Catlin Gabel Summer Programs

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summer p r o g r a m s

dear parents & students,

we are excited to announce 2011 Catlin Gabel Summer

Programs. Once again, we offer a wide variety of unique

classes and programs—including arts and music, academics, out-

door education, cooking, and sports. We’re proud of our summer

school staff members, who strive to help each child succeed.

Our program is open to all preschool through 12th grade

students, not just those who are enrolled at Catlin Gabel. This year’s

program also includes adult classes. Most of our offerings are

one-week courses—with the exception of our Summer Beehive

program for children entering preschool through 2nd grade—

allowing you to select times that work best with your summer plans.

We offer extended day programs for our youngest students

(see details on following page).

Our beautiful 54-acre campus nestled in close-in southwest

Portland offers the perfect place for a relaxed atmosphere of summer

learning and fun. Please join us!

Sincerely,

Len Carr, Head of Summer [email protected] 503-297-1894, ext. 406

contentsSession 1: July 5–8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Session 2: July 11–15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Session 3: July 18–22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Session 4: July 25–29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Session 5: August 1–5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Special Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Outdoor Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Instructors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

registrationIn the enclosed pages, you will

find information for creating an

individualized summer program

for your child. The grades listed refer to the grade your child will start in September 2011.

To register please go to

www.catlin.edu/summer. If you

have questions about registration

or require assistance, please email

[email protected],

or call 503-297-1894, ext. 406.

Return completed forms to:

Summer ProgramsCatlin Gabel8825 SW Barnes RdPortland OR 97225

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available all summer!To register please go to www.catlin.edu/summer

July 5–august 5, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Summer BeehiveGrades Preschool–2, $325 per week-long session

Jennifer Marcus, Alice Gachupin, Chenoa Ohlson, Leslie Hillman, Sarah Welsh, Victor Morris, and staff

Summer Beehive returns for another action-packed summer! This year we have expanded to include children entering preschool through second grade. Each week features open-art studio, woodshop class, literacy, creative play, and plenty of outdoor adventures. We’ll take field trips to swim in a local pool, hike a beautiful trail, pick blueberries, or splash in a fountain. Working in small same-age groupings with multi-talented teachers and staff creates an ultimate experience. We can’t wait for summer to begin! Sign up for one or all five sessions.

July 5–august 5, 3–6 p.m.

Extended DayAll ages, $150 per week

Alice Gachupin and staff

Caring attention on our beautiful campus as busy days wind down. Self-directed art, sharing, super-vised community choices including literacy, stories, reading, art, and playground time. This option is ideal for children and families who are enrolled in summer program classes that conclude earlier in the afternoon. Open to all with a week-by-week option.

summer programscourses andonline registration

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July 5–8, 3–6 p.m.

Extended DayAll ages, $150Alice Gachupin and staff

Afternoon activities include reading, art, and playground time. Please see page 3 for full description.

July 5–8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Summer BeehiveGrades Preschool–2, $275Jennifer Marcus, Alice Gachupin, Chenoa Ohlson, Leslie Hillman, Sarah Welsh, Victor Morris, and staff

Field trips, open-art studio, woodshop classes, literacy, creative play, and outdoor adventure. Please see page 3 for full description.

July 5–8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Cat’s Away, the Mice Will PlayGrades 2–5, $275Peggy Schauffler

We begin with basic art instruction, then offer you the choice of the artistic medium you would most like to pursue. Explore clay, textiles, drawing, painting, and printmaking. We also enjoy playground breaks, walks, and the natural world.

July 5–8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Kids in the KitchenGrades 3–6, $275Hen Truong

Learn about and celebrate food. Enjoy four days of eating, cooking, and learning where food comes from. This class offers an opportunity to trace the food we eat back to its sources and meet farmers and producers who grow and raise our food. We will focus exclusively on food that is sustainably grown and produced in Oregon. We will share recipes and cook together. Lunch is included.

July 5–8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Photography FunGrades 4–8, $275Emilie Lavin

Each day we set out into the world to take pictures. Adventures include exploring nature to photograph land-scapes and heading downtown to photograph architecture and city life. At the end of the week, we will create a digital portfolio of photographs and celebrate with a showing of our work. Please bring your own digital camera. Cameras will be provided to use in class if needed.

July 5–8, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Sports Spectacular 1Grades 4–8, $275Lisa Unsworth

Enjoy a week of soccer, basketball, baseball, touch football, ultimate Frisbee, and your favorite P.E. team games. In addition to getting sweaty, we’ll explore sports-related careers, visit local athletic companies and venues, and possibly attend a Timbers soccer match. Learn tons from your teacher—a former student-athlete and Catlin Gabel high school coach. Both new and seasoned athletes are welcome; the only require-ment is that you run and have fun!

July 5–8, 9 a.m.–noon

Creative Writing 1Grades 4–9, $215Debby Dodds

Discover the writer within! We will have a great time working on exercises that help you craft short stories, fiction and creative nonfiction, poetry, screenplays, and genre styles (fantasy, comedy, romance, sci-fi, and others). Students will have an opportunity to share their work and learn from each other in a supportive atmosphere. For those who continue into Creative Writing 2, a supervised lunch period will be provided. Cost for the combined creative writing classes 1 & 2 is $375.

