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Week at Day Camp, July 14-17
2025-07-14 09:00 - 2025-07-17 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Register for four sessions of Day Camp at Camp Tanglefoot for the price of three!
Registration includes On the Go Day Camp, July 14; Art Blast Day Camp July 15; Wild Water Day Camp, July 16; and A Bug’s Life Day Camp, July 17. Please see below for descriptions of each day camp session.
The fine print:

Day Camp sessions begin at 9 AM and end at 5 PM. Campers must be picked up every evening.
This offer only applies to the specific sessions listed above and below and cannot be transferred to other camp sessions.
Already registered for one or more of these sessions? Email info@gsiowa.org and request that your registration be transferred! Please include the session(s) you have already registered for in your request.

On the Go Day Camp, July 14
Join us for a fun-filled day camp where every moment is an adventure! Jump into the cool lake for a swim, ride the waves while boating, and let your creativity shine in a craft session. Go on a scavenger hunt where you’ll solve clues, figure out riddles, and discover hidden surprises. Get ready for a day full of fun, laughter, and awesome memories that will be the highlight of your summer!
Art Blast Day Camp July 15
Get ready for an awesome day of crafting at camp! Jump into fun hands-on crafts that spark your imagination. Tie-dye a T-shirt, make cool creations inspired by nature, and weave a colorful friendship bracelet to remember your camp adventures! Later, cool off with a swim in the lake and enjoy some fun games that will keep you laughing. It’s a day filled with crafts, friendship, and memories you’ll treasure!
Wild Water Day Camp, July 16
Dive into an exciting water adventure at Camp Tanglefoot! Imagine yourself soaking up the sun as you jump into the cool lake, leaping off the Lily Pad. Glide across the sparkling water while boating and play fun water games that will have you laughing and splashing with your friends! You’ll spend lots of time at the lake, but the fun doesn’t stop there. You’ll also create a water-themed craft to take home and remember this amazing experience!
A Bug’s Life Day Camp, July 17
Hey, nature explorers! Join us as we head into the wilderness on a bug hunt. You’ll get to decorate your very own bug jar for catching fireflies so you can keep the fun going at home and capture one of the coolest nighttime creatures. We’ll explore our native prairie and search for caterpillars, grasshoppers, and other bugs that live in the wildflowers! On our bug hunt we’ll keep a lookout for larger animal tracks, too! Join us for a day full of fun, including a refreshing swim in the lake and boating on the sparkling water!

Art Blast Day Camp, July 15
2025-07-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for an awesome day of crafting at camp! Jump into fun hands-on crafts that spark your imagination. Tie-dye a T-shirt, make cool creations inspired by nature, and weave a colorful friendship bracelet to remember your camp adventures! Later, cool off with a swim in the lake and enjoy some fun games that will keep you laughing. It’s a day filled with crafts, friendship, and memories you’ll treasure!
This session can be part of a week-long (four day) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Learn more about all four sessions and the special discount here.
Highlights of this session:

Tie-Dye a T-shirt.
Create nature inspired art.
Weave a colorful friendship bracelet.

(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

Wild Water Day Camp, July 16
2025-07-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Dive into an exciting water adventure at Camp Tanglefoot! Imagine yourself soaking up the sun as you jump into the cool lake, leaping off the Lily Pad. Glide across the sparkling water while boating and play fun water games that will have you laughing and splashing with your friends! You’ll spend lots of time at the lake, but the fun doesn’t stop there. You’ll also create a water-themed craft to take home and remember this amazing experience!
This session can be part of a week-long (four days) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Learn more about all four sessions and the special discount here.
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

A Bug's Life Day Camp, July 17
2025-07-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Hey, nature explorers! Join us as we head into the wilderness on a bug hunt. You’ll get to decorate your very own bug jar for catching fireflies so you can keep the fun going at home and capture one of the coolest nighttime creatures. We’ll explore our native prairie and search for caterpillars, grasshoppers, and other bugs that live in the wildflowers! On our bug hunt we’ll keep a look out for larger animal tracks, too! Join us for a day full of fun, including a refreshing swim in the lake and boating on the sparkling water!
This session can be part of a week-long (four day) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Learn more about all four sessions and the special discount here.
Highlights of this session:

Decorate a bug catching jar.
Explore our native prairie.
Hunt for fireflies and animal tracks.

