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Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark

Isle Rec Center

Camp Invention: Spark at Isle Rec Center offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, featuring hands-on activities and creative pro...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program page for 'Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark' in Isle, MN. This is a day camp for children in grades K-6, running from July 22-26, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website highlights activities like 'Bot Annica,' 'Marble Arcade,' 'Mini Golf Design,' and 'Action & Reaction.' While the specific Isle Rec Center program does not have independent Google reviews, Camp Invention as a whole has a strong reputation, with many positive reviews for its various locations, often praising the engaging curriculum and enthusiastic instructors. The site does not mention ACA accreditation for this specific location, nor does it provide details on state licensing or staff-to-camper ratios. The Camp Invention social media handles are @campinvention on Instagram and 'CampInvention' on Facebook, indicating a national presence.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Isle Rec Center - 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
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 610 Mille Lacs Avenue, Isle, MN 56342
  • 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 Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Isle Rec Center - 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 Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Isle Rec Center - 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 Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Isle Rec Center - 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.
Does Isle Rec Center - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Isle Rec Center - 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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