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▌ Specialty · Ages 8–10

YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders Camp

YMCA Day Camp Spring Lake

Traditional day camp for entering grades 3-5 at YMCA Camp Spring Lake, offering a variety of outdoor and camp

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to the YMCA of the North's camp registration page, specifically filtered for Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders Camp for grades 3-5. This camp is a day camp program offered by the YMCA, a well-established nonprofit organization. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks and receive training in child abuse prevention. While specific Google reviews for 'Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders Camp' are not readily available, the YMCA of the North generally receives positive feedback, with the 'YMCA Day Camp Spring Lake' location having a 4.6-star rating from 100 Google reviews. The camp focuses on traditional outdoor activities, games, and skill development. Accreditation status with the ACA could not be determined directly for this specific program through the ACA directory, as the search results were too broad for 'YMCA of the North' and did not specify individual camp programs.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–10

YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders Camp 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 specialty program.

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: 8–10
  • 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 Pathfinders Camp

What ages does YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders Camp accept?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders Camp is open to children ages 8–10. 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 Pathfinders Camp cost?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders 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 Pathfinders Camp?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders 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 Pathfinders Camp provide lunch?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders 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 Pathfinders Camp compare to other specialty camps in Prior Lake?
YMCA Camp Spring Lake Traditional Pathfinders 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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