Welcome to Camp
We're so glad you found us! Camp Yakety Yak is an inclusive day camp for youth ages 5-18 experiencing physical, intellectual and developmental disabilities including ADHD and Autism and their typically developing siblings and friends are welcome to join in the fun! We also empower young adults ages 16-22 through a social skills based Workplace Apprenticeship program.
Camp 2026 will be at a NEW LOCATION: Westside Christian High School, 3200 SW Pfaffle Street in Tigard, Oregon.
Registration Opens Saturday, February 7th, 2026 at 10am
Week 1: July 6-10,10am-3pm
Wildlife–Creatures live in unique environments all over the world and some share our backyards. We’ll explore both and what they need to survive and thrive on a changing Earth.
Week 2: July 13-17,10am-3pm
Space–What’s out there, who’s out there? How far away are they? How do we get there? These are some of the questions we’ll look for answers to, but be sure to bring your own.
Week 3: July 20-24,10am-3pm
Forest –The Forest holds tremendous secrets from the creatures that creep on and inside the soil to those who live their whole lives high in the trees. We’ll investigate who does what where.
Week 4: July 27-31,10am-3pm
Ocean–The ocean covers more than half of planet earth, but do we know who inhabits the warm and cool waters? From the depths to the surface we’ll look underneath the water and discover who’s there.
Camp slots will fill up quickly. Please register early. We do keep a waitlist.
Scholarships
Camp Yakety Yak offers need based scholarships up to $500 for one week of camp tuition per youth. Families who are eligible for free and reduced school lunch, WIC and SNAP are prioritized. If your family does not qualify for government assistance, but paying full tuition would be a barrier to participation for your youth, please apply. To apply please register for the camps session/s you are interested in and answer the scholarship questions. There is a $100 registration fee for each camp session. If this is a barrier, please contact us at info@campyaketyyak.org.
Camp Yakety Yak is Unique
Our community is joy-filled and welcoming, designed to help youth to explore their strengths, build friendships, and grow socially and emotionally in a safe environment supported by professional staff.
Friendship & Belonging
Every day is full of creative activities, games, and social experiences where youth can connect, make friends, and develop confidence. At Camp Yakety Yak, every young person is celebrated for who they are and supported in a space where they can truly belong and shine.
A Teaching Camp
Camp Yakety Yak is also a teaching camp, preparing the next generation of educators and therapeutic professionals. Graduate students of speech-language pathology and occupational therapy, and trained high school volunteers work alongside our licensed professional staff, gaining hands-on experience while supporting youth with care, expertise, and compassion.
Supporting Families
Camp Yakety Yak provides support for families through engaging programming, resources, and opportunities for connection, creating a space where the whole family feels valued and included. Siblings and friends participate in camp alongside youth experiencing disabilities. Parents take part in Caregiver Connections group, offered every Monday during camp, right after drop off.
We're Hiring!
Applications are open for summer staff, interns and volunteers. We are looking for fun, flexible and compassionate people to join our team this summer.