Winona State University Summer Camps

Academic Camps

America's Cutting Edge (ACE) Composites Bootcamps

America's Cutting Edge (ACE) Composites bootcamps offer the hands-on experience of composite technology to those interested in learning more about carbon fiber and fiberglass. Week-long bootcamps, offered several times in the summer, will immerse participants in the world of composite technology at Winona State University, where Composite Engineering has been taught for over 30 years. This program is currently FREE including on-campus housing and food (value of $2,500/person). Travel cost is NOT covered. Participants will run equipment, infuse fabric with resin, assemble a project that they take home, and receive an ACE Composites in Automotive Credly badge. You will need to complete the online composites course and send us the badge of completion prior to the bootcamp date. Anyone that has completed the online content for Unit 2 will be given two weeks advanced notice when registration opens.

Dates: June 8-12, July 13-17, August 3-7
Ages: 17 and Older
Camp Focus: Career Exploration, Engineering, STEM, Trades
Contact: Erik Kerr-Anderson, eric.kerr-anderson@winona.edu

Camp Invention

This exciting, week-long summer adventure provides lessons that explore connections between science, technology, engineering, and innovation. Kids construct an invention with legos, cardboard, and other materials.

Camp Invention’s activities give participants the opportunity to explore, create and build confidence as they bring their biggest ideas to life. Our Leaders-in-Training (LIT) program is for students entering 7th - 9th grade. LITs will gain mentoring and collaboration skills while helping guide campers throughout the week.

Dates: August 3-7
Ages: Entering Grades K-6, Leaders-in-Training Program - Grades 7-9
Camp Focus: STEM
Cost: Campers - $310.00, Leaders-in-Training - $210.00 Scholarships are available
Contact: Ann Durley, camps@winona.edu

SCRUBS Camps

Explore healthcare careers through fun, hands-on activities at Winona State University’s Overnight Scrubs Camp! Learn from real healthcare pros, try out careers like Nursing, EMS, Respiratory Therapy, OT, PT, Public Health, and more, and experience college life by staying overnight in a residence hall. Make new friends, build skills, and see if healthcare is your future! Participants must register by June 12, 2026.

Dates: June 21-26
Ages: Entering Grades 9-12
Camp Focus: Healthcare
Cost: $450, Scholarships are available
Contact: Deenna Steinhaus, deenna.steinhaus@winona.edu

Athletic Camps

Youth Outdoor Adventure Camp

Campers experience rock climbing at the largest university climbing wall in the Midwest, 45' tall high ropes course, biking, and more. Instructors are certified outdoor industry professionals and licensed educators with extensive first aid training. This camp is about helping youth experience and see them selves as capable confident leaders! This camp is open to ages 7-12.

Dates: Weekly Throughout Summer - Monday-Thursday 9AM-3PM
Ages: Entering Grades K-5
Camp Focus: Outdoor Recreation: Climbing, High Ropes Course, Bouldering, Biking
Cost: $200, Scholarship are available
Contact: Mike Henderson, michael.henderson@winona.edu