Packing
Activities to prepare for: kayaking, archery, beach volleyball, beach walks, tidepooling, ocean and river swimming, trail walking and hiking.
Clothing
Swimsuit / Swim Trunks
Quick-dry and sun blocking clothing for outdoor activities
Light rain jacket just in case, it’s Oregon, you never know
Casual summer and cozy warm clothes for dinners, sitting by the fire, walks, and relaxing
Shoes
Trail/running/hiking shoes
Sandals
Water shoes/sandals
Misc
All attendees need to bring a sleeping bag and pillow (make sure to bring a summer weather sleeping bag). We recommend bringing a top sheet that you can sleep on if your sleeping bag is too hot.
Earplugs
Water bottle
Towels (shower and beach)
Sunhat
Snacks for hiking (granola bars, jerky etc)
Drinks beyond water and coffee, there will be a refrigerator for your goodies
Sunscreen
Bug spray
Hand sanitizer
Sunglasses
Headlamp
Stasher for to-go snacks
Books
Puzzles
Board Games and Cards
Optional
Wearable hydration kits / refillable water bottles for hiking
Camera
Watch (you won't have your phone out much)
Transportation Details
Sept 7
Bus will leave Portland, PDX @ 12:30pm PST
Where to go outside baggage claim, coming soon!
Bus will stop at grocery store on the way to camp
Driving yourself?
Arrive between 3:00-4pm PST (no later or you will NOT be allowed into camp)
GPS address: 7500 N. Fraser Road, Otis, OR 97368
⚠️ Do NOT put “Camp Westwind” into GPS. It can take you to Knight Park on the wrong side of the river.
When you arrive:
Cars will initially wait at the Wayside until directed to enter, then follow the signs and cones to the Field Parking Area. A luggage truck will be available. The dirt road speed limit is 10 MPH.
If you need ADA transportation into camp, please let Rails Camp organizer (Bobbilee) know ASAP so Westwind can arrange transportation.
SEPT 11
Bus and all drivers plan to leave camp to head back to PDX @ 12:30pm PST (bus arrival no later than 3-3:15pm PST)
FAQs
Will there be wifi and cell reception at camp?
No wifi, spotty cell reception! Please plan accordingly. We will share an emergency phone number to use at camp.
What will the weather be like?
60-70 degrees fahrenheit (cool in the morning and at night. bring summer and fall weather clothing)
Do you need a sleeping bag, pillow, and towel this year?
Yes!