2025 HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
STILL SEARCHING FOR THE PERFECT GIFT? WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED. OUR GIFT GUIDE HIGHLIGHTS SOME OF OUR FAVORITE PRODUCTS FROM THE SPONSORS WHO HELP KEEP CAMP BUZZING ALL SUMMER LONG. AND IF YOU’RE AFTER THE ULTIMATE PRESENT… NOTHING BEATS A WEEK AT MILEPOST35. 🎁 REGISTRATIONS BEFORE DECEMBER 15TH WILL GET YOU A FREE KEEPSAKE ORNAMENT AND “TIER 2” PRICING.
“NICE ENOUGH”
“NICE”
“MORE THAN NICE”
“SLEIGHED IT”
2024 LAST MINUTE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Last-minute shoppers, don’t panic! We’ve got your back with the ultimate Holiday Gift Guide. Whether it’s for your child, spouse, friend, or parent, these picks will have you saying, “I totally had this planned all along.”.
Avoid landing on the naughty list and Treat that special mountain biker in your life with the perfect last minute gift this holiday season!
NAUGHTY
They Strava'd the local secret spot
NICE ENOUGH
Played hooky to go ride
Gifts under $40
NICE
Gave a random their only spare tube
Gifts Under $100
MORE THAN NICE
Follow cam’d their homie all day
Gifts over $100
SLEIGHED IT
They sleighed it, so give them the ultimate gift... The Gift of Camp!
Register for camp this weekend, we’ll send out your Volcano Beach pack on Monday, Dec 16TH, so you’ll have it before Christmas!
Also explore more gift ideas from our awesome sponsors below!
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2025 "VOLCANO BEACH" PACK
Get your hands on the new 2025 “Volcano Beach” pack by simply registering for any of our 2025 summer camps and using code VOLCANOBEACH at checkout. The pack features a oversized beach towel, sun hat, a fingerboard, beach ball, shades, and sunbum kit. There are only 30 of these packs available, and we don’t expect them to last long at all.
If you’re considering giving the gift of an unforgettable camp experience this upcoming holiday season, this is absolutely the perfect pack to surprise your loved ones with and make their day extra special. Get the pack in time for the holidays by registering before 12/01/24.
THE 2024 EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGE
THE 2024 EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGES HAVE ARE HERE. REGISTER FOR ANY 2024 SUMMER SESSION AND RECEIVE THIS LIMITED EDITION PACK.
THIS YEAR WE TEAMED UP WITH SOME OF OUR FAVORITE BRANDS TO GET YOU SOME AUTHORIZED AWESOME™ PRODUCTS IN YOUR HANDS. FROM SUN BUM, TO SENSUS GRIPS, TO DANG SHADES, TO STINKY SOCKS WE GOT YOU COVERED WITH SOME SWEET MERCH.
WE’LL BE SENDING OUT EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGES TO THE FIRST 30 REGISTRATIONS THAT USE CODE “M35EARLYBIRD” AT CHECKOUT. THESE PACKAGES WILL SHIP IN JANUARY 2024.
CHECK OUT THE 2024 EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGE BELOW AND HEAD TO OUR DATES & PRICES PAGE TO LOCK YOUR SPOT DOWN TODAY.
YT INDUSTRIES VISITS MILEPOST35 AND THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST!
YT Industries just released their Pacific Northwest tour edit, “Hit the Green” on Freehub Magazine! The video follows their team as they hop in a van and rip through the Pacific Northwest and their YT Signature Session™ at Milepost35! You can see the full edit and photo recap at Freehub.com!
MILEPOST35 & WY'EAST ACADEMY MAKES THE TOP 10 SEA OTTER CLASSIC RECAP!
The 2023 Sea Otter Classic in Monterey, CA was a big success for lots of cycling industry brands and lovers of all things bike related. And with the absence of Interbike and a Eurobike-like event, the Sea Otter Classic is the best event for bike brands to connect with retailers, dealers, racers, and cycling fans!
