Summer camps are a great way to keep kids active and learning while school is out of session, but they can be expensive. Fortunately, Des Moines has some organizations with missions to assist families and give kids an unforgettable and…
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Summer Camp 2024: Special Needs Summer Camps for Des Moines Kids
Summer camp is an enriching experience that every child deserves to enjoy! We’ve compiled a list of summer camps in and around Des Moines where children of all abilities can participate in a wide range of activities. These camps offer…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2024: Summer STEM Camps for Des Moines Kids
Des Moines kids who are itching for the school year to end so they can devote more time to their extracurricular educational passions are in luck. Local businesses and organizations offer STEM related summer camps, most of which offer hands-on building,…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2024: Summer Art Camps for Des Moines Kids
Choosing a summer camp is no easy task, especially with the many options for day camps. While some central Iowa summer camps include an art project as part of the day, several specialize in sparking creativity. Below, we’ve rounded up 14 summer art…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2024: Summer Day Camps for Des Moines Kids
It’s never too early to think about summer. There are family vacations to organize, and then there’s the issue of what to do with the rest of the time. Summer camp is an excellent option for many families, and day camps can…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2024: Sleepaway Summer Camps for Des Moines Kids
Even though we are experiencing cool temps outside, many summer camps are making plans to open for the summer. Sleepaway camp really hearkens back to a simpler time, doesn’t it? Besides being a place where kids go screen free in favor of…
Read MoreCooking Classes for Kids in Des Moines
Does your pint-sized chef prefer to watch cooking shows to cartoons? Feed their interest in food with one of these Des Moines area cooking classes! Once they have learned how to peel, chop, puree and simmer, you will be on…
Read MoreTips for Choosing a Summer Camp Your Kids Will Love
Whether you’re looking for enrichment for your child, a way to keep your kids occupied and supervised while you work or need a short reprieve from parenting, there’s sure to be a summer camp that’s the right fit for your…
Read MoreSummer 2020: Should I Sign My Kids Up for Summer Camp?
It’s that time of year, actually past the time, that we start signing our kids up for summer camp. Now that school has been cancelled for the remainder of the year and we creep towards summer, the big question is,…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Sending Teens to Summer Camp
Summer is a unique time in a child’s life – a time to relax, make friends, and have fun! It’s also a time of adventure and trying new opportunities. Now that you have a teen you may be wondering if summer…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2020: Outdoor and Nature Camps for Des Moines Kids
Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming,…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2020: Sports and Recreation Camps for Des Moines Kids
Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2020: Academic Enrichment Camps for Des Moines Kids
Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming, postpone…
Read MoreSummer Camp 2020: Art Camps for Des Moines Kids
Find 2021 Summer Camp info. here. ***With the fluidity of COVID-19 pandemic, summer camp officials are cautiously making plans to welcome campers come June, while also admitting those plans could change at any time. Some camps may either alter their programming,…
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