(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

Horse Day Camp, July 22
2025-07-22 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
It’s a barn day! Your favorite fuzzy friends are waiting for you. Riding and grooming aren’t all it takes to love a horse. We also need to feed them properly, treat them nicely, and respect their personal space. Immerse yourself in the world of horses while you learn more about the fundamentals of horse care, make a horse-themed craft, and roast a s’more at the barn with your new friends. Lunch is also included in this fun day at the barn. Don’t forget your long pants and closed-toed shoes.
Highlights of this session:

Go on a pony ride in the arena.
Learn about grooming a horse.
Paint a horse.
Make a horse-themed craft.

Equestrian Campers: Closed-toed shoes and jeans are required for riding! Make sure to pack extra socks, too.
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

Horse Day Camp, July 23
2025-07-23 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States

Unicorn Day Camp, July 24
2025-07-24 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
Unicorns do exist and we have one here at camp! Our Unicorn Protection Agency can tell you all about why you haven’t seen them before as you go on a scavenger hunt to find a real-life unicorn! You’ll also get to swim in the pool and visit the barn to meet and pet the camp horses. Create your own unicorn-themed craft before heading home for the day.
Highlights of this session:

Go on a scavenger hunt for the camp unicorn.
Visit the barn and meet the horses.
Create a unicorn-themed craft.

(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

Paint the Sky Day Camp, August 7
2025-08-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for a day full of creativity and adventure at this amazing day camp! Let your inner artist shine as you dive into a fun-filled journey of crafting, laughter, and colorful projects. You’ll get to tie-dye a T-shirt, create nature-inspired artwork, and weave a friendship bracelet to brighten your days! After some creative fun, you can jump into the cool lake for a refreshing swim in the afternoon. The excitement doesn’t stop there; we’ll start and end the day playing fun games with your new friends!
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

Catch a Wave Day Camp, August 7
2025-08-07 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for an amazing day at the lake, packed with endless fun! Imagine your paddle splashing in the water as you go canoeing, cooling off while swimming in the afternoon, and making a big splash with cannonballs from the Lily Pad! Then, see the lake from a new perspective on a ride in the pontoon boat! In between all the lake activities, you can make a fun craft to help you remember your day and the friendships you made at camp!
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2025)

Fort Dodge Taste of Camp Day Camp, June 15
2026-06-15 09:30 - 17:00 | Snell-Crawford Park, Williams Drive & 12th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA, 50501, United States
Here’s a little bit of camp brought closer to you! Camp Sacajawea counselors are hitting the road and setting up camp with a day full of arts and crafts, archery, camp games, and more. Sing camp songs with your new friends, enjoy lunch all together, and savor your very first camp s’more – golden and gooey!
Highlights of this session:
-Arts and crafts
-Archery
-Camp games
-Roasting a s’more
Registration deadline is 6/1/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Knoxville Taste of Camp Day Camp, June 16
2026-06-16 09:30 - 17:00 | Auld Park, 305 3rd St Pl, Knoxville, IA, 50138, United States

Oskaloosa Taste of Camp Day Camp, June 17
2026-06-17 09:30 - 17:00 | Edmundson Park, 1304 Edmundson Dr, Oskaloosa, IA, 52577, United States

Adel Taste of Camp Day Camp, June 18
2026-06-18 09:30 - 17:00 | Kinnick-Feller Park, Adel, IA, 50003, United States

Lake Fun Day Camp, June 26
2026-06-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for the ultimate summer day at Camp Tanglefoot! Cruise across the lake on the pontoon boat, try out paddleboarding, hop in a Corcl, and cool off with a refreshing swim. Tap into your creativity with a fun craft, dive into some silly water games, and make new friends while singing camp songs that you’ll remember long after the day ends. It’s a day full of laughter and friendship!
Highlights of this session:
– Go on a fun pontoon ride.
– Try paddleboarding.
– Go swimming.
Registration deadline is 6/12/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Mom & Me Day Camp, June 28
2026-06-28 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Spend a day full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories with the special women in your life! Bring your mom, aunt, grandmother, or another female adult and enjoy a day packed with classic camp adventures. Choose from swimming in the lake, paddling a canoe or kayak across the sparkling water, getting creative with arts and crafts, testing your aim at archery, and joining in on lively games with the entire camp! We’ll take a break midday for a delicious lunch before diving back into more fun. This one-day getaway is the perfect way to try camp together—and maybe spark excitement for future adventures to come!
Registration deadline is 6/14/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

