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Welcome to Gorge Youth!

Explore the story behind our new site and discover how we’re connecting the Gorge community through activities, events, and resources.

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Let's Get Out

At Let's Get Out, we foster a love of the outdoors through adventuring, exploration and connecting with each other and the natural world.

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Upcoming Events

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Sat May 3

Mayfaire Festival

Rheingarten Park, White Salmon WA

Tue May 6

Gorge Families Unplugged

HRMS Library

Mon Jun 23

Little Oak Summer Camp (4-6 years) A Bug's Life Week

1054 SE Oak Street, White Salmon, WA 98672

Mon Jun 23

Little Oak Summer Camp (Ages 7-12) Curious Gorge Week

871 NE Estes Ave, White Salmon, WA 98672
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What’s 🔥 in the Gorge

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Welcome to Gorge Youth!

April 1, 2025

Hi there! Welcome to Gorge Youth—a dream that has been years in the making and is finally here! 🎉
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Making the Leap: Transitioning from Elementary to Middle School

March 31, 2025

If you’re anything like me, the thought of your child starting middle school feels like stepping into the great unknown. Gone are the predictable elementary school schedules and regular communication with teachers. Instead, you start hearing about A/B days, lockers, and parent-teacher conferences that feel like rapid-fire speed dating. As our family prepares for this transition in 2025, I decided it was time to get some real answers. I spoke with teachers, school counselors, parents, and students to uncover what to expect, how to prepare, and what makes middle school both exciting and (let’s be honest) a little nerve-wracking.
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Helping Kids Thrive in the Transition from Elementary to Middle School

March 31, 2025

The transition from elementary to middle school is an exciting time of growth and independence, but it can also bring feelings of anxiety and sadness as kids move from a familiar environment to a new one. It's completely normal to feel nervous about starting middle school. The shift often means balancing multiple teachers, assignments, activities, new friends, and increased responsibilities—it's a lot to handle! The good news is that support from a trusted adult can help make this transition easier and boost a student’s confidence as they adjust.
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