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Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark

Central Lakes College

Camp Invention: Spark at Central Lakes College offers K-6th graders an engaging day camp experience focused on STEM innovation through hands-on activities an...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to a specific Camp Invention program hosted at Central Lakes College in Brainerd, MN. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from June 17-21, 2024. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which emphasizes STEM education through hands-on activities. The Camp Invention website states that all program team members undergo background checks. While Central Lakes College is the host, the curriculum and program structure are managed by Camp Invention. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. The camp's social media presence includes an active Instagram (@campinvention) and Facebook (campinvention) showcasing various program activities and testimonials.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark 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
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Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 501 West College Drive, Brainerd, MN 56401
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark 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 Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark?
Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Central Lakes College - Camp Invention: Spark 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.

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