Spending time planning your Iowa travel should include a trip to see the Cedar Rapids Kernels Baseball Team. This Class A minor league team plays in the Midwest League and is affiliated with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.

The team really cares about youth and offers Youth Baseball Camps during the summer. The kids will have a chance to learn from both players and coaches. They will learn the basics of baseball, running, hitting, catching, throwing and teamwork.

Your kids can also have a birthday party at the park. The party begins 60 minutes before the game and includes tickets for the birthday person and 9 friends. They will get a stadium dinner that they will love, the hot dog, chips and more will be a big hit. The most exciting part of the whole party will certainly be the opportunity to throw out a ceremonial first pitch before the game.