TLC R3 2023 Event details
What should I bring?
What should I bring?
What should I bring?
That's really up to your comfort level. Last year we sent out a newsletter that shared some basics.
It still applies this year.
You are responsible for your own camping supplies, including food and water. Fridieoutdoors.com is a BIPOC site that provides great information to help prepare, whether you are new to camping or a seasoned camper.
In general, think about what you value most for your comfort at home and consider ways to scale that down into a backpack or two. Whatever you pack, don't forget the mosquito repellant. We've had lots of rain this year and those buggers are gonna be hungry for sweet people.
How do I get there?
What should I bring?
What should I bring?
Driving is the best option to get to Oxbow Regional Park. We encourage carpools. We will have parking passes at check-in. Once you enter the park, look for our signs to Eagle Shelter, Group Camp 1. Click this link for directions to the park.
From downtown Portland it's about a 45 minute drive (without traffic.) There is no phone signal once you turn off Troutdale Road so you may want to print out the directions, though there is pretty good signage to get you to the park.
If you would like to help coordinate a carpool for a couple folx who don't have transporation, please let us know at sanctuary@healgrow.org
How do I check-in?
What should I bring?
Where can I set up my camp?
Thursday VIP check-in
is by invitation only.
Friday-Sunday General Check-in between 2:00-6:00p.
The park gate closes at 7:00p.
If you don't arrive on your confirmed date by 6p, your spot will be opened to folx on the waiting list.
Once you arrive, find a parking spot, then come to the check-in tent:
- sign the waiver, community agreement, and media release (optional.)
- fill out an emergency contact form.
- get your parking pass.
- recieve your raffle ticket(s) for the drawing Sunday.
- if you're volunteering to help, recieve your lanyard.
That's it! Grab your gear and go set up your camp under the trees!
Where can I set up my camp?
What can I do once I'm all set up?
Where can I set up my camp?
We've divided the camping area under the trees into 3 zones:
- groups with children/youth
- general for adult groups & individuals
- solo folx who have requested a bit of distance to support specific needs.
Once you've identitifed a zone, find a spot; it's first come, first pick of ground available. Fires are only allowed in designated areas with pits (and depends on the fire risk level set by the county.)
What can I do once I'm all set up?
What can I do once I'm all set up?
What can I do once I'm all set up?
Sit down, take a breath. Make a new friend. Grab some water and go on a hike. Listen to the birds down by the river. Sing. Dance. Whatever you like!
There will be some activities led by volunteer campers. Check back on this webpage or the on-site board to see the TBD schedule.
We also have an equipment library: check out a soccer ball or frisbee, a set of dominoes or deck of cards. Feel free to bring your own equipment - yoga mat, binoculars, that book you haven't had time to read.
Anything special happening?
What can I do once I'm all set up?
What can I do once I'm all set up?
That depends. Sometimes we get a grant to do something special, but usually we depend on every day folx stepping up to do something extraordinary.
Take a small group of elementary students on a hike to draw what they see. Referee a soccer game. Facilitate a fireside storytelling session. Outdoor cooking lesson? Do it!
If you would like to lead (or co-lead) we ask you to volunteer anytime. Anything is possible; it all depends on the gifts the people bring!
BE SAFe!!
River Warning
It was a long, wet winter. These weather conditions create a river that runs cold, fast and dangerous in the spring. The park provides life jackets for all ages and we encourage all campers to use park resources and/or bring your own. Adults always think about the safety of their children, but we want to emphasize the safety of adults. Please play safe - adults and children - in the river.