Welcome Leaders
Camp C.S. Klaus is situated on 200 acres of rolling hills near Colesburg, Iowa, where Scouts can explore, develop their Scout skills, and grow in the outdoors. With 7 campsites, it's a personal camp that can accommodate up to approximately 200 campers. We offer over 40 merit badges and a wide variety of daytime non-merit badge programs, as well as plenty of evening activities such as Water Follies, a Flag Retirement Ceremony, and Monday Night Games. For more information about Camp Klaus, including the Leader's Guide and necessary forms, please check out the links to the left. See below for even more reasons why your Troop should attend camp at Camp Klaus!
Wide Variety of Merit Badges and Activities
Camp Klaus offers over forty different merit badges, ten of which are required for the rank of Eagle Scout. Our combination of open and scheduled merit badges ensures each Scout has the opportunity to earn as many merit badges as they wish while at camp. We also offer countless other programs throughout the day, ranging from ultimate frisbee to chess. Some of our more unique programs, including mountainboarding and photography, have proven especially popular. All our programs are "Challenge by Choice" - we'll encourage your Scouts to expand their horizons, but their level of participation is up to them.
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- Over 40 Merit Badges offered, 10 of them are Eagle-Required
- Countless other programs, including Chess, Snorkeling, COPE, and more
- Merit Badges offered on a schedule or 'open', depending on the badge. Check Merit Badge Schedule for more info.
Personal Attention
Camp Klaus is a small camp, featuring about a 4:1 Scout:staff ratio. The staff prides themselves on really getting to know our campers, giving them a weeklong experience that won't soon be forgotten. At Camp Klaus, your Scouts will meet new friends while relaxing and just being themselves. This personal attention also aides in the learning process, helping each Scout to better understand and retain information presented in their classes, all while earning more merit badges and participating in more activities.
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- 4:1 Scout to Staff Ratio
- All Scouts are treated with respect
- Individualized teaching enhances learning opportunities
Affordable
Camp Klaus offers a great program at a great value. We're a small camp, focusing on providing a high quality camping experience to each Scout at an affordable price. Please check the current Leader's Guide or Promotional Flyer for current prices, or contact our Council Service Center at 800-866-2721.
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- In 2011, Boy Scouts attended for as little as $180; Leaders for $90
- In 2011, Cub Scouts attended for as little as $55
- Financial assistance is available - see "Campership" section
Activities for Leaders
Although our focus is on providing a quality program for the Scouts, it's okay for the leaders to have a little fun too! Activities abound on a daily basis - while you're here be sure to take part in our 'Camp Klaus' Golf Tournament, Scoutmaster Belly Flop, and the famous Staff versus Scoutmasters volleyball game. We also offer a 'Scoutmaster Merit Badge' that will keep you busy throughout the week. Sometimes, the adult leaders even put together a Scoutmaster skit, song or cheer for the Friday night campfire...
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- Plenty of fun activities for leaders
- Service projects are always available
- Plenty of training opportunities exist - see Leader's Guide for more details
A Highly Accessible Camp
At Camp Klaus, we work hard to ensure that all campers and visitors enjoy their time at camp. We provide canvas wall tents with wooden platforms for your use and meals are prepared and served in our newly remodeled dining facility, Munter Lodge (to encourage the patrol method, Troops are required to prepare three meals in their campsite). Our staff members believe in the philosophy of "Abilities Awareness," and are happy to go out of their way to make special accommodations when needed for both campers and visitors alike.
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- Canvas wall tents on wooden platforms in every campsite
- Meals prepared and served at Munter Lodge
- Special accommodations can be made - please contact Camp Director in advance
Health & Safety
Camp Klaus takes every precaution to ensure your son will be as safe as possible while at camp. We are a Nationally Accredited Camp, featuring a full-time, on-site Health Officer approved by a local physician. The camp staff are trained in the response to any emergency, and carry long-range two-way radios to communicate with one other. We continually monitor weather conditions, and have procedures in place to move Scouts to our storm shelters if the need arises.
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- Full-time on-site Health Officer approved by a physician
- Key camp staff trained in CPR and First Aid
- Storm shelters easily accessible
We Really, Truly Care
The thing that sets Camp Klaus apart from others is that our staff truly cares about every Scout and visitor that comes through our gate. This is something that can't be taught - it's something that is inherent in every person we hire. To get a better idea of this, please see Michael Brandwein's "A letter to my child's staff person..." - it's what we live by.