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▌ Specialty · Ages 11–13

YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp

YMCA Day Camp Spring Lake

Traditional day camp for entering grades 6-8 at YMCA Camp Spring Lake, providing engaging outdoor and leadership

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of the North's camp search results, specifically highlighting the Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp for grades 6-8. This is a day camp program, as indicated by the 'Day Camp Spring Lake' in the camp's description. The YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization. While specific accreditation for this particular camp was not found on the ACA website, the YMCA as a larger entity often adheres to high standards. The YMCA of the North website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention and safety. Google reviews for 'YMCA Day Camp Spring Lake' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 10 reviews, with reviewers generally praising the variety of activities and positive staff interactions. The website provides social media links to @ymcanorth on Instagram and YMCANorth on Facebook.
Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

Who thrives here Ages 11–13

YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp 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

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 11–13
  • Address: 20000 Spring Lake Rd, Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA
  • Phone: 612-230-9622
  • 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 Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp accept?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp is open to children ages 11–13. 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 Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp cost?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers 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 Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers 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 Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers 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 Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp compare to other specialty camps in Prior Lake?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Trail Blazers Camp is one of 8 specialty camps in Prior Lake 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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