Camp · STEM · Ages 9–12 · $250/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 9–12

Cosmic Adventure Camp

TBD · $250/week

Cosmic Adventure Camp, part of UMD's Kids Rock Summer Camp, offers day camp experiences focused on STEM activities for children in Duluth, Minnesota.

▌ Editor's read The website https://umdrsop.d.umn.edu/kidsrock-summer-camp loads successfully and details the Cosmic Adventure Camp as part of the University of Minnesota Duluth's (UMD) Kids Rock Summer Camp program. This indicates the camp is operated by a university. The program is a day camp, offering various themed weeks, including 'Cosmic Adventure' which focuses on space and STEM activities for specific age groups. There is no mention of ACA accreditation on the website, nor is it listed in the ACA directory under 'Cosmic Adventure Camp' or 'UMD Kids Rock Summer Camp'. The website does not provide information on staff-to-camper ratios or explicit details about staff background checks. Google reviews for 'UMD Kids Rock Summer Camp' show a rating of 4.8 stars from 10 reviews, with parents generally praising the engaging activities and enthusiastic staff. No specific state license number is provided on the site.
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Who thrives here Ages 9–12

Cosmic Adventure Camp 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 stem 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
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 9–12
  • Hours: TBD
  • Address: 1049 University Dr, Duluth, MN 55812, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Financial assistance available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Cosmic Adventure Camp

What ages does Cosmic Adventure Camp accept?
Cosmic Adventure Camp is open to children ages 9–12. 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 Cosmic Adventure Camp cost?
Cosmic Adventure Camp publishes $250/week for the standard session. USD. Financial assistance available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Cosmic Adventure Camp's hours?
Cosmic Adventure Camp runs TBD. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Cosmic Adventure Camp?
Cosmic Adventure Camp is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Cosmic Adventure Camp provide lunch?
Cosmic Adventure 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 Cosmic Adventure Camp compare to other stem camps in Duluth?
Cosmic Adventure Camp is one of 5 stem camps in Duluth 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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