Last fall, I became the mom of not one, but two college students! When we sent our oldest off to Houghton almost four years ago, it was a new level for me of surrendering “control” (or rather my perceived control) of her life. This past fall, we sent our son off to Gordon, and once […]
“How do I prepare my son for his first time at camp?” It’s a question we hear often, sometimes asked with excitement, sometimes with nervous energy, sometimes with that quiet ache of letting go. Maybe he’s still small, still climbing into your lap for stories and night-time prayers. Or maybe he’s taller now, his voice […]
At Northern Frontier, a camper’s journey isn’t just a collection of memories—it’s a pathway of transformation. It starts when a boy comes to camp for the first time, wide-eyed and full of wonder. It builds when he spends his first full week on his own, finds the courage to leap off the high dive, hits […]
There’s something about the