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Long Acres Ranch - Camp Invention: Spark

Long Acres Ranch

Camp Invention: Spark at Long Acres Ranch offers a STEM-focused day camp experience for children in grades K-6, featuring hands-on activities and creative pr...

▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to a specific program listing for Camp Invention: Spark at Long Acres Ranch in Richmond, TX, which is part of the larger Camp Invention network. Camp Invention is a national program of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, offering STEM-focused day camps for grades K-6. The website indicates the program runs from July 29 - August 2, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM. While the specific Long Acres Ranch location does not have independent Google reviews, the broader Camp Invention program generally receives positive feedback, with many locations averaging 4.5 stars or higher on Google Reviews. The site does not mention ACA accreditation for this specific location, nor does it provide details on staff-to-camper ratios or background check policies. Social media handles for the overarching Camp Invention program are @campinvention on Instagram and 'campinvention' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 5–12

Long Acres Ranch - 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
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Established
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Operator
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Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 5–12
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Address: 2335 Richmond Parkway, Richmond, TX 77469
  • 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 Long Acres Ranch - Camp Invention: Spark

What ages does Long Acres Ranch - Camp Invention: Spark accept?
Long Acres Ranch - 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 Long Acres Ranch - Camp Invention: Spark cost?
Long Acres Ranch - 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 Long Acres Ranch - Camp Invention: Spark's hours?
Long Acres Ranch - 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 Long Acres Ranch - Camp Invention: Spark provide lunch?
Long Acres Ranch - 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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