My favorite activity during the summer is playing in the rivers and lakes. I grew up with a creek just below my house and I spent countless hours in the water. My kids love the water and become stronger swimmers and more confident each time we go. They name cliffs they jump off and challenge them selves and friends to be safely brave.
Here are some of our most enjoyed locations. * Check required passes, don’t leave kids untended, wear safety gear, take your trash home and be responsible. Go at your own risk. Nature is powerful, DO NOT test her.
Sandy swimming hole in WA: 550 N Shepherd Rd, Washougal, WA 98671
Horseshoe Lake WA: Horseshoe Lake Park Park Rd Woodland, WA 98674
Dougan Falls WA: https://www.pinesnvines.com/adventures/dougan-falls
Blue Lake Park OR: 21224 NE Blue Lake Rd, Fairview, OR 97024
CerdarOak Boat Launch OR: 4600 Elmran Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
Sauvie Island OR: 38378- 9723, 38798 NW Reeder Rd, Portland,
Willamette Park OR: * note, water sports not swimming. 6500 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97219
George Rogers Park OR: 611 S. State Street Lake Oswego,
Open House Dates: Meet the teacher and see the space.
June 8th 4-5pm in person
July 19th 10-11am in person
Aug. 17th 2-3pm in person
4524 NE Going St, Portland, OR 97218
– Join an Open House and get $50 credit towards enrollment.
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FREE FUN DAYS (No sign ups required)
Homschool Connections: This is a new group I stated Portland OR specific, the goal is CONNECTION!. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DuwWgu7Qz/
Regal Movies $1: What to do if the sun is too much. Check out these movies for a fun and cheap summer activity. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HYesmQejR/
Summer Free For All: Free movies, music, cultural events, lunches and more. Summer Free For All builds community through free, inclusive, and family-friendly activities that celebrate Portland’s diverse cultures and local artists. https://www.portland.gov/parks/arts-culture/summer-free-all
Family Forest Day Fairy Fest: This event will take place at Stevens Pavilion across the street from the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center at 4000 SW Fairview Blvd. https://www.hoytarboretum.org/events/family-forest-day-fairy-fest-2026/
Educational Advocate: Theresa Jahangir is an educational advocate, educator, and school counselor who supports families navigating complex education and support systems. As the parent of a child with complex medical and developmental disabilities, she understands firsthand how overwhelming it can feel to advocate for a child in systems that were not designed with every family in mind.
Theresa works with families to identify meaningful accommodations and goals for their child’s IEP, 504 Plan, and other systems of support. She provides guidance at every step so families do not have to navigate these processes alone.
She specializes in helping families work through complex systems—including school districts, county services, and state programs—so children can attend school safely, thrive in their learning environments, and participate fully in their communities.
As a thank-you to newsletter readers, Theresa is offering a 1-hour consultation for $125 (regularly $175). info@theresajahangirparentadvocate.com
Connect with Theresa to discuss how to support your child and create a plan that works for your family. Be sure to mention the newsletter to receive the discounted rate. https://www.theresajahangirparentadvocate.com/
Tutoring: Emily provides in-home tutoring in Math, Reading, Writing and Science. She is a long time K-5th grade educator with over 16 years of teaching experience. She prides herself on delivering high-quality and playful hands-on learning. She is skilled at drawing out even the most reluctant learner and has expertise in school anxiety and refusal, negative academic self talk, gifted education, and neurodiverse minds.
Contact Emily Souther for $10 off their first session at: emilyrosesouther@gmail.com
Road Less Traveled: Julia McGarey- I am releasing my first course within the Road Less Traveled community – “From Summer to September.” It’s designed to help you get grounded and prepared for homeschooling in the fall. Each week I’ll be releasing a members only podcast, a set of five journal prompts, and a related post on the Road Less Traveled blog. https://www.skool.com/less-traveled-homeschool-2675/about
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