| The Lions International Youth Camp and Exchange Program is life changing. Participants enjoy a unique cultural learning experience living with an Iowa host family and taking part in a camp. This program is open to youth ages 16 -20. Total number of campers will be limited to 26, with 12 male and 12 female campers, with a limit of 2 campers from any one country. We accept students of Lions as well as non-Lions.
Our Youth & Exchange Program is authorized for the purpose of furthering Lions Clubs International’s first objective: “To create and foster a spirit of understanding among peoples of the world.”
The objectives of our program are:
- 1. Bring young people of different countries into meaningful contact with each other.
- 2. Facilitate the sharing of ideas, customs, and cultural viewpoints.
- 3. Promote international understanding and goodwill, and to work toward the goals of world peace.
- 4. Develop leadership potential in youth.
- 5. Encourage respect in young people for the thinking of others.
- 6. Promote international travel. g. Provide a range of activities that promotes a healthy learning experience, both physically and intellectually.
The Lions Clubs of Iowa International Youth Camp is a SMOKE FREE CAMP held annually.
2025 Camp
Camp Activities Will Include: Learning about Iowa our history and Iowa Lions. They will see historical sites around Iowa, a bison farm, a county fair, our State Capital, an Amusement Park, one of our shopping malls, bowling and many more activities. Students are required to present country flags, a talk about their countries, families and home life and participate in our camp talent show.
2025 Hosting & Camp Dates:
Hosting: June 27, 2025, thru July 19, 2025
Camp: July 18, 2025, thru July 25, 2025 |
