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Youth Pickleball Camps

Birdhouse Building Workshop

National Anthem Auditions

Summer Programs OPEN!

Register through ACTIVENet for a program with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation!

*See below to register for a program through one of Happy Valley Parks and Recreation’s partner providers: Skyhawks Sports, Soccer Shots, Venvino Art Studios, Mad Science, Adventures Without Limits, RECS, Backyard Bird Shop, Jordan Kent’s Just Kids Skills Camps, Coyle Outside, Skate Like a Girl, Leapfrog Yoga, My Gym and Engineering For Kids.

Contacts

Steve Campbell
Recreation Director
[email protected]
503-886-8418

Stephani Hern
Recreation Supervisor
[email protected]
503-886-8419

Ashley Degner
Recreation Programming
[email protected]
503-886-8413

Kacy Cullen
Recreation Programming
[email protected]
503-886-8449

Chris Randall
Parks Director
[email protected]
503-886-8442

Chris Sliwka
Parks Supervisor
[email protected]
503-886-8477

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Upcoming Trips / Tours

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Willamette Valley Vineyard Wine Tasting – 6/16/23

Leave the driving up to us and come learn the unique story of Willamette Valley Winery as you take in the sweeping views of the vineyard and valley. Enjoy food and wine pairings in a relaxing setting with cozy fireplaces, an expansive patio, spacious courtyard and a 65-foot lookout tower.

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WHITE WATER RAFTING

White Water Rafting Santiam – 6/24/23

Grab a paddle and join our expert guides as we navigate class II+ rapids. Along the way enjoy the scenic landscapes and watch for fish darting through the crystal-clear waters beneath us. With the perfect combination of calm floats and excitement, this paddle is great for first time rafters and seasoned paddlers alike!

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MULTI-DAY DESCHUTES RAFTING TRIP

Multi-Day Deschutes River Rafting Trip – 7/28 – 7/30/23

Grab a paddle, push off from shore and join our expert guides for the next two nights as we navigate rapids, float between canyon walls, and fall asleep beneath the stars. Along the way enjoy the scenic landscapes and watch for fish darting through the crystal-clear waters beneath us. With the perfect combination of calm floats and excitement, this multi paddle is the perfect weekend escape into the wilderness.

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PADDLEBOARD

Paddleboard Estacada Lake – 8/5/23

Estacada Lake is a dammed portion of the Clackamas River that is accessible from Milo McIver State Park. This relaxing paddle travels along a forest-lined river that extends into a canyon with an occasional waterfall pouring from the side. It’s not uncommon to spot osprey, eagles, and other wildlife from the river. This paddle is great for beginners or those looking for a tranquil paddle on flat water.

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WILDLIFE KAYAK TOUR

Wildlife Kayak Tour – 8/19/23

Join Adventures Without Limits for a wildlife kayak tour! This event is open to the public, inclusive, and accessible to people of all abilities. We specialize in creating a welcome space for diverse sets of needs.

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Summer Programming

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Scholarships Available – Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation

Are you in need of financial assistance? Scholarship opportunities are available through the Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation for any Happy Valley Parks and Recreation programs. The Happy Valley Parks & Recreation Foundation (HVPRF) is an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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*Scholarships are also available for programs run through Happy Valley Parks and Recreation’s partner providers.

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ACTIVENet Online Registration Portal

Register through ACTIVENet for programs with Happy Valley Parks and Recreation! ACTIVENet’s online and in-person registration portal will allow community members to conveniently access Happy Valley Parks and Recreation facility rentals, programs, activities, classes, and more from anywhere, anytime!

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International Day of Yoga

International Day of Yoga – 6/21/23

Celebrate International Day of Yoga with us! Join a vinyasa flow style yoga class for all levels. The perfect blend between strength, balance, and relaxation. Find your flow and reconnect with breath as we relax the muscles and the mind in a beautiful park setting. Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mat and water bottle.

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Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park!

Yoga in the park is a fun vinyasa flow class that is great for beginners and experienced yogis alike.  We will connect with breath, quiet the mind, and get our bodies moving while enjoying the outdoors.  Bring your yoga mat or a beach towel and a water bottle. Register for the full 6-week series, or for a single class below!

