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Ketcha Outdoors

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Summer Camp 2026 Summer Camp 2026 We’re so excited to welcome you back to camp—registration opens January 22, 2026, at 7:30 AM, and we can’t wait to share another season of outdoor adventures with you! 🌲✨

 
Register Here

Ketcha Outdoors is a year-round charitable non-profit organization serving the southern Maine community with programs in youth development, family enrichment, and summer day camping. We strive to get children, youth, and families outdoors on our 107 acres of meadows, forests, streams, and wetlands to appreciate what nature has to offer.

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Vacation Camp School’s out, adventure’s in! ❄️🌲

February Vacation Camp runs Feb 16–20 with full days of outdoor play, creativity, and winter magic.

Check Camp Minder for Details

🌿✨ Register now to secure a spot!

A 4 year old camper, told me from day one “No one wants to be my friend” then to see her leave camp with lots of confidence in herself socially, and plenty of friends to say goodbye to. It was great to see!
–Ketcha Counselor

Ketcha Swag Ketcha Swag
Your favorite place, now wearable 💚
Every purchase from the new Ketcha Swag Store supports outdoor learning, summer camp memories, and year-round adventures for kids and families.
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I’ve seen such great progress in my son. He learned practical skills that have helped him cope with real life situations and watching him conquer his fears has been such a blessing.
–Parent

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We provide equitable access to outdoor experiences and gear, promoting well-being, sustainability, and resilient communities.

🖌️💥 Clay, paint, markers, and a whole lot of imagi 🖌️💥 Clay, paint, markers, and a whole lot of imagination! Our Afterschool Explorers turned the art room into a whirlwind of color and creativity—and got to show off their masterpieces to their families. 

Big smiles, proud parents, and tiny hands covered in paint = the perfect art show chaos! 🎨✨

#LittleArtistsBigFun #AfterschoolExplorers #MessyHandsHappyHearts
NEW PRODUCT Drop. Quality gear. Real impact. The NEW PRODUCT Drop. Quality gear. Real impact.

The Ketcha Outdoors Shop is stocked with everyday outdoor essentials that actually get used — from cozy sweatshirts and classic tees to water bottles, blankets, and gifts that make sense.

Every purchase supports Ketcha Outdoors programs that connect kids and families to nature and make outdoor access possible for more people across Maine.

Buy something you’ll wear.
Support something that matters.

🛒 Link in bio to shop
#KetchaOutdoors #PurposeDriven #OutdoorMaine #scarborough #SupportLocalNonprofits #mainecamps
Today our preschoolers took the stage with Are You Today our preschoolers took the stage with Are You My Mother? and We’re Going on a Bear Hunt — and wow, what a crowd! 🐥🐻

Parents, grandparents, and loved ones filled the room with cheers, smiles, and so much love. The excitement was real, the confidence was BIG, and the performances were unforgettable.
We are so proud of these brave little storytellers 💚✨
Ketcha Outdoors and the Portland Gear Hub serve ou Ketcha Outdoors and the Portland Gear Hub serve our community. Our mission and belief is that every individual deserves safe, equitable access to the outdoors. Currently, Maine's immigrant community does not have that access as many are unable to leave their homes. 

We respect and uphold the dignity, safety, and basic rights of every person. We are all part of the same environment and the same community. We are committed to ensuring our spaces remain inclusive and safe for participants, staff, and families. As such, we maintain that our spaces and programs should remain free from the chilling effects of immigration enforcement practices. 

Ketcha Outdoors and the Portland Gear Hub stand in unwavering solidarity with Maine’s immigrant community. 

Everyone deserves the right to be outdoors. 
Everyone belongs here. 

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Are you looking for community resources or ways to support your neighbors? Please see the Ketcha Outdoors Blog (Link in Bio) for links and details of local organizations in our community who offer resources and can use support.
Wait for me! #snowcamp #ketchaoutdoors #warmfuzz Wait for me! 

#snowcamp #ketchaoutdoors #warmfuzzies
Nature based classrooms offer a full sensory exper Nature based classrooms offer a full sensory experience for students, giving them rich opportunities to explore texture, scents, tastes and more. #farmandforestschool #ketchaoutdoors #snowday
“Sledding: the original winter thrill ride.” “Sledding: the original winter thrill ride.”
POV: your summer job is actually fun 🌞🌲 Are you 1 POV: your summer job is actually fun 🌞🌲

Are you 16+ and want to get paid to be outside instead of stuck inside all summer?

Spend your days hiking forest trails, swimming, playing sports, making art, hanging with farm animals, and making kids’ summers unforgettable.

✨ Paid training
✨ Real-world skills + certifications
✨ Meaningful work

We also partner with schools for internship credit in a variety of majors and fields.

Now hiring:
🔥 Senior Counselors (18+)
🔥 Junior Counselors (16+)

📲 Apply now and make your summer touch grass—in the best way. See website for Summer Job Openings.
❄️🧊 Through making ice sculptures, sliding on froz ❄️🧊 Through making ice sculptures, sliding on frozen ground, and exploring winter together, preschoolers build creativity, confidence, and connection. 

Cold days invite curiosity, problem-solving, resilience, and plenty of joy—especially when experienced alongside friends. 

Winter is a classroom, and nature is the teacher. @1000hoursoutside #ketchaoutdoors #skatingtime #iceart
Open Houses & Virtual Camp Orientations 🌲☀️ Want Open Houses & Virtual Camp Orientations 🌲☀️

Want to learn more about our 2026 Summer Camp? Join us for an in-person Open House or a Virtual Orientation! In-person events include campus tours plus simple art activities and supervision for kids while adults attend a short presentation.

📅 Dates:
• Jan 15 | 6–7:30pm – Virtual
• Apr 29 | 4–6pm – Open House (Scarborough)
• May 2 | 10am–12pm – Open House (Scarborough)
• May 5 | 6–7:30pm – Virtual

More dates coming soon!
Happy New Year! 🎉 We’re so excited to announce th Happy New Year! 🎉

We’re so excited to announce that 2026 Summer Camp registration is right around the corner, January 22, 7:30 am.

Whether your camper is returning to our beloved Traditional Camp, exploring a Specialty Camp, or stepping into leadership as a CIT, this summer is going to be unforgettable.

Our website is now updated with everything you need to know for the 2026 season—go check it out!
School’s out, adventure’s in ❄️🌲 February Vacatio School’s out, adventure’s in ❄️🌲

February Vacation Camp runs Feb 16–20 with full days of outdoor play, creativity, and winter magic. 

Register today! Details in our bio or our website!
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