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

Mad Science - STEM Odyssey

Mt. Lebanon · $179/week

Mad Science - STEM Odyssey, offered through Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation, provides hands-on STEM day camp experiences for children in Pittsburgh, PA.

▌ Editor's read The provided website loads successfully and details the 'Mad Science - STEM Odyssey' camp as part of the Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation programming. This indicates the camp is run by a municipal entity. The camp is a day camp, with sessions running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The website lists various Mad Science camps, including 'Robotics & Engineering', 'Crazy Chemistry', and 'Brixology', catering to different age groups (typically 6-12 years old). There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation website, nor is 'Mad Science - STEM Odyssey' found in the ACA directory. The website for Mt. Lebanon Parks and Recreation has a Google review rating of 4.6 stars based on 133 reviews. Social media handles for Mt. Lebanon are @mtlebanonpa on Instagram and 'mtlebanonpa' on Facebook. Specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for the Mad Science program are not explicitly stated on the provided page.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–12

Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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 - STEM Odyssey

What ages does Mad Science - STEM Odyssey accept?
Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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 - STEM Odyssey cost?
Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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 - STEM Odyssey's hours?
Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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 - STEM Odyssey?
Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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 - STEM Odyssey provide lunch?
Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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 - STEM Odyssey compare to other stem camps in Pittsburgh?
Mad Science - STEM Odyssey 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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