What ages does Little Pioneers accept?

Little Pioneers is open to children ages 6–8. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.

How much does Little Pioneers cost?

Little Pioneers publishes $115/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Little Pioneers's hours?

Little Pioneers runs 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.

Who runs Little Pioneers?

Little Pioneers is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does Little Pioneers provide lunch?

Little Pioneers does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

▌ Specialty · Ages 6–8

Little Pioneers

Ushers Ferry · $115/week

Little Pioneers is a day camp offered by the City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department, providing themed activities for children aged 6-10.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a digital brochure for the City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department's Play! Spring & Summer 2026 programs, specifically page 8 which details the 'Little Pioneers' day camp. This camp is designed for children aged 6-10, with weekly themes such as 'Wacky Water Week' and 'Super Hero Training'. The cost is listed as $115 per week for residents and $130 for non-residents. The camp operates from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. The City of Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation Department has a Facebook page (CityofCR) with a 4.1-star rating from 104 Google reviews, generally positive comments about park facilities and programs. There is no mention of ACA accreditation or specific staff-to-camper ratios. The camp is clearly owned and operated by a municipal parks department.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 6–8

Little Pioneers is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. specialty content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Day camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Specialty
Ages: 6–8
Hours: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Address: 5000 Hahns Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402, USA
Phone: (319) 286-5566
Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

Lunch provided: No
Transportation: No
Financial aid: No
Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Little Pioneers

What ages does Little Pioneers accept?: Little Pioneers is open to children ages 6–8. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Little Pioneers cost?: Little Pioneers publishes $115/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Little Pioneers's hours?: Little Pioneers runs 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Little Pioneers?: Little Pioneers is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Little Pioneers provide lunch?: Little Pioneers does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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