BASE CAMP
BASE CAMP 2020 WILL RUN FROM JUNE 15-JULY 10 IN OAK PARK AT A D97 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (TBD) AND BROOKS MIDDLE SCHOOL.
Registration will open early February 2020 at noon.
Full day, half day, and extended day options for kids entering grades 1-8 (grade as of Fall 2020).
BASE Camp Schedule
Take a look at our camp schedule and start planning for summer fun!
BASE Camp Descriptions
Check out all our amazing camps. Don’t forget, you’re looking for camps that match your child’s grade as of Fall 2019.
BASE Camp Logistics
Scholarship Info
Scholarships are available for BASE Camp. Find out how to apply or how to donate.
Have questions? See our list of frequently asked questions to learn more about OPEF and BASE Camp.
Want to know who will be teaching BASE Camp this year? Check out our teachers’ bios.
BASE Camp News
New Mosaics Grace D97 Walls
NEW MOSAICS GRACE THE WALLS OUTSIDE FOUR D97 SCHOOLS It's always inspiring to see creative ideas burst into fruition for all to enjoy. This school year you will find original mosaics by renown artist Tracy Van Duinen gracing prominent exterior walls of...
Teacher Spotlight: Guillermo Delgado
Folk Art fun with BASE Camp's Guillermo Delgado Guillermo Delgado is the kind of OPEF instructor that makes campers feel instantly at ease. When visiting his BASE Camp Folk Art classroom, Delgado had familiar classical soundtracks from top movies like...
A Big Idea to SHINE
We know how important summer and extra-curricular activities are for children. It's a thrill to watch kids engage in active, hands-on learning, having new experiences and making new friends. We're fortunate that our donors have made our robust scholarship program...