What ages does Scales & Slime accept?

Scales & Slime is open to children ages 10–11. 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 Scales & Slime cost?

Scales & Slime publishes $125/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are Scales & Slime's hours?

Scales & Slime 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.

Who runs Scales & Slime?

Scales & Slime 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 Scales & Slime provide lunch?

Scales & Slime 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 Scales & Slime compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Rochester?

Scales & Slime is one of 10 outdoors/nature camps in Rochester 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.

▌ Outdoors/Nature · Ages 10–11

Scales & Slime

Quarry Hill Nature Center · $125/week · ★ 4.8 (1467 reviews)

Scales & Slime is a nature-focused day camp at Quarry Hill Nature Center in Rochester, MN, offering hands-on exploration of local ecosystems for young children.

▌ Editor's read The Scales & Slime camp is offered by the Quarry Hill Nature Center in Rochester, MN, which operates as a non-profit organization. The website loads successfully and provides detailed information about their summer nature camps, including Scales & Slime, which is designed for children aged 4-5. The program is a day camp, running for half-days, and focuses on outdoor exploration and learning about nature. The Quarry Hill Nature Center website states that all staff and volunteers undergo background checks, ensuring a level of safety. While not ACA accredited, the center has a strong community presence, evidenced by its 4.8-star rating on Google from over 500 reviews, with many reviewers praising the educational programs and staff. Social media handles for Instagram (@quarryhillnaturecenter) and Facebook (QuarryHillNatureCenter) are easily found, indicating an active online presence.

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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt

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Who thrives here Ages 10–11

Scales & Slime sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right outdoors/nature fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

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: Outdoors/Nature
Ages: 10–11
Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Address: Rochester, MN 55901, USA
Cost notes: USD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Scales & Slime

What ages does Scales & Slime accept?: Scales & Slime is open to children ages 10–11. 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 Scales & Slime cost?: Scales & Slime publishes $125/week for the standard session. USD. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Scales & Slime's hours?: Scales & Slime 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.
Who runs Scales & Slime?: Scales & Slime 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 Scales & Slime provide lunch?: Scales & Slime 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 Scales & Slime compare to other outdoors/nature camps in Rochester?: Scales & Slime is one of 10 outdoors/nature camps in Rochester 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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