Join us this summer as you Choose Your Adventure from a schedule of activities including merit badges like Chemistry, Plumbing, and Citizenship in the Community as well as awesome experiences for you to enjoy outdoors including; shooting sports, orienteering, beekeeping and so much more!Â
Get your limited edition 2020 Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation Swag Bag (includes T-Shirt, patch and sticker) to remember how we made it through this CRAZY COVID summer!
Swag Bags cost $25, and you can choose from two unique T-Shirt designs.
Can’t decide which shirt you like best? Get the second for just $15!
Before attending any Adventure at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation, you MUST complete the Camp Waiver – COVID.
Once complete, please email the Camp Waiver to: rachel.kaiser@scouting.org or you may drop it off at the: Scout Service Center; 660 32nd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Take a Biking Adventure around camp and experience the beauty of nature at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. FREE bike rental is included with this adventure. However, you can also bring your own bike if you so choose, but must be taken to the Bike Barn for inspection prior to usage on the camp property. Check-in and check-out for this activity will be located at the Bike Barn. Please arrive 10 minutes early prior to the start of the check-in time for this adventure.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Bike Barn.)
Experience the Beekeeping Adventure and learn how pollination plays an important role in nature at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located in the main parking lot at Camp Wakonda. Please arrive 10 minutes early prior to the start of the check-in time for this adventure.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the main parking lot at Camp Wakonda.)
Conquer the Climbing Tower and view the world from high above by experiencing the Climbing Adventure at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Climbing Tower. Please arrive 10 minutes early prior to the start of the check-in time for this adventure.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Climbing Tower.)
Take some time and relax at camp by experiencing the Fishing Adventure at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Boat House on John’s Lake at Camp Wakonda. Fishing equipment will be available for check-out at the Boat House for FREE.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Boat House on John’s Lake at Camp Wakonda.)
Are you a sharpshooter or would you like to learn how to shoot? Take advantage of all shooting sport opportunities including; Archery, Rifle, Shotgun, and tomahawk throwing provided at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Archery Range.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Archery Range at Camp Wakonda.)
Are you a sharpshooter or would you like to learn how to shoot? Take advantage of all shooting sport opportunities including; Archery, Rifle, Shotgun, and tomahawk throwing provided at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Blankenship Shooting Sports Pavilion.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Blankenship Shooting Sports Pavilion at Camp Wakonda.)
Are you a sharpshooter or would you like to learn how to shoot? Take advantage of all shooting sport opportunities including; Archery, Rifle, Shotgun, and tomahawk throwing provided at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Blankenship Shooting Sports Pavilion.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Blankenship Shooting Sports Pavilion at Camp Wakonda.)
Are you a sharpshooter or would you like to learn how to shoot? Take advantage of all shooting sport opportunities including; Archery, Rifle, Shotgun, and tomahawk throwing provided at Howard H. Cherry Scout Reservation. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Blankenship Shooting Sports Pavilion.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Blankenship Shooting Sports Pavilion at Camp Wakonda.)
WAKONDA FOREVER! Take part in the Wakonda scAVENGER Hunt Adventure and help us find the infinity stones that are lost at camp! When you find all of the infinity stones, you will be rewarded with awesome Avenger prize. Following your adventure at camp, you can claim your prize at the Hawkeye Area Council’s Scout Office in Cedar Rapids. Check-in for this adventure will be located at the Dakin Dining Hall Plaza at Camp Wakonda.
(See the Camp Map below for the location of the Dakin Dining Hall Plaza at Camp Wakonda.)
When you arrive, you MUST park in the Camp Wakonda’s Parking Lot and must walk to program areas around the camp.Â
CLICK HERE! To find the location of the Camp Wakonda Parking Lot.Â
Everyone (adult and youth) attending camp must review and sign the “Camp Waiver – COVID”. If you are planning to camp, please review the “HHCSR CAMP USAGE POLICIES-For Family & Group Camping Program“ Once Complete, you MUST turn that waiver into the Council Office via email at: rachel.kaiser@scouting.org.Â
There is a collection area outside the Dakin Dining Hall Plaza at Camp Wakonda. If something is lost, be sure to check the lost and found area before leaving camp. Any items left will be taken to the Council Service Center in August. Items remaining in the office after September 30 will be donated to Goodwill.
Continuous – storm or high wind warning. Camp Wakonda has storm rooms placed around camp. If you feel the storm room is too far, hit the ditch, or move to low area.
Up and Down (intermittent) – fire, lost person, or lost swimming – report to the parade grounds
Three (3) short wails from a siren or perhaps a car horn – all clear, emergency over
These plans are posted in each campsite and in numerous places around our property.
National camping policies clearly state that
private vehicles are only to be parked in the parking lot. Roads in camp will be
restricted to service vehicles. Absolutely no one is allowed to ride in the bed of a truck
or on the back/front of a trailer or car. Handicapped-accessible parking is available in
the main parking lot at camp.
No tobacco use of any kind is allowed in any camp structure. Smoking is to take place only in posted designed smoking areas and never in the presence of minor children. No minors are allowed in the smoking area. Alcohol is NOT allowed at camp. Possession of any will result in immediate dismissal.
Adults need fishing licenses as required by state law. You may bring your own fishing equipment, or you can check out camp items including worms. Everyone must wear a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) while fishing along the shore (provided).
Group camping is open! For $25 a night enjoy hiking, biking, fishing (with valid license), a nature scavenger hunt and most importantly quality family time in the outdoors while practicing safe social distancing. Firewood can be delivered at your campsite for an additional $5.00. Campsite selection is on a first come first serve basis, it is important to note your family may be given a different campsite upon check in.Â
Camp Wakonda
4521 Boy Scouts Road
Central City, Iowa 52214
(319) 438-1837
Camp Waubeek
4390 Boy Scouts Road
Central City, Iowa 52214
(319) 438-1950
From Iowa City/Cedar Rapids: North on I-380 to exit 28, turn right (east) onto County Home Road (E34), go east to Hwy 13, continue east 5 miles into town of Whittier, turn left (north) onto Whittier Road (X-20), go 5 miles to town of Waubeek, turn right crossing bridge onto Boy Scouts Road, go 1 mile to Camp Waubeek, 2 miles to Camp Wakonda.
OR
North on I-380 to exit 16, turn right (east) onto IA 151/30, go east 6.8 miles to exit 259 turn right onto Hwy 151/13, continue north 11.5 miles to County Home Road (E34), turn right go 5 miles to town of Whittier, turn left (north) onto Whittier Road (X-20), go 5 miles to town of Waubeek, turn right crossing bridge onto Boy Scouts Road, go 1 mile to Camp Waubeek, 2 miles to Camp Wakonda. From Central City: (Hwy 13) East 3 miles on E16, turn right (south) onto Duck Pond Road, go .7 miles, turn left onto Boy Scouts Road, go .7 miles to Camp Wakonda, 1.7 miles to Camp Waubeek.
From Monticello: Turn right (west) onto E16, go 12.4 miles, turn left (south) on X-20, go 1.2 miles, turn right onto E16, go 2.2 miles, turn left (south) on Duck Pond Road, go .7 miles, turn left onto Boy Scouts Road, go .7 miles to Camp Wakonda, 1.7 miles to Camp Waubeek.
Hawkeye Area Council, Scouting America
660 32nd Avenue SW
Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
Toll Free: 877.HAWKBSA
Office: (319) 862-0541
Scout Shop: (319) 261-3750
Fax: (319) 862-0544
