Make plans today to join us at camp!

Get signed up for Summer Camp! 🏕️

Yep, we’re ALREADY getting excited about summer 2025! REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN, so check out the new programs, see the summer schedule grid, and take advantage of our EARLY DISCOUNT. We have a variety of programs for Grades 1-12 plus families, and NEW TIERED PRICING. See details and register at www.ewalu.org/summer-camp.

NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS

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Enrichment Event coming up on February 27

Join us at Ewalu’s Creation Center and learn about Growing Hope Globally, a nonprofit organization that connects Christian organizations and rural communities to respond to food scarcity in developing countries. Mark Swanson will give a presentation from 1 to 3 p.m. along with area farmers from Seeds for Hope of Northeast Iowa. The event is free and open to all! Learn more at www.ewalu.org/growing-hope-globally.

Hiring now for summer camp 🏕️

Our Ewalu College Tour is coming to UNI, Wartburg College and Luther College in February. Meet with Program Director Emily Dreessen Tull and learn more about working at Ewalu! See details about summer employment and start your online application at www.ewalu.org/summer-employment.

New adventure race coming on October 4

The Wild Driftless Adventure Race will take you into some of the most scenic areas of NE Iowa, featuring trekking, biking, and paddling for teams of 2-4 or soloists. Hosted by Ewalu and designed for all ability levels. This event is a fantastic entry-level event for first-timers AND challenging the most seasoned adventure racers! Learn more at www.WildDriftless.com.

Big news for Cedar Lodge!

UPDATE: In December 2024, we passed the $2 million goal for the Cedar Lodge campaign! YAY! See how Ewalu’s supporters completed our Christmas challenge in this video🎁

But it’s not too late to be part of this important project… you can still join hundreds of Ewalu supporters as we finish strong! Click here to make a gift and choose “Cedar Lodge Project” under “Direct your donation.”

Construction is being planned for late summer 2025 to renew Cedar Lodge.

Click the button below to learn more about the campaign and our plans to renovate Cedar Lodge and strengthen Ewalu’s mission, and to give your support!