My Guy & I Day Camp, June 30
2026-06-30 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
Your day with your guy awaits! Invite your favorite adult male role model—Dad, Uncle, Grandpa, or anyone else—to have a day with you at camp. Swim at the pool, climb at the low ropes course, take your best shot at archery, and make a craft. Chat with new friends around the lunch table and grab a tasty s’more afterward! This one day is the perfect steppingstone for future camp adventures!
Highlights of this session:
-Spend the day with your favorite guy
-Swimming
-Archery
-Crafts
-Low ropes
Registration deadline is 6/14/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Mom & Me Day Camp, July 1
2026-07-01 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
Mom! Grandma! Auntie! Come with me! Grab your favorite gal for a day full of fun at camp! You get to choose from your favorite activities such as swimming, arts and crafts, archery, and so much more. The schedule is open, so you can spend as much time at each activity as you’d like before heading home!
Highlights of this session:
-Make your own schedule
-Spend the day with your favorite gal
-Swimming
-Archery
-Crafts
Registration deadline is 6/14/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, July 7
2026-07-07 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
It’s a barn day! Your favorite fuzzy friends are waiting for you. Riding and grooming aren’t all it takes to love a horse, we’ll also learn about being safe around horses, too. Learn about the basics of horse care, make a horse-themed craft, and roast a s’more at the barn with your new friends. Lunch is also included in this fun day at the barn. Don’t forget your long pants and closed-toe shoes!
Highlights of this session:
-Go on a short pony ride in the arena (weather permitting)
-Learn about grooming a horse
-Paint a horse
-Make a horse-themed craft
Registration deadline is 6/22/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, July 8
2026-07-08 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States

Color Splash Day Camp, July 9
2026-07-09 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Step into the colorful world of nature at this day camp, where the green trees, blue skies, and shimmering lake will spark your creativity! You’ll get to tie-dye a t-shirt, design your own colorful target to use at the archery range, and make a nature-inspired craft! Then, cool off with a refreshing swim in the lake before heading home to share stories of your exciting day!
Highlights of this session:
– Tie-dye a t-shirt.
– Design a target for the archery range.
– Make a nature craft.
Registration deadline is 6/25/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, July 9
2026-07-09 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States

On The Go Day Camp, July 13
2026-07-13 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Join us for a fun-filled day camp where every moment is an adventure! Splash into the cool lake for a swim, ride the waves while boating, and let your creativity shine during a hands-on craft session. Embark on a scavenger hunt filled with clues, riddles, and hidden surprises. Get ready for a day full of fun, laughter, and awesome memories!
Highlights of this session:
-Go on a scavenger hunt.
– Go swimming.
– Make a craft.
This session can be part of a week-long (four day) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Register here (link) for all four days at the same time to receive a special discount!
Registration deadline is 6/29/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Week at Day Camp, July 13-16
2026-07-13 09:00 - 2026-07-16 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Register for four sessions of Day Camp at Camp Tanglefoot for the price of three!
Registration includes On the Go Day Camp, July 13; Art Blast Day Camp July 14; Wild Water Day Camp, July 15; and A Bug’s Life Day Camp, July 16. Please see below for descriptions of each day camp session.
The fine print:
• Day Camp sessions begin at 9 AM and end at 5 PM. Campers must be picked up every evening.
• This offer only applies to the specific sessions listed above and below and cannot be transferred to other camp sessions.
• Already registered for one or more of these sessions? Email info@gsiowa.org and request that your registration be transferred! Please include the session(s) you have already registered for in your request.
On the Go Day Camp: July 13
Join us for a fun-filled day camp where every moment is an adventure! Splash into the cool lake for a swim, ride the waves while boating, and let your creativity shine during a hands-on craft session. Embark on a scavenger hunt filled with clues, riddles, and hidden surprises. Get ready for a day full of fun, laughter, and awesome memories!
Highlights of this session:
• Go on a scavenger hunt.
• Go swimming.
• Make a craft.
Art Blast Day Camp: July 14
Get ready for an awesome day of creativity at camp! Dive into hands-on crafts that spark your imagination–tie-dye a t-shirt, make cool creations inspired by nature, and weave a colorful friendship bracelet to remember your camp adventures! Later, cool off with a swim in the lake and enjoy fun games that will keep you laughing. It’s a day filled with crafts, friendship, and memories you’ll treasure!
Highlights of this session:
• Tie-dye a t-shirt.
• Make a nature craft.
• Make a friendship bracelet.
Wild Water Day Camp: July 15:
Dive into an exciting water adventure at Camp Tanglefoot! Soak up the sun as you leap into the cool lake from the Lily Pad, glide across the sparkling water while boating, and splash around in fun water games that will have you laughing with your new friends! You’ll spend plenty of time enjoying the lake, but the fun doesn’t end there—you’ll also create a water-themed craft to take home to remember this amazing day!
Highlights of the session:
• Swim and jump off the Lily Pad.
• Go boating.
• Make a craft.
A Bug’s Life Day Camp: July 16:
Hey, nature explorers! Join us as we venture into the wilderness on an exciting bug hunt. Decorate your very own bug jar so you can keep the fun going at home and capture one of the coolest nighttime creatures—fireflies! We’ll explore our native prairie in search of caterpillars, grasshoppers, and other bugs that live among the wildflowers, and we’ll also keep an eye out for animal tracks! It’s a day full of adventure, including a refreshing swim in the lake and boating on the sparkling waters.
Highlights of this session:
• Decorate a bug jar.
• Go on a bug hunt.
• Go swimming.

