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Basketball

Offered as a single sport camp, and inside multi-sport camps. Athletes work on their basic skills and participate in fun skill-building activities. For general program information, visit www.cityofsalem.net/Activities

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Skyhawks - Basketball (#2333) 6-12 yrs Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri River Road Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Basketball (#2334) 6-12 yrs Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM Mon-Fri River Road Park $230.00

Cheerleading

Learn the essential skills to lead the crowd and support the home team! Learn cheers, proper hand and body movements, and jumping techniques. No stunting, just fun while learning important life skills such as teambuilding and leadership. Concludes with a choreographed performance.
Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Skyhawks - Cheerleading (#2331) 6-12 yrs Jul 07, 2025 - Jul 11, 2025 09:00 PM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Sumpter Elementary $169.00
Skyhawks - Cheerleading (#2338) 6-12 yrs Aug 04, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Orchard Heights Park $169.00

Flag Football League - Youth

In this game, there is a position for everyone. No matter who you are, flag football is your chance to run, throw, jump, and fly. Get involved in the action and join the flag football movement!

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Flag Football League (Grades 3-5) - Girls (#2294) 8-11 yrs Apr 19, 2025 - Jun 07, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Wallace Marine Park $100.00
Flag Football League (Grades 3-5) - Mixed (#2296) 8-11 yrs Apr 19, 2025 - Jun 07, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Wallace Marine Park $100.00
Flag Football League (Grades 6-8) - Girls (#2298) 11-14 yrs Apr 19, 2025 - Jun 07, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Wallace Marine Park $100.00
Flag Football League (Grades 6-8) - Mixed (#2300) 11-14 yrs Apr 19, 2025 - Jun 07, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Wallace Marine Park $100.00

Intro to Tree Climbing - Fridays

Explore a perspective of nature rarely seen and learn about the unique ecology, plants, and animals of old-growth forests. Participants will get equipment fitted and have time to practice on smaller trees before moving on to climbing to the top of the canopy. 

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Intro to Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2373) 8 and above Apr 04, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2374) 8 and above Apr 11, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2375) 8 and above Apr 18, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2376) 8 and above Apr 25, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00

Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays

Explore a perspective of nature rarely seen and learn about the unique ecology, plants, and animals of old-growth forests. Participants will get equipment fitted and have time to practice on smaller trees before moving on to climbing to the top of the canopy. 

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2402) 8 and above Apr 12, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2403) 8 and above Apr 12, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2404) 8 and above Apr 19, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2405) 8 and above Apr 19, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2406) 8 and above Apr 26, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2407) 8 and above Apr 26, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00

Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays

Explore a perspective of nature rarely seen and learn about the unique ecology, plants, and animals of old-growth forests. Participants will get equipment fitted and have time to practice on smaller trees before taking a small hike to go climb taller trees.

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays (#2458) 8 and above Apr 13, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays (#2459) 8 and above Apr 13, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays (#2460) 8 and above Apr 20, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays (#2461) 8 and above Apr 20, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays (#2462) 8 and above Apr 27, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Sundays (#2463) 8 and above Apr 27, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00

Intro to Tree Climbing - Thursdays

Explore a perspective of nature rarely seen and learn about the unique ecology, plants, and animals of old-growth forests. Participants will get equipment fitted and have time to practice on smaller trees before moving on to climbing to the top of the canopy. 

