This evening is sure to thrill the whole family! Explore the haunted forest trail for some age-appropriate scariness OR visit the trail between 7:00 - 8:00PM on Friday night for a scare-free experience. Then, head to the bonfire for a free goodie bag, a silly photo booth, treats, and more! *Snacks and Apple Cider are […]
Help us prepare Camp Hantesa for the re-launch of our summer day and overnight programs! In 2020, for the first time in Camp Hantesa's 100+ year history, all summer camp programs were cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Matters were made worse by the August 2020 Derecho which caused more than $200,000 in damage to […]
Join us for a weekend dedicated to our adult alumni! Enjoy a warm meal and s'mores around the campfire on Friday, then help us get camp ready for our summer season during our Saturday volunteer event, followed by afternoon activities. Round out the evening and weekend with some games and a little friendly competition. We […]
Join us to prepare our seasonal facilities for our summer campers and staff! Help us complete basic maintenance, clean up program spaces, and other set-up tasks. Everyone ages 12 and up are welcome to attend! Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by April 15th to hantesa@campfireiowa.org
**Due to weather, this event has been moved to Sunday, May 1st from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. See you there! New to camp or want to meet some of the professional staff? Come visit us during the open house to get your questions answered, tour the property, and enjoy some camp snacks! No need […]
We are responsive. This is one of our values. June 3 is National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Camp Fire National Headquarters will be hosting an hour on Instagram Live inviting anyone who wants to join to take action together. They will be sharing scripts and email templates provided by Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense […]
Help us serve dinner to 500 ISU students hosting their freshman welcome event at Camp Hantesa! Dinner will be provided for volunteers. Volunteers will prep and serve dinner (walking tacos) and then clean up the kitchen/dining room. Dress for the weather and a warm kitchen, comfortable shoes recommended. Please sign up here: https://events.pointapp.org/21730
Join us to prepare and beautify camp ahead of our Haunted Hantesa event! Everyone ages 12 and up are welcome to attend! Lunch will be provided. Volunteers will help us complete basic maintenance, clean up program spaces, and other set up tasks! Dress for the weather, comfortable shoes recommended. Projects may include, but are not […]
Bring your family to Camp Fire's free haunted forest! Brave the haunted trail for some family-friendly scariness and then enjoy a bonfire and treats. Bring your trick or treat bag for some free candy, make some s'mores on the fire, or purchase snacks and cider for the road! This event is free for all to […]
Bring your family to Camp Fire's free haunted forest! Brave the haunted trail for some family-friendly scariness and then enjoy a bonfire and treats. Bring your trick or treat bag for some free candy, make some s'mores on the fire, or purchase snacks and cider for the road! This event is free for all to […]
