North Star Camp for Boys
Preparing for Camp
In the spring we will have several forms that we need you to fill out. You can acess forms by logging into your Campintouch online account. After you log in, click the "Forms and Documents" link, where you will see a list of forms that are necessary to fill out as well as their due dates. On March 1st, all parents were sent this document, which will help walk you through the individual forms that need to be filled out. Please note that even though you may have completed these forms in years past, we do need updated information which will help us best meet the needs of your son. If you have any difficulties accessing or completing forms, please let us know so we can help.
The more comprehensive "Preparing for the Summer of 2011" Info Packet will both help you prepare and answer many of the questions that you have about camp. We've reorganized and streamlined this a bit, but its important that you read through some details on preparing for the summer, initial travel details and life at camp. This packet also addresses some important camp policies that we need your help with.
Below are some links and other resources to help you prepare for camp
- Our equipment list should serve as a guide to help you pack your son for the summer
- Parents of first time campers, please take a look over the Camper Handbook and Tips for First Time Campers. These articles on Sending a New Camper and Dealing with Homesickness will also help you prepare for the summer.
- If your son is traveling to camp from a city other than Chicago or Milwaukee, read over our Travel Details which will explain our transportation procedures, the airlines Unaccompanied Minor programs (necessary for most campers), and other tips to help you book flights.
- Mabel's Labels and Stuck On You both provide a variety of customizable labels that will help you mark your son's equipment.
- Everything Summer Camp sells lots of the things on our equipment list. North Star campers get a great discount on the Pop Up Soft Trunk.
You have the option to insure your child's summer using TravMark's A+ Protection Plans for Camp Participants. You can read the Program Description and their Letter to Camp Families, or Sign Up Here