Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark
Camp Invention: Spark at Lincoln Elementary offers an engaging STEM day camp experience for children, focusing on hands-on activities and creative problem-so...
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific program listing for Camp Invention: Spark at Lincoln Elementary, indicating it is a day camp. Camp Invention is a national program by the National Inventors Hall of Fame, offering STEM-focused activities. The website does not provide specific information about Lincoln Elementary's staff, licensing, or founder. Google reviews for 'Camp Invention' generally show high satisfaction, with an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 1,000 reviews, praising its engaging curriculum and hands-on approach. The program is not accredited by the ACA. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and CampInvention on Facebook. The site does not mention specific staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies for this particular location.
Who thrives here Ages 5–12
Lincoln Elementary - 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
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 5–12
- Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Address: 720 S Franklin Ave, Hastings, NE 68901
- Cost notes: 2026 pricing TBD as of 2026-04-16.
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Frequently asked about Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark
- What ages does Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
- Lincoln Elementary - 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 Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
- Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark 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.
- What are Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
- Lincoln Elementary - 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.
- Does Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
- Lincoln Elementary - 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.
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare Lincoln Elementary - Camp Invention: Spark with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp pricing in 2026 · Benchmark weekly cost before you commit a deposit.
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