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Dec 7 2023 (all day)

Holiday Themed Terrariums

Location Indianola Activity Center, 2204 W. 2nd Ave (Hwy 92W)
Age Range All ages, children age 7 & under with an adult
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Cost $10 materials fee due within a week of registering
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Jamie Steffen
Email jsteffen@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Spend an evening with a Warren County Conservation Naturalist and create your very own holiday-themed terrarium. Materials & instruction provided.
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Dec 8 2023 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55/day
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Dec 8 2023 | 6:00 am

Paint with Kelsey – TEENS at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library 207 North B St.
Age Range 6th-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Alison
Email abrown@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information We'll provide painting supplies. Kelsey (our in-house artist) will teach you how to paint an easy, but super cool painting, OR choose to paint whatever you want! Registration required.
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Dec 9 2023 (all day)

Youth Basketball League

Location West Des Moines and Waukee School District Facilities.
Age Range Kindergarten through 9th grade.
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Cost Price may vary on age division and member status.
Organization YMCA of Greater Des Moines
Contact Mat Snider
Email mat.snider@dmymca.org
Phone (515) 224-1888
Information Our basketball programs are designed for players of all abilities who want to have fun, take part in healthy competition, and develop their skills. Players will learn the fundamentals of the game and the importance of teamwork, responsibility, and sportsmanship.
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Dec 13 2023 | 3:30 pm

ITD Kid’s Theatre Camp

Location IHS Auditorium
Age Range 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade students
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Cost $30
Organization Indianola Theatre Department
Contact Wendy Arch
Email wendy.arch@indianola.k12.ia.us
Phone (515) 577-0128
Information The IHS Theatre Department will host a fun-filled kids’ theatre camp from Mon, 12/11 - Wed, 12/13. Students are bussed from their school to the HS to learn about all parts of theatre including a performance on Wednesday. $30 covers a shirt, daily snacks, and camp time afterschool.
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Dec 17 2023 | 5:00 pm

AFSC Holiday Gala

Location 1507 Gateway Hills Park Drive Ames, IA 50014
Age Range All students and families
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Cost $5
Organization Ames Figure Skating Club
Contact Katrina Mader
Email events@amesfsc.org
Phone (515) 520-0111
Information Join the Ames Figure Skating Club for our annual Holiday Gala! Our skaters love this time of year as they get to perform to some of your favorite winter and holiday songs. Bring the whole family down to the rink! Tickets can be purchased at the door or via Square link: https://square.link/u/5iwHl8Dz
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Dec 22 2023 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55/day
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Dec 26 2023 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55/day
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Dec 27 2023 (all day)

WINTER BREAK OVERNIGHT CAMP

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 12
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Cost $400
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information Experience overnight camp in a brand new way! Join us for a mini-week of winter fun as we explore some of our favorite winter games and activities during the day and explore local attractions in the evening! Round trip transportation from Des Moines is included.
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Dec 27 2023 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Dec 28 2023 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Dec 28 2023 | 6:00 pm

Chess Club (Intermediate) at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library 207 North B St.
Age Range 3rd-12th grades
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information Hone your skills at the “Game of Kings.” Puzzles, game notation challenges, strategy discussions, and plenty of game play! This program is appropriate for those who have a solid understanding of chess play. For kids in 3rd-12th grades.
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Dec 29 2023 (all day)

Junior Lifeguard Camp – Winter Break

Location Indianola Wellness Campus
Age Range Ages 11-15
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Cost $48
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Afton Bradley
Email abradley@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Find out what it would be like to work as a lifeguard in this three day non-certification camp during winter break. Learn First Aid and CPR/AED and water rescue techniques, dive for objects, enjoy games and relay races and more!
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Dec 29 2023 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Dec 29 2023 | 6:00 pm

Traditional Taekwondo for Children and Adults

Location Fusion Fitness: 107 West Salem Avenue Indianola, IA 50125
Age Range Ages 6 through Adult
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Cost $30 per month for the first family member.
Organization Two Rivers Martial Arts
Contact Roger Netsch
Email Roger.Netsch@trma.us
Phone (515) 249-1947
Information Learn traditional taekwondo in a family friendly environment. Classes offered year round. Start anytime! Pre-registration not required. See website for details.
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Dec 30 2023 (all day)

Traditional Taekwondo for Children and Adults

Location Fusion Fitness: 107 West Salem Avenue Indianola, IA 50125
Age Range Ages 6 through Adult
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Cost $30 per month for the first family member.
Organization Two Rivers Martial Arts
Contact Roger Netsch
Email Roger.Netsch@trma.us
Phone (515) 249-1947
Information Traditional taekwondo taught in a family friendly environment. Classes offered year round. Start anytime! Try a few classes with no obligation.
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Dec 30 2023 | 10:30 am

Nearly New Year’s Eve! at Indianola Public Library

Location Indianola Public Library 207 North B St.
Age Range Families
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Public Library
Contact Janis
Email jcomer@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9418
Information It’s a pumped-up storytime to ring in the (almost) new year! Activities, games, stories, and a balloon drop (of course)!
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Jan 1 2024 (all day)

Respite Services

Location 401 NE 66th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313
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Organization Easterseals Iowa
Contact Mackenzie Haefner
Email campandrespite@eastersealsia.org
Phone (515) 309-2375
Information The Easterseals Iowa Respite program provides temporary care for children and adults with disabilities, allowing parents/caregivers a break while providing the clients with a safe and supported social environment. Regularly scheduled respite weekends are held at Easterseals Iowa Camp Sunnyside twice
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Jan 4 2024 | 6:00 pm

