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Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club

The Bernie & Berniece Baker Club is one of several Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa locations offering after-school and summer programs focused on academic...

▌ Editor's read The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa, including the Bernie & Berniece Baker Club, operates as a nonprofit organization providing after-school and summer programs. Their website, bgcci.org, loads successfully and details their mission to enable all young people to reach their full potential. The organization states that all staff and volunteers undergo thorough background checks to ensure child safety. While specific Google reviews for the Bernie & Berniece Baker Club itself are not readily available, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa has a Google rating of 4.6 stars from 104 reviews, indicating general community satisfaction. The program type is day camp, as it offers structured activities during the day. The organization is not listed as ACA accredited. Social media handles include @bgccentraliowa on Instagram and 'bgccentraliowa' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Address: 705 E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50316
  • Phone: (515) 262-5695
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club

What ages does Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club accept?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club is open to children ages 5–12. 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 Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club cost?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club provide lunch?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club 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.
How does Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club compare to other traditional day camp camps in Des Moines?
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Iowa - Bernie & Berniece Baker Club is one of 21 traditional day camp camps in Des Moines that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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