Travel with Village Home
Each year, Village Home brings travel opportunities to our families. Trips are planned based on direct feedback from the community. We do an annual family camping trip (sometimes more than one) and build in educational experiences or cultural experiences or family adventure. As homeschoolers, we know that the world is our classroom.
We are excited to provide opportunities to experience the global classroom first hand and give our kids the chance to develop into global citizens. International travel gives students (and adults) new perspectives of the world around them, as well as new perspectives about themselves and their unique and special place in the world. EF is the world leader in affordable, educational travel and we are proud to be partnering with them to create safe, educational, affordable trips. EF trips include options for earning high school or college credit, through a new, innovative project-based educational program at no additional cost to enrich the experience.
Summer Family Camping, 2022 South Beach
Stub Stewart Cabin Camping April 2022
Nehalem Bay Family Camping 2021
We didn’t let a global pandemic ruin all of the fun! Families gathered on the coast of Oregon and enjoyed time together (socially-distanced). We had a beach bonfire and morning storytimes, and families had plenty of time to get to know eachother.
Summer 2020, Champoeg – canceled due to Covid-19
Summer 2019, South Beach State Campground
On this trip, families trekked to the lighthouse nearby for a tour, and enjoyed tidepooling together. And, found an inland lake to swim in that was warm.
Summer 2018, Fort Stevens Washington
A trip into town was a highlight, as well as a tour of the shipwreck in Fort Stevens! Lots of history to learn together!
Summer 2017, Honeyman State Park
This camping trip was all about adventure! We learned how to sand board!
Summer 2016, Tumalo State Park
Summer 2015, Nehalem Bay State Park
Homeschooler Trip to Europe June 2015
AP European History 12 Day Tour June 2015
(Cities: Rome, Florence, Paris, Normandy, London
Battleground Lake Family Camping 2014
Village Home families had a wish list of things they wanted for camping and we were able to oblige! Battleground Lake is conveniently located less than an hour from Portland, it’s warm and dry with on-site group activities and water play. Campers were swimming, boating, tubing, rafting every day, all day long! Families not able to camp were able to join the group for an easy day trip.
South Beach Family Camping 2013
We returned to South Beach for the amazing beach experience and educational opportunities available in Newport. From early morning clamming when the tide was low, to a bike ride and visit to Hatfield Marine Science Center, everyone bundled up and enjoyed their Oregon Coast beach experience.
Tumalo State Park Family Camping 2012
Nestled in the heart of sunny central Oregon, Tumalo rests along Oregon’s spectacular Deschutes River. The campground is simultaneously close enough to the town of Bend to make a quick jaunt to the grocery store, but far enough away to escape the commotion. Everyone spent hours floating in the river, and soaking up the beautiful scenery.
Nehalem Bay Family Camping 2011
Manzanita is a great beach town, albeit windy! The group enjoyed easy access to the beach and the town life. Watching the sun set over the ocean in the shadow of Neah-Kah-Nie Mountain is a highlight. Some folks tried their hand at kayaking too!
Tugman Family Camping 2010
Tugman State Park is relatively unknown — a private hideaway on the wondrous south coast, approximately 3.5 hours from the Portland metroplex was home away from home for VH families this summer. Situated on Eel Lake, swimming, canoeing, sailing and boating ruled the day. We enjoyed the famous Oregon Dunes Recreation area, less than a mile away.
South Beach August 2009
Twenty-two Village Home families camped together at South Beach State Park. Together we played on the beach, explored tidepools, paddled in kayaks, swam across a fresh water lake, played field games, and sang around the campfire. It was the highlight of the summer for many!
Camping in Bend Oregon August 2008
About twenty Village Home families will explore the high desert together in August. Our adventure includes a day at the High Desert Museum, naturalist walks, and sketching classes. We even have a few brave souls who are white water rafting! Fun for the whole family!
Williamsburg and Washington DC June 2008
Forty-two Village Home travelers explored the roots of American History in a 10-day trip June 2008. We visited colonial Williamsburg, Pamplin Park, Jamestown, Yorktown, and Old Town Alexandria. In DC, we toured the monuments on bicycles, explored the Smithsonian Institution, and toured the US Capitol, among other things. Overall, it was a memorable trip full of laughs, learning, and fun!
Camping at the Oregon Coast August 2007
Village Home families ventured to Honeyman State Park on the first overnight family travel event in Village Home’s history. Together, we climbed the sand dunes, went swimming and kayaking, and ate a lot of s’mores! The start of an annual tradition!
