Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate
Camp Invention: Elevate at Minnetonka Middle School West offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children, emphasizing hands-on innovation and problem-...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific session of Camp Invention, 'Elevate,' hosted at Minnetonka Middle School West. Camp Invention is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, offering STEM-focused day camps across the country. The website mentions that all program team members are background-checked and trained. While this specific location does not have independent Google reviews, Camp Invention as a national program generally receives positive feedback, with a Google rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews for its main page. The program is designed for children in grades K-6, focusing on hands-on activities, creative thinking, and problem-solving. The camp is a day program, and its owner type is likely a nonprofit (National Inventors Hall of Fame). No specific staff-to-camper ratio is listed for this location or the national program. The camp's social media handles are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate 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
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 6421 Hazeltine Blvd, Excelsior, MN 55331
- 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 Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate
- What ages does Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate accept?
- Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate 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 Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate cost?
- Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate 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 Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate's hours?
- Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate 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.
- Does Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate provide lunch?
- Minnetonka Middle School West - 2nd Session - Camp Invention: Elevate 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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- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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