Summer day camps with the Mahaska County Conservation Board host Challenge Camp on June 21st to the 23rd (deadline is June 17). This event is for ages 10 & older, and is held from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Russell Wildlife Area. The cost for Challenge Camp is $20.00 per camper.

Campers will experience many outdoor activities on a more in- depth level than Jr. Naturalist Camp. We will go fishing, hiking, archery, campfire cooking and lots of exploring! Campers will also be making our own fishing lures for fishing. Campers will be asked to bring a t-shirt to decorate for camp and a water bottle and lunch each day.

Be sure to sign up soon by calling the MCCB office at (641)673-9327. Payment is due by the first day of camp. Registration forms can be found online at www.mahaskaconservation.com or one can be mailed/e-mailed to you.