Top Rope Media has posted their Best of the Best from Sea Otter Classic recap and Milepost35 and Wy’East Mountain Academy landed in the top 10!
Head over to their Travel Blog to check their complete story.
The 2023 EarlyBird™ Packages have touched down!
THE 2023 EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGES HAVE ARRIVED. REGISTER FOR ANY 2023 SUMMER SESSION AND RECEIVE THIS LIMITED EDITION PACK.
THIS YEAR WE GIVE YOU THE “CAMO PACK”, FEATURING A M35 HOODIE, M35 X TIREFIRE FENDER, AND A M35 WATER BOTTLE.
WE’LL BE SENDING OUT EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGES TO THE FIRST 20 REGISTRATIONS THAT USE CODE “EARLYBIRD23” AT CHECKOUT. THESE PACKAGES WILL SHIP IN JANUARY 2023.
CHECK OUT THE 2023 EARLYBIRD™ PACKAGE BELOW AND HEAD TO OUR DATES AND PRICES PAGE TO LOCK YOUR SPOT DOWN TODAY.
COVID-19 FAQ 2022 SPRING UPDATE
Will you be able to run summer camp this year?
Yes, we are back to running at full capacity for summer 2022!
What do camp COVID-19 protocols look like?
We do not yet know what Summer 2022 protocols will look like as we ease our way back towards normal operations. we are awaiting the most up to date guidance from the State of Oregon and the American Camp Association before setting policies.
IN THE MEANTIME HERE ARE THE POLICIES FROM SUMMER 2021 THAT MAY STAY IN PLACE:
SCREENING- OUR CAMPERS, STAFF, AND GUESTS ARE ALL SCREENED FOR SYMPTOMS BEFORE ENTRY TO THE CAMP ENVIRONMENT AND THEN RE-SCREENED EACH SUBSEQUENT DAY.
TESTING- ALL UN-VACCINATED CAMPERS NEED TO HAVE A NEGATIVE COVID-19 TEST RESULT WITHIN 72 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT CAMP.
SANITATION- WE HAVE GREATLY INCREASED OUR ALREADY AGGRESSIVE SANITATION SCHEDULE AND HAND-WASHING ENFORCEMENT. WE HAVE ADJUSTED OUR CLEANING POLICIES BASED ON ADVISEMENT CREATED BY THE AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION AND THEIR CONTRACTOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & ENGINEERING, INC.
FACE MASKS- NOW THAT OREGON’s MASK MANDATE HAS EXPIRED WE TREAT FACE MASKS AS A PERSONAL CHOICE. WE ENCOURAGE PARENTS TO HAVE UNVACCINATED CAMPERS WEAR MASKS INDOORS.
Will campers be required to wear a mask?
In March, Oregon has again dropped the State Mask Mandate. As long as their is no mask mandate we will not be requiring masks. (fingers crossed this is the last time the mandate returns)
There are a few exceptions to this rule as masks are still required is Medical Facilities (including our nurse’s office).
Will campers be required to take a COVID-19 test?
Last summer, we required all un-vaccinated campers to have a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours prior to arrival at camp. It is possible that this requirement may still be in place this summer.
Will campers be required to be vaccinated?
Vaccination is strongly recommended before camp for all eligible age groups, but is not required at this time. As State and ACA guidance are published we reserve the right to change this rule, but will give as much advance notice as possible if we do.
How will Covid-19 affect my camper’s experience?
While camp was slightly different in 2021, most campers were unaffected by the differences after check-in. We anticipate that COVID will intrude even less into the camp experience in 2022. We work hard to keep the majority of COVID related changes "back of house" so our campers are free to have an incredible experience with minimized COVID related limitations.
What happens if a camper gets Covid-19?
All camps are already mandated to have a Communicable Disease Isolation Plan to handle airborne diseases like the Measles, these plans work very well with COVID-19. We reviewed our existing plan and it exceeds the standard that is recommended by the State of Oregon.
