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Wild Wanderers at Hitchcock Nature Center

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021 to Thursday, July 1, 2021
8:00am to 1:00pm Add to Calendar

Hitchcock Nature Center
27792 Ski Hill Loop
Honey Creek, Iowa 51542

Ages
Campers Entering 5th & 6th Grade

Cost
$75.00 per person, campers entering 5th & 6th Grade

Students entering 5th & 6th Grade will expand their outdoor knowledge during Wild Wanderers at Hitchcock Nature Center June 29th through July 1st. Campers will continue growing their outdoor survival skills through archery lessons, advanced shelter building, & fire building during this hands-on camp.

Wild Wanderers camp is designed for unaccompanied campers entering 5th & 6th grade (age 10 to 11). The camp will be held at Hitchcock Nature Center in Honey Creek, IA & will be from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. June 29th through July 1st. The cost for this three-day camp is $75.00 per camper & includes park admission, snack, & camp materials.

Campers will need to provide a sack lunch for each day of camp. We also request campers bring a refillable water bottle, sunblock & insect repellent also recommended are a hat, sunglasses, long pants, & closed-toe shoes.

Online pre-registration is required as space is limited. For questions not answered online please call 712-545-3283 extension 1189. 

Due to COVID-19 the format of this program may be adjusted. Please check back for updates.

Please note, camps may be attended by students in the listed grades only. No additional students or parents please. 

About 2021 Summer Nature Camps
Join us for a summer of fun during Pottawattamie Conservation's 2021 Summer Nature Camps! Camps are offered for youth Pre-K through 9th Grade with a focus on fostering an understanding & appreciation of Iowa's unique environment. Campers will experience traditional summer camp games, outdoor adventures, & skill-building activities during these immersive, hands-on camps.

Cancellation Policy

Due to the material needs of each camp, we observe the following cancellation policy.

  • 14 Days (or More) Notice - 50% Refund
  • 13 to 8 Days Notice - 25% Refund
  • 7 Days or Less Notice - 0% Refund

To cancel your camp registration please call 712-545-3283 extension 1189 or email environmentaleducation@pottcounty-ia.gov.

*Camps with less than 10 registered campers may be canceled at the discretion of Pottawattamie Conservation. Camps canceled by Pottawattamie Conservation will be refunded 100%.

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2024 programming is sponsored by the Pottawattamie Conservation Foundation.

The Pottawattamie Conservation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status in its employment, programs or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Human Resource Director 227 South 6th Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51501.

Map to Wild Wanderers Summer Camp | Hitchcock Nature Center

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