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Camp North Star

Hayward, WI

Camp North Star is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys in Hayward, Wisconsin, focusing on skill...

▌ Editor's read Camp North Star, located in Hayward, Wisconsin, is a traditional overnight camp for boys that has been operating since 1945, making it 79 years old. The camp is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), with its accreditation valid through 2025, ensuring it meets industry standards for health, safety, and program quality. The website explicitly states a staff-to-camper ratio of 1:4 and mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The camp is owned and directed by the Lavick family, with Louie Lavick being the founder. Google reviews for Camp North Star show an average rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with parents frequently praising the positive impact on their sons' independence and the strong sense of community. The camp offers a wide range of activities including water sports, land sports, and creative arts.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194779+ years operating
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Who thrives here Ages 8–15

Camp North Star is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. overnight/sleepaway programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1947 (79 years)
Operator
Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 8–15
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 10970 W. Boys Camp Rd, Hayward, WI 54843
  • Phone: (715) 462-3254
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Free program

Runs 24-hour residential, 3 sessions (0 one-week, 3 multi-week blocks), from Jun 15 to Aug 7.

Sessions ⛓

Bookable units published by the camp. Multi-week blocks marked ⛓ are indivisible — register for the full session.

  • Session 1 Jun 15 – Jul 11, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,400
  • 8-Weeks Jun 15 – Aug 7, 2026 · 8 weeks · $15,000
  • Session 2 Jul 12 – Aug 7, 2026 · 4 weeks · $8,400

↗ What parents like

  • Campers choose their own activities
  • Focus on skill development
  • Beautiful Northwoods location

↘ Watch for

  • Only for boys
  • No short-term sessions available

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: Yes
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: outdoor

Frequently asked about Camp North Star

What ages does Camp North Star accept?
Camp North Star is open to children ages 8–15. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp North Star cost?
Camp North Star doesn't publish a flat per-week rate — pricing varies by session. Free program Contact the camp directly for the current schedule of fees.
What are Camp North Star's hours?
Camp North Star runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp North Star accredited?
Yes — Camp North Star is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 79 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp North Star?
Camp North Star is operated by a private business, with 79 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp North Star provide lunch?
Yes — Camp North Star includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
Does Camp North Star offer transportation?
Camp North Star provides transportation. Coverage zones and bus stops vary; ask for the route map for the summer you're enrolling in. Some camps fold bus fees into tuition, others bill separately.
How does Camp North Star compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Hayward?
Camp North Star is one of 5 overnight/sleepaway camps in Hayward that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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