Rails Camp West
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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!