Camp · Science/Tech · Ages 5–11 · $495/week
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▌ Science/Tech · Ages 5–11

Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters

Westwood · $495/week · ★ 3.3 (3 reviews)

A story-driven Minecraft adventure where campers explore mysterious islands and build their own pirate strongholds.

▌ Editor's read The provided website for STAR, Inc. loads successfully and details their summer camp offerings, including the 'Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters' program at Warner Avenue Elementary. STAR, Inc. is a nonprofit organization founded by Dr. Kathryn Barger and has been operating for 30 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page. The camp is a day program, running from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM with extended care options. While the specific camp is not ACA accredited, STAR, Inc. states on its 'Safety' page that all staff undergo background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. Google reviews for 'STAR Inc.' show a rating of 4.5 stars from 108 reviews, with many parents praising the engaging activities and caring staff. The camp integrates STEM, arts, and recreation, providing a well-rounded experience. Social media handles found are @starinc.org_ on Instagram and STAReducation on Facebook.
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Since 199630+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 5–11

Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters 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 science/tech program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1996 (30 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
1:14

How we verify these →

Money & Policies

FSA eligible
Not FSA eligible
Sibling discount
$25 off second child

$25 off second child

Details →
Session lengths
5-day (full week)
What campers take home
Varies by camp, but includes items like 3D-printed objects, custom t-shirts, and art show masterpieces.

Details

  • Category: Science/Tech
  • Ages: 5–11
  • Hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
  • Address: 615 Holmby Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
  • Phone: (310) 842-8542
  • Email: [email protected]

↗ What parents like

  • Story-driven Minecraft adventure
  • Collaborate with other players
  • End-of-week pirate battle

↘ Watch for

  • Requires Minecraft knowledge

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters

What ages does Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters accept?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters is open to children ages 5–11. 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 Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters cost?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters publishes $495/week for the standard session. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters's hours?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters 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.
What is Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters's staff-to-camper ratio?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters publishes a 1:14 staff-to-camper ratio. ACA recommends roughly 1:6 for ages 4-5, 1:8 for 6-8, 1:10 for 9-14, and 1:12 for 15-18 in day camps; tighter ratios than recommended usually signal more attentive supervision but can also reflect smaller program scale.
Who runs Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 30 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters provide lunch?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters 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.
Does Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters offer extended care?
Yes — Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters offers extended care (AM 8-9, PM 3-6). Extended care is usually billed separately from the core session; ask whether single-day drop-in is allowed or if it requires a full-week commitment.
How does Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters compare to other science/tech camps in Los Angeles?
Warner STAR — Minecraft: Captain Bowser Treasure Hunters is one of 525 science/tech camps in Los Angeles 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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