MONTICELLO — Camp Courageous is hosting its annual Omelet Breakfast and Open House on Sunday, April 30 from 8:00 a.m. to noon. It is a breakfast of made-to-order omelets served with sausage, toast, coffee, juice, and milk. All proceeds from this event go to Camp Courageous and its mission of serving individuals of all ages with disabilities.
Over 20 cookers will be making made-to-order omelets with ham, cheese, green peppers, onions, and more. It is recommended to come early for this wonderful breakfast priced at $10 for adults and $5 for children 12 and under. For every adult meal purchased guests will receive a coupon for a $5 zipline ride (a 50% discount!).
During the breakfast and open house, visitors will be able see the current construction of the upcoming fully accessible 18-hole miniature golf course. The 700’ zipline ride will be open for $10 per rider. Kids of all ages can visit and pet the Camp’s animals in the Nature Center. Guided tours of the Camp Courageous facilities will be available, which will include the Sill Barn, Train Depot, camper cabins, indoor pools, and more. The Multi-Purpose Field will be open, which includes a baseball diamond, pickleball courts, a soccer field, and more.
The 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth sports car being raffled by Camp Courageous will be on display during the open house. This red sports car has less than 3,000 miles and is in mint condition. Raffle tickets are $25 each, with the drawing being held on Sunday, December 31, 2023.
Camp Courageous is located at 12007 190th Street, Monticello, IA 52310. From US Highway 151, take exit 65 and follow the signs. The camp is located about five miles southeast of Monticello. The camp is run primarily on donations, giving all individuals the opportunity to give through gifts of time, materials, money, and other means that support the camp. Go to campcourageous.org for more information on Camp Courageous.
Camp Courageous is a year-round recreational, respite care, and travel program for individuals of all ages with disabilities.