Art Blast Day Camp, July 14
2026-07-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for an awesome day of creativity at camp! Dive into hands-on crafts that spark your imagination–tie-dye a t-shirt, make cool creations inspired by nature, and weave a colorful friendship bracelet to remember your camp adventures! Later, cool off with a swim in the lake and enjoy fun games that will keep you laughing. It’s a day filled with crafts, friendship, and memories you’ll treasure!
Highlights of this session:
-Tie-dye a t-shirt.
– Make a nature craft.
– Make a friendship bracelet.
This session can be part of a week-long (four day) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Register here (link) for all four days at the same time to receive a special discount!
Registration deadline is 6/30/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Wild Water Day Camp, July 15
2026-07-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Dive into an exciting water adventure at Camp Tanglefoot! Soak up the sun as you leap into the cool lake from the Lily Pad, glide across the sparkling water while boating, and splash around in fun water games that will have you laughing with your new friends! You’ll spend plenty of time enjoying the lake, but the fun doesn’t end there—you’ll also create a water-themed craft to take home to remember this amazing day!
Highlights of the session:
– Swim and jump off the Lily Pad.
– Go boating.
– Make a craft.
This session can be part of a week-long (four day) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Register here (link) for all four days at the same time to receive a special discount!
Registration deadline is 7/1/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

A Bug's Life Day Camp, July 16
2026-07-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Hey, nature explorers! Join us as we venture into the wilderness on an exciting bug hunt. Decorate your very own bug jar so you can keep the fun going at home and capture one of the coolest nighttime creatures—fireflies! We’ll explore our native prairie in search of caterpillars, grasshoppers, and other bugs that live among the wildflowers, and we’ll also keep an eye out for animal tracks! It’s a day full of adventure, including a refreshing swim in the lake and boating on the sparkling waters.
Highlights of this session:
– Decorate a bug jar.
– Go on a bug hunt.
– Go swimming.
This session can be part of a week-long (four day) day camp experience or a stand-alone event. Register here (link) for all four days at the same time to receive a special discount!
Registration deadline is 7/2/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Summer Fun Day Camp, July 31
2026-07-31 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
Dive into a whirlwind of color! Create colorful crafts, swim and splash in the pool, and play camp games with new friends. Sing silly camp songs and devour a yummy lunch with all the campers and counselors in the dining hall, then savor a gooey camp s’more made just how you like it!
Highlights of this session:
-Colorful crafts
-Swim in the pool
-Play camp games
-Roast a s’more
Registration deadline is 7/12/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, August 4
2026-08-04 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States
It’s a barn day! Your favorite fuzzy friends are waiting for you. Riding and grooming aren’t all it takes to love a horse, we’ll also learn about being safe around horses, too. Learn about the basics of horse care, make a horse-themed craft, and roast a s’more at the barn with your new friends. Lunch is also included in this fun day at the barn. Don’t forget your long pants and closed-toe shoes!
Highlights of this session:
-Go on a short pony ride in the arena (weather permitting)
-Learn about grooming a horse
-Paint a horse
-Make a horse-themed craft
Registration deadline is 7/20/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)

Horse Day Camp, August 5
2026-08-05 09:30 - 17:00 | Camp Sacajawea, 638 L Avenue, Boone, IA, 50036, United States

Paint the Waves Day Camp, August 6
2026-08-06 09:00 - 17:00 | Camp Tanglefoot, 14948 Dogwood Ave, Clear Lake, IA, 50428, United States
Get ready for a day full of creativity, adventure, and lake fun at Camp Tanglefoot! Start your day by letting your inner artist shine as you tie-dye a t-shirt and make a special painting project. Then dive into the excitement of lake activities! Swim and jump off the Lily Pad and take a scenic ride on the pontoon boat. Throughout the day, you’ll also sing camp songs, play silly games, and make new friends!
Highlights of this session:
– Tie-dye a t-shirt.
– Swim and jump off the Lily Pad.
– Make a painting project.
Registration deadline is 7/23/2026
(Grade level for registration is the grade your Girl Scout will be entering in Fall 2026)
