Severe Weather at Camp Shalom
The recent severe weather that has devastated the state of Iowa, including the tornado that hit the Little Sioux Boy Scout Camp, has left many parents concerned about their children’s safety while at Camp Shalom. Severe weather is always a concern while children are at camp. To help address these concerns Camp Shalom has developed the following systems.
Canoeing on the Maquoketa River to Resume
The water levels of the Maquoketa River have receded low enough that we will resume canoeing activities starting the week of June 29 – July 4. The excessive amount of rain has prohibited us from using the river so far this summer. So we are very excited to be able to offer this program to our campers. Initially, all canoe activity will be held from our access point on the river. As the summer progresses and we gain greater confidence in conditions up river, the Outpost will return to longer canoe runs.
Cold Mornings and Cold Shower Problem Solved
Earlier this summer the morning temperatures at Camp Shalom dropped into the upper 40’s. In addition to these cool conditions, the temperature of the water in the showers matched the temperatures outside. The hot water heaters in both the Outpost and Village shower houses had a circuit tripped. Unfortunately, no one informed the maintenance staff of these conditions. The problem has been solved and hot water has returned to the showers. Just in time for the 80 degree morning. We apologize to the campers in the first two sessions for this mishap.
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