Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Dallas County 4-H offers fun engaging Summer Youth Day Camps within our communities. These camps are offered from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, unless otherwise indicated, and provide an educational, hands-on, and interactive experience for your child.  Limited number of spots are available for each camp.

Registration

Participants must register through the corresponding link in the chart below. Summer camps vary with the registration provider, please click the matching link for the camp you wish to register.

Registration fee varies with each camp experience. (Please see listing below for cost.) Youth participants will need to bring a lunch for each camp unless specified. Snacks and all activity supplies are included in the camp fee. We offer quality, affordable programs with financial assistance available.

Registration deadline for each camp

Participants must register through the corresponding link in the chart below. 1 week prior to camp date unless otherwise indicated. Many camp dates fill quickly so don't delay in signing up! 

Cancellation & Refund policy

Please contact ejduff@iastate.edu if you need to cancel your program registration. A full refund will be provided to those who cancel before 1 week of the programs start date. If cancellation is made within 1 week prior to camp, no refund will be offered.

*4-H summer day-camps at the Granger Public Library are free of charge thanks to the partnership with Granger public Library and The Friends of the Library.

For questions about summer camp opportunities, contact Emma Duff at ejduff@iastate.edu or 515-993-4281

The table below shows the listing of Summer Day Camps. Descriptions for each camp theme can be found below. For grades completed during 2022-2023 school year. 

Babysitting Basics 

Learn how to be a responsible and caring babysitter that parents will love to hire! Participants will learn about basic first aid, how to respond in emergencies, how to care for/entertain infants and young children, and the role and responsibilities of a good babysitter.  This course is for the youth of middle school age and includes a babysitter manual, first aid kit, and diaper to use for practice.  This class is facilitated by educators from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County. Note: registration deadline is 10 days prior.

Instructor: ISU Extension Staff

 *lunch is not needed

STEM Adventure 

Explore key STEM concepts focused on engineering, coding, physics, science, and so much more. We will experience hands-on activities to see how the world works around us. Discover your STEM interests and practice literacy during this fun filled day!

Instructor: ISU Extension Staff

*Registration is FREE through the Granger Public Library

Art Extravaganza! 

Use your imagination and strengthen your artistic skills with all types of art! We will make a mess as we explore art concepts and techniques while following along with your favorite books.  By the end of the camp, you’ll have your own beautiful art creations to take home and are with others. Come explore painting, sculptures, shapes, and textures with us. Note: we will be using paint and colors, please dress accordingly. Registration deadline is 7 days prior.

Instructor: ISU Extension Staff

*Registration is FREE through the Granger Public Library

Books ‘N Cooks 

Learn basic kitchen and cooking skills while following along with your favorite books! We will have a day full of trying recipes and getting comfortable in the kitchen. Our day will follow books that showcase cooking skills and themes to encourage confidence with new experiences. Join us on this fun and tasty day! Note: Registration deadline is 7 days prior.

*Lunch and snacks provided

Magic Treehouse Adventure 

Join us for a magical day filled with hands-on activities inspired by the Magic Treehouse stories and adventures. We will use our imagination as we become pirates, explore Outer space and the Outback, and launch into historical events! Strengthen your STEAM and literacy skills while traveling back in time! Note: Registration deadline is 7 days prior.

On Their Own & OK 

On Their Own & OK 

This class builds skills in youth and incorporates ways for adults in the home to support this step towards independence. Youth can develop their self-care skills to make good decisions while staying home alone. With adequate education from parents, teachers, and community partners, young people can develop confidence in the skills they need for staying home alone safely. Class reinforces how to act in an emergency, helps young people handle boredom without technology, recommends age-appropriate chores, and includes plans for a family celebration to continue to strengthen family relationships. This class is facilitated by educators from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach in Dallas County. Note: registration deadline is 10 days prior.

Instructor: ISU Extension Staff

Granger Community Center and Public Library :  2200 Walnut St, Granger, IA 50109

Adel Public Library : 303 S 10th St, Adel, IA 50003

Fox Creek Park, Waukee IA : 522 NE Westgate Drive Waukee, IA 50263

Dallas County ISU Extension Office : 28061 Fairground Rd.Adel, IA 50003

McCreary Community Building, Perry IA : 1800 Pattee St, Perry, IA 50220

Timberline School, Waukee : 2605 SE LA Grant Pkwy, Waukee, IA 50263