Camp Orkila
An Exciting Experience for 8th Students
September 9-11, 2026 for 8th Grade Students
Please review this entire newsletter for important information and forms!
Camp Orkila Merch Order Form Linked Below
Chaperones
If you are interested in going to camp with us, please fill out the interest form below.
Camp Orkila Information
Camp Orkila - Where Kids Thrive!
There's no place like overnight camp to discover who you are and the gifts you have to share.
Did you know Camp Orkila was created in 1906 and in the 1920s kids used to ride steamer ships through the Sound to Orcas Island to attend?
In 1906 the camp had 30 boys that attended. They now have over 16,000 guests a year that attend camp.
Health and Medication Information
Camp Orkila Medication Information – From the School Nurse
As we prepare for camp, please review the following important information
regarding student medications.
Even if your student is not currently taking medication, this may change before camp begins, so we ask that all families review these guidelines carefully.
Medications Already at School
If your student already has medication at school (such as an inhaler or EpiPen), you do not need to complete additional authorization forms. These medications will be sent to camp with your student’s teacher.
Daily or As-Needed Medications
If your student takes any daily or as-needed medications (including allergy, seizure, thyroid medications, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, melatonin, etc.), the following is required:
A Medication Authorization Form signed by both the parent/guardian and a healthcare provider (linked below)
Medication must be in the original labeled container (no baggies or pill organizers permitted)
Please send only enough medication for the 3-day trip and keep the rest at home
New or Situational Medications
If your student begins a medication shortly before camp, or uses medication for situational needs (such as seasonal or outdoor allergies), a completed authorization form is still required—even for over-the-counter medications.
*Important Reminder*
We cannot administer any medication at camp without completed authorization forms.
DEADLINE: All required forms and medications must be submitted to the school by an adult during, or prior to, your Family Connection meeting taking place August 25–27 to allow adequate time for review and preparation before camp.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at sbear@conway.k12.wa.us
Thank you for your cooperation in helping keep all students safe and healthy at camp.
Sincerely,Sarah Bear
School Nurse
Packing List and Rules
Mr. Scheer - Camp Orkila
School Office: Mandy Scott 360-445-5785 Opt#1
Principal: Andrea Clancy
Counselor: Sallie Miller
District Office: Amity Locken 360-445-5785 Opt #2
Transportation/Food Services: Angela Pederson
Superintendent & Civil Rights Coordinator: Jeff Cravy
Title IX and 504: Katelin Benoit. Special Education Director: Dr. Sue Ann Bube
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The Conway School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, neurodivergence or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. The district provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and any other designated youth groups listed under Title 36 of the US Code as a patriotic society.