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Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark

Winona State University

Camp Invention: Spark at Winona State University offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, emphasizing hands-on innovation and pr...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL loads successfully, directing to the Camp Invention program page for the 'Spark' camp hosted at Winona State University. This is a day camp designed for children entering grades K-6. The program is part of the larger Camp Invention initiative by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, which states on its website that all program team members undergo background checks. The camp is not listed in the ACA directory. The owner type is university, as it is hosted by Winona State University. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show a high satisfaction rate, with an average of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising the engaging activities and educational value. Specific reviews for the Winona State University location were not readily available, but the national program's reputation is strong.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Winona State University - 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

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: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 203 W Sanborn St, Winona, MN 55987
  • Cost notes: Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Winona State University - 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 Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Pricing starts at $285 or ~$9/hour. Payment plans are available. See local camp for exact pricing. Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Winona State University - 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.
Who runs Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark?
Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark 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 Winona State University - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Winona State University - 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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