Custom Fun
at
The Suttle Lodge
Custom Programs
Play with Starshine in the gorgeous outdoor setting at Suttle Lake!
Program Basics
Starshine offers private outdoor programs for kids, custom suited to your family and friends at The Suttle Lodge. Starshine activities blend nature, imagination, and performance in half day, full day, evening, and/or custom programs by the hour. Kids ages 0+ go on scavenger hunts, catch bugs, create their own nature-inspired performances, identify birds and their songs, build fairy houses, forts and more, while parents get deep in vacation mode! Stargazing programs for the whole family also available. Request to book anytime!
"We booked a half day with Jennie for our group of four and six year old kids at Suttle Lake. They all had a great time and we all got to do some adulting in the lake- the best part of the weekend! Thanks Jennie!"
Themes
Lodge Life
Kids will get wild with the Suttle Lake's wildlife as they learn about and perform as animals. They'll go on a wildlife scavenger hunt, catch bugs, learn animal language, identify birds and bird calls, and listen to animal stories. They'll also explore camouflage, stalking, and tracking.
Deschutes & Dragons
Kids will go on a whimsical quest with the spirit of fantasy, dreams, and fairy tales. They'll build fairy castles and gnome homes, play in a secret fort, imagine and perform as characters from nature, and more!
Suttle Under the Stars
Kids will experience Suttle Lake in a different light as they adventure outside at dusk to explore, sing silly songs, play ridiculous games. They might go on a no-light night hike, play nocturnal animal games, enjoy a campfire (regulations permitting), and stargaze.
*Family Stargazing*
Kids and families will enjoy the brilliance of Suttle Lake's incredible night sky. They'll listen to an ancient story about the stars, look at the moon through binoculars, find constellations, and look at planets through a 70mm beginners telescope (100 x's the human eye).
"Jennie was awesome and stargazing was a highlight of our vacation. She tailored the experience and kept my 3 and 5 year olds engaged. They sat still for 1 hour (!) learning about the stars. Now they repeat facts about black holes, the Milky Way and red giants. My husband and I loved it too."
How to Book
1. Pick a date/time for your program
2. Confirm availability by checking the calendar below
3. Use a Request to Book button below, call/text 541-645-0688, or email jennie@starshine-theater.com
Your requested booking will remain pending for 24 hours after communication from Starshine confirming your requested program. To finalize your booking:
1. Pay deposit (half of total cost) with Venmo (@starshine-theater) or use credit card with payment button
2. Fill out an online registration form for each participant.
3. Complete liability waivers and email to: jennie@starshine-theater.com
4. Pick a program theme
You'll pay the remainder of the program cost after the completion of the program.
Cancellation Policy
Bookings canceled more than 14 days in advance will receive full refund, otherwise a partial refund of 35% will be returned.
3 Hour Starshine Program for 1-2 kids. Add $20 per extra child.
Starting at $100
3 hrs for 1-2 kids between 6pm-10pm. Add $20 per extra child.
Starts at $120
Custom duration for 1-2 kids at $40/hr. Add $5/hr per extra child.
Starts at $40
1 hr stargazing for the whole family. Starts half hour after sunset.
Starting at $125
Request to Book
Learn About Your Instructor
Check out Starshine's About Page to learn about our instructors.
Day Pack List
Please make sure your child has:
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appropriate outdoor clothing
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an extra warm layer (it can be chilly on the lake)
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a water bottle
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durable shoes
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sunscreen applied
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hat
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a snack and/or lunch
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optional: a bathing suit and towel (we may play in the lake in water as deep as our knees, but no swimming)
Response to COVID-19
Starshine, LLC. will adhere to all current Oregon state guidelines. All programs take place outdoors except in the case of inclement weather. The instructor has been vaccinated and boosted.
Availability
During the school year (September - mid June), I am possibly available on certain weekends and holidays, as well as M-F 9-2. I do not regularly update the calendar below with all of the unavailable times. Please request your ideal time, and I hope to accommodate you, but know that I may not be available.
Thank you for your understanding!