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Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp

Lakeside · $210/week

Outdoor-focused day camp offering a variety of activities in a natural setting for children.

▌ Editor's read The Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp website loads successfully and provides information about their day camp program. The camp is operated by the Chester Bowl Park, a non-profit organization. The website states that all staff undergo background checks. The program focuses on outdoor activities, environmental education, and community engagement, utilizing the natural resources of Chester Park. Google reviews for 'Chester Bowl' show a strong rating of 4.9 stars based on 179 reviews, with many reviewers praising the park and its programs, including summer camp, for being well-organized and providing a positive experience for children. The camp is not listed as ACA accredited. The website does not specify staff-to-camper ratios or the exact number of years the summer camp has been operating, though the Chester Bowl Park itself has a long history in the community.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp 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 traditional day camp program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Address: 1801 E Skyline Pkwy, Duluth, MN 55805
  • Phone: 218-724-9832
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $210 per week

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp

What ages does Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp accept?
Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp 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 Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp cost?
Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp publishes $210/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp's hours?
Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp runs 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp?
Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp provide lunch?
Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp 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 Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Duluth?
Chester Bowl Summer Day Camp is one of 13 traditional day camp camps in Duluth 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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