Camp Edenwood
Camp Eden Wood offers inclusive day camp experiences in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, focusing on outdoor activities and skill development for children of all abi...
▌ Editor's read Camp Eden Wood is a day camp program operated by True Friends, a Minnesota-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing life-changing experiences for children and adults with disabilities. The website clearly outlines various day camp sessions, including traditional camp activities, nature exploration, and skill-building. True Friends has an excellent reputation, boasting a 4.9-star rating on Google based on over 1,000 reviews, with many reviewers praising the inclusive environment and dedicated staff. The organization explicitly states that all staff members undergo background checks and receive extensive training, including CPR, First Aid, and disability-specific training, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. While the specific Camp Eden Wood program is not individually accredited by the ACA, the parent organization, True Friends, operates multiple camps and is well-established. The camp offers a variety of themed weeks and activities, catering to diverse interests and abilities.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
Who thrives here Ages 5–21
Camp Edenwood is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Specialty
- Ages: 5–21
- Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Address: 6350 Indian Chief Rd, Eden Prairie, MN 55346
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Camp Edenwood
- What ages does Camp Edenwood accept?
- Camp Edenwood is open to children ages 5–21. 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 Camp Edenwood cost?
- Camp Edenwood publishes $1,360/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- What are Camp Edenwood's hours?
- Camp Edenwood runs 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
- Who runs Camp Edenwood?
- Camp Edenwood 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 Camp Edenwood provide lunch?
- Camp Edenwood 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.
Planning guides
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