Northwest Passage Dance Camp
Labor Day Weekend, September 1 to 4, 2023

English Country Dance for experienced dancers featuring two fabulous bands and callers, great workshop leaders, camper-led activities, and more!!!
"This is a great community, so just being around everyone dancing in such a friendly atmosphere was wonderful."
Come join us for a wonderful extended weekend of dancing, singing, music making, friendship, frolic, and fun in the woods at the beautiful Mt Hood Kiwanis Camp, about a hour east of Portland, near Rhododendron, Oregon. The weather is usually perfect this time of year, with hiking trails, waterfalls, as well as great dancing, wonderful gourmet food, and good company!
"So many knowledgeable dancers. Varied program. Callers were great...(as a beginner, I found) partners & neighbors were always there to help me."
This year focuses on English Country Dance and includes a full music track. You'll find our program challenges and delights you. There's ad-hoc gatherings, opportunities to socialize, and time to just hang out and recharge in the idyllic surroundings.

Learn new skills, enjoy new friends, and make wonderful new memories.
"The best part was the warmth of community, high level dancing, and the opportunity to experience excellent callers & hear fabulous music."

Photo provided by Stewart Hall
2023 Staff

Goldcrest (Daron Douglas, Paul Oorts, Dave Wiesler)

Fine Companions (Betsy Branch, Lisa Scott, Bill Tomczak, Erik Weberg)

Orly Krasner
Brad Foster
and more!
REGISTRATION IS OPEN

Our initial registration window is May 1st through May 28th. On May 29th, we'll evaluate the number of paid registrations and donations received and determine if we can cover the main fixed camp expenses. If we can't, we'll cancel camp and refund registrations. If there's sufficient community support and funding to proceed, registration will remain open until we reach our maximum capacity.

Maximum camp cost is $430 ($400 for offsite, tent, or car/RV camping - see registration form for all options/prices) for 4 days/3 nights covering food, lodging, and program.  You'll have good times and meet good folks at no extra charge!

Northwest Passage is a Portland Country Dance Community (PCDC) event. Grants of $100 are available for PCDC members. Anyone can apply regardless of need.

Northwest Passage is a fragrance free camp.

At PCDC, we strive to have an inclusive and safe environment for all people, regardless of race, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression. If you experience or see anything questionable, please let an organizer know. Thanks for helping to make our dances a safe and welcoming space for all!