July 5–8, 1–4 p.m.

Creative Writing 2Grades 4–9, $215Debby Dodds

Continue the writer’s journey! This class is intended to complement the morning class, but writers are free to take either as stand-alone classes. In this class we will work on creative writing exercises and assemble a literary collection using submissions from both classes at the end of the week. Cost for the combined creative writing classes 1 & 2 is $375.

session 1July 5–8

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July 11–15, 3–6 p.m.


Afternoon activities include reading, art, and playground time. Please see page 3 for a full description.

July 11–15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.


Field trips, open-art studio, woodshop classes, literacy, creative play, and outdoor adventure. Please see page 3 for a full description.

July 11–15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Movement, Masks, & MammalsGrades 1–3, $325Emilie Lavin, Erin Goodling

We will kick off an exciting week of observation and creation with a trip to the zoo, where students will devote special attention to the ways mammals move and act. Back on campus, students choose a mammal to “become” for the rest of the week. In a supportive environment, students will draw and paint works of art using a variety of mediums such as chalk pastel, water-color, and acrylic. We will make masks representing the animals, and work together to create a simple theater piece to perform on our last day for family and friends. The course also includes a backstage tour of a local theater to discover the ingredients of a great stage production.

session 2July 11–15

July 11–15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Superstar All Sports Camp 1Grades 2–6, $325Peter Oliver

Learn a wide range of sports, games, challenges, and activities. The fun includes basketball, T-ball, softball, flag football, golf, ultimate Frisbee, tennis, water activities, rock wall climbing, bowling, team games, track and field, parachute play, badminton, volleyball, soccer, and more.

July 11–15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

The Cat’s Away, Let’s Play with ClayGrades 3–6, $325Peggy Schauffler

Working with clay can become a whole-body experience, encouraging both large and fine motor development. Students will pound, pinch, roll, poke, tear, coil, squeeze, twist, and bend clay art into fun forms and figures. Each day begins with instruction about working with clay. Then students will create a project of their own choosing. Explore the numerous possibilities surrounding clay, from hand building to throwing on the wheel. We will also enjoy outdoor fun, taking walks, and the natural world.


Comedy ActingGrades 4–9, $225Debby Dodds

We will explore what makes people laugh using improvisational comedy techniques and forms, as well as scripted materials. This class encour-ages both shy students and natural performers. If participants wish, we will present a performance for friends and family on the last day of class. Be prepared to giggle and get creative!

July 12–16, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (tues.–sat.)

Urban Exploration A PLACE ProgramGrades 7–9 (or by permission), $325Steve Morris

Experience Portland with fresh eyes! Spend a day in each of Portland’s geographic sections visiting businesses, nonprofit organizations, landmarks, and parks. Much of the day we’ll be walking, looking, talking, and reflecting. Our goal is to discover each neighbor-hood’s heart and “vibe” and to examine the diversity and pulse of the Rose City. We’ll observe how urbanites spend their time, how they travel, note the work they do, see where they go for fun, and experience some of the foods they enjoy.

July 13–15 (overnight)

Zooarchaeology: Whale ExcavationGrades 4–8, $325 includes food and transportationLarry Hurst

Dig up a whale skeleton at Fort Stevens State Park! Students will operate a backhoe as well as use shovels to unearth the skeleton. This is a field biology expe-rience; students come away well versed in vertebrate zoology. Camp and cook outdoors for three days, sleeping under the stars. Each day includes a half day excavating and a half day sightseeing along the north Oregon coast and Long Beach Peninsula.

To register please go to www.catlin.edu/summer

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Summer Chamber Music & Rose City Music Academy Camp 2011RCMA Camp provides first-year beginner, intermediate, and advanced group instruction in a variety of instruments in addition to general music courses, ensembles, arts and crafts, and outdoor games throughout the day. Choose morning or afternoon half days, or full days to catch all the fun! If you’d like to add another instrument to the one you have experience playing, choose a Beginner Buds course on your new instrument for an additional $100 for full-day students.

New to music lessons? Want a fresh start or are curious about another instrument? We offer an innovative Beginner Buds program designed to be a fun introduction for those with little to no experience. With small group sizes and professional creative faculty, Beginner Buds is an excellent springboard to private lessons. You can even try two different Beginner Buds instruments for just $450 for a full day. Current RCMA students receive a $25 discount.

For more information and to register, call 503-308-TUNE (8863), email [email protected], or visit www.RoseCityMusicAcademy.com.

