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YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp

YMCA Day Camp Spring Lake

Traditional day camp for entering grades 1-2 at YMCA Camp Spring Lake, focusing on outdoor activities and exploration.

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of the North's camp search results, specifically highlighting the Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp for grades 1-2. This is a day camp program, and the YMCA of the North is a non-profit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention, CPR, and first aid. While specific Google reviews for 'Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp' were not found, the YMCA of the North generally receives positive feedback, with the 'YMCA Day Camp Spring Lake' location having a 4.5-star rating from 13 Google reviews, often praising the variety of activities and caring staff. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory under its specific name, and no state license number was readily available on the site. Social media handles for the broader YMCA of the North are @ymcanorth on Instagram and YMCANorth on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 6–7

YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp is well suited to lower-elementary campers who can sit through a 30-minute activity block but still need movement breaks every hour. specialty content lands when it's framed as play first, instruction second; this age responds to friend-group continuity more than to specific skill outcomes.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 6–7
  • Address: 20000 Spring Lake Rd, Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA
  • Phone: 612-230-9622
  • Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp accept?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp is open to children ages 6–7. 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 YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp cost?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp 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.
Who runs YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers 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 YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers 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 YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp compare to other specialty camps in Prior Lake?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Explorers Camp is one of 8 specialty camps in Prior Lake 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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