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▌ Specialty · Ages 5–12

SMART Girls DIY Camp

Southside BGC

SMART Girls DIY Camp is a free day camp for teen girls at the Southside Boys & Girls Club, focusing on DIY projects and skill-building.

▌ Editor's read The provided website, https://www.bgcmn.org/clubs/summer-teen-camps-2026/, loads successfully and details summer camp offerings for teens at various Boys & Girls Clubs of Minnesota locations, including the SMART Girls DIY Camp at the Southside BGC. This camp is described as a free day camp for girls, focusing on DIY projects. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Minnesota is a nonprofit organization. While specific staff ratios are not listed, the organization's general commitment to youth development is implied. The website does not mention ACA accreditation or state licensing information. Social media handles found on the site are @bgcmn for Instagram and bgcmn for Facebook. Google reviews for 'Boys & Girls Clubs of Minnesota' show a 4.7-star rating from 104 reviews, with positive comments often highlighting the supportive environment and engaging activities for youth.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

SMART Girls DIY 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 specialty 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: Specialty
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 1:00 - 5:00 pm
  • Address: 1000 S 14th St, Minneapolis, MN 55404
  • Phone: (612) 872-4103
  • Cost notes: Free teen summer camps 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about SMART Girls DIY Camp

What ages does SMART Girls DIY Camp accept?
SMART Girls DIY 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 SMART Girls DIY Camp cost?
SMART Girls DIY Camp doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free teen summer camps 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are SMART Girls DIY Camp's hours?
SMART Girls DIY Camp runs 1:00 - 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 SMART Girls DIY Camp?
SMART Girls DIY 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 SMART Girls DIY Camp provide lunch?
SMART Girls DIY 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.

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