The Oregon National Guard Child & Youth Program
December 2015


Welcome to the Sandbox! This is the hot spot on the playground for children & youth to play! Keep reading for information on upcoming events and opportunities as well as a few other fun activities!

In This Edition:
Article1LAST WEEKEND TO REGISTER FOR THE BALL!!

Youth Military Ball, Salem

JJ Jump Holiday Celebration, Clackamas
Register at: http://bit.ly/2015JJJump 

Article2
Holiday Gift Support
Thank you to these generous partners for your support during the holidays!
Columbia Sportswear Employee Store
WHAT'S THERE AND WHAT ARE MY SAVINGS?:
* Employee store pricing averages up to 50% off MSRP (wholesale).
* Includes all brands in the Columbia Sportswear family of brands - fully stocked size runs with new winter season products.
* 50,000 sq. feet of each brand's most popular styles and sizes.
* prAna is our newest brand to join the Columbia portfolio and we just released a new line of SOREL apparel.
 
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PARTICIPATE:
 
* Show or take a copy of the invite letter with you (Click Here).
* Bring your active military ID card.
* This invite is non-transferrable but you are welcome to bring your family or friends with you (up to 5 guests total).
 
LOCATION & HOURS:
Columbia Sportswear Employee Store
14100 NW Science Park Drive
Portland, OR 97229
503.985.4125
M-Sat. 10-7 | Sun. 11-6
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Oregon 4-H Scholarships

It is not too early to look for scholarships to help fund your college career. The State 4-H Program in Oregon offers scholarships to college-bound high school seniors who are currently enrolled in the Oregon 4-H program, and have been members for a minimum of three years, including the current year.   For more information:
State 4-H Scholarships - 1 application and your application will be submitted for all of these scholarships!  
County 4-H Fair Scholarships - Applications must be approved and signed by the 
county extension 4-H agent in the County Extension office who will forward it to the state office.  Get your application completed early and submitted. 

JGJ
Jungle Gym Journal
Tips, Tricks & More Beyond The Sandbox
From Katelynn Bock, Youth Outreach Program

In This Edition: 
  • Holiday Lighting & Activities
  • 2016 Oregon Teen Video Challenge
  • Family Activities
  • Trivia & Fun Facts
  • Events for Military Families hosted by Partners

Click Here to Read More


ORNG Child & Youth Program  | 503.584.2346  CYP@OregonBTYR.org | http://OregonBTYR.org/CYP.html
Hank Bauer, Lead CYPC | Sarah Johnson, CYPC 
Additional Resource: Youth Outreach Services
Katelynn Bock
Program Coordinator
Contractor - TSI
503.584.2394
I am here to provide your family with local resources and opportunities and to share tips on sticking with a healthy living style for the entire family. 
Newsletter Links

Oregon Service Member & Family Support Website
http://oregonbtyr.org/index.html

Oregon Child & Youth Website
http://oregonbtyr.org/cyp.html

Oregon 4-H Scholarships
http://oregon.4h.oregonstate.edu/oregon-4h-scholarships


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