July 11–15

Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Piano, and Voice9 a.m.–1 p.m. (half day) $2751–4 p.m. (half day) $250 (add daily

noon–1 p.m. lunch play-in for $25)9 a.m.–4 p.m. (full day) $350

*Beginner Buds add on $100

Beginner Buds Violin9 a.m.–1 p.m. (half day) $275 or1–4 p.m. (half day) $250 (add daily

noon–1 p.m. lunch play-in for $25)

*Week violin rental $15

Beginner Buds Cello9 a.m.–1 p.m. $275

*Week cello rental $25

Beginner Buds Guitar9 a.m.–1 p.m. (half day) $275 or1–4 p.m. (half day) $250 (add daily

noon–1 p.m. lunch play-in for $25)

Beginner Buds Voice1–4 p.m. (half day) $250

Beginning Buds Piano9 a.m.–1 p.m. (half day) $275 or1–4 p.m. (half day) $250

July 11–15

Counselor-in-Training and Mentorship ProgramAges 14–20, $80

Activities focus on responsibility for 8–12 children moving between classes and facilitating group games. This course meets the volunteer requirements for many schools. No instrumental experience required for counselor in training; intermediate through advanced instrumental experience required for mentorship program. Service hours can be applied for this course. Call 503-308-TUNE (8863) for more information.

July 11–15, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Intensive Chamber Course: Violin, Viola, and CelloAge 11 and up, intermediate through advanced players, $350Jennifer Holland, NW Chamber Camp

Continue your violin, viola, or cello studies in small groups matched to your skill level. Learning focuses on intense strings-based theory, group work, studio classes, and a culminating performance. All music will be distributed the first day of camp. Teacher-to-student ratio is 1 to 6.

Optional learning add-ons

• Before,aftercare,andsiblingcareavailablefortheweek

8–9 a.m., 4–5 p.m. $80

• MasterclasseswithvisitingSuzukiinstructorsandlocalteachers

monday–Friday, 12–1 p.m. $100

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July 18–22, 3–6 p.m.



July 18–22, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.




BaseballGrades 1–4, $175Rob Nelson

Come play ball, learn, and enjoy America’s pastime with a former professional ball player and longtime coach. Rob Nelson, a specialist in elementary education, understands young ball players. He invented a baseball-themed bubblegum—Big League Chew. He has run baseball camps around the world for 35 years. Sign up for some baseball thrills and improve the skills you need to play the game well. Learn the fundamentals of throwing, catching, batting, base- running, and game strategy. You will throw and catch real baseballs and hit so many Wiffle balls your hands will need a vacation when camp is done! Sign up for some genuine big league fun. Limited enrollment.

July 18–22, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Young Authors SocietyGrades 3–5, $325Emilie Lavin

Study a great author and illustrator of children’s books, then write and illustrate a story of your own. We’ll read books by the author, study the way he or she writes and illustrates, emulate illustrations and style, and employ workshop techniques to write our own stories and make small books. Plenty of time outdoors with some possible close-by field trips or visits by local authors. This class is ideal for budding readers, authors, and illustrators.


Hoop It Up for GirlsGrades 3–8, $175Peter Oliver, varsity girls players

This basketball camp provides five mornings of fun and educational basketball. Build skills through drill, practice, and game situations. The camp is designed for players interested in improving their game, as well as for those new to the sport.


Hoop It Up for BoysGrades 4–8, $175Brandon Haughton, varsity boys players

This basketball camp provides five mornings of fun and educational basketball. Build skills through drill, practice, and game situations. The camp is designed for players interested in improving their game, as well as for those new to the sport.

July 18–22, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Music Madness: Production & EngineeringGrades 4–8, $325Michael Diltz

Ever wonder how your favorite songs were created? Want to sing, write, perform, and record your very own? Use music software (like Garage Band) and studio hardware (microphones, mixers, drums, amps, and guitars) to craft your own tunes. Learn various ways to record, songwriting styles, and genres of music (hip-hop, pop, rock, electronic, and others) while writing, composing, recording, and mixing your own music. Previous musical and/or technical experience is not required.

July 18–22, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Bikes Are UsGrades 4–9, $350Steve Morris

Spend the morning learning how to repair and tune up bikes, then load up for a fun afternoon ride. We’ll transport our gang and bikes to a variety of classic rides—Leif Erickson Drive, Powell Butte, the Esplanade, and Springwater Corridor, to name just a few. The instructor is an avid rider and skilled bike mechanic. Come ride with us!

July 18–22, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Glass FusionGrades 5–10, $350Greg Frye, Lynn Silbernagel

Design, cut, then fuse glass in a kiln to make jewelry, dishes, bowls, and sun catchers. Learn to cut, tack, and fuse glass, working with forms such as sheets, stringers, and frit. We will take field trips to view glass works created by artists.



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July 25–29, 3–6 p.m.



July 25–29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.



July 25–29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Young Authors Society 2Grades 3–5, $325Emilie Lavin

Study a great author and illustrator of children’s books, then write and illustrate a story of your own. We’ll read books by the author, study the way he or she writes and illustrates, emulate illustrations and style, and employ workshop techniques to write our own stories and make small books. Plenty of time outdoors with some possible close-by field trips or visits by local authors. This class is ideal for budding readers, authors, and illustrators.

