Camp Nakomis

Camp Nakomis Boys & Girls Clubs of the Midlands Camp Nakomis is Located on 35 wooded acres in Carter Lake, IA.

Miles of hiking trails, numerous camp sites, canoeing and a fishing dock and more! Pontoon Boat Rides, Archery, Fishing, Laser Tag, Gaga Pit, Canoeing, Putt Putt Golf, Paddle Boats, Inflatable Water Slides, GPS Navigation Course, Remote Control Race Car Track, Sand Volleyball, Nature Education, Frisbee Golf Course, Arts n Crafts, Obstacle Course, Birding Walks, Field Trips, Sports Field, etc.

- 🦜🥇 Ms Hailey + Ms Lauren’s group aka "The Parrots” won the mystery hunt here at Camp! With the combine efforts of the ...
06/05/2026

- 🦜🥇 Ms Hailey + Ms Lauren’s group aka "The Parrots” won the mystery hunt here at Camp! With the combine efforts of the entire team they were able to solve the mystery of Who Stole and hid the treasure.

- 🕵️‍♂️🕵️‍♀️ Helping our members turn into mini-detectives boosts their confidence and helps them become more observant of their surroundings.

- ☀️Activities like crouching, reaching, and running develop both gross and fine motor skills while promoting outdoor play!

- 🛶🚣 What good is canoeing without a great hat to wear? Checkout these awesome hats our younger members created for them...
06/05/2026

- 🛶🚣 What good is canoeing without a great hat to wear? Checkout these awesome hats our younger members created for themselves!

- 🧢🎭 Paper hat making falls into the category of STEM which serves as a vehicle for creativity. They allow members of all ages to transform a flat sheet of paper into a functional, 3D object in minutes which inadvertently helps them explore math and geometric shapes!

06/05/2026

🪄💫 We LOVE magic here at Camp Nakomis. Today the ever-talented Poppin' Penelope entertained our members with some of the coolest tricks our site has ever seen!

- 🛶 Another day at Camp means another opportunity for our members to go canoeing!- ☀️☀️ Canoeing continues to help our m...
06/03/2026

- 🛶 Another day at Camp means another opportunity for our members to go canoeing!

- ☀️☀️ Canoeing continues to help our members reduce stress and cortisol levels out in the water. In addition to this, they gain the proper amount of Vitamin D exposure being under the summer sun

06/02/2026

🌊- Camp Director Mr. Alex is showing our members how to make the BIGGEST SPLASH in the water. Check it out!

🫵 - Hey are you following us on Instagram/TikTok? 🧡💚 - If not, there's still time! Follow us on both at . 📲
06/02/2026

🫵 - Hey are you following us on Instagram/TikTok?

🧡💚 - If not, there's still time! Follow us on both at .

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🏹 Nocked and loaded! - 🎯Archery continues to be a fan favorite amongst our members here at Camp! To help with their perc...
06/02/2026

🏹 Nocked and loaded!

- 🎯Archery continues to be a fan favorite amongst our members here at Camp! To help with their percussion our members are spending part of the day working on their form and technique.

- 👦🧒 Archery continues to help kids build hand-eye coordination, patience, and emotional control.

💚🧡  ! Come to Camp Nakomis and have a great summer with us.
06/01/2026

💚🧡 ! Come to Camp Nakomis and have a great summer with us.

Camp Nakomis is officially underway! ☀️

Today kicks off a summer filled with adventure, friendship and unforgettable memories. From canoeing and archery to swimming, themed activities and new discoveries, our campers are ready for an amazing summer at Camp Nakomis.

Here's to the start of another incredible summer at Camp Nakomis! 🧡

Learn more about Camp Nakomis at bgcomaha.org/camp.

06/01/2026

💚🧡 Meet your Camp Staff Part 2!

These wonderful individuals will be bringing the fun all summer for you!

1. Nailah - Best jump shot on the team!
2. Vanessa - Charlie's favorite staff!
3. Sakinah - Fun Fact born in Idaho!

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN!Camp Nakomis 2026 registration is officially live!Give your child a summer filled with advent...
02/09/2026

🎉 Registration is NOW OPEN!
Camp Nakomis 2026 registration is officially live!

Give your child a summer filled with adventure, growth, and fun on the shores of Carter Lake.

👉 Register here: https://bgcomaha.org/camp

Don't wait — spots go fast!

Address

4101 N 17th Street
Carter Lake, IA
51510

Telephone

+17123475687

Website

http://www.instagram.com/campnakomis, http://TikTok.com/CampNakomis

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