Click here to download the 2008 Himmmelbjerget Camp Brochure!

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Himmelbjerget Danish camp is a camp for young people from the 4th through 12th grade. Most children attending the camp have parents of Danish descent but we also welcome others who are interested in Danish language and culture. It is the only camp of its kind in the Northwest. The 20th Himmelbjerget Danish Camp will take place from June 22 – 28, 2008.

Fees: $495 per camper (Please add $10 if you child will need bedding provided)

Program: From arrival to departure, efforts are made to immerse the youngsters in a "little Denmark." Upon arrival, campers go through Danish "customs", and things that are specifically American are "confiscated," such as books, magazines, English audiotapes, chewing gum, etc. American dollars are exchanged for Danish "kroner" and can be spent in the Danish "butik." Upon departure, campers go through U.S. "customs" again to "go back" to the U.S.A.

Our 2008 Theme is Kongehuset / Royal Family!

The campers participate in activities with themes that pertain to Danish history, people, culture, and traditions. They have three lessons of Danish a day, in which they learn elementary vocabulary and useful phrases. Through crafts campers can learn about Danish history or architecture, or traditions connected with certain holidays like Christmas or "Fastelavn" (the celebration before Lent). Time is set aside for singing and Danish folk dancing. A native Danish cook helps ensure that the food is made as Danish as possible.

Several of the counselors are Danish speaking and some are professional teachers. Some were born in Denmark and moved to the US later in their lives.

The Himmelbjerget experience provides young people with the opportunity to acquire an appreciation of Danish language and culture as well as leadership skills that can be used for the benefit of the Danish American community and the preservation of Danish culture in the US.

*Please note, NWDF individual scholarships will not be awarded for the 2008 Himmelbjerget Danish Camp.

For more information contact Melony Beaird, Camp Administrator, 503.452.9667 / 800.764.5272 or portland@nwdanish.org.   Click here to download the 2008 Himmelbjerget Danish Camp Brochure!

Interested in being a counselor at Himmelbjerget? Click here for more information!

Thank you to SAS for being a sponsor of the 2008 Himmelbjerget Danish Camp!