July 25–29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Run to the SunGrades 4–8, $350Steve Morris

A class of pure fun and learning. The purpose is to make friends, learn new exciting things, and create great lasting memories. We will all have fun in the sun as we have a blast learning and playing. Each day is a new adventure and may include outings, biking, geocaching, swimming, and more!

July 25–29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Art StudioGrades 4–9, $325Dale Rawls

This is an exploratory, hands-on studio art class that includes drawing, paint-ing, printmaking, and ceramics. We will visit galleries and create plein air drawings and painting around the city. Discover your inner and outer artist as you come alive in the studio.

July 25–august 5, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. (two weeks)

Summer TheaterGrades 4–10, $725Deirdre Atkinson

Dive into a summer Shakespeare adventure! We’ll put together a Shake-speare sampler, exploring a variety of Shakespearean genres and ideas en route to creating an original program suitable to present to friends and family. After our final performance, we’ll top off the experience with a trip to the Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland. We’ll watch two plays, take a backstage tour, and meet actors and directors. The Ashland trip is August 3–5. All are welcome; no previous acting experience necessary.


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July 25–29, 6–9 p.m.

Kiln Craft with Glass for Kids & AdultsGrades 5–adult, $325Greg Frye, Lynn Silbernagel

This class focuses on making functional glass objects. Learn the basics of cutting, fusing, and slumping to create objects such as plates and bowls. Use various sheet glass, stringers, and frit to make custom glass patterns. We will experiment with kiln carving—a method of embedding a pattern into glass. A great class for parents and children to pursue together, or for anyone after the work day. Come learn a new art talent and enjoy evenings with glass artisans in our beautiful Art Barn facility.

July 25–29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Reel Grrls: PortlandGirls only, Grades 6–9, $325Nance Leonhardt, Nickey Robare

Did you know that the first time a woman won an Oscar for directing was in 2009? Can you name 10 famous women directors? Ever wanted to direct a film of your own? Get behind the camera and create an original film in this weeklong camp. We’ll learn cool techniques for lighting, cinematogra-phy, and editing, and we’ll produce story-driven music videos for local girl bands! Founded in 2001, Reel Grrls is a unique media and technology training program. It empowers young women from diverse communities to realize their power, talent, and influence through professional mentoring in media production, image critique, and media technology skills. To learn more about Reel Grrls visit www.reelgrrls.org /about.html. This class is also suitable for past participants.

July 25-29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Steel Sculpture & SandblastGrades 6–adult, $325Larry Hurst, Tom Tucker

Join us for a weeklong session learning how to operate a plasma cutter, welder, and grinder. Sandblast text and images on wood and rock. This is a hands-on experience—exciting and fun for those interested in learning to use a variety of specialized tools. You will create and take home artwork in steel, stone, or wood.

July 25–29, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Wildlife BiologistGrades 7–12, $325Peter Ritson

Train to be a herpetologist! We will head into the field to study amazing amphibians and reptiles. You will learn about lizards, snakes, frogs, and salamanders as well as the skills of a field biologist. We will locate, identify, measure, and weigh animals as part of a population census. We will study and document habitats associated with different species. Our goal is to see every type of animal—from the secre-tive rubber boa to the elusive tailed frog. Tremendous preparation for advanced biology and college courses.

July 25–29, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.

The SAT Revue: SAT Prep for Creative MindsGrades 9–12, $275Charlie Bott

The goal of this class is to incorporate the knowledge, skills, and strategies necessary to score well on the SAT into creative expression and performance. Students should bring their own talents and ideas for creative learning tricks that can bridge myriad unique learning styles to conquer the one-size-fits-all test known as the SAT. The instructor has helped individual students raise scores by more than 300 points and has had students recognized by the National Merit Scholarship Program, including a National Merit Scholar who scored a nearly perfect 2390.


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august 1–5, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Sports Spectacular 2Grades 4–8, $275Lisa Unsworth

Enjoy a week of soccer, basketball, baseball, touch football, ultimate Frisbee, and your favorite P.E. team games. In addition to getting sweaty, we’ll explore sports-related careers, visit local athletic companies and venues, and possibly attend a Timbers soccer match. Learn tons from your teacher—a former student-athlete and Catlin Gabel high school coach. Both new and seasoned athletes are welcome; the only require-ment is that you run and have fun!


Summer Service & Campus Project CrewGrades 9–12, $75Mike Wilson

Get a head start on next year’s service hours and learn lifelong skills and the value of hard work from Catlin Gabel’s grounds crew. Build muscle, have fun, give back to your community, and make the world a more beautiful place. We will be on campus for three days, and provide community service off campus for two days.

session 5august 1–5

august 1–5, 3–6 p.m.






august 1–3 (overnight)

Zooarchaeology: Whale Skeleton RecoveryGrades 6–adult, $400 includes all food and transportationLarry Hurst

With government permission and permit in hand we will dig up a whale skeleton at Fort Stevens State Park. Students will operate a backhoe and use shovels to locate and excavate whale bones for future articulation at Catlin Gabel School. This is a field biology experience; students will come away from this trip with practice in archaeology, osteology, and manual labor. We will camp and cook outdoors for three days, sleeping under the stars. Each day includes a half day excavating and a half day sightseeing along the north Oregon coast and Long Beach Peninsula.


