Language Revitalization Camp 2025

Join us for the Second annual Language Revitalization Camp: “Language Strong” This year’s theme, “Language Strong,” celebrates the power of reclaiming our ancestral language as a path to healing, strength, and unity. By bringing our language back into our homes, hearts, and communities, we grow stronger together. This in-person Family Day Camp invites CTCLUSI families, government staff, language class participants, and their households to come together for an enriching cultural experience. We’ll celebrate our heritage, reconnect with one another, and strengthen our bonds through shared learning and Language Revitalization. Come be part of this journey—because when we speak our Language, we speak our Strength.

Date: July 21st – 25th 2025 Location: In-person learning will take place in and around Tribal Hall & the Community Center with various activities and sessions planned throughout the area. For those traveling from out of the area, overnight camping will be available at Sunset Bay Campground, located about 9 miles (a 20-minute drive) from Tribal Hall. Tribal Hall Location: Tribal Hall Reservation 338 Wallace Ave Coos Bay, OR

Registration Deadline: July 7, 2025 To ensure your spot at Language Camp, we strongly recommend registering by June 15, 2025. Space is limited, and early registration ensures you a camping spot.

Camping Accommodations: This camp offers an exciting opportunity to Camp at beautiful Sunset Bay Campground. Bring your camping gear and embrace the spirit of community and connection with the land. Families and Language Camp participants have the opportunity to overnight camping at the Sunset Bay Campground from Sunday, July 20th – (Check in 4:00 PM) to Saturday, July 26th – (Check Out 1:00 PM) *Please note that CTCLUSI is unable to extend campsites reservations or provide any other overnight accommodations after the end of Language Camp. Each campsite can accommodate up to 8 people and one vehicle. Yurts will be available for Elders to ensure comfort and accessibility. While campers are expected to bring their own gear, there is limited camping equipment available in case something is forgotten. If you have any questions about camping or yurt accommodations, please contact Angela Henry at ahenry@ctclusi.org or 808-809-7001.

We encourage families to learn and grow together at Language Camp. This camp is designed for both youth and their parent(s) or legal guardian(s) to participate together. For that reason, youth under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times. Parents/guardians are expected to remain on site for the full duration of camp, except in the case of an emergency.