In The Beginning There Was The World’s Largest Garage Sale

In summer of 1974 the first 211 campers came to  Camp Courage.   The camp was nearly $20,000 in debt,…

John B. “Jack” Kuriger Passes-A Family Legacy

Camp Courageous is saddened by the recent passing of John “Jack” Kuriger, 84, of Cascade, originally from Monticello, IA.  Jack…

Marion American Legion Riders

Camp Courageous extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Marion American Legion Riders for their unwavering dedication and support. Your continued…

Cupid Shuffle!

Our campers got to Cupid Shuffling with our very own DJ Ro at the Cupid Shuffle event! The dance floor…

Camp to You Brings the Fun to Marion Milestones!

  This Camp to you started off with lots of excitement as Craig Stadtmueller and Charlie Becker stepped in to…

Respite: Pajama Party!🧸

After experiencing 60-degree weather and then bouncing back down to the single digits, a comfy weekend where our campers get…

Today We Celebrate YOU: Caregivers!

Systems Unlimited spent time this week putting their creativity to work with a variety of crafts! Their favorite was making…

Kay Graber, 89, of Mt Vernon, IA…An Extraordinary Trailblazer, Passes

Camp Courageous is deeply saddened by the passing of Kay Graber, 89, of Mt. Vernon, Iowa. Kay was an extraordinary…

Camp to You in West Branch!

The Village Community brought the fun and energy as they celebrated with a morning full of laughter, creativity, and friendly…

Campers enjoy Florida; manatees, a sunset cruise, and the beach!

Day 1    The travel group waved goodbye to Iowa’s chilly clutches and jetted off to soak up Tampa’s toasty…

🦸‍♀️Heroes in Training Respite!🦸‍♂️

While campers attended Heroes in Training they got to hone in their powers and talents, participating in numerous activities, creating…

Margie Mitchell’s Continued Support

Camp Courageous is incredibly grateful for Margie and her family’s continued support over the years. While recently moving and downsizing,…

Daryl And Twila Griffith’s Legacy Will Live On Forever At Camp Courageous

Camp Courageous Perpetual Fund:  https://campcourageous.org/perpetual-fund/ Some visits to Camp Courageous feel especially meaningful — the kind that remind us why…

Cards and Catapults at Camp To You!

Cards, catapults, and chaos in the best way made this Camp To You a blast! Campers tested their guessing skills…

Camp and Cocoa Youth

Camp Courageous hosted a “Camp and Cocoa” for the youth campers! The youth spent the evening  playing games, drinking cocoa,…

Former Camper, Jimmy Gibney, Recipient “The Helpful Smile” Excellence in Service Award From Camp’s Friends at Hy-Vee!

Congratulations to Jimmy Gibney for being selected as the first to receive “The Helpful Smile” Excellence in Service Award from…

Camp brings fun and competition to Unlimited Services

Camp Courageous visited Unlimited Services in Manchester for a morning filled with competition and excitement! Minute-To-Win-It games were the perfect…

CAMP COURAGEOUS’ DEAR FRIEND, SPEED HERRIG, RECEIVES THE 2025 HONORARY MASTER PORK PRODUCER !

Speed’s Story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ke1A9-w7mo Congratulations to Camp Courageous’ dear friend, Duane “Speed” Herrig, also known as “The Sauceman,” for receiving the 2025…

Sparks of Generosity: Brian Espensen Donates Welder to Camp Courageous

        Brian Espensen of West Branch made the trip to Camp Courageous on a frigid day to…

Lost in Space Respite!

Our Winter Respites are nothing short of cold, but the campers had a BLAST🚀 and not just because the theme…