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NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS

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Quilt Auction coming up in September

The 38th annual Ewalu Quilt Auction is almost here! Take part in 2 ways: 1. The Online Auction, with bidding from September 15-21 at our auction website (link to come later), and 2. The Live Auction at camp on Saturday, September 20. It’s like 2 separate auctions, each with over 120 quilts and hand-crafted items donated to camp! CLICK HERE for details.

Autumn Odyssey for 55+ seniors this fall

Our 2nd annual fall retreat for those ages 55+ at Ewalu’s Stone Retreat Center will be October 13-15! Join us for a featured speaker, wagon rides through the fall colors, time for reflection and renewal, optional hiking, and simple relaxation. Meals and lodging (2 nights) included. See pricing and sign up at THIS LINK.

Volunteers needed for October 4 adventure race

Take part in this NEW event that is bringing adventure racing to northeast Iowa! Sign up as a volunteer for the day, helping at headquarters at Ewalu or at various transition areas. Want to compete in a team or as a soloist? The Wild Driftless Adventure Race will take you into some of the most scenic areas of NE Iowa, featuring trekking, biking, and paddling, with your choice of a 4-hour or 9-hour race. 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.

Hiking boots with Ewalu logo and date for Dirty Feet Retreat

Calling all junior high students!🥾 

A special weekend just for youth in grades 6-9… enjoy two nights of lodging in cabins, relevant Bible studies, quality meals & snacks, energetic camp counselors, active praise music, the High Ropes Course, campfires and much more! This retreat at Ewalu will help you grow in faith and meet new friends. Details and registration ➡️ www.Ewalu.org/Dirty-Feet-Retreat

Volunteer work day in October🧹 

Join volunteers, families, and church groups to help Ewalu get ready for the winter season at our Fall Work Day on Saturday, October 18. Projects include splitting and hauling wood, erosion control on trails, and putting things away for the winter. We’ll have a variety of projects for all ages and skill levels. Plus, volunteers can stay overnight for free at camp! Check out the schedule and sign up if you can make it at THIS LINK.

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!