Hot Summer Kids Camps in Plymouth

Five cool camps for kids.
There's scarcely a dull moment at a summer camp populated by inflatables courtesy of Pump It Up.

Primrose Summer Camp Sporting weekly themes such as Animal Safari and Medieval Times, this camp keeps kids busy from drop-off to pick-up. Kids experience “variety, a mix of field trips [and] summer camp things, but still have the opportunity to keep up with learning activities,” says Kim Taylor with Primrose School of West Plymouth. campprimrose.com   Pump It Up There is scarcely a dull moment at this inflatable-populated summer camp destination. Owner Jeni Mand says Pump It Up is a constant source of jumping fun due to the convenient indoor space. Next time the sun gets shy, take the tykes to expend some energy. Pricing and times available online. 3500 Holly Ln. N.; 763.553.0340; pumpitupmn.com   Summer Arts Camp This summer arts class is the perfect guide to a creative learning adventure in many mediums. Age-appropriate activities encourage artistic exploration and freedom of expression. Half days and full days are available depending on age group. Register online or in person. Minnetonka Center for the Arts, 2240 North Shore Dr., Wayzata; 952.473.7361; minnetonkaarts.org Middle School Summer Camp Too old for some child care camps, too young for a summer job – what’s the best way to keep your middle school student entertained this summer? Wayzata Community Education offers a unique and entertaining variety of programs perfect for this age group including Google 3D Sketch Up, Sonic Blast Rock ‘n’ Roll Music Camp and Cooking Camps with Exotic Palates. Register online. Camps are also available for K-5th graders; more details on the website. 305 Vicksburg Lane N., Plymouth; 763.745.5200; ceregistration.wayzata.k12.mn.us  Extreme Fishing Camp Young anglers can try out the latest equipment and travel around the Three Rivers Park District to check out a variety of prime spots both on land and by boat. Equipment is provided to catch anything from a large mouth bass to a northern pike. The camp is based at French Regional Park, August 4-9. More information about this and other Three Rivers camps is available at ThreeRiversParks.org or by calling 763.559.6700.