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Intro to Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2344) 8 and above Apr 03, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2345) 8 and above Apr 10, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2346) 8 and above Apr 17, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00
Intro to Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2347) 8 and above Apr 24, 2025 01:00 PM - 05:00 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $149.00

Multi-Sport

Athletes work on basic sports skills and participate in fun skill-building activities. For general program information, visit www.cityofsalem.net/Activities

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Skyhawks - Mini-Hawk (#2326) 4-6 yrs Jun 16, 2025 - Jun 18, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Wed Sumpter Park $100.00
Skyhawks - Multi-Sport (#2328) 6-12 yrs Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 03, 2025 09:00 PM - 12:00 PM Mon-Thu Orchard Heights Park $150.00
Skyhawks - Multi-Sport (#2329) 6-12 yrs Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 03, 2025 09:00 PM - 03:00 PM Mon-Thu Orchard Heights Park $185.00
Skyhawks - Mini-Hawk (#2332) 4-6 yrs Jul 14, 2025 - Jul 18, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Orchard Heights Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Multi-Sport (#2336) 6-12 yrs Jul 28, 2025 - Aug 01, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri River Road Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Multi-Sport (#2337) 6-12 yrs Jul 28, 2025 - Aug 01, 2025 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM Mon-Fri River Road Park $230.00
Skyhawks - Mini-Hawk (#2341) 4-6 yrs Aug 11, 2025 - Aug 15, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Sunnyslope Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Multi-Sport (#2342) 6-12 yrs Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Sunnyslope Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Multi-Sport (#2343) 6-12 yrs Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM Mon-Fri Sunnyslope Park $230.00

Skyhawks Golf

Powered by Payne Stewart Golf Experiences, the beginning program focuses on fun and repetition with a games-based approach that can be played on any surface. Specialized equipment is used to ensure early success for young players.  Key skills like putting and chipping are taught through engaging activities.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Skyhawks - Beginning Golf (#2330) 6-12 yrs Jul 07, 2025 - Jul 11, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Sumpter Elementary $169.00

Soccer

Offered as a single sport camp, inside multi-sport camps, and as a once a week program, athletes work on their basic skills and participate in fun skill-building activities. For general program information, visit www.cityofsalem.net/Activities

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Skyhawks - Soccer (#2339) 6-12 yrs Aug 04, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Orchard Heights Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Soccer (#2340) 6-12 yrs Aug 04, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM Mon-Fri Orchard Heights Park $230.00

STRIDE Run/Walks

Participate in one or all of the STRIDE run/walk events, taking place in some of Salem’s most loved parks, and held once a month on a Saturday morning, June-October.

Strollers and dogs on a leash are welcome. Bibs are available on event day.

Courses in Bush’s Pasture and Wallace Marine Park utilize soft and hard trails. Courses in Minto-Brown Island Park take place on hard trails.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
5k Stride (#2307) 0-99 yrs Jun 07, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Bush's Pasture Park $10.00
10k Stride (#2308) 0-99 yrs Jul 19, 2025 08:45 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Minto-Brown Island Park $15.00
5k Stride (#2309) 0-99 yrs Jul 19, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Minto-Brown Island Park $10.00
5k Stride (#2310) 0-99 yrs Aug 16, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Bush's Pasture Park $10.00
10k Stride (#2311) 0-99 yrs Sep 06, 2025 08:45 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Riverfront, Wallace Marine, and Minto-Brown Parks $15.00
5k Stride (#2312) 0-99 yrs Sep 06, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Riverfront, Wallace Marine, and Minto-Brown Parks $10.00
10k Stride (#2313) 0-99 yrs Oct 04, 2025 08:45 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Minto-Brown Island Park $15.00
5k Stride (#2314) 0-99 yrs Oct 04, 2025 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sat Minto-Brown Island Park $10.00

Sunset Tree Climbing Experience - Fridays

Participants learn the same basic skills as the Introduction class and experience the sunset over the Willamette Valley. For this climb, participants are required to use a head lamp for hiking up to 1.5 hours, climbing, and rappelling. Start times an vary based on the sunset times.

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Sunset Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2543) 8 and above Apr 11, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2544) 8 and above Apr 18, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2545) 8 and above Apr 25, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Fridays (#2546) 8 and above May 02, 2025 06:30 PM - 11:30 PM Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00

Sunset Tree Climbing Experience - Saturdays

Participants learn the same basic skills as the Introduction class and experience the sunset over the Willamette Valley. For this climb, participants are required to use a head lamp for hiking up to 1.5 hours, climbing, and rappelling. Start times an vary based on the sunset times.

