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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Winter fun at camp on January 18 ❄️

Families and youth groups are invited to Winter Family Fun Day at Ewalu’s main site from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18. Enjoy lots of outdoor winter fun (weather permitting), plus indoor activities and a hot cocoa bar! FREE event, but please RSVP. See details and register at www.ewalu.org/winter-family-fun-day.

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.

UPDATE: ‘Top the Tree’ Christmas Challenge🎄

Our campaign to renovate and update Cedar Lodge was at $1.92 million in early December… so we issued a challenge to reach the $2 million goal by Christmas! See how we did by watching this video🎁 You can still be part of the campaign: click here to make a gift and choose “Cedar Lodge Project” under “Direct your donation.”

Be part of the campaign!

UPDATE: In December 2024, we passed the $2 million goal for the Cedar Lodge campaign! YAY! 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! Construction is being planned for late summer 2025 to renew Cedar Lodge.

For 60 years, Cedar Lodge has served as the center of camp life at Ewalu. But time has taken a toll, and we must revitalize this important building to ensure that every guest, camper and staff member feels welcome and included, for generations to come.

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!