What ages does Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps accept?

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps is open to children ages 7–12. 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 Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps cost?

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. See details on registration page Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.

Who runs Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps?

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps 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 Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps provide lunch?

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps 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 Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps compare to other stem camps in Lewiston?

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps is one of 7 stem camps in Lewiston 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.

▌ STEM · Ages 7–12

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps

Lewiston Community Center

Minds in Motion offers STEM-focused day camps for children in grades K-8, featuring hands-on science experiments and engineering challenges through the Lewis...

▌ Editor's read The Minds in Motion camps are offered through the Lewiston Recreation Department, indicating a municipal ownership type. The website lists various STEM camps, including 'Mad Scientist Camp' and 'Engineering Extravaganza,' targeting grades K-8. These are day camps, with specific dates and times provided for each session. The program descriptions emphasize hands-on activities and experiments. There is no information regarding ACA accreditation, staff-to-camper ratios, or background check policies on the provided URL. The camp details are found under the 'Activities' section, specifically 'Youth Programs' and 'Summer Camps' categories, on the Lewiston Recreation Department's official website.

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Parks-department programPublic, often subsidized

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Who thrives here Ages 7–12

Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right stem fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: 7–12
Address: Lewiston Recreation Department, 65 Central Ave, Lewiston, ME 04240
Phone: (207) 513-3005
Cost notes: See details on registration page

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps

What ages does Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps accept?: Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps is open to children ages 7–12. 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 Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps cost?: Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. See details on registration page Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps?: Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps 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 Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps provide lunch?: Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps 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 Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps compare to other stem camps in Lewiston?: Minds in Motion: Science & STEM Camps is one of 7 stem camps in Lewiston 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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