Iowa Mammals

Location Indianola Activity Center
Age Range All ages
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Cost FREE!
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Jamie Steffen
Email jsteffen@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Learn what Iowa's mammals do when it gets cold outside, and how they have adapted to survive Iowa's coldest nights.
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Jan 7 2024 | 2:00 pm

Anime – 2 Day Class (ages 8-12)

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range Ages 8-12
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Cost $55.00
Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Janet Mootz
Email mootz@hoytsherman.org
Phone (515) 452-0610
Information Do you love anime and want to improve your drawing skills? Join this class at Hoyt Sherman Place and learn how to draw your favorite characters and create your own! See website for FULL details. 2 day, 2 hour class. Materials provided.
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Jan 7 2024 | 4:00 pm

Manga – 2 Day Class (ages 12-16)

Location 1501 Woodland Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
Age Range ages 12-16
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Cost $55.00
Organization Hoyt Sherman Place
Contact Janet Mootz
Email mootz@hoytsherman.org
Phone (515) 452-0610
Information This class is designed for people who love anime and want to improve their drawing skills. During the class, students will learn various techniques such as character design and the storytelling that is created when making manga books and anime. See website for full description. 2 day class. 2 hrs
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Jan 8 2024 | 5:00 pm

Winter Junior Menace

Location Des Moines Metro
Age Range Ages 3-9
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Cost 50-100
Organization Des Moines Menace
Contact Lyle Hunt
Email lyle.hunt@menacesoccer.com
Phone (515) 457-6034
Information Join the fun this winter with the Menace! Junior Menace a developmental program for boys and girls, ages 3 to 9. It’s designed for all ability levels, and we encourage beginners! This is a great 7-week program to learn and practice soccer skills. We accept walk-ups the first night at each location.
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Jan 15 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Jan 16 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Jan 17 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Feb 12 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Feb 13 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Feb 29 2024 (all day)

Indianola Volleyball Club 23/24 Juniors League

Location Indianola High School
Age Range Elementary Students
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Cost $75 - $105
Organization Indianola Volleyball Club
Contact Brittany Sparks
Email indianolavolleyballclub@gmail.com
Information Practice league only for boys and girls age 1st - 6th grade. Juniors is intended for Beginners. It is likely their first time playing volleyball or they have had limited exposure. They will learn basic skills and fundamental training through 6 weeks of practices in Jan/Feb.
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Mar 3 2024 (all day)

Parks & Recreation Youth Volleyball Camp

Location Indianola Wellness Campus, 306
Age Range Boys and girls age 6-12
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Cost $45 nonresidents, $40 Indianola residents (within city limits)
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center
Email bdecook@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (515) 961-9420
Information Members of the Simpson College volleyball team will teach volleyball fundamentals through a variety of games, relays and drills. Fee includes a T-shirt.
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Mar 11 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Mar 12 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Mar 13 2024 (all day)

Junior Lifeguard Camp – Spring Break

Location Indianola Wellness Campus
Age Range Ages 11-15
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Cost $48
Organization Indianola Parks & Recreation
Contact Afton Bradley
Email abradley@indianolaiowa.gov
Phone (516) 961-9420
Information Find out what it's like to work as a lifeguard in this three day camp during spring break. Learn First Aid and CPR/AED, hands-on water rescue techniques, and dive for objects, tread water and enjoy relays and games.
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Mar 13 2024 (all day)

SPRING BREAK OVERNIGHT CAMP

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 12
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Cost $320
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information Join us for a mini-week session that is sure to entertain! This action-packed mini-week will include some of our favorite camp games and activities. This session is perfect for both veteran campers and campers ready to try overnight camp for the first time. Round trip to and from DSM is included.
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Mar 13 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Mar 14 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Mar 15 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Mar 18 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Mar 19 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Apr 5 2024 (all day)

WEEKEND OVERNIGHT CAMP

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 5
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Cost $200
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information Ever wish that you didn’t have to wait a full year to come back to camp? Well, now you don’t have to! Join us for our Weekend Overnight Camp this spring at Camp Hantesa! Plus, round-trip transportation to Camp Hantesa from Des Moines is included.
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Apr 5 2024 (all day)

TEEN RETREAT

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades 6 - 12
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Cost $150
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information Join us for a weekend of service, fun, and catching up with camp friends. Enjoy each season’s unique activities and views at Camp Hantesa, build leadership skills, and get outside! Transportation to and from Des Moines is included.
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Apr 10 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
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Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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Apr 26 2024 (all day)

FAMILY CAMP

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range ALL AGES
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Cost $100/person
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information Experience the joy of camping as a family without any of the work! Join our staff for scheduled activities or skip out and do your own thing. This weekend is all about family bonding, whether you want facilitated activities or just need a quiet place to spend some time together.
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Apr 26 2024 (all day)

School Day Off Camp

Location Camp Hantesa 1450 Oriole Road Boone, IA 50036
Age Range Grades K - 7
View More View More
Cost $55
Organization Camp Fire Heart of Iowa
Contact Katie Lakatosh
Email katie@campfireiowa.org
Phone (515) 432-1417
Information School Day Off camps bring all the fun of summer camp into one action-packed day! Each day includes transportation from Des Moines, a hot lunch, and a full day of counselor-led activities at Camp Hantesa!
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