Summer Day Camps
In the summer we offer nature day camps for different age groups. Day campers spend their days exploring the habitats of Iowa County, trying out exciting outdoor activities, discovering nature, and having fun! Each week we will have different topics for the following age groups: Storytime (3-5 years old), Nestling (6-9 years old) and Jr. Naturalist (10-13 years old). See a list of this summers offerings below.
Pre-registration for summer day camp will open on April 1st on the follow website. https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Iowa/Events.aspx
To complete registration a ICCB Summer Camp Health Emergency Form must be completed and turned in to mblair@iowacounty.iowa.gov The form can be found on the registration website page.
Once all materials and payment is received, you will receive a confirmation email with additional information and details about camp.
| 2023 Summer Day Camps | |||
| Storytime (3-5 yrs old with an adult) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Reptiles | June 8th | 9-10a | Lake Iowa Park |
| Birds | July 13th | 9-10a | Gateway Park |
| Nestling Camp (6-9 yrs old) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Nature Journaling and Sound Mapping | June 20th | 9-11a | Gunderson Wildlife Area |
| Birds | July 18th | 9-11a | Gateway Park |
| Jr Naturalist Survival Series (10-13 yrs old) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Survival Basics | June 22th | 9a-Noon | Lake Iowa Park |
| Wild Edibles | July 20th | 9a-Noon | Lake Iowa Park |
| Kid’s Garden Camp (6 yrs and older) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Plant It! | June 6th | 9-11a | Lake Iowa Park |
| Care for It! | July 11th | 9-11a | Lake Iowa Park |
| Cook with It! | August 8th | 9-11a | Lake Iowa Park |
Summer Camp Take Home Kits
Iowa County Conservation will be offering Summer Camp Take Home Kits this summer. All kits will be FREE, and made possible by the Friends of Iowa County Conservation Foundation!
We have put together some fun activities with take home kits so you can learn about and explore nature at home! Each week we will have different topics for the following age groups: Storytime (3-5 years old), Nestling (6-9 years old) and Jr. Naturalist (10-13 years old).
Kits will be distributed at Lake Iowa Park on Monday from 9a to Noon each day. Virtual resources and videos will also be sent by email for the topics as part of the summer camp kits.
Summer Camp take home kits are limited to 20 campers, and Pre-registration is Required. Pre-registration for summer camp take home kits will open on April 1st on this website. https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Iowa/Events.aspx
You will receive a confirmation email if the kits are still available with additional information about the kit pick up times and location. Email mblair@iowacounty.iowa.gov with any questions.
| 2023 Summer Camp Take Home Kits | |||
| (All kits will be picked up from the Dale Noyes shelter locater at Lake Iowa Park) | |||
| Topic and Age Group | Pick Up Date and Time | ||
| Nature Art (3-5 yr olds) | June 5th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Nature Art (6-9 yr olds) | June 12th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Bow Drill (10-13 yr olds) | June 26th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Wild Edibles (10-13 yr olds) | July 10th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Birds (6-9 yr olds) | July 17th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Birds (3-5 yr olds) | July 24th from 9a-Noon | ||
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