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YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp

YMCA Day Camp Streefland

Wee Backpackers camp for kindergarteners at YMCA Camp Streefland, introducing young campers to outdoor exploration.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of the North's camp search page, specifically filtered to show results. The 'Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp: entering gr K' is a day camp program offered at YMCA Day Camp Streefland. The YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization. While the specific camp program is listed, detailed information about staff ratios or background check policies for this particular program is not readily available on the general search page. The YMCA of the North has a strong social media presence with an Instagram handle @ymcanorth and a Facebook handle YMCANorth. Google reviews for 'YMCA Day Camp Streefland' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 10 reviews, with positive comments generally highlighting the fun activities and caring staff. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory under 'Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp' or 'YMCA Day Camp Streefland'.
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Who thrives here Age 5

YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp is geared toward early-childhood campers — ages where ritual, repetition, and short activity blocks land better than long instructional sessions. specialty programs at this age work best when the day length matches the child's attention threshold and the staff knows how to handle separation moments without escalating them.

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: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–5
  • Address: 12000 Streefland Rd, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
  • Phone: 651-770-3000
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp accept?
YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp is open to children age 5. 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 YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp cost?
YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
Who runs YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp?
YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers 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 YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers 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 YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp compare to other specialty camps in Lake Elmo?
YMCA Camp Streefland Wee Backpackers Camp is one of 10 specialty camps in Lake Elmo 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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