4th of July Extravaganza Camp
Day Camp Christmas Tree, part of YMCA of the North, offers traditional day camp experiences with a focus on outdoor activities and character development for ...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the registration page for Day Camp Christmas Tree, which is part of the YMCA of the North. This camp is ACA accredited, with its accreditation expiring in 2024, as confirmed by the ACA directory. It is also licensed by the state of Minnesota with license number 805623. The YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization, and their website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp offers a day program with activities like swimming, archery, and arts & crafts. Google reviews for 'YMCA Day Camp Christmas Tree' show a rating of 4.3 stars from 10 reviews, with parents generally praising the engaging activities and caring staff. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of the North are @ymcanorth on Instagram and YMCANorth on Facebook.
Who thrives here Ages 5–14
4th of July Extravaganza 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 traditional day camp 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
- Yes
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Nonprofit organization
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 5–14
- Address: 21712 County Rd 110, Minnetrista, MN 55364
- Phone: (763) 230-9300
- Cost notes: Non-member price is $300
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about 4th of July Extravaganza Camp
- What ages does 4th of July Extravaganza Camp accept?
- 4th of July Extravaganza Camp is open to children ages 5–14. 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 4th of July Extravaganza Camp cost?
- 4th of July Extravaganza Camp publishes $270/week for the standard session. Non-member price is $300 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
- Is 4th of July Extravaganza Camp accredited?
- Yes — 4th of July Extravaganza Camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA). ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
- Who runs 4th of July Extravaganza Camp?
- 4th of July Extravaganza Camp 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 4th of July Extravaganza Camp provide lunch?
- 4th of July Extravaganza 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 4th of July Extravaganza Camp compare to other traditional day camp camps in Minnetrista?
- 4th of July Extravaganza Camp is one of 6 traditional day camp camps in Minnetrista 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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Camps near here
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- Summer Extravaganza Camp · Day Camp Christmas Tree · Ages 5–15 · $300/week
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