coming to a close she provided a report on the summer program. When you look at the activities and sports you wish you were a kid again.
Field trips this year included the Oregon Zoo, Oaks Park, OMSI Children's Museum, Bullwinkle's, and a trip to a working farm. They played games together, did arts and crafts went swimming and just had a good time being a kid. The eight week program attracted 184 children from age's four to twelve.
One of the keys to the success of the program is the junior leaders. Many of the junior volunteers attended the recreation program when they were younger. Collectively they volunteered 788 hours to the program. The age of the junior leaders was from twelve to fourteen. From the recreation manager, Mollie King, "The Camp Kaleidoscope staff and myself are truly thankful for the junior leaders and intern this summer. Their help was invaluable." Mollie also commented that she appreciated the dedication on the part of the parents of the junior leaders. They made sure they were at the camp daily and on time.
Next year if you are looking for a good positive outlet for your children consider our recreation program. They will have an experience that will last a lifetime.
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