Prairie Backpack
College Community School District’s “green” approach to distributing information from school sponsored activities and non-profit organizations.
Events
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ExploreU
- Location
- Iowa City West High School
- Audience
- Girls completing 6th, 7th and 8th grade
- Cost
- $100, free for low income families
- RSVP
- Jul 11, 2025
- Contact
- Elizabeth Kleiman
- exploreustem@gmail.com
- Phone
- (515) 231-7133
Information
ExploreU is a week-long, STEM program for middle school girls completing 6th, 7th and 8th grade, held annually in the summer. The program is designed to help young girls learn math and computer science skills while having fun.
Two sections are available June 9-14 and July 14-19. -
J-Hawk Summer Swim Camp 2025
- Location
- Jefferson High School
- Audience
- WHO: anyone ages 8-17 who is interested in improving their swimming skills
- Cost
- Varies by Session
- RSVP
- Jun 09, 2025
- Contact
- Jessica Hinke
- jhinke@crprairie.org
- Phone
- (319) 558-2435
Information
Competitive and developmental Swim Camps
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Cultivate Hope Food Camps for Kids
- Location
- Cultivate Hope Urban Farm 437 G Ave NW, Cedar Rapids IA 52404
- Audience
- 7-12
- Cost
- Varies by camp
- Contact
- Kendal Hausmann
- Kendal@matthew-25.org
- Phone
- (319) 362-2214
Information
Every summer, we host camps at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, where kids get hands-on experience learning how produce is grown and how it turns into the meals and snacks they eat every day. We offer camps with a focus on the culinary aspect of growing food, the garden ecosystem, and even creating art inspired by our garden.
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Trinity Lutheran Church Day Camp
- Location
- 805 Hwy 151 West, Walford
- Audience
- Elementary and Intermediate students
- Cost
- $50
- RSVP
- Jun 15, 2025
- Contact
- Sharon Blanchard
- Phone
- (712) 579-5851
Information
EWALU Day Camp: Adventures Await!
Get ready for an unforgettable week at Trinity Lutheran Church’s EWALU Day Camp! Kids K-5th grade will experience daily worship, engaging Bible studies, creative crafts, fun games, and delicious snacks. EWALU counselors bring the energy and excitement! Don’t miss our Thursday evening Family Night Program with a walking taco potluck!
When: June 16-20, 2025 (9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., ending at noon on Friday)
Where: Trinity Lutheran Church, Walford
Cost: $50 (first child), $25 (each additional). T-shirt included. Preschool VBS also available.Contact Trinity Lutheran Church at www.tlcwalford.com for more info.
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Theatre Cedar Rapids Summer Camps are BACK!
- Location
- 102 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
- Contact
- Mic Evans
- mic.evans@theatrecr.org
- Phone
- (319) 366-8591
Information
Theatre Cedar Rapids Summer Camps are back! From Harry Potter and Percy Jackson experiences, future Show Choir Stars, STEAM Week and Play in a Week- there is something for every student at TCR! Opportunities available for K-12 Students. All TCR Classes are Pay What You Can- simply select the price that works best for you at checkout!
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Camp Tanager Summer Camps 2025
- Location
- Camp Tanager, 1614 West Mount Vernon Road, Mount Vernon, IA 52314
- Audience
- Youth ages 6-11 years
- Cost
- Sliding Scale
- RSVP
- May 01, 2025
- Contact
- Donald Pirrie
- Phone
- (310) 573-9294
Information
Camp Tanager is now accepting applications for our 2025 Summer Camp Programs. Available camps include DAY and OVERNIGHT programs for kids ages 6-11 years. Day Campers can enjoy weekly camp themes and outdoor adventure on our 40 acre purpose built camp facility complete with 2 swimming pools, archery, basketball, pickleball, nature programs, group games and more!
Overnight campers enjoy the same great facilities along with evening campfires, pool parties, movie nights and more!
Free camp scholarships for our overnight programs are available for families that qualify.
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In-Service Day Camp; Dinosaur Day
- Location
- Indian Creek Nature Center
- Audience
- K-5th graders
- Cost
- $55 Members, $75 Non-Members
- RSVP
- Mar 30, 2025
- Contact
- Andria Cossolotto
- Phone
- (319) 362-0664
Information
At “Dinosaur Day” In-Service Camp students will spend the day learning fun dinosaur facts and playing dino games. An additional In-Service Day Camp will be held on May 12. Drop off times are 8:45-9AM and 3-3:15PM.
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In-Service Camp: Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)
- Location
- Indian Creek Nature Center
- Audience
- K-5th graders
- Cost
- $55 Members, $75 Non-Members
- RSVP
- Feb 23, 2025
- Contact
- Andria Cossolotto
- Phone
- (319) 362-0664
Information
At “Outside the Lines (Crafts and Games)” In-Service Camp students will create one of a kind masterpieces and enjoy indoor and outdoor games and activities. Additional In-Service Day Camps will be held on March 31 and May 12. Drop off times are 8:45-9AM and 3-3:15PM.
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In-Service Day Camp; Splish Splash
- Location
- Indian Creek Nature Center
- Audience
- K-5th Graders
- Cost
- $55 Members, $75 Non-Members
- RSVP
- May 11, 2025
- Contact
- Andria Cossolotto
- Phone
- (319) 362-0664
Information
At “Splish Splash” In-Service Day Camp students will have fun exploring our wetlands and participating in water activities. Drop off times are 8:45-9am and pickup times are 3-3:15pm
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Inservice Day Camp: Winter Fun
- Location
- Indian Creek Nature Center
- Audience
- K-5th graders
- Cost
- $55 Members, $75 Non-Members
- RSVP
- Feb 09, 2025
- Contact
- Andria Cossolotto
- Phone
- (319) 362-0664
Information
At “Winter Fun Day” In-Service Camp students will get to play games and enjoy time outdoors in nature. Additional In-Service Day Camps will be held on Feb. 24, March 31 and May 12. Drop off times are 8:45-9AM and 3-3:15PM.