6-week Yoga Series

July 9th Class

July 16th Class

July 23rd Class

July 30th Class

August 6th Class

August 13th Class

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Traveling RecMobile

We are making fun a habit with a traveling playground! Join our Parks and Rec. crew at select parks throughout the valley for tons of fun! The RecMobile will travel from park to park on announced schedule, where Parks and Rec. staff will lead children on a variety of free games, sports, crafts, and other outdoor activities! See below for a complete schedule of where we’ll be traveling this summer!

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My Gym Mobile Park Classes

Parent and Me Class: Grown-up participation required. Your child will sing, dance, play games, watch puppet shows, and even have “Surprise Time!” Our youngsters feel great about themselves as they learn basic tumbling and sports skills in a fun and positive setting. Our curriculum keeps these active little ones engaged and captivated while improving their fine and gross motor proficiency and increasing strength and agility.

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Mighty Mites: Some kids may require grown-up participation. Mighty Mites are transitioning from toddlers to big kids! The children participate independently with their teachers while parents can watch and cheer them on.

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Babysitter Training Course

The Happy Valley Parks and Recreation Foundation is fully sponsoring this class For Residents Only. The foundation wants you to feel prepared for summer by becoming the best babysitter you can be! Learn about accident prevention, first-aid, handling emergencies and more! Become the best babysitter you can be! Learn about accident prevention, first-aid, handling emergencies and more! Leave this class knowing the rights and responsibilities of a “good” babysitter. NO prerequisites needed!

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Birdhouse Building Workshop

Join Happy Valley Parks and Recreation, Venvino Art Studio, and Backyard Bird Shop for a unique all-ages workshop that combines art and nature! Gather by the community garden with your friends and neighbors, and let your imagination run wild as you build and decorate your very own birdhouse while learning about the species of birds that call Happy Valley home!

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Intro to Wilderness Survival Camp

No prerequisites needed. Learn the basics of thriving in the wild. Campers learn confidence, initiative, communication, and common sense through fun survival scenarios in teams and on their own. Skills taught include shelters, fire building, cordage, navigation, knots, traps, primitive skills and more.

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Art Classes

Venvino Art Studios is partnering with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to bring you a variety of fun art classes!

Mini Summer Art Camps
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Weekly Art Enrichment Classes
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Create and Learn Series – July Session
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Create and Learn Series – August Session
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Engineering Club – Summer Camps

All camps held at Happy Valley Parks and Recreation Annex: 12915 SE King Rd.

Engineering for Kids has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide engineering based programs

Kids engineering camps.
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Skyhawks Multi Sport Camps

See registration pages for program locations

Skyhawks Sports has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several sports programs to choose from.

Kids sports programs.
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Jordan Kent Just Kids Skills Summer Camps

See registration page for camp location.

Jordan Kent has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several sports programs to choose from.

Kids sports programs.
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Soccer Classes

All classes held at Happy Valley Park

Soccer Shots has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several soccer programs to choose from.

Kids soccer classes.
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Skateboard Camps

All camps held at Happy Valley Park Skatepark

Skate Like A Girl has partnered with Happy Valley Parks and Rec to provide several camps to choose from.

Youth skateboard camps.
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Weekly Teen Pickleball Camps

All classes held at RECS facility: 17015 SE 82nd Dr. Clackamas, OR 97105

Weekly Teen Beginner Pickleball Camp – This is for kids who haven’t played pickleball or are still learning the rules and basics of serving, returning of serve, how to hold a paddle, etc. Every day will include the introduction of new concepts and techniques, as well as some repetition of basic skills.

Weekly Teen Intermediate Pickleball Camp – This is for kids who HAVE played pickleball before, and understand the rules and pickleball Every day will include the introduction of new concepts, techniques, and strategy, as well as critical skill and technique development.

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RECS

65+ Open Play Pickleball

All classes held at RECS facility: 17015 SE 82nd Dr. Clackamas, OR 97105

Are you age 65+ and looking for others to play with? Weekdays between 1-3 pm we have 65+ open play. Your play could be partially if not fully covered through Silver and Fit or Renew Active. Spots will fill up QUICK as the weather begins to change so sign up today online through the link below or give RECS a call at 503-655-PLAY.

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Happy Valley’s Virtual Parks & Rec Center

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