BIPOC Family Camp is an all-ages weekend family retreat for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) families to enjoy the outdoors and spend time together.
Join us this fall, September 26-27, 2026!
Event Details
The “Why” of BIPOC Family Camp
We acknowledge that BIPOC youth and families have historically faced exclusion from experiences such as summer camps and access to outdoor spaces and activities. We believe that camps offer vital opportunities for social and emotional growth and help develop essential life skills that benefit everyone, particularly children who may lack access. Camps enable kids and families to connect with nature, grow more comfortable spending time outdoors, interact with each other away from screens and the stresses of daily life, and participate in guided outdoor recreation activities like hiking, archery, campfire, and more.
Camp Fire is dedicated to providing safe and enjoyable outdoor opportunities for BIPOC youth and families, enhancing the accessibility of outdoor programs for BIPOC youth, and increasing the representation of BIPOC youth in camp programs. By offering BIPOC Family Camp, we aim to help BIPOC families gain confidence in outdoor settings and improve access to camp programs for BIPOC youth.
Schedule and Activities
This camp will begin Saturday morning and end Sunday afternoon. There are also options to attend on Saturday only for our workshops, or Sunday only for our free family play day and BBQ.
Arrive at camp Saturday and choose from a range of classic camp activities such as archery, arts and crafts, nature exploration, outdoor skills, and more. End the evening with a campfire and s’mores.
Join us on Sunday for drop-in games and activities, or time in nature. Finish the day with a big lunch BBQ!
Facilities
Meals
Meals provided this weekend include breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday; and breakfast and lunch on Sunday. Meals will be served buffet-style in our dining hall. Most dietary needs can be accommodated, so please provide any dietary restrictions during the registration process. Our coffee and tea bar will also be open during this event.
Lodging
Camp Sealth’s facilities are rustic but comfortable. Our all-season cabins have heat and electricity, as well as twin beds with foam mattresses. You will need to bring your own bedding, including sleeping bags, pillows, and/or sheets/blankets. Bathrooms and showers are located in separate buildings in each cabin area. Limited Wi-Fi is available in some camp areas but not in most cabins. A limited number of accessible cabins are available. See photos of our cabins here.
For Family Camps, each family is assigned their own room, although they may share a building with another family. If you are attending with friends or family on separate registrations, you may request to stay in the same cabin or nearby.
Location
Camp Sealth is located on Vashon Island, Washington, with 360 acres of pristine forest and over a mile of private beach along Colvos Passage. To reach Vashon Island, you will need to take a ferry from Tacoma, West Seattle, or Port Orchard. Please check the WSDOT website for ferry schedules and ticket prices.
Registration
Registration Open: June 26 – August 26, 2026
Event Dates: September 26 – 27, 2026
Eligibility: This event is open to all BIPOC-identifying people and their families—however you define family. It is open to all ages, but children under age 18 must attend with an adult.
Cost: We offer reduced and tiered pricing to make this event accessible to everyone. We invite families to pay at the rate that is comfortable for them; your choice is confidential and will not impact your camp experience in any way. (Tier C is closest to the full price of camp.)
- Tier A: $15
- Tier B: $55
- Tier C: $105
- Sunday-Only: Free
All family members attending must register, even for the Sunday free day.
Financial Assistance
If the cost associated with tiered pricing is still a barrier for your family, we encourage you to pursue a financial assistance application. Completed assistance request packets are due no later than August 26, 2026 to be reviewed and considered. More information about the application process and eligibility criteria can be found here:
Contact
For questions about registration, payment, financial aid, or cancellations, contact Kim Roeser (Office Manager, Camp Sealth) at kimr@campfireseattle.org.
For any other questions about this event, contact Natalie Copeland (Director of Events and Community Outreach, Camp Sealth) at nataliec@campfireseattle.org
We welcome volunteers and workshop leaders! To learn more about volunteering for BIPOC Family Camp, please visit our Volunteer Opportunities page.
