• Native Youth Performing Arts Camp

    July 27-31, 2026

  • Application Form

    Led by Native professional artists and designed for Native youth. This is a free performing arts sleep away camp, held on the campus of Portland State University in Portland, OR from July 27th - July 31st, 2026.

  • Applications are processed weekly. Expect to hear back from us within 7-14 business days regarding your application to the program. The deadline to apply is June 1st, 2026. Please note applying does not guarantee acceptance into the program. We will notify all accepted participants by June 12th, 2025.

  • Camper Information

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  • Parent/Guardian Information

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  • Would the camper prefer to bunk alone or with a roommate? While we take preferences into consideration, we cannot guarantee them. Most rooms are doubles.*

  • Emergency Information

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  • Travel Stipend

    NOTE: Travel stipend amounts are dependent on how many campers request them and the travel distance of each camper. You will be required to submit travel expense receipts to us in order to receive the travel stipend. Travel stipends will likely not cover all of your expenses. They are a small stipend intended to go toward your travel expenses. We encourage you to reach out to your tribe for travel expense support.
  • Would you like us to send you a travel stipend application form?

  • Health Provider Information

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  • Dietary Information

  • Is your child a vegetarian?
  • Does your child have a gluten allergy or intolerance?

  • Camper Medical History

    Native Performing Arts Network keeps all personal information private and confidential. This information is important for our staff in the field to be prepared to support your camper.
  • Will your child bring an Epi Pen to camp?
  • Will your child bring an inhaler to camp?
  • Allergies (Please list food allergies in the "Dietary Needs" section above)*

  • Medication Notice

    If your child is caught with drugs, prescribed or not prescribed, that were not logged with staff during camper check-in, this is grounds for dismissal and your child will be sent home. You will be responsible for picking them up immediately.
  • Is your camper taking any medication?*

  • COVID-19 Health Screening

    The end of the state’s Covid-19 state of emergency on Feb. 28, 2023 effectively ends its current plan to add Covid-19 vaccinations to the list of 10 vaccinations children are required to have to attend school in person. We continue to strongly recommend Covid-19 immunization for students and staff to keep everyone safer in the classroom. Please do not send your child to camp if they are feeling ill, have a fever, present with flu-like symptoms, and/or have been exposed to someone who is ill. We will continue to do a thorough health check of all campers arriving at camp. If your camper is ill at camp, you (or another designated responsible adult) may be required to pick up your child. At this time, we anticipate no masking or COVID testing (pre-arrival or during camp) for the summer of 2026. We have learned over the past few summers, however, that masking and/or testing may be required if there is a significant risk of exposure at the time of your child’s camp session. We will have rapid tests and masks on-hand to implement in the event they are needed.

  • Waivers

    COVID-19 PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT (INCLUDING ASSUMPTION OF RISKS, RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION). REQUIRED FOR ALL CAMPERS. Minor Participant Waiver, Release, Indemnification of All Claims & Covenant Not to Sue. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS THE LEGAL RIGHTS OF CAMPERS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THE EVENT OF AN INJURY OR LOSS DUE TO COVID-19

  • SARS-Cov 2 / Coronavirus / COVID-19 Warning & Disclaimer:

    Native Performing Arts Network has developed policies for Native Youth Performing Arts Camp operations based on state, county and CDC guidelines. However, COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that spreads easily through person-to-person contact. COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, personal injury, permanent disability, and death. COVID-19 can be fatal to older people and people of any age with underlying health issues. In rare instances, children might contract “multi-system inflammatory syndrome in children (MIS-C)” due to potential COVID-19 exposure; while rare, this can cause serious illness or death in children. In addition, there is much we still don’t know about the novel coronavirus. Participating in camp programs or accessing Portland State University facilities could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19. While we are taking precautions and following national and state guidelines to limit the spread the coronavirus, Native Performing Arts Network cannot warrant that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in camp programs or accessing Portland State University facilities.

