The BIC-NW Campout is a two night social event where survivors and a friend or caretaker can come and enjoy the outdoors with their peers. The campout provides a space for survivors and a guest to connect to nature and sleep outdoors for an experience that isn’t always accessible to everyone. 

We take care of all the details so you can come and enjoy yourself and relax in the fresh air. There is no fee to attend. Participants are required to register and we give plenty of time and notice on when registration opens up and the process to register. 

The campout is a unique way to combat isolation and provide an opportunity for camping to those who could not otherwise experience camping. 

We  provide fun activities for people to get outdoors, to enjoy good food, to socialize and to have good old fashioned camping fun including a campfire sing-along.

Upcoming Dates: 

2025 Campout TBD

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Please Note:

Once the registration window closes, only registered participants will receive details on the campout.

For volunteer opportunities at the campout please reach out to Krysti.

Contact:

Carolyn
bicnwcampout@gmail.com
503-208-4533 (general BIC-NW line)

Krysti
krystislonaker@bic-nw.org
503-856-6963

Who should come?

  • Anyone with an ABI/TBI who can manage on their own, or with a support perso
  • Family
  • Friends
  • Caregivers/Support persons
  • Board Members & Other Volunteers
  • Registered Service dogs only

Participants should be able to cross primarily flat uneven ground, both paved and grass. The campground and meeting hall is ADA accessible with a small incline from the parking lot/tent areas.

Participation is limited to one survivor plus one guest or caretaker. Participants will need to provide their own ride to and from the campground.

What to bring?

  • Yourself and a guest or caretaker
  • Your own clothing
  • Basic camping supplies (If you have or can borrow them)
  • Tent
  • Sleeping bag
  • Chairs
  • Pillow
  • Any special dietary required food beyond those we provide
  • Medications
  • Hygiene products
  • Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)
  • Water bottle and coffee mug

A more complete recommended gear list will be provided to registered campers.

Food, coffee and snacks are provided that are both cooked on and off site by volunteers. There is no fee to camp or for the food.

We have a very limited supply of camping gear available to borrow and must be requested at time of registration. We encourage all campers who need gear to borrow from friends or family before requesting our gear so that we can ensure we have enough for everyone.

This event is alcohol and recreational drug free. Recreational drugs are prohibited by law at all Oregon State Parks.

Registered Service Dogs only will be allowed. Please be prepared to arrange for pet care for non service dogs. We also request you to let your stay home pets know we know they’re the goodest doggos, and we are sorry they have to miss out.

Do I need to register?

Yes! The registration link will be sent via email once the registration window is open. 

The registration window is open for 10 days about 1 month prior to the campout. Dates for registration will be shared once we have secured the camp site. Please sign up for our newsletter for updates and information.

Once the registration window has closed, only registered campers will receive email communications, including check-in/out information, menu, itinerary, directions and more.

Exact dates are not known until we are able to secure the site through Oregon State Parks.

Upon check-in campers will be asked to sign a waiver.

What:

A 2 night tent or RV camp at Champoeg State Park with activities, food provided, and good company. Opportunities for fun are provided, but it’s up to you to enjoy yourself.

Where:

Champoeg State Park,
8239 Champoeg Road. NE,
St. Paul, OR 97137

https://maps.app.goo.gl/NyCRPTYmMjosY2kD9 

When:

Bi-Annually to Annually.

2 nights in the spring, summer, or fall pending campground availability. Typically we start on a Friday afternoon and end on a Sunday afternoon.

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Chairs provided
  • Food Provided
  • Camping Gear Provided (limited supply, please inquire)

If you are particularly sensitive to sound please consider bringing hearing protection. While it is not a loud environment, we are in a public accessible park and children may be playing loudly within hearing range. Our sing-alongs are only as loud as the participants’ enthusiasm.

Participants will need to be able to cross uneven ground. The campground is ADA accessible with many parts paved. The tent area is not paved and is grass, the RV/Camper space is paved. Bathroom facilities are right at our site; showers a little further away and help available to get to those. If you need assistance with restroom or shower use require that you bring a caretaker as BIC-NW volunteers will not be able to assist.

Food is provided at no cost to the campers, however we are limited in the dietary accommodations we are able to provide. A menu is provided to registered campers so that individuals who need extra accommodations can bring some of their own food. For those with Celiac or anaphylaxis-type conditions, please reach out to Krysti with questions/concerns.

Other Details

We have a very limited number of RV sites available. Please reach out to our volunteer team so that we can verify if we have a spot for your RV or camper before registering. RV hookups are electricity only.

We are unable to provide rides, you will need to coordinate/arrange your own transportation to and from the park.

We have a limited number of parking spaces available to us, we encourage participants to carpool.

This is an alcohol and recreational drug-free event. Recreational drugs are prohibited by law at Oregon State Parks.

Public transit

At this time there is no public transit that services Champoeg State Park.

Parking

We have a limited number of parking spaces available, we encourage you to carpool. Parking spaces are right in our group site. Temporary parking near to where you set up your tent can be used for loading and unloading gear. Exact location of the campout will be sent to registered participants only.

Park Details

For more information on Champoeg State Heritage Area please visit https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=79

For a PDF download facility brochure and map please visit click here