Fledgling: $144
Hawk, Eagle, Falcon, Otter: $180
Barred Owl: $195
Great Horned: $205

Supervised Drop-Off Sites:
* Hawkeye Recreation Fields in Iowa City - 7:45 AM

* Archery Pavilion at MNRA - 8:15 AM

* Prairie Heights Elementary in Cedar Rapids - 7:45 AM (Available the following dates only: June 16 - 20, July 14 - 18, July 21 - 25)

Buses will leave at 8:30 AM

Supervised Pick-Up Sites:
* Hawkeye Recreation Fields in Iowa City - 4:15 PM

* Archery Pavilion at MNRA - 3:30 - 4:15 PM

* Prairie Heights Elementary in Cedar Rapids - 4:15 PM (Available the following dates only: June 16 - 20, July 14 - 18, July 21 - 25)

Late Stay available only at the Hawkeye Recreation Fields until 5:15 PM. A variety of activities will be provided. The cost of this program is $16 per session per child for Fledgling and $20 per session per child for the 2nd through 5th grade Wildlife Camps.

This summer the University of Iowa Division of Recreational Services will sponsor Wildlife Camps at Macbride Nature Recreation Area for students who have completed 1st through 11th grades. Campers will be transported by bus or van to Macbride Nature Recreation Area and selected field sites. Campers will need to bring a lunch; water will be provided. Counselor to camper ratio is 1:8. In case of inclement weather we go to Macbride Hall (Natural History Museum), Corps of Engineers Visitor Center, the Social Center at MNRA, Penn Elementary, Van Allen Elementary or Kate Wickham Elementary. In the event of a severe weather warning/watch at the end of the day students will be transported to Hawkeye Tennis and Recreation Complex at 2820 Prairie Meadow Drive (One block south of the Hawkeye Recreation Fields).

Fledgling Camp
This camp is designed to give children an introduction to the wildlife that inhabits the local natural areas. The first session will focus on the woodlands and the wetlands; the second session will focus on birds, garden and prairies. Some of the activities offered in the past have included bird-banding, butterfly and insect netting, fishing, hiking,, nature art and crafts, bird watching and identification, mammal tracking, live raptor programs and many other games, activities and field trips. Students are encouraged to register for both sessions but will recieve only one t-shirt.

Wildlife Camps (Hawk, Eagle, Falcon, Otter)
Hawk Camp - (woodlands/wilderness survival) - natural history of hawks, wilderness survival, lodge building, tree identification, canoeing, songbirds of the woodlands, woodland ecology, orienteering, archery, nature crafts, swimming and other activities.
Falcon Camp - (prairies) - natural history of Peregrine Falcons, prairie plant identification, prairie restoration, fishing, gardening, fresh garden foods /recipes prepared weekly, disc golf, songbirds of the grasslands, canoeing, swimming and other activities.
Eagle Camp - (wetlands) - natural history of Bald Eagles and Ospreys, pond study, lake study, spillway exploration, fossils, frogs & toads, fishing, canoeing, swimming and other activities.
Otter Camp - (endangered species / natural awareness) - natural history of river otters, Iowa's endangered species, canoeing, swimming, fishing, archery, disc golf, outdoor cooking, outdoor games, mushroom hunting, nature art and other activities.

Owl Camps
Barred Owl Camp - designed to build on the natural history knowledge of campers by encouraging them to develop a question to be answered through a science project. A Thursday overnight will be part of the five day experience. The campers will conduct their own investigations, create a way to present their observations, and then share their results with young campers. The camper does not need any previous wildlife camp experience, but is expected to be responsible and eager to learn more about our natural areas of wildlife. Past student research topics include Osprey reintroduction efforts, edible plants of Macbride, wildernes survival, prairie/woodland/wetland plant or animal surveys. Other studies may include raptor rehabilitation, songbird surveys and nest box studies. All applications must include a letter by the camper stating why he/she would like to attend Owl Camp and what they hope to study.
Great Horned Owl Camp - designed to extend on student's natural history knowledge and outdoor experiences. Additional wildlife observation and field studies, Iowa Nature Mapping and water quality testing will be experienced. Two overnights, canoeing, hiking and fishing adventures will be part of the four day experience (T - F). Owl Campers will canoe on Lake Macbride and camp at Macbride State Park and MNRA. Owl Campers will travel to Backbone State Park and Maquoketa Caves. Basic rock climbing techniques with belay ropes will also be experienced in the Field House Climbing Gym. All applications must include a letter by the camper stating why he/she would like to attend Owl Camp.

There is no fee for the Kestrel Corps

Applications will be taken until June 1, 2008. All applications must include a letter stating the reasons for pursuing this position and what experiences the applicant has that would prepare him/her for a Kestrel Corps position. A teacher reference, with a phone number, is also required.

Four Kestrel Corps positions are available for each week of camp. Please inidcate which camps and weeks are desired as well as alternates that would be accepted.

The fee is $205 and includes a camp t-shirt, transportation, group camping equipment (i.e. tents, stove, etc.), most food and leadership.

Students may register by mail beginning on Monday, May 5, 2008. All applicants must include a letter by the camper stating why he/she would like to attend Peregrinatio per Iowam and what they hope to learn. A teacher reference, with a phone number, is also required. The trip is limited to sixteen students. When the trip is filled, a waiting list will be established. A non-refundable deposit of $50.00 is required. The remainder of the fee is due one business week before the trip begins.

Coyote Camp provides students with a unique opportunity to study and observe the wildlife of the prairies, wetlands and woodlands of Macbride in a winter setting. Small groups of campers will participate in uniquely designed educational and recreational activities led by our professional staff. Activities include: tracking, bird-banding, eagle watching, wilderness survival techniques, shelter building and other activities. Students will also receive a "Coyote Camp" sweatshirt.

Chickadee Camp provides students with a unique opportunity to study and observe the wildlife of the prairies, wetlands and woodlands of Macbride Nature Recreation Area in a late winter setting. Small groups of campers will participate in uniquely designed educational and recreational activities led by our professional staff. Activities may include prairie and pond study, fishing, bird-banding, eagle watching, geology, wilderness survival techniques and more. Students will also receive a long-sleeved "Chickadee Camp" t-shirt.