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  • Waivers and Agreements

    Please read the following waivers and agreements carefully. They include release of liability and waiver of legal rights, and deprive you of the ability to sue certain parties. By agreeing electronically, you acknowledge that you have both read and understood all text presented to you as part of the registration process.

  • In consideration of being allowed to participate in any way in Native Performing Arts Network related events and activities, the undersigned acknowledges, and agrees that:

  • Participant Agreement

    (INCLUDING ASSUMPTION OF RISKS, RELEASE AND INDEMNIFICATION). REQUIRED FOR ALL CAMPERS. PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE AGREEMENT CAREFULLY. IT AFFECTS THE LEGAL RIGHTS OF PARTICIPANTS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THE EVENT OF AN INJURY OR OTHER LOSS.

  • All Participants age 18 and older, including all teachers and chaperones, (referred to as “Adult Participants”), must sign this Participant Agreement. At least one parent or legal guardian (both referred to as “Parent”) must sign on behalf of themselves individually as well as on behalf of their minor child or ward (referred to as “Minor Participant”). The term “I” as used in this Participant Agreement refers to the Adult Participant and/or Parent. The term “Program” refers to the Native Performing Arts Network program in which a Participant has enrolled. In consideration of the Program, services, benefits and amenities provided by Native Performing Arts Network, a 501c3, I hereby understand, acknowledge and agree as follows, on behalf of myself and my Minor Participant (if applicable):

  • Activities and Risks

    Activities vary from program to program, and may include hiking, swimming, volleyball, basketball, or other recreational activities available on campus. I understand that the Program exposes Participants to a variety of risks and hazards, foreseen and unforeseen, some of which are inherent and cannot be eliminated without fundamentally altering the unique character of the Program. These inherent risks include, but are not limited to, environmental risks and hazards, including deep water; plants; insect stings and bites; exposure to allergens including food allergens; accidents; problems arising from a Participant’s loss of balance or inability to follow directions; and unpredictable forces of nature, including weather that may change to extreme conditions without notice. Possible injuries and illnesses include allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis; high altitude illnesses; sunburn, heatstroke, dehydration, and other heat related conditions; infectious disease; musculoskeletal injuries; and other possible serious conditions or injuries, including death.

  • Assumption of the Risks

    I understand that the description of the risks involved in Native Performing Arts Network activities set forth above is not complete, and that other risks may result in property loss, personal injury, or death. On behalf of myself and my Minor Participant (if applicable), I agree to assume, to the maximum extent permitted by law, all risks of participation in the Program, whether known or unknown, and whether or not such risks are described above. I understand that participation in the Program is entirely voluntary, and I consent to participation with full knowledge of the possible risks of such participation. If the Participant is a minor child, I have discussed the Program activities and risks with them, and confirm that the child wishes to participate in the Program. I confirm that I, and my Minor Participant (if applicable) is/are physically and mentally capable of participating in all Program activities.

  • Release and Indemnification

    I, an Adult Participant or Parent of a Minor Participant, for myself and on behalf of such Minor Participant, agree to release, indemnify, protect, and hold harmless, and promise not to sue, Native Performing Arts Network and/or any of its officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, and insurers (the “Released Parties”), to the maximum extent permitted by law, with respect to any and all claims, demands, damages, attorneys’ fees, litigation costs, losses, or liabilities, including, but not limited to, claims for property loss, personal injury and/or wrongful death, which I or my Minor Participant may suffer, arising out of or in any way related to my, or my Minor Participant’s, participation in the Program. The claims hereby released and indemnified against include those caused by or arising from the negligence of a Released Party, or any of them, but not those caused by their gross negligence or willful misconduct.

