Easy, fun and a great workout! What else is there to say? Paddle boards are a great way to get out on the water and be active. Picture a beefed up surfboard that is stable and a long canoe paddle used to propel yourself. Class sizes are very small and the instruction is short and easy, so most of our time will be out on the water. Pre-registration is required.

Specifically designed for participants that will be finishing Grades 3-6 in Spring of 2017. Your imagination is the only limit at this arts and nature focused camp! We’ll get inspired by nature and use natural materials as we explore Wargo through art, music, and creative play. On Thursday afternoon, chaperones are encouraged to join us at 3:30 for a showcase of what we have created!

Come enjoy the ancient practice of Yoga combined with Stand Up Paddle Boarding! These classes take your favorite yoga postures onto the water! Both yoga and stand up paddle boarding are great for building a stronger core, improved balance, coordination, endurance and body strength! No prior experience needed. Class space is limited and pre-registration is required. Instructed by Thia Casanova with Comfort Yoga®.

The second (but still introductory) level kayaking class is designed for the kayaker with some previous paddling experience. You will learn a variety of second level skills including wet exits and entries, draw and sweep strokes, bracing and more. Reduce fatigue and increase your paddling enjoyment by improving your technique. Next level kayaking classes will be held at Centerville Lake and Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park. Space is limited. Bring your own boat or we will provide one. Pre-registration required. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Join us for a leisurely Friday evening paddle on beautiful George Watch Lake at Wargo Nature Center. A staff person will be along to help get everyone set up with equipment, assist with instruction if needed, and lead the group on a sunset paddle. Canoes and kayaks are available and are included with the registration fee. Families welcome, age 4 and up recommended. No paddling experience required but pre-registration is required. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Specifically designed for participants that will be finishing Grades 4-6 in Spring of 2017. Campers will experience a wide variety of outdoor activities including: stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, fishing, canoeing, team-building games, biking, and more. To top off the week, we will hike to Bunker Beach Wave Pool for water slides, waves, and relaxation on the lazy river!

Join a naturalist for campfire talks at the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Campground Amphitheater. Programs are on Saturday evenings and begin at 7:00 pm and include a roaring campfire, interactive activities, and presentations enjoyable for the whole family. Best of all, the programs are FREE!

Specifically designed for participants that will be finishing Grades 3-6 in Spring of 2017. Have you ever wondered how you would get by if you were lost in the wilderness? Test your knowledge and learn new skills as we build shelters and fires, learn about finding food and water, and discover what we need to know to be prepared for an emergency. Campers will spend much of their time in the woods practicing their newfound skills.

Specifically designed for participants that will be finishing Grades 3-6 in Spring of 2017. Have you ever wondered how you would get by if you were lost in the wilderness? Test your knowledge and learn new skills as we build shelters and fires, learn about finding food and water, and discover what we need to know to be prepared for an emergency. Campers will spend much of their time in the woods practicing their newfound skills.

Specifically designed for participants that will be finishing Grades 3-6 in Spring of 2017. Have you ever wondered how you would get by if you were lost in the wilderness? Test your knowledge and learn new skills as we build shelters and fires, learn about finding food and water, and discover what we need to know to be prepared for an emergency. Campers will spend much of their time in the woods practicing their newfound skills.

Please call to make an appointment at 763-422-6970 (Walk - ins accepted on available basis only)

Join us for a leisurely Friday evening paddle on beautiful George Watch Lake at Wargo Nature Center. A staff person will be along to help get everyone set up with equipment, assist with instruction if needed, and lead the group on a sunset paddle. Canoes and kayaks are available and are included with the registration fee. Families welcome, age 4 and up recommended. No paddling experience required but pre-registration is required. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Who can be a Super Hero that will protect us from the villains? Hopefully, you can! There are Super Heros in the real world too. Help save the planet from invaders and protect nature from devastation. At this camp you will learn about eco-systems and plants and animals so that you can protect our living, breathing planet. Let’s see what kind of Super Hero you will become. (Ages 4-5 at time of registration)