Superstar All Sports Camp 2Grades 2–6, $325Peter Oliver

Learn a wide range of sports, games, challenges, and activities. The fun includes basketball, T-ball, softball, flag football, golf, ultimate Frisbee, tennis, water activities, rock wall climbing, bowling, team games, track and field, parachute play, badminton, volleyball, soccer, and more!


Crime & EspionageGrades 4–8, $325Emilie Lavin

Learn how to be a spy and a detective! Make secret compartments to hide messages written in a code you create yourself. Learn about famous spies and the tools they used to deceive their enemies. Visit a crime lab to learn about examining evidence. Visit a computer forensics lab, where digital evidence is used to catch cyber criminals. Create your own crime scene for peers to test out their newfound detective skills. Come learn how to outwit the enemy!


Woodshop WonderGrades 4–9, $325 Jim Alan

Design and build using a variety of hand and power tools, including a wood lathe, drill press, and jigsaw. Brain-storm, design, and develop a purchasing plan, then make a trip to buy materials. By the end of the week, we will have a completed project ready to stain and finish. This class is open to beginners as well as experienced woodworkers. Tuition does not include the price of lumber, which averages about $40, depending on the scope and size of the project.


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June 20–July 15, 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

PLACE: Planning & Leadership Across City EnvironmentsGrades 10–12 or recent high school graduate, $750George Zaninovich

Take the city by bike, bus, and streetcar. Learn how to design a neighborhood. Get your hands muddy in the morning and shake hands with the city’s leaders in the afternoon. Take action to pro-mote equal access to resources and opportunities to build strong commu-nities. Add something to your résumé or college application that makes you stand out! PLACE stands for Planning and Leadership Across City Environ-ments. Our unique program, run by Catlin Gabel School in partnership with the greater Portland community, focuses on how we relate to our urban environ-ment through smart planning and effective leadership.

PLACE is for high school students and recent high school graduates from around the region. During this dynamic, interdisciplinary, and experiential program, you will learn from the city’s best minds as they grapple with decisions that shape Portland’s future.

During PLACE you and a talented group of students will meet with sustainability experts, urban designers, social equity advocates, and city leaders and work on planning projects. Last year we teamed with community members and Portland State University professors to plan a new local high school that would serve as the center of a walkable community. Our work was presented to the public as well as city leaders and has since inspired local high school classes while shedding light on new ways to connect schools with their neighbors.

June 20–26

Elana Gold ’93 Memorial Environmental Restoration ProjectGrades 9–12, $100Bob Sauer, with Catlin Gabel faculty and staff

Build fences on Mt. Hood National Forest land to protect sensitive wetland areas, install native plants along stream banks to shade and cool streams, and add woody debris to streams for fish and other wildlife habitat. Hands-on experience provides opportunities for education about ecosystems and the need for environmental restoration. Overcoming physical challenges through teamwork and living “in the rough” provides opportunities for growth seldom found inside a class-room. For more information: www.catlin.edu/upper/elana-gold.

august 15–19, 5:30–8 p.m.

Soccer Finishing CampGrades 9–12 (or by permission), $175Lisa Unsworth, with Catlin Gabel soccer coaching staff

Work on skills, strategy, and fitness before soccer tryouts. Evenings include drills and technique, shooting, tactics, small-sided games, and full-sided scrimmages. Great preparation for preseason and upcoming league play.

special programs

august 9–11, 6:30–9 p.m.

Writing the College EssayGrades 11–12, $125Art Leo, with Catlin Gabel faculty

When you apply to college, your personal essay and answers to supple-mental questions reveal who you are and how well you write. This workshop lays out the rhetorical context for these bits of writing and provides guidelines for crafting prose that will allow you to apply to colleges with confidence in your written work. We’ll discuss strategies for making an immediate positive impression, with additional emphasis on convincing complete strangers that you both pay attention to your experiences and can share those experiences with other people—in writing! Workshops include multiple drafts, peer reviewing, and individual-ized guidance from the instructor.

Summer TutoringTutoring is available throughout the summer in all academic subjects. Tutoring can occur at the school, or in a mutually arranged location. Payment is negotiated independently between families and tutors. For more information, please email [email protected].

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step outside this summer and discover new places, new ways of looking at the world, and new strength within yourself. Join us as we raft, hike,

climb, and bicycle through the Northwest’s wild places. Learn new skills such as how to belay a climber, navigate using a map and compass, or “read” the eddies of whitewater. Share meals, sunsets, and good times with friends, and spend nights under the stars or in tents. You will discover the natural history of each place and be challenged to do more than you thought was possible. Trips are offered for beginning and experienced outdoors people.

