Registration deposit for summer 2025
Summer 2025 Oak Adventurers at Elk Rock (ages 8-11)
For kids who want to develop independence, resilience, and leadership skills in the outdoors.
With Emilee Hunter, OTD, OTR/L
🌿 Oak Adventurers takes outdoor play to the next level! Designed for older kids who love adventure but need help with frustration tolerance, teamwork, or confidence, this group will vary based on the interests of the kids enrolled, but often includes map-reading, outdoor survival games, and both structured and unstructured team challenges. Kids will develop perseverance, leadership, and problem-solving skills while building strong connections with their peers.
✔️ Develops resilience & frustration tolerance
✔️ Fosters teamwork & leadership skills
✔️ Builds motor coordination & confidence
When: Starts Tuesday, June 24th: 10 Tuesdays 3:30-5:00, rain or shine
Where: Elk Rock Island in Milwaukie
Through activities like hiking and nature exploration, participants will develop
Emotional control
Problem-solving abilities
Adaptability and cooperation
Confidence and focus, balance, strength, and endurance
Gross and fine motor skills, Sensory integration, Risk assessment and safety awareness.
250 Deposit
+ 97.00 per week OR two installments of 475.00 (includes 10 90 minute group sessions + 2 parent consultation sessions)
Dr. Emilee Hunter, OTD, OTR/L
your Social Group Leader
Hi, I’m new here :) I recently moved to Portland after spending my first few decades in the midwest. I was born and raised in Des Moines, Iowa and then moved to Omaha, Nebraska in 2010 to attend college at Creighton University. In exchange for a lot of dollars, time, and energy, I earned a BA of psychology (2014), most of my Masters of Theology (2015—long story), and my doctorate of Occupational Therapy (2018).
In the past six years as an occupational therapist, I have worked alongside some of the best and brightest colleagues and clients. My passion for pediatrics evolved into a love of working with the whole family and facilitating the growth of relationships using the DIR/Floortime model. I hold a level 1 certification in DIR/Floortime from Profectum as well as level 1 sensory integration from the STAR Institute. I took a deep dive into the world of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and use several of the tenants in DBT to support my clients and their families. My current areas of growing interest are Internal Family Systems (IFS) and the Polyvagel Theory. You can usually find me with my nose in a book or calling up a friend of a friend who knows somebody in the field I am learning more about!
FAQ
Where do sessions take place?
All sessions take place outdoors in Portland-area parks and natural spaces. We’ll provide specific locations and parking details after registration.
What happens if the weather is bad?
We run sessions in most weather (rain is part of nature play!). If conditions are unsafe—such as high winds, poor air quality, or lightning—we’ll notify you via Spruce with cancellation or rescheduling info.
How long is each group or session?
Most groups run for a 10-week season, with each session lasting 75–90 minutes. Mini Groups are around 5 sessions. Individual sessions are scheduled separately and typically last 50 minutes.
What’s the difference between therapy groups and social groups?
Our therapy groups are billed as occupational therapy and include goal-setting and direct documentation. Our social groups are run by OTs but focus on co-regulation, movement, and connection in a more playful, flexible format. Both include strong therapeutic support!
Do you take insurance?
We are an out-of-network provider. Families pay upfront and receive a superbill upon request that they can submit to their insurance for possible reimbursement.
How do I know which program is right for my child?
After submitting your inquiry form, we’ll review your responses and reach out to schedule a brief call to match you with the best-fit therapist or group.
Can my child attend more than one group or session?
Yes! If it’s a good fit developmentally and scheduling allows, some families choose to enroll in multiple offerings to build consistency and support.
What should my child bring to group?
We’ll send a full packing list after registration, but basics include weather-appropriate clothing, water, a snack, and any necessary medications or medical info.