North Star Camp for Boys

Experience

Philosophy

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Informal and flexible, structured but not regimented, the North Star program offers a rich variety of activities and experiences designed to stimulate the imagination and challenge the skills of boys aged 8 to 15. The program reflects North Star's philosophy of giving young people an opportunity to experience adventure in a friendly, noncompetitive pace away from the stresses of everyday life.

Our philosophy is based on skill development and healthy competition. Athletics and other competitive activities are a part of our program and many of our campers love participating in sports. We believe in playing the game to win, but once the game is over it is time to move onto the next game or activity. We provide an atmosphere where all children have a right to participate at their own developmental level, regardless of their capabilities. Our balance creates an environment where long-term friendships will always be more important than any win/loss record.

The North Star program revolves around the concept of Achievement Based Programming, a method which sets up every camper for successful skill development and builds self confidence. Our instructional project periods are tailored to the levels of every individual camper, and their progress is measured only against themselves. This allows every camper to see their improvement and celebrate their successes in each of their instructional project periods. By recognizing and praising each camper for their tangible achievements, they graduate each program taking pride in their successes, and more confident from the process.

This is all just part of the larger North Star philosophy, which places a premium on personal growth and the development of relationships. The North Star experience revolves around the cabin group and the individuals within. For most campers, this will be their first time away from home and living amongst their peers. The success of North Star has always been our ability to create a safe environment in which campers can feel comfortable, be themselves and develop meaningful relationships. This is at the root of everything we do: when we hire and train our staff, when we create our summer program, when we plan our special events, when we greet the kids as they arrive at camp, and when we say our tearful goodbyes on the last night. The result is that your child will receive an unmatched amount of individual attention from our staff and his cabinmates that will make his summer truly unforgettable.