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.
Summer day camps are limited to 10 campers, and all COVID-19 health and safety measures will be in place.
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 mbulger@co.iowa.ia.us 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.
Email mbulger@co.iowa.ia.us with any questions.
| 2022 Summer Day Camps | |||
| Storytime 3-5 yrs old (with an adult) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Bees | June 14th | 9-10a | Lake Iowa Park |
| Butterflies | June 16th | 9-10a | Gateway Park |
| Nature Art | July 26th | 9-10a | Lake Iowa Park |
| Nature Journaling | July 28th | 9-10a | Gateway Park |
| Nestling Camp (6-9 yrs old) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Pollinators | June 21st | 9-11a | Gunderson Wildlife Area |
| Pollinators | June 23rd | 9-11a | Gateway Park |
| Nature Journaling | July 19th | 9-11a | Gunderson Wildlife Area |
| Nature Art | July 21st | 9-11a | Lake Iowa Park |
| Jr Naturalist Survival Series (10-13 yrs old) | |||
| Topic | Date | Time | Location |
| Survival Basics Intro | June 28th | 9a-Noon | Lake Iowa Park |
| Fire Basics and Primitive Fire Starting Techniques | June 30th | 9a-Noon | Lake Iowa Park |
| Survival Shelters | July 12th | 9a-Noon | Lake Iowa Park |
| Wild Edibles | July 14th | 9a-Noon | 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 mbulger@co.iowa.ia.us with any questions.
| 2022 Summer Camp Take Home Kit Pick-up | |||
| (All kits will be picked up from the Dale Noyes shelter in Lake Iowa Park) | |||
| Topic and Age Group | Pick Up Date and Time | ||
| Pollinators (3-5 yr olds) | June 13th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Pollinators (6-9 yr olds) | June 20th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Survival Series (10-13 yr olds) | June 27th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Survival Series (10-13 yr olds) | July 11th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Nature Art & Journaling (6-9 yr olds) | July 18th from 9a-Noon | ||
| Nature Art & Journaling (3-5 yr olds) | July 25th from 9a-Noon | ||
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