For additional information, visit www.catlin.edu/outdoor-education or email Peter Green at [email protected]

June 15–18

North Umpqua RaftingHigh school students, $235

Spend four days exploring the gorgeous North Umpqua River in southern Oregon’s Cascades. This rugged canyon is lined with towering Douglas fir forests, draped in moss and lichen, and contains dozens of significant rapids along its 33-mile stretch. Waterfalls and spawning salmon await up side creeks. Students will learn the basics of guiding a raft through whitewater—focusing on teamwork, communication, decision making, and fun! At camp each night we will take turns cooking for the group, and have lots of time to relax and explore under the summer solstice sun. We’ll likely raft the first three days, and explore swimming holes and waterfalls on the fourth.

outdoor program

June 11–12

White Salmon Rafting & Indian Heaven ExploringMiddle school students, $135

Enjoy two fun-filled days in south- central Washington. Saturday we travel to Trout Lake, where we’ll slip into wetsuits and life jackets before being taught how to navigate our group’s raft through one of the most exciting half-day stretches of water in the Northwest. Saturday night we will camp, enjoying the sounds of the forest and roasting marshmallows on the campfire at the Guler-Trout Lake County Park. Sunday we’ll take minimal gear into Indian Heaven Wilderness for an incredible hike. This is one of the best hiking destinations in the North-west, so bring a camera! Students should be in good physical condition. No experience is needed.

June 14–15

Smith Rocks Climbing & Metolius River HikingMiddle school students, $55

We’ll head to the Metolius River, just outside of Camp Sherman, to hike along this pristine river, known for its abundant salmon and an incredible waterfall that spills out of the hillside from an underground spring. We’ll visit a nearby fish hatchery, then head to a riverside campground to sleep under the high desert stars. We’ll wake up early to beat the heat and travel to Smith Rock where we’ll don helmets and climbing shoes and scale popular routes with experienced guides. This is a perfect way for middle school students to learn the basics of climbing and for experienced climbers to test their strength.

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June 17–22

City of RocksHigh school students, $235

Frequently gracing the pages of climb-ing magazines, Idaho’s City of Rocks is a world-class destination for rock climbers. We’ll have four days of climbing on the rocks and five nights of camping among the incredible building-sized granite formations. It is a perfect location for beginning climbers as well as aspiring leaders. We will focus on climbs mostly in the 5.7-5.11 range, climbing primarily on traditional gear-protected routes, but there are many bolted routes (5.10 and up). We will set up top ropes on many climbs, and do a few multi-pitch routes as well, depending on skill levels. Students who have passed the leading on rock course and wish to practice leading will find this a good location. Both adults and trained students will belay those who are climbing. Although no previous climbing experience is necessary, participants need to be responsible for their behavior, alert at all times, and follow all the rules established by the group and the leader.

June 19–23

Vancouver Island Sea KayakingHigh school students, $450

Imagine paddling your sea kayak over the crystal clear waters off the east shore of Vancouver Island. In the distance you see orcas rising, harbor porpoises playing, and seagulls wheel-ing across the sky. Your friends are near, and you’re having the time of your life! Trip participants will take the ferry from Vancouver, B.C., to Vancouver Island—the second-largest island in North America. There we will meet our kayaking guides, who will demonstrate techniques and introduce equipment. We will spend three days on the water, camping on beautiful beaches near deep old-growth forests. No previous kayaking experience is necessary, but participants should be comfortable on the water and able to engage in physical activity for extended periods of time.

June 22

Vernonia Biking TourMiddle school students, $25

Bike along an abandoned railroad where there is no need to watch and listen for trains! We will load our bikes onto a trailer and ride the activity bus to Vernonia. The Banks-Vernonia State Trail is an abandoned 21-mile railroad offering scenic and incredible biking along the way to the Coast Range. We will roll up our pant legs and ride along the peaceful trail for as far we wish. We will stop to appreciate the lush vegetation and a satisfying lunch before heading back to the bus. The weather should be great, and we will return to Portland tired and content. There is no experience necessary.

June 25–30

Stehekin North Cascades AdventureHigh school students, cost TBD

This ambitious trip combines a variety of activities into one incredible experi-ence. After getting dropped off with nothing but our backpacks at Cascade Pass in the North Cascades, the group will backpack into the majestic Stehek-in River Valley to the town of Stehekin. Stehekin, only accessible by foot, ferry, or plane, is a quaint town in a dramatic setting. We will have views of the jagged North Cascade peaks, and will follow the Stehekin River until it flows into Lake Chelan. In Stehekin we will camp along the river and prepare for our attempt to climb Mt. Logan. We will set out on foot toward the base of Mt. Logan, where we will establish a basecamp. If the weather and conditions cooperate, we will make an attempt to summit this large, remote peak. We will descend back to Stehekin, where we will soak our bones in the river and rejuvenate in a wood-fired sauna. A daily ferry out of Stehekin carries students to a bus that will return to Portland. Students interested in continuing the adventure will hike back to Cascade Pass, where they will board a bus to the Olympic Peninsula for surfing and backpacking! There is no experience necessary, and you do not need to be an athlete to complete this trip. You do need to be in good physical condition and willing to work hard in a group setting.