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Sunset Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2571) 8 and above Apr 12, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2572) 8 and above Apr 19, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2573) 8 and above Apr 26, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Saturdays (#2575) 8 and above May 10, 2025 06:30 PM - 11:30 PM Sat Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00

Sunset Tree Climbing Experience - Thursdays

Participants learn the same basic skills as the Introduction class and experience the sunset over the Willamette Valley. For this climb, participants are required to use a head lamp for hiking up to 1.5 hours, climbing, and rappelling. Start times an vary based on the sunset times.

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Sunset Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2515) 8 and above Apr 10, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2516) 8 and above Apr 17, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2517) 8 and above Apr 24, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Thu Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $175.00
Sunset Tree Climbing - Thursdays (#2518) 8 and above May 01, 2025 05:30 PM - 10:30 PM Thu Highland Park $175.00

Tree Camping

Includes about 1.5 hours of climbing, rappelling training and practice followed by a 45-minute hike into the ancient forest. Participants spend 1-2 hours climbing before setting up camping equipment, with the guides' help. (Sleeping height can be customized.) Once settled in and cozy, enjoy the views before falling asleep. The next morning around 7 a.m., everyone wakes up and starts the process of packing, rappelling down, and hiking back to the original meeting location. Dinner and breakfast, prepared by the guides, is included in the experience.

Of importance: This activity takes place in Silver Falls State Park. All adventures begin at Howard Creek Trailhead parking lot. Use Google Maps to find the meeting location (Apple maps is currently unreliable.) An Oregon State Park pass is needed and must be purchased ahead of time to participate.

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Tree Camping (#2321) 7 and above Apr 26, 2025 - Apr 27, 2025 03:00 PM - 09:00 AM Sat-Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $380.00
Tree Camping (#2322) 7 and above May 31, 2025 - Jun 01, 2025 03:00 PM - 09:00 AM Sat-Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $380.00
Tree Camping (#2323) 7 and above Jun 28, 2025 - Jun 29, 2025 03:00 PM - 09:00 AM Sat-Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $380.00
Tree Camping (#2324) 7 and above Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 09:00 AM - 03:00 PM Sat-Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $380.00
Tree Camping (#2325) 7 and above Aug 30, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025 03:00 PM - 09:00 AM Sat-Sun Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $380.00

Tree Climbing Camps

Experience one of the most extraordinary camps where participants learn to safely climb majestic old-growth trees towering 100 to 300 feet high. The day* camp offers an unparalleled experience, allowing youth to connect with nature, fosters personal growth, develops critical problem-solving skills, and creates unforgettable memories. If you are looking for a 5-star camp that will leave your teen talking for years to come, this is it!

Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Tree Climbing Youth Camp (#2599) 13-17 yrs Jul 08, 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Tue Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $249.00
Tree Climbing Youth Camp (#2600) 13-17 yrs Jul 28, 2025 - Jul 30, 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Mon-Wed Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $399.00
Tree Climbing Youth Camp (#2601) 13-17 yrs Aug 04, 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Mon Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $249.00
Tree Climbing Youth Camp (#2602) 13-17 yrs Aug 11, 2025 - Aug 15, 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Mon-Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $599.00
Tree Climbing Youth Camp (#2603) 7-13 yrs Aug 18, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM Mon-Fri Howard Creek Trail Silver Falls State Park $600.00

Volleyball

All aspects of volleyball are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting, and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player. Staff will assist campers in developing fundamental skills through game-speed drills and daily scrimmages aimed at developing the whole player.
Select Program Name Ages Dates Times Days Location Fee
Skyhawks - Volleyball (#2327) 8-14 yrs Jun 23, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri Sumpter Park $169.00
Skyhawks - Volleyball (#2335) 8-14 yrs Jul 21, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025 09:00 AM - 12:00 PM Mon-Fri River Road Park $169.00