Parents of youth campers should also be aware that if we need to quarantine or isolate a camper beyond the end of their session we will be charging parents a daily rate to cover associated costs. We will pass along to cost of hotel, staff, and food directly without a markup so the price will be variable but we anticipate it to be around $300/day.
What happens if my session has to be cancelled due to Covid-19?
We were able to run all of our scheduled programs in 2021 and anticipate 2022 to be no different. However, if the camp is forced to cancel a session that your camper is already registered for, we will be offering a refund or a camp credit of whatever amount has been paid so far to use in the future. The credit will be good for up to 2 years in the future and can be used towards any of our products and programs. If the session must be canceled by the camper our standard cancelation policy applies.
You can see the most current information on the Oregon Health Authority website: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Pages/emerging-respiratory-infections.aspx
You can also keep yourself up to date by following the guidelines on the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/
2022 EARLYBIRD™️ PACKAGES HAVE LANDED
The 2022 Earlybird™️ packages have landed. Be one of the next 20 to register for any 2022 Summer Session and receive this exclusive M35 “Gold Pack”.
The “Gold Pack” includes a M35 hoodie, water bottle, sunglasses, and Sensus Grips. It’s everything you ever wanted all wrapped up with a bow.
Peep the kit below and head to our dates & prices page to lock down your spot at summer camp.
COVID-19 FAQ
Will you be able to run summer camp this year?
Yes!
What do camp COVID-19 protocols look like?
As both regulations and our understanding of the virus are constantly changing we are meeting weekly to amend and update our systems. Currently our protocol is based on taking a multi-faceted approach to both prevent the virus from entering our camp population and to minimize each persons risk of exposure if there is a positive case. Our primary strategies include:
SCREENING- OUR CAMPERS, STAFF, AND GUESTS ARE ALL SCREENED FOR SYMPTOMS BEFORE ENTRY TO THE CAMP ENVIRONMENT AND THEN RE-SCREENED EACH SUBSEQUENT DAY.
TESTING- ALL UN-VACCINATED CAMPERS NEED TO HAVE A NEGATIVE COVID-19 TEST RESULT WITHIN 72 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT CAMP.
SANITATION- WE HAVE GREATLY INCREASED OUR ALREADY AGGRESSIVE SANITATION SCHEDULE AND HAND-WASHING ENFORCEMENT. WE HAVE ADJUSTED OUR CLEANING POLICIES BASED ON ADVISEMENT CREATED BY THE AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION AND THEIR CONTRACTOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & ENGINEERING, INC. WE ALSO HAVE MULTIPLE SUPERVISED HAND-WASHING CHECKPOINTS ON OUR CAMPUS.
COHORTS- OUR CAMPERS ARE SPLIT INTO GROUPS THAT MINIMIZE THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE EACH CAMPER IS EXPOSED TO THROUGHOUT THEIR TIME AT CAMP.
FACE MASKS- NOW THAT OREGON’s MASK MANDATE HAS EXPIRED WE ONLY REQUIRE MASKS IN FOOD SERVICE AREAS. WE STRONGLY RECCOMEND UNVACCINATED CAMPERS WEAR MASKS INDOORS.
SOCIAL DISTANCING- WE HAVE LIMITED THE CAPACITY OF ATHLETIC AND SOCIAL SPACES ON OUR CAMPUS TO ENSURE THAT SOCIAL DISTANCING IS POSSIBLE THROUGHOUT.
Will campers be required to take a COVID-19 test?
Yes, we will be requiring all un-vaccinated campers to have a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours prior to arrival at camp. COVID-19 testing access varies state to state but is available at most national pharmacy chains.
Will campers be required to be vaccinated?
Vaccination is strongly recommended before camp for all eligible age groups, but is not required. Un-vaccinated campers will be required to wear face masks indoors under the current statewide guidance.
How will Covid-19 affect my camper’s experience?
