North Star Camp for Boys

Experience

Obviously camp is fun. North Star Never loses sight of that. But if it is only fun then we are missing an opportunity for real education for living. We view camp as a preparatory experience of living in the real world. Fun is used and directed here to develope a sense of community and confidence, a balance of competition and cooperation. 

North Star Camp is a premier residential camp for boys in Hayward, Wisconsin.  Set on 120 acres, with 2.5 miles of beautiful Northwoods shoreline, North Star offers a rich variety of activities and experiences designed to stimulate the imagination and challenge the skills of boys ages 8 to 15. Structured but not regimented, the North Star program reflects North Star's philosophy of giving young people an opportunity to experience adventure in a friendly, welcoming pace away from the stress of everyday life. Our diverse program offers opportunities in athletics, water sports, creative arts, and adventure programming, and instills a sense of healthy competition through our Achievement Based Programming. Every camper also embarks on an age-appropriate wilderness trip with their cabin, which takes them canoeing or hiking through the scenic landscapes of the upper Midwest.

 The North Star program develops these values by providing opportunities to practice decision making, self expression, team work and group living skills. The spontaneous enthusiasm and flexibility of our staff help campers stretch their imagination, explore the outdoors, learn to respect individual differences  and develop an appreciation for their environment.

Your son will return from his first summer at North Star raving about his new friends and new adventures, and he will come home a more confident, responsible, and compassionate young man. You will undoubtedly see the growth and maturity he gained from his North Star experience.