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Prairie Backpack

College Community School District’s “green” approach to distributing information from school sponsored activities and non-profit organizations.

Camps/Scouts

Events

  • Youth Rugby Camp

    Location
    Field Across From Prairie Hill Elementary School
    Audience
    15+
    Cost
    $30
    RSVP
    May 29, 2026
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Prairie Rugby Club
    Contact
    Adam Ruff
    Email
    adamruff405@gmail.com
    Phone
    (319) 540-3660

    Information

    Ready to Try Rugby This Summer?

    The YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area and Prairie Hawks Rugby Club Coaches are excited to offer an Introduction to Rugby Co-Ed Camp for incoming 6th–8th graders!

    This 6-week camp is a great opportunity for boys and girls to learn the basics of rugby in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. No experience is needed! Players will learn passing, teamwork, movement, game fundamentals, and have fun staying active this summer.

    📅 Dates: June 3 – July 8
    📍 Location: Field Across from Prairie Hill Elementary School
    🕕 Time: Wednesdays from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    👥 Grades: Incoming 6th–8th Grade Students (2026–2027 school year)
    💲 Cost: $30 per participant

    The camp is hosted by local Prairie Hawks Rugby Club coaches and is open to all skill levels. Rugby is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country and a great way to build confidence, teamwork, fitness, and friendships.

    Questions or want to register?
    Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit the YMCA program page.

  • Trinity Lutheran Church EWALU Day Camp

    Location
    805 Hwy 151 West, Walford, Iowa 52351
    Audience
    Preschool - 6th grade
    Cost
    $50
    RSVP
    Jun 14, 2026
    Organization
    Trinity Lutheran Church, Walford
    Contact
    Sharon Blanchard
    Email
    sharon.blanchard@tlcwalford.com
    Phone
    (712) 579-5851

    Information

    We invite you to come and explore what it means to seek God with your whole heart, to walk in the Spirit daily, and to reach out to a world around you with the love of Christ. You’ll have a blast!
    You’ll discover all kinds of amazing gifts God has given you to make a difference in your world.

    Each day begins with morning alpha (worship) with songs, skits, and scripture all focusing on the day’s theme. Then it’s off to Bible studies, crafts, games, snack time, and more fun. Each day is brought to a close with afternoon omega (closing worship). Camp is led by EWALU Bible Camp Counselors and many volunteers from Trinity Lutheran Church. EWALU counselors bring with them a ton of energy, love for kids, crazy songs and skits, and a desire to share God’s love.

    Who: All kids who have completed Kindergarten – 5th grade
    ** Preschool VBS available for ages 3 – 5 years old ** $20 (cost for t-shirt)
    9:00 a.m. ~ 11:30 a.m. Monday ~ Friday ** Must be potty-trained **
    Where: Trinity Lutheran Church
    805 Hwy 151 West
    P.O. Box 336
    Walford, IA 52351
    When: Monday, June 15th – Friday, June 21st, 2026
    Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Monday ~ Thursday
    9:00 a.m. – 1:00 Friday

    Cost per family: $50.00 first child, $25.00 each additional child. Cost includes a t-shirt. Pre-school VBS cost is $20 and will include t-shirt.
    Families can pay with Cash or Check on on the first morning of Day Camp when campers check in.
    Scholarships are available. Pre-school VBS cost is $20 and will include t-shirt. For more information or to request a scholarship, please call: Trinity Lutheran Church at 319-845-2636 or Sharon Blanchard at 712-579-5851.

    To keep our costs down, we ask EWALU Day Campers to bring the following list items to check-in on Day 1:
    ** Snack ~ 2 dozen ~ (VBS kids bring 1 dozen) fresh fruit, string cheese, carrot sticks, pretzels, trail mix, yogurt tubes, granola bars, cheese crackers, etc.
    ** Drinks~ One, 10 pack drink boxes or pouches.

    Additionally, campers should bring their own sack lunch for Monday ~ Thursday.

    You’re Invited!
    **********Friday there will be a Family Program where the campers can share songs, skits, and other things they have learned throughout the week. Walking taco potluck luncheon starting at 12:00 pm and program starting at 12:30 (estimated to be completed by 1:00).

    Families are welcome to bring a dessert or a side. Everyone is invited!

  • Cub Scout Pack 214 – Spring Recruitment Event

    Location
    Schulte Park - 1288 Parkview Ln, Ely, Iowa
    Audience
    K-4
    Cost
    Free
    RSVP
    May 12, 2026
    Organization
    Cub Scout - Pack 214
    Contact
    Erin Wilde
    Email
    crpack214@gmail.com
    Phone
    (319) 310-7478

    Information

    Join Cub Scout Pack 214 for an evening of fun at Schulte Park (1288 Parkview Ln, Ely, Iowa) on May 12th at 6:00 PM! We’ll kick things off with our annual advancement ceremony, followed by plenty of activities including gaga ball, a bounce house, and refreshments available for purchase from the Grind Coffee Truck. This is a great opportunity to meet our Pack, learn about upcoming summer events, and see if Cub Scouts is the right fit for your family. Can’t make it? Feel free to reach out by email with any questions—we’d love to connect!

