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Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark

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Camp Invention: Spark at Big Thompson Elementary offers a week-long STEM day camp experience for children, focusing on hands-on innovation and creative probl...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific Camp Invention program listing for 'Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark.' This is a day camp program, part of the larger Camp Invention network, which is a program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame. The website does not provide specific information about Big Thompson Elementary's camp operations beyond the program details. General Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' indicate a high level of satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging activities and educational value. The site does not mention ACA accreditation for this specific location, nor does it provide details on staff ratios or background check policies for the local site. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark 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

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Day camp
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 7702 W US Highway 34, Loveland, CO 80537
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark 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 Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark 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.
What are Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark 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.
Does Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Big Thompson Elementary - Thompson SD - Jun 22-26 - Camp Invention: Spark 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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