While camp will be slightly different this year than in 2019, we are working hard to keep the majority of COVID related changes "back of house" so our campers are free to have an incredible experience with minimized COVID related limitations.
What happens if a camper gets Covid-19?
All camps are already mandated to have a Communicable Disease Isolation Plan to handle airborne diseases like the Measles, these plans work very well with COVID-19. We reviewed our existing plan and it exceeds the standard that is recommended by the State of Oregon.
Parents of youth campers should also be aware that if we need to quarantine or isolate a camper beyond the end of their session we will be charging parents a daily rate to cover associated costs. We will pass along to cost of hotel, staff, and food directly without a markup so the price will be variable but we anticipate it to be around $300/day.
What happens if my session has to be cancelled due to Covid-19?
If the camp is forced to cancel a session that your camper is already registered for, we will be offering a refund or a camp credit of whatever amount has been paid so far to use in the future. The credit will be good for up to 4 years in the future and can be used towards any of our products and programs. If the session must be canceled by the camper our standard cancelation policy applies.
You can see the most current information on the Oregon Health Authority website: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Pages/emerging-respiratory-infections.aspx
You can also keep yourself up to date by following the guidelines on the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/
COVID-19 UPDATES
COVID-19 FAQ
Will you be able to run summer camp this year?
YES!
What do camp COVID-19 protocols look like?
As both regulations and our understanding of the virus are constantly changing we are meeting weekly to amend and update our systems. Currently our protocol is based on taking a multi-faceted approach to both prevent the virus from entering our camp population and to minimize each persons risk of exposure if there is a positive case. Our primary strategies include:
SCREENING- OUR CAMPERS, STAFF, AND GUESTS ARE ALL SCREENED FOR SYMPTOMS BEFORE ENTRY TO THE CAMP ENVIRONMENT AND THEN RE-SCREENED EACH SUBSEQUENT DAY.
TESTING- ALL CAMPERS NEED TO HAVE A NEGATIVE COVID-19 TEST RESULT WITHIN 72 HOURS PRIOR TO ARRIVAL AT CAMP.
SANITATION- WE HAVE GREATLY INCREASED OUR ALREADY AGGRESSIVE SANITATION SCHEDULE AND HAND-WASHING ENFORCEMENT. WE HAVE ADJUSTED OUR CLEANING POLICIES BASED ON ADVISEMENT CREATED BY THE AMERICAN CAMP ASSOCIATION AND THEIR CONTRACTOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & ENGINEERING, INC. WE ALSO HAVE MULTIPLE SUPERVISED HAND-WASHING CHECKPOINTS ON OUR CAMPUS.
COHORTS- OUR CAMPERS ARE SPLIT INTO SMALL GROUPS THAT MINIMIZE THE AMOUNT OF PEOPLE EACH CAMPER IS EXPOSED TO THROUGHOUT THEIR TIME AT CAMP. WHILE CAMP COHORT SIZES ARE NOT YET FINALIZED, BASED ON STATE GUIDANCE FOR SCHOOLS AND OTHER PROGRAMS WE ANTICIPATE COHORT SIZE TO BE SOMEWHERE BETWEEN 20 AND 40 CAMPERS.
FACE MASKS- WE CURRENTLY REQUIRE FACE MASKS IN ALL SHARED SPACES WITH THE EXCEPTION OF CAMPER BEDROOMS. (BIKERS ARE PERMITTED TO DROP THEIR MASKS WHILE OUTDOORS ON THEIR BIKE WHEN EXTREME SOCIAL DISTANCING IS POSSIBLE.)
SOCIAL DISTANCING- WE HAVE LIMITED THE CAPACITY OF ATHLETIC AND SOCIAL SPACES ON OUR CAMPUS TO ENSURE THAT SOCIAL DISTANCING IS POSSIBLE THROUGHOUT.
Will campers be required to take a COVID-19 test?
Yes, we will be requiring all campers to have a negative COVID-19 test result within 72 hours prior to arrival at camp. COVID-19 testing access varies state to state but is available at most national pharmacy chains.
