Camp · STEM · Ages 6–12 · $179/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 6–12

Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp

Mt. Lebanon · $179/week

Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp, offered through Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation, provides hands-on STEM activities focused on physics and aviation for...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation page, which details various Mad Science camps, including 'Forces and Flight.' This indicates the camp is run by the municipal parks department, not directly by Mad Science. The camp is a day program, with specific dates and times listed for different age groups (e.g., ages 6-11). There is no mention of ACA accreditation, state licensing, or specific staff-to-camper ratios on the page. The Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation Facebook page (mtlebanonpa) is active, but specific reviews for the 'Forces and Flight' camp are not readily available. The page describes activities like exploring the principles of flight, building rockets, and experimenting with air pressure. Google reviews for 'Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation' show a 4.6-star rating from 160 reviews, generally positive about facilities and programs.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Mad Science - Forces and Flight 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 stem program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Municipal parks department
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 6–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 900 Cedar Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15228, USA
  • Cost notes: $179 for residents, $189 for non-residents

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp

What ages does Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp accept?
Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp is open to children ages 6–12. 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 Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp cost?
Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp publishes $179/week for the standard session. That sits 81% below the $949 median for stem camps in Pittsburgh, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp's hours?
Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp 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 Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp?
Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp is operated by the local parks department. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp provide lunch?
Mad Science - Forces and Flight 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 Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp compare to other stem camps in Pittsburgh?
Mad Science - Forces and Flight Camp is one of 33 stem camps in Pittsburgh 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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