Young Pioneers Summer Day Camp

Young Pioneers

Young Pioneer day camps provide summer fun for children ages 6 to 12 who love to explore the outdoors and learn about nature in a unique historical environment. Add in our weekly activities of themed Field Trip, SCLS Bookmobile Stop, Creek Stomping, Friday Hike/Cookout/Pool or Lake Time, and you have a great opportunity to combine fun, friendship, and learning during the 2026 summer season.

Spots are limited, so mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 10th to snag one for your kiddo(s)!

Where:

Dan Nagle Walnut Grove Pioneer Village
18817 - 290th Street
Long Grove, Iowa 52756 (North edge of Scott County Park)

Who:

Children 6-12 years old

When:

Weekly camps from June to August

Monday through Friday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

Fees:

$175 per week ($105 for 3 Day Mini-Camp). Due in full at the time of registration 

No refunds for cancellations or changes     

To Register: 2026 Camp Registration opens Tuesday, February 10th. Click here for more information and registration.

2026 Weekly Themes

  • Mini-Camp June 3-5: Down on the Farm
  • June 8-12: Water Ways
  • June 15-19: Nature Explorers
  • June 22-26: Trailblazers
  • July 6-10: Native Paths
  • July 13-17: Invent It!
  • July 20-24: Outdoor Adventure Quest
  • July 27-31: Pirates & the Seven Seas