Camp · STEM · Ages 6–12 · $275/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions

Bannockburn ES · $275/week

Montgomery County Rec offers a 'Engineers: Machines & Contraptions' day camp focused on STEM activities for children, run by the local government.

▌ Editor's read The Montgomery County Recreation website clearly indicates that it is a municipal entity, operating under the Montgomery County government. The camp in question, 'Engineers: Machines & Contraptions,' is listed as a day camp within their broader activities and programs section. The website explicitly states that 'All Montgomery County Recreation staff are required to pass a criminal background check,' which is a significant safety measure. While specific staff-to-camper ratios for this particular camp are not detailed, the overall structure suggests a well-organized program typical of municipal offerings. Social media handles for Instagram and Facebook are readily available on the site, indicating an active online presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions 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 stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Address: 4010 Randolph Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20902
  • Phone: 240-777-6840
  • Cost notes: USD. Montgomery County Recreation.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions

What ages does Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions accept?
Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions cost?
Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions publishes $275/week for the standard session. USD. Montgomery County Recreation. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions's hours?
Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions runs 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions?
Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions provide lunch?
Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions 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 Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions compare to other stem camps in Silver Spring?
Montgomery County Rec: Engineers: Machines & Contraptions is one of 25 stem camps in Silver Spring 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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