  • Medical Authorization

    I represent that the medical information I have provided above is current, accurate and complete. I authorize Native Performing Arts Network staff to administer first aid, including, where permitted by applicable law, the administration of epinephrine by auto-injector, as well as the administration of “over the counter” medications, including aspirin, Tylenol, ibuprofen, Benadryl, Neosporin, Imodium, laxatives and similar medications. If my Minor Participant has a known life-threatening allergy, or if I have been advised by a health-care provider that the Minor Participant should be prepared for a possible serious allergic reaction, my Minor Participant has been provided with auto-injectable epinephrine and has been instructed by a physician as to its use; in addition, I have instructed my Minor Participant to have the auto-injectable epinephrine on their person and available at all times during the Program. If my Minor Participant is enrolling in the Program as part of a school or other group, I have also informed the person in charge of the school or other group of this allergy and any applicable physician - prescribed protective measures. I authorize any adult chaperone or member of Native Performing Arts Network staff to obtain medical care for my Minor Participant (or for me, if I am unable to consent), and hereby consent to any X-ray, examination, anesthetic, diagnosis, treatment and/or hospital care that may be recommended by a licensed physician and/or dentist. In the event of minor illnesses or injuries, I understand that Native Performing Arts Network will attempt to contact me at the earliest practicable opportunity. In the event of a major illness or injury, I understand that Native Performing Arts Network will attempt to contact me before the commencement of any medical treatment, unless my Minor Participant’s condition is such that treatment must be commenced immediately before contact with me can be made. If I cannot be reached, this authorization remains in full force and effect. I agree to assume full financial responsibility for the costs of any early departure, and/or medical care or treatment that I or my Minor Participant may receive (including transportation to and from the Program). I understand that Native Performing Arts Network may find it necessary to terminate the Program or an activity within the Program, whether due to forces of nature, medical necessity, problems in the group or other reasons that Native Performing Arts Network, in its sole discretion, deems prudent, and agree that it may do so. I understand that Native Performing Arts Network reserves the right to refuse participation to any person who Native Performing Arts Network determines, in its sole discretion, may present a risk of harm to themselves or others, and agree that it may do so. 

  • Other Provisions

  • Medical Release and Authorization As Parent and/or Guardian of the named camper, I hereby authorize the diagnosis and treatment by a qualified and licensed medical professional, of the minor child, in the event of a medical emergency, which in the opinion of the attending medical professional, requires immediate attention to prevent further endangerment of the minor’s life, physical disfigurement, physical impairment, or other undue pain, suffering or discomfort, if delayed. Permission is hereby granted to the attending physician to proceed with any medical or minor surgical treatment, x-ray examination and immunizations for the named child. In the event of an emergency arising out of serious illness, the need for major surgery, or significant accidental injury, I understand that every attempt will be made by the attending physician to contact me in the most expeditious way possible. This authorization is granted only after a reasonable effort has been made to reach me. Permission is also granted to Native Performing Arts Network and its affiliates including teachers, chaperones, and staff to provide the needed emergency treatment prior to the child’s admission to the medical facility. Release authorized on the dates and/or duration of the registered season. This release is authorized and executed of my own free will, with the sole purpose of authorizing medical treatment under emergency circumstances, for the protection of life and limb of the named minor child, in my absence.

  • Informed Consent and Acknowledgement I hereby give my approval for my child’s participation in any and all activities prepared by Native Performing Arts Network during the selected camp. In exchange for the acceptance of said child’s candidacy by Native Performing Arts Network, I assume all risk and hazards incidental to the conduct of the activities, and release, absolve and hold harmless Native Performing Arts Network and all its respective officers, agents, and representatives from any and all liability for injuries to said child arising out of traveling to, participating in, or returning from selected camp sessions. In case of injury to said child, I hereby waive all claims against Native Performing Arts Network including all teachers, chaperones, staff and afilliates, all participants, sponsoring agencies, advertisers, and, if applicable, owners and lessors of premises used to conduct the event.

  • Confirmation BY ACKNOWLEDGING AND SIGNING BELOW, I AM DELIVERING AN ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE THAT WILL HAVE THE SAME EFFECT AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE. THE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE WILL BE EQUALLY AS BINDING AS AN ORIGINAL MANUAL PAPER SIGNATURE.
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