Camp Fire CAMPS

CARES

Camp Fire provides curriculum for out-of-school time and child care programs.

CAMPS

Camp Fire provides opportunities for children and youth to be outside to play together, learn, explore, and develop a respect for nature.

CONNECTS

Camp Fire connects children with caring, trained adults in a small group atmosphere, and connects families with each other in their communities.
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CONTRIBUTES

Camp Fire contributes to the community by engaging youth in enrichment and service-learning programs that address social issues and build life skills.
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Camp Fire provides opportunities for children and youth to be outdoors to learn, explore, and play together, while developing a lifelong appreciation and respect for nature and the outdoor environment.

Camp Fire provides day and overnight camps, trip and travel programs, and adventure challenge and environmental education sessions. These provide opportunities for youth to be part of a community that utilizes outdoor activities to stimulate their curiosity and desire to learn.

The heart of Camp Fire USA Iowana Council's camping program is Camp Hitaga, located on 161 acres of rolling woodland and prairie along the Wapsipinicon river, about 20 miles north of Cedar Rapids.

Camp Hitaga offers opportunities for boys and girls, youth and adults:

* Traditional Summer Resident Camp

- Classic Camp with a focus on a different theme each week
    - Adventure Camp with a focus on Survivor Skills or Canoeing
- Stirrups & Saddles horse program
    - Leadership Training and Counselor in Training programs

* Spring and Fall programs focused on fun and education, for example:
- Outdoor Progression teaches outdoor living skills to Camp Fire youth
    - Parent/Child Overnights offer a taste of camp life for families
- Halloween Trails offer spooky fun for all ages

* Programming for other groups who visit Camp Hitaga, for example:
    - Challenge Course facilitation
- Archery instruction
- Arts & Crafts, Pottery, Copper working, etc.
    - Environmental Education

* Facilities for use by other groups to implement their own programs.
    - Hitaga Archery Club leagues and regional shoots
    - Society for Creative Anachronisms medieval cooking contests, etc.
    - Church groups retreats
    - Family Reunions

Camp Hitaga's Web Site

Camp Fire USA Iowana Council
Service Center:

Mon Tue Thu 8:30-4:30
Fri 8:30-3:30

Camp Fire USA Iowana Council
6300 Rockwell Dr NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

Phone: (319) 294-2411
Fax: (319) 294-2413

Email: info@IowanaCampFire.org

As a not-for-profit service organization,
we very much appreciate the support
of our alumni, friends, and community
members who understand the
value of our programs.

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