Heart of the Hawkeye Council
Summer Fun Swimming!
Summer Fun Swimming!
New friends and new experiences at Camp Hantesa!
New friends and new experiences at Camp Hantesa!
Celebrating 100 Years!
Celebrating 100 Years!
Centennial Council Fire
Centennial Council Fire
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Camp Fire USA

Camp Fire Club Programs

Camp Fire Clubs are an opportunity for kids to be more involved  in their community, make new friends, and interact with adults who are invested in building their self-confidence. Clubs include activities like crafts, sports, cooking, drama, exploring the outdoors, and learning more about their community and themselves. For more information about a Club in your area contact us!

Informational Meetings:

  • Sept 13 @ 6pm at the Camp Fire Service Center (5615 Hickman Rd.)
  • Sept 13 @ 7pm at Four Mile Community Center (3711 East Blvd.)
  • Sept 14 @ 6pm at Pioneer Columbus Community Center (2100 SE 5th St.)
  • Sept 14 @ 7pm at the West Des Moines Learning Resource Center (3550 Mills Civic Pkwy)

Mom/Youth Overnights

Bring your mom, aunt, grandma, or other special adult female and come to Camp Hantesa for a night of fun. Your experience includes, supper, breakfast, lodging and programs. Fun activities will be offered for all ages including hikes, games and crafts.

Dates:   October 8th, 9th, 22nd, and 23rd
Cost:      $25 per person

Download a registration form today!

 

Family Camp Overnights

Come join other families for an overnight of fun at beautiful Camp Hantesa. We provide supper, breakfast, lodging and programs.  Get the whole family in on the fun with our activities for all ages.

Dates: October 2nd and 16th
Cost: $25 per person

Download a registration form today!

 

Afternoon At The Ranch

If you are in 2nd grade or older, spend the afternoon at Camp Hantesa's Herman's Ranch and learn all about horses.  English riding lessons and horse science, including grooming, saddling and care are included in each session. Transportation is provided from the Camp Fire Service Center in Des Moines and Camp Camp Canwita in Ames, or you can choose to drop off at Herman's Ranch in Boone.

Dates: September 11th, 18th, 25th, October 2nd, 9th
Cost: $35 per session

Register online, or download a registration form today!

 

 

Recent News

Fall 2010 Program Newsletter
August 31, 2010
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Early Hantesa Registration 2011
August 25, 2010
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Family Camp Registration
August 20, 2010
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