Klamath-Siskiyou Outdoor School (KSOS)
Week-long overnight program
June 23 - 28, 2025
KSOS is a cost-free summer experience for youth (ages 12-14) living in the Mid Klamath region. Since 2008, KSOS has engaged over 290 local youth in hands-on watershed restoration and monitoring, outdoor recreation, and place-based environmental learning programs through river recreation and wilderness activities during this weeklong outdoor school.
2025 Ksos Schedule
Monday, June 23
KSOS orientation, teambuilding, and preparation for the backpacking trip! Camp in Forks of Salmon.
Tuesday, June 24
Backpack into the nearby mountains and set up camp (location TBD).
Wednesday, June 25 & Thursday, June 26
Explore, fish, swim, and build outdoor skills in the high country. Camp in the backcountry (location TBD).
Friday, June 27
Hike out of the wilderness and unpack. Camp in Forks of Salmon.
Saturday, June 28
Celebrate the end of a fantastic week together with a rafting trip on the Klamath River!
How to apply:
Download the 2025 KSOS Application or pick up a paper application at the Mid Klamath Watershed Council office in Orleans or Happy Camp. If you are applying to be a Junior Counselor, please also download the Junior Counselor Application Form.
Fill out the application digitally, or print the application and fill it out by hand.
Submit the application
by Email to youth-programs@mkwc.org
by Mail to Mid Klamath Watershed Council – Maya Williams,
PO Box 409, Orleans, CA 95556
OR In Person to the Mid Klamath Watershed Council offices.
Orleans - 38150 State Highway 96, next to the Post Office
Happy Camp - 64012 Hillside Rd.
Klamath-Siskiyou Outdoor School (KSOS) Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need special equipment to participate?
No! We will send out a packing list before KSOS and participants can borrow any backpacking/camping supplies they need from the list.
Who can apply?
KSOS is open to local Mid-Klamath youth ages 12-14. If you are 11 years old and in 6th grade you are also eligible to apply. 15-year-olds can apply to be Junior Counselors.
Are you hiring junior counselors?
You know it! If you are 14 or 15 years old and interested in taking on a leadership role during KSOS, please apply to be a Junior Counselor. Junior Counselors assist Counselors to keep camp running smoothly, lead activities, and help fellow campers throughout the week. Junior counselors receive stipends for their hard work. To apply, please fill out the general KSOS application as well as the Junior Counselor application.
Am I guaranteed a spot at KSOS if I apply?
Sadly, we cannot guarantee a spot for every applicant because of limited space. Having your application complete and submitted on time, responding to the camper essays, and living in the Mid Klamath region are all great ways to increase your chances of securing a spot.
More questions?
Contact our Youth Programs staff at youth-programs@mkwc.org or call 530-627-3202 x1001.