Will campers be required to be vaccinated?
Vaccination is strongly recommended before camp for all eligible age groups, but is not required.
How will Covid-19 affect my campers experience?
As we wait for more information to come out, we are working diligently to prepare campus the best we can. In short, there will be several changes to the daily schedule and activities of camp, but we are doing all we can to maintain an incredible experience.
What happens if a camper gets Covid-19?
All camps are already mandated to have a Communicable Disease Isolation Plan to handle airborne diseases like the Measles, these plans work very well with COVID-19. We reviewed our existing plan and it exceeds the standard that is recommended by the State of Oregon.
Parents of youth campers should also be aware that if we need to quarantine or isolate a camper beyond the end of their session we will be charging parents a daily rate to cover associated costs. We will pass along to cost of hotel, staff, and food directly without a markup so the price will be variable but we anticipate it to be around $300/day.
Is my camper required to wear a face mask?
As of right now all campers are required to wear a face mask at all times in all common areas both indoors and outdoors. Campers are not required to wear their masks in their own bedrooms.
What happens if my session has to be cancelled due to Covid-19?
If the camp is forced to cancel a session that your camper is already registered for, we will be offering a refund or a camp credit of whatever amount has been paid so far to use in the future. The credit will be good for up to 4 years in the future and can be used towards any of our products and programs. If the session must be canceled by the camper our standard cancelation policy applies.
You can see the most current information on the Oregon Health Authority website: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Pages/emerging-respiratory-infections.aspx
You can also keep yourself up to date by following the guidelines on the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/
COVID-19 UPDATES MARCH 2021
COVID-19 FAQ
Will you be able to run summer camp this year?
With the accelerated rate of vaccination and students returning to classrooms in Oregon, all signs are pointing toward overnight camps being allowed in Oregon for summer 2021. We were able to operate Day Camps in 2020, are currently operating our Academy. We anticipate that the state will approve us to run Overnight Camp as well based on the success of our current protocols and track record.
What do camp COVID-19 protocols look like?
As both regulations and our understanding of the virus are constantly changing we are meeting weekly to amend and update our systems. Currently our protocol is based on taking a multi-faceted approach to both prevent the virus from entering our camp population and to minimize each persons risk of exposure if there is a positive case. Our primary strategies include:
Screening- Our campers, staff, and guests are all screened for symptoms before entry to the camp environment and then re-screened each subsequent day.
Sanitation- We have greatly increased our already aggressive sanitation schedule and hand-washing enforcement. We have adjusted our cleaning policies based on advisement created by the American Camp Association and their contractor Environmental Health & Engineering, Inc. We also have multiple supervised hand-washing checkpoints on our campus.
Cohorts- Our campers are split into small groups that minimize the amount of people each camper is exposed to throughout their time at camp.
Face Masks- We currently require facemasks in all shared spaces with the exception of camper bedrooms. (Riders are permitted to drop their masks while outdoors on their bike when extreme social distancing is possible.)
Social Distancing- We have limited the capacity of our campus to ensure that social distancing is possible throughout our campus.
Will campers be required to be vaccinated or take a COVID-19 test?
At this point we do not require testing or vaccination. As tests become more available in Oregon we may institute a testing program. It is unlikely that we will require a vaccination as they are currently not approved for those under the age of 16.
How will Covid-19 affect my campers experience?
As we wait for more information to come out, we are working diligently to prepare campus the best we can. In short, there will be several changes to the daily schedule and activities of camp, but we are doing all we can to maintain an incredible experience.
What happens if a camper gets Covid-19?
All camps are already mandated to have a Communicable Disease Isolation Plan to handle airborne diseases like the Measels, these plans work very well with COVID-19. We reviewed our existing plan and it exceeds the standard that is recommended by the State of Oregon. The major change we have made is upgrading our capacity of isolation space available.
Is my camper required to wear a face mask?
