Ohdaka: A Shooting Star Adventures Experience
Ohdaka is Shooting Star Adventures’ nature-based
co-ed day camp, designed for curious kids who come alive outdoors. If you’ve ever wished for a camp where kids come home tired, happy, and full of stories—you’ve found it.
Alongside our sister program,
Camp Two Roads, we’ve created joyful, meaningful summer experiences for Oregon youth for nearly a decade. Whether your child is 4 or heading into their teen leadership years, Ohdaka gives them a chance to explore, try new things, and really come alive outdoors.
Why Families Love Ohdaka
It’s simple: kids spend their days running through the forest, splashing at the beach, cooking over a fire, building confidence, and discovering their strengths—all under the care of counselors who are trained, patient, playful, and genuinely invested in your child.
Think muddy knees, bright eyes, and “Guess what we did today?!” excitement all the way home.
What OHDAKA Stands For
Outdoor Happiness Deepens Awareness, Kinship, and Adventure.
It perfectly sums up what camp feels like—joyful, connected, and full of discovery.
What Makes Ohdaka Special
- Hands-On Nature Exploration: Beach play, forest hikes, outdoor cooking, and real tools for discovery.
- STEM Meets Creativity: Art, engineering challenges, science stations, and imaginative projects.
- Wilderness Skills: Fire-building, shelter construction, safe tool use, navigation, and teamwork.
- Social Growth: Cooperative games and challenges that build communication, empathy, and confidence.
It’s learning—but with sunscreen, fresh air, and the freedom to explore.
Programs for Every Age & Stage
Mini Stars 🌟 (Ages 4–7)
A guided intro to nature: songs, crafts, sensory play, forest wanders, and beginner outdoor skills. Perfect for little explorers who love to wiggle and wonder.
Planet Pioneers 🌿 (School-Age Explorers)
Adventures with a bit more depth—science activities, nature investigations, outdoor cooking, and group challenges. Big-kid independence with all the support.
Comet Crew 🔭 (Tweens)
For the “I want to do it myself” crowd: team challenges, problem-solving adventures, creative projects, and moments to step into leadership.
Galaxy Guides 🌌 (Teens & Junior Counselors)
A leadership-focused track with mentorship, deeper wilderness skills, teamwork, and opportunities to help younger campers shine.
Summer at Ohdaka
Kids come home confident, capable, and proud of what they’ve tried. They learn resilience, make new friends, and get to feel like part of something bigger—all while simply being kids in the best way.
Come spend the week with Ohdaka—where curiosity grows, friendships form, and every day is an adventure waiting to unfold.