  • Mount Mercy Co-Ed Summer Basketball Camp

    Location
    Hennessey Rec Center - Mount Mercy Campus
    Audience
    going in 2nd -8th graders
    Cost
    $100
    RSVP
    Jul 12, 2026
    Organization
    Mount Mercy Men's Basketball
    Contact
    Aaron Jennings
    Email
    ajennings@mtmercy.edu
    Phone
    (319) 213-0230

    Information

    The camp is designed for entering grades 2nd – 8th who want to gain some serious offensive skills this summer! Our outstanding staff of coaches, current and former players will take you through the Mustang Offensive Improvement series.

  • Camp Tanager — Diabetes Day and Overnight Camp Program

    Location
    Camp Tanager, 1614 West Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
    Audience
    Campers with Type 1 Diabetes
    Cost
    Sliding Scale Fee
    RSVP
    Jun 12, 2026
    Organization
    Camp Tanager
    Contact
    Donald Pirrie
    Email
    campmail@tanagerplace.org
    Phone
    (319) 286-4510

    Information

    Calling all young T1D Adventurers! Join us for an unforgettable week at our summer camp filled with exciting outdoor activities, arts and crafts, sports and endless fun. Don’t miss this opportunity to create lasting memories, friends and learn about your Type 1 Diabetes in a supportive and medically supervised T1D Summer camp program. Day and Overnight Programs are available! Sliding Scale Fee allows all campers to attend regardless of income.

  • Age Group Competitive SWIM Camp

    Location
    Camp Tanager, 1614 West Mount Vernon Rd, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
    Audience
    Swimmers 8-14 years with prior competitive swimming experience
    RSVP
    Jun 01, 2026
    Organization
    Camp Tanager
    Contact
    Donald Pirrie
    Email
    campmail@tanagerplace.org
    Phone
    (319) 286-4510

    Information

    Sharpen your skills and make a splash this summer at the Camp Tanager Summer Swim Camp! Designed for competitive swimmers ages 8–14, this four-day camp, July 6–9, combines expert instruction with classic camp fun. Swimmers will refine all four strokes, starts, turns, underwaters, and racing strategies while also participating in dryland training, nutrition sessions, and goal-setting activities. Best of all, campers get the unique experience of blending a high-energy competitive swim camp with the excitement and adventure of traditional summer camp. Spots are limited!

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Fundamental Skills Camp

    Location
    Coe College - Kohawk Arena
    Audience
    2nd - 8th Grade
    Cost
    $140
    RSVP
    Jun 21, 2026
    Organization
    Coe College
    Contact
    Gavin Guns
    Email
    gguns@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8378

    Information

    Fundamental Skills Camp is designed to teach & improve upon the vital skills necessary to find success in the game of basketball. Each day there will be an emphasis on a few fundamental components of the game. Campers can expect to practice shooting, passing & catching, ball handling, rebounding, and defense. All drills are introduced and taught based upon ability and age level. The basic concepts of 5 on 5 and game strategy will also be covered. Each camper will also receive a basketball and a t-shirt.

  • Coe College Men’s Basketball Youth Summer Camps K-8th Grade

    Location
    Kohawk Arena, Coe College, 500 Coe Road
    RSVP
    Jun 15, 2026
    Organization
    Coe College Athletics
    Contact
    Mark Lowe
    Email
    mlowe@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 855-2006

    Information

    ur camps are designed to introduce and teach the basic fundamentals of basketball. The camps utilize a variety of innovative teaching methods, drills and games to teach these fundamentals while not losing sight of the primary purpose of camp – TO HAVE A GREAT EXPERIENCE!

  • Prairie Youth Girls Basketball Camp

    Location
    Prairie Creek Intermediate
    Audience
    Elementary, Intermediate School, Middle School
    Cost
    $75
    RSVP
    Jun 09, 2026
    Organization
    Prairie High School Girls Basketball Team
    Contact
    Bruce Dall
    Email
    bdall@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    Have fun learning the game from the Prairie HS Girls Basketball Coaches and Players.

  • 2026 Prairie Boys Basketball Camp

    Location
    Prairie High School South Gym
    Audience
    elementary, middle school students
    Cost
    $80
    RSVP
    Jun 05, 2026
    Organization
    Prairie High School Boys Basketball Team
    Contact
    Coach Kuntz
    Email
    tkuntz@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    Have fun learning the game from the Prairie HS Boys Basketball Coaches and Players