Camp Invention - Ankeny, IA

10/12/2026

Thinking about your holiday shopping yet? Camp Invention makes a great "experience gift" for a kid who already has too many toys. 😉

Pre-register now for our Summer 2027 camp: https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/ia81/01033

10/05/2026

Happy !

We are so thankful for the teachers that helped us make our 2026 camp such an amazing experience:
Ms. Kelly
Ms. Michelle
Ms. Megan M.
Ms. Megan S.
Ms. Neva (for "subbing" for us one day)

Your dedication to our campers is one of the many things that makes Camp Invention - Ankeny, IA such an amazing experience! Thank you!

Educators encourage campers to build confidence, unleash creative skills and uncover their imaginations! Thank you to the thousands of teachers who join us each year and make a huge impact at Camp Invention®!

10/03/2026

It's FINALLY stopped raining here in Ankeny! 🎉

If you're out and about this weekend, don't forget that there are always opportunities to talk about "science stuff" with your kids (and nurture STEM learning) in everyday life! 🍁🍂

As the leaves shift from vibrant greens to warm yellows and oranges, has your child ever wondered why they change color in the fall? It’s because of science! https://ow.ly/xbJ050ZQMWe

09/29/2026

We understand you want to register for Camp Invention next summer, but your plans aren’t set that far out. (And we haven't totally finalized the dates of our Ankeny camp yet!)

No problem! Just secure your spot now, save $50 with code SOCIAL50, *and* you can make changes up to three weeks after you receive your camp dates!

Don't wait - this discount ends tomorrow (9/30/26)!

Pre-register your camper today! https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/ia81/01033

09/21/2026

It was SO MUCH FUN for us to watch our campers strengthen their problem-solving skills last summer... and we'd love to see you back at camp for our Summer 2027 session!

Full details about the camp happening in Ankeny have *not* been finalized yet, but if you KNOW you want to spend a week with us this summer... we already have some discounts available!

✅ $70 OFF with code PREREG70
(For returning/alumni families through September 30, 2026)

✅ $50 OFF with code CAMP2027
(Available to all families through September 30, 2026)

Pre-register your camper today! https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/ia81/01033

When kids have the freedom to ask questions, experiment and explore, they develop the skills to think outside the box and solve problems. Provide your child with the opportunity to discover and innovate next summer at Camp Invention®!

09/18/2026

Is your camper still talking about all the fun they had with us over the summer? Look at some of these photos from other Camp Invention programs that were happening across the country!

Full details about the camp happening in Ankeny have *not* been finalized yet, but if you KNOW you want to spend a week with us this summer... we already have some discounts available!

✅ $70 OFF with code PREREG70
(For returning/alumni families through September 30, 2026)

✅ $50 OFF with code CAMP2027
(Available to all families through September 30, 2026)

Pre-register your camper today! https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/ia81/01033

09/09/2026

I know it feels like the school year just started, but we're already excited about camp for Summer 2027! 🎉

Full details about the camp happening in Ankeny have *not* been finalized yet, but if you KNOW you want to spend a week with us this summer... we already have some discounts available!

✅ $70 OFF with code PREREG70
(For returning/alumni families through September 30, 2026)

✅ $50 OFF with code CAMP2027
(Available to all families through September 30, 2026)

Pre-register your camper today!

Help your child build confidence, learn problem-solving skills, discover inspiring role models and more at the STEM summer program in Ankeny, Iowa.

09/04/2026

Presenting the theme for next summer's "Camp Invention" - Gear Up!

Full details about the Summer 2027 camp happening in Ankeny have *not* been finalized yet, but if you KNOW you want to spend a week with us this summer... we already have some discounts available!

✅ $70 OFF with code PREREG70
(For returning/alumni families through September 30, 2026)

✅ $50 OFF with code CAMP2027
(Available to all families through September 30, 2026)

Pre-register your camper today! https://www.invent.org/program-search/camp-invention/ia81/01033

Uncover never-before-seen STEM challenges and hands-on exploration ...

06/23/2026

Thank you so much for all of the great upcycles you've been sending to camp so far this week! Our campers have been making some GREAT things!

We could use more: wooden items, small metal items, and small toys.

If you're looking to do some cleaning/downsizing of any of these items... feel free to send them our way!

06/22/2026

Our campers are all checked in and having a great time so far this morning! (There are 78 campers with us this week, so Camp Director Alisa will *definitely* be using her bullhorn this year!)

Mr. Mark and Miss Teagan are sorting through all of the "upcycles" that have been donated to camp so far - feel free to keep sending them throughout the week!

Please note: This is the only time this week that we'll be sharing photos from camp online. Please plan on attending our "Inventor Showcase" on Friday at 2 pm for a chance to see more photos and hear all about the great things your campers will have accomplished this week!

(Also - be sure and ask your camper what they did with the "weird creature" in the bottom left photo when you see them later today. Ha!)