To register please go to www.catlin.edu/outdoor-education

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June 27–28

Eagle Creek BackpackingMiddle school students, $55

An awesome introduction to backpack-ing! Join us at one of the gems of the Northwest in the Columbia River Gorge. The Eagle Creek Trail is one of Oregon’s most spectacular pathways, with half a dozen major waterfalls. It’s a perfect place for aspiring backpackers to try out the sport, since the trail is not too steep. We’ll hike about four miles, exploring the area, skipping rocks below legendary Punchball Falls, and basking in the sun. We’ll pitch tents in a campground Monday night, wake to a delicious breakfast, then hike back out.

July 1–6

Olympic Peninsula Surfing & Wilderness Coast BackpackingHigh school students, $345

This trip provides a deep experience in the remote Olympic Peninsula. Students have the option of participating in this trip as a stand-alone experience, or can link this week with the Stehekin North Cascade Adventure for a longer trip. We’ll travel to the coast of southern Washington and enjoy two days of surf lessons and practice on perfectly sized summer waves. At night we’ll sleep above the rolling ocean. After two days of surfing, we’ll journey to Olympic National Park for three days of exploring and backpacking on the ominously titled “Shipwreck Coast Trail” in one of the most pristine landscapes on earth. We will time our travel with the tides to allow passage around coastal headlands.

July 6

Rock ClimbingMiddle school students, $30

We’ll travel to Horsethief Butte State Park in the eastern end of the Columbia River Gorge near The Dalles, then take a short walk to the mysterious rock formation of Horsethief Butte. Students will learn basic rope technique, safety protocol, communication, and climbing technique from experienced adults. The rock walls at Horsethief Butte are less than 30 feet in height, but the routes range from very easy to challenging. Students should bring a sack lunch and warm clothes. No previous climbing experience is necessary.

July 10–16

3rd Annual Wallowa Llama Packing TripHigh school students, cost TBD

Northeast Oregon’s Wallowa Mountains offer white granite peaks, sparkling alpine lakes, and lush wildflower meadows. Spend six days hiking and camping in this beautiful area—with gear carried by llamas, which we lead down the trail and care for at night. We camp near crystal clear lakes, hike to the top of peaks, and frolic in the wilderness. Each day we hike 6–10 miles to a new mountain camp. No experi-ence is necessary, but students should be fit enough to be active every day.

July 11–12

No Trail Wilderness AdventureHigh school students, cost TBD

As a group we will decide the location of our two-night, trail-free adventure. Equipped with GPS, and overnight gear, we will chart our course. A past outdoor program trip completed the first-known descent of the Elkhorn Creek drainage which has never been logged and showcases the lush Pacific Northwest landscape. No experience is necessary, but you do need to be in good physical condition and willing to work hard in a group setting.

July 18–22

Gulf Island Bike TourHigh school students, $360Trip leaders: Len Carr, John Mayer

Join us for a five-day cycling trek in Canada. Each day we’ll explore by bike, sometimes taking a ferry to another island. Explore hidden coves, sandy beaches, and mossy forests—with wildlife and swimming holes waiting around each bend. At night we cook dinner and camp under the stars. Rides are moderately difficult (12 to 25 miles each day with some hills). Extensive bicycling experience is not necessary, but students should be in good physical condition and comfortable riding on road shoulders. Students must provide their own bicycle; either a road bike or mountain bike is fine.

To register please go to www.catlin.edu/outdoor-education

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Jim Alan has been a cabinet maker, furniture maker, and finish carpenter for 20 years. He is in his fourth year with Summer Programs.

Deirdre Atkinson, Willamette University (BT), Lewis & Clark Graduate School (MAT). Deirdre has been performing professionally for 30+ years, teaching for 16, and teaching drama at Catlin Gabel for the past seven.

Charlie Bott, Princeton University (MTS), Harvard University. Charlie tutors upper and middle school students in a wide variety of subjects. This is his sixth year with Summer Programs.

Len Carr, Evergreen State College (BA), University of Washington. Len has been at Catlin Gabel for 22 years as a teacher and administrator. He is director of Summer Programs.

Michael Diltz, University of California Riverside (BA), San Francisco State University. Michael teaches in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District. He has been teaching for 13 years. This is his third year with Summer Programs.

Debby Dodds, New York University (BFA), Antioch University (MFA). Debby is an academic and SAT tutor at Catlin Gabel’s Learning Center, an acting teacher for Young Players, and a published writer. This is her fifth year with Summer Programs.

Greg Frye, Lewis & Clark College (BA), Northwestern School of Law, (JD), PSU (MA). Greg taught for 10 years at Catlin Gabel. This is his sixth year with Summer Programs.

Alice Gachupin, Marylhurst University (MA). Before going into the world of creative baking, Alice was a kindergarten teaching assistant at Catlin Gabel for 19 years. Alice has taught summers at Catlin Gabel for many years.

Erin Goodling, University of Portland (BA), Lewis & Clark College (MA). Erin is a rock climber, artist, chef, and avid gardener. She played soccer at the University of Portland and was a teacher working with homeless youth in San Francisco for three years. Erin is an outdoor education teacher at Catlin Gabel and has previously taught in Summer Programs.

