Alumni Events
Nor'wester Online Auction
Join us for Camp Nor’wester’s annual online auction! This is a virtual community event that contains something for everyone. The auction items are provided by community members. You can bid on pieces of Camp Nor’wester history, goods crafted by community members, incredible adventures, and much more!
April Work Weekend
Three times a year we spend Friday-Sunday on Johns Islands as a small group working, cooking, eating, singing, sleeping, and having fun together. Rain or shine, volunteers help get Camp ready for the summer and include current and former staff, alumni, and their companions (must be 18+).
There are projects for all skill levels and abilities. Whether it’s your first time on Johns or you’re a current staff, come spend time at Camp in the off-season.
90th Reunion in Seattle
Join in celebrating 90 years of San Juan Spirit at Camp Nor’wester. We are hosting a family-friendly event at Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center in Seattle (5011 Bernie Whitebear Way). This is an opportunity to connect with camp friends, celebrate shared memories, and meet folks from across the generations of Camp Nor’wester. There will be dinner, drinks, and of course dances and singing.
May Work Weekend
Three times a year we spend Friday-Sunday on Johns Islands as a small group working, cooking, eating, singing, sleeping, and having fun together. Rain or shine, volunteers help get Camp ready for the summer and include current and former staff, alumni, and their companions (must be 18+).
There are projects for all skill levels and abilities. Whether it’s your first time on Johns or you’re a current staff, come spend time at Camp in the off-season.
June Work Weekend
Three times a year we spend Friday-Sunday on Johns Islands as a small group working, cooking, eating, singing, sleeping, and having fun together. Rain or shine, volunteers help get Camp ready for the summer and include current and former staff, alumni, and their companions (must be 18+).
There are projects for all skill levels and abilities. Whether it’s your first time on Johns or you’re a current staff, come spend time at Camp in the off-season.
90th Reunion on Johns Island
Celebrate nine decades of San Juan Spirit at Camp Nor’wester with a long weekend on Johns Island. Truly experience the essence of Nor’wester with folks from many generations of Camp’s history. There will be activities, a salmon bake, and plenty of singing. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve spent decades on Johns Island, we’d love to see you there. Ticketing and RSVP information coming soon.
Calendar Mailing Party- Volunteer Opportunity
Come visit our new office, enjoy some snacks, connect with fellow alumni, and help Nor’wester out in the process. We have the 9th floor rooftop space reserved in our new office building to hold a calendar mailing party. Help us stuff and label envelopes, pick up your own 2025 Nor’wester Calendar, and enjoy the company. We will provide snacks and good conversation.
Portland Alumni Happy Hour
Join us for an Alumni Happy Hour at Schilling Cider House in Portland. Stop by anytime to say “hi” or hang out! (You do not have to be over 21 to attend). Address is: 1050 N 34th St. Street and lot parking nearby and accessible from public transportation.
Alumni Hike in Discovery Park
Join us for an easy hike on Discovery Park’s trails. Meet at the Discovery Park Visitor’s Center at 11 am. Exact route will be determined by interest. Parking is available and there is a 10+ minute walk from public transportation. If you are interested in carpooling (either getting a ride or giving others a ride), please contact Kelsey@norwester.org or (360) 593-1950
Recent Staff Happy Hour
Recent staff (however you choose to define that) are invited to gather at Reuben’s Brews in Fremont. Fellow recent staff member Samantha McKaige is performing at a venue nearby, many community members are attending that concert following this gathering. You do not have to be over 21 to attend.
Alumni Happy Hour
Join us at Fremont Brewing’s Urban Beer Garden for an Alumni Happy Hour. You do not have to be over 21 to attend this event. Come hang out for a while or stop by to say “hi.”
Recent Staff Gathering
Recent staff (however you want to define that) are invited to gather at Mox Boarding House in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood for dinner. Fellow recent staff member, Samantha McKaige, will be performing at a venue nearby and you several folks will be heading there after the event.
Picnic in Lower Woodland Park
We’ll be hanging out at Lower Woodland Park in Seattle on Sunday, May 5th. Stop by anytime 10 am-2 pm to relax in the park and hang out with other Nor’wester alum.
Arboretum Walk
Join us for a walk in the Arboretum accompanied by beloved camp community member Bill Horder.
Alumni Happy Hour
Join us at Fremont Brewing’s Urban Beer Garden in Seattle for an Alumni Happy Hour. You do not have to be over 21 to attend. Come hang out or stop by to say “hi".”