As of right now all campers are required to wear a facemask at all times in all common areas both indoors and outdoors. Campers are not required to wear their masks in their own bedrooms.
What happens if my session has to be cancelled due to Covid-19?
If the camp is forced to cancel a session that your camper is already registered for, we will be offering a refund or a camp credit of whatever amount has been paid so far to use in the future. The credit will be good for up to 4 years in the future and can be used towards any of our products and programs. If the session must be canceled by the camper our standard cancelation policy applies.
You can see the most current information on the Oregon Health Authority website: https://www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/DISEASESCONDITIONS/DISEASESAZ/Pages/emerging-respiratory-infections.aspx
You can also keep yourself up to date by following the guidelines on the CDC website: https://www.cdc.gov/
2021 EARLY BIRD™️ PACKAGE
YOU KNOW WHAT THEY SAY… THE EARLY BIRD GETS THE WORM. IN THIS CASE, THAT WORM IS AN EXCLUSIVE PACK WITH ALL THE NEW M35 PRODUCT. REGISTER BEFORE 1/1/21 FOR ANY 2021 SUMMER SESSION AND RECEIVE THIS PACK BY USING CODE EB2021 *.
THIS YEAR’S PACK INCLUDES
M35 FAST TRACK LONG SLEEVE
M35 FAST TRACK SOCKS
M35 X TIRE FIRE FENDER
M35 FACE MASK
* YOU WILL NOT RECEIVE THIS YEAR’S PACK IF YOU RECEIVED THE 2020 SUMMER STARTER KIT AND ARE REGISTERING WITH CREDIT FROM A PREVIOUS SUMMER
Camp Does Good things; a Read For Parents.
By Kevin English, Executive Camp Director & Co-Owner.
I didn’t always believe this or was even aware of this but I stumbled upon it after my first summer at Mt. Hood as a 22 year-old counselor. It was a truly selfish pursuit and camp was just a stepping-stone toward achieving my dream. But one sweltering night in July changed my life. . .
By Kevin English
Executive Director & Co-Owner
Camp does good things. I believe this to my core. I didn’t always believe this or was even aware of this but I stumbled upon it after my first summer at Mt. Hood as a 22 year-old counselor.
I originally came to Mt. Hood to further my aspirations of becoming a pro snowboarder. After all, this is THE epic center of action sports every summer. The thought: meet the right filmers and photographers and become famous. Travel the world snowboarding on someone else’s dime. “One summer and I’m out,” was the thought. It was a truly selfish pursuit and camp was just a stepping-stone toward achieving my dream.
One sweltering July night around 1am, however, my co-counselor and myself started smelling cigarette smoke through our open bedroom window. After a bit of tip-toeing and sleuthing, we discovered one of our campers (all high school aged in our house), trying to sneak a cigarette. It’s amazing how dumb they think we older folks are. Really.
After questioning the camper for a bit, trying to do my best cop impression, we finally broke through our expected roles: a camper doing a bad thing, and me, the counselor “doing my job” by busting him. It turns out, sneaking a cigarette was not the real issue with this young man. His family was torn apart. He was confused, frustrated, and felt abandoned in a sense by both parents. One parent in New York, the other in Australia, being shipped between the two.
His suffering made me hurt. I realized that, as a 22 year-old, I was in a unique position to create a safe space for him to talk out his feelings without judgment. I simply served as a sounding board and expressed genuine care and concern.
This moment at 3am at snowboard camp back in 1999 changed my life. In the following days, I internalized how special that moment was for that young man and myself. I often wonder if he remembers that night. I remember it quite vividly as it led to me becoming a camp professional. A responsibility I take extremely seriously.
So while your child may want to come to Milepost35 because they love mountain biking, our intent is to provide much deeper and meaningful experiences. By virtue of their age and shared interests, our staff is able to connect and support a young person who may not even realize they need it. We all need support and love. That is what we do and we hope to have the opportunity to show your child an incredible, life changing experience this summer or in the near future.