Peter Green, Williams College (BA), University of California, Davis (MS). Peter is director of outdoor education at Catlin Gabel and has 35 years of experience leading teens in the wilderness.

Leslie Hillman, Linfield College (BA, BS). Leslie has been a teaching assistant at Catlin Gabel for 13 years. This is her eighth year with Summer Programs.

Larry Hurst, Cal Poly (BS), University of Florida (MA). Larry has experience in tractor operation, whale skeleton preparation, museum curation, and marine zoology. He has been teaching 6th grade science at Catlin Gabel for 13 years. This is his fourth year with Summer Programs.

Emilie Lavin, University of Oregon (BA), Teachers College Columbia University (MA). Emilie has been teaching for eight years. She currently teaches in the West Linn- Wilsonville School District. This is her fourth year with Summer Programs.

Art Leo, Williams College (BA), University of Texas (MA). Art has been a Catlin Gabel Upper School English teacher for 16 years. This is his fifth year with Summer Programs.

Nance Leonhardt, Evergreen State College (BA), Seattle University (MIT). Nance began the film program at Catlin Gabel three years ago. She has been teaching film for more than 16 years as a professional educator and through artist-in-the-schools programs in Seattle, Chicago, and Los Angeles. This is her second year with Summer Programs.

Jennifer Marcus, Mills College (BA). Jennifer has been teaching woodworking to children and teachers for 20 years. She has been the Catlin Gabel Beginning School woodshop teacher for eight years. This is her sixth year with Summer Programs.

John Mayer, George Washington University (BA), Lewis & Clark College (MAT). John has taught at Catlin Gabel for four years. This is his fifth year with Summer Programs.

Steve Morris, Hamilton College (BA), Lewis & Clark College (MAT). Steve was an intern in the 8th grade, and has been a substitute teacher, soccer coach, and outdoor program instructor for Catlin Gabel.

Victor Morris, University of Northern Colorado (BA). Victor is a tenor, actor, and player of woodwinds and brass. He has been a professional performing artist for 33 years and teaches regularly at Catlin Gabel. This is his fifth year with Summer Programs.

Chenoa Ohlson, University of Nevada Las Vegas (BA). Chenoa has been at Catlin Gabel for four years, where she is an associate teacher in the preschool. This is her fourth year with Summer Programs.

Peter Oliver, Portland State University (BS), Concordia University (MAT). Peter has been a varsity-level baseball, basketball, and tennis coach at Catlin Gabel for five years. He coached middle school volleyball and is a soccer coach at Westview High School. Peter has served as the director at Nike’s Anthony Newman Sport Camps the past six years.

Peter Ritson, University of California Berkeley (BA, PhD). Peter is an active wildlife biologist and science teacher. When he isn’t teaching, he runs the largest citizen science amphibian monitoring project in the region.

Bob Sauer, Whitman College (BS). Bob has taught science at Catlin Gabel for 10 years. He taught for 17 years in Portland Public Schools. This is his sixth year with Summer Programs.

Peggy Schauffler, University of Oregon (BA, MAT), PSU and CGS Fellowship. Peggy has taught at Catlin Gabel for 17 years. This is her sixth year with Summer Programs.

Lynn Silbernagel, University of Wisconsin (BA, MLS), Portland State University (MA). Lynn has been the Middle School librarian for 16 years. She is an accomplished glass artist. This is her fourth year with Summer Programs.

Hen V. Truong, Concordia University (BS), Western Culinary Institute. Hen is director of dining services at Catlin Gabel, where each day he serves hundreds of nutritious and sustainable meals. This is his fourth year with Summer Programs.

Tom Tucker, Marlboro College (BA). Cabinet maker, furniture maker, instrument maker, carpenter, and jack of all trades, Tom has taught woodworking at Catlin Gabel since 1978. This is his second year with Summer Programs.

Lisa Unsworth, U of Calgary (BPE), Gonzaga (BEd), Drury (MEd). Lisa coached NCAA women’s soccer for 16 years. She has coached three sports at Catlin Gabel for three years and this past season won a state championship with girls varsity soccer. She also works with CG admission. This is her first year with Summer Programs.

Sarah Welsh, Antioch University (MA Ed and BA), American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Sarah is a painter and has taught toddlers to teens in various venues for 11 years. She was a teaching assistant at Catlin Gabel for five years, prior to her return to graduate studies. This is her sixth year with Summer Programs.

Mike Wilson, Portland Community College. Mike is Catlin Gabel grounds supervisor. He has been at Catlin Gabel for eight years. This is his sixth year with Summer Programs.

George Zaninovich, University of Pennsylvania (BA), Portland State University (master’s of urban and regional planning). George has taught leadership and commu-nity outreach for 12 years and is director of PLACE (Planning & Leadership Across City Environments) at Catlin Gabel. This is his third year with Summer Programs.

instructors

8825 SW Barnes Road Portland Oregon 97225 503-297-1894 www.catlin.edu

Documents

Catlin Gabel Summer Programs