County announces children’s free rain boot program
County announces children’s
free rain boot program
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The Early
Learning Hub of Clackamas County will launch the ‘Make a Splash!’ children’s free rain boot
program this month. This program will provide free Oaki rain boots to children ages 6 and younger who qualify for
income assistance programs.
Rodney Cook, the
director of Clackamas County’s Children, Family & Community Connections
Division, said the Early Learning Hub of Clackamas County and Oaki believe
the rain boots will provide children an increased opportunity to participate
in outdoor play.
“We encourage
children to enjoy the outdoors not only for the physical benefits, but for
cognitive, social and emotional development,” Cook said.
Early Learning Hub
officials at the county approached Oaki, a Vancouver, Washington-based
company, about the need of young children for rain boots in Clackamas County.
Oaki officials agreed to partner for this program and have been instrumental
in the success.
Oaki believes that,
“Exploring and learning in the outdoors is an essential part of childhood
development. We believe exploration and exposure to our natural environment
will open doors to greater possibilities for learning. Outdoor gear allows
children to explore their natural environment, while staying safe and dry.”
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for information about eligibility and applications, or contact Early Learning Program Planner,
Chelsea Hamilton, at CHamilton@clackamas.us or call 503.650.5682.
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