Camp Foster YMCA

06/05/2026

Staff training is officially complete! A week full of learning, laughter and teamwork has us ready for an amazing summer. Session 1, we’re ready for you! 🏕️🐟

05/04/2026

We are always happy to partner with Iowa Lakes Community College. They help to keep our horses (and goats) safe, and they learn a lot about large animals.

04/28/2026

Kris Walker and Kara Rice will be leading a painting class where your subjects will be up close and personal!

When: May 26th from 6pm-8pm
Where: Camp Foster Pasture (weather dependent, participants will drive into the pasture or park at the office)
Cost: $30 (pay at registration)
Call to register: (712) 336-3272
15 spots available!

04/22/2026

Our Daycamp director representing. Be kind, who is your favorite college to support?

04/01/2026

Overnight Camp Session 5, July 5-11, just had a few spots open up. Yes, this is the session also known as Miracle Burn Camp week! For more information or to register today, visit www.campfosterymca.com.

03/19/2026

Day Camp Boots and Saddles spots are almost full! This program is for campers age 8-10 who want to spend extra time with our amazing horses. More information can be found at https://campfosterymca.com/day-camp/.

03/12/2026

We are experiencing intermittent internet outages that may affect our phones. We hope to have these issues resolved by 1pm. Thank you!

03/03/2026

Hey ladies! Join us for Ladies Ranch Day! You can expect to receive a 3-hour lesson from our trained volunteers, a chuckwagon meal, devotionals, and a trail ride throughout our beautiful camp!

*For the safety of our guests and horses, the weight limit for riding is 250lbs. Riders must be capable of mounting their horse, using a mounting block, without assistance and have enough core strength to stay centered and balanced on their horse.

03/02/2026

Join us May 15th - 17th for a weekend of family fun!

Register Here: https://campfosterymca.com/family-camp/

02/19/2026

Are your campers ready to wrangle up some fun this summer? We have a limited number of spots in our Day Camp Boots and Saddles program. This program is for campers ages 8-10 who love horses and want to learn more about them. Your camper will spend time with "their" horse each day, taking care of them and learning how to ride. Giddy up!

Day Camp 2026 camp Information There are NO wait lists for specialty camps. If your child is placed on a wait list for traditional day camp you cannot register for a specialty camp that same camp week. Day Camp Sessions Session 1: June 8-12 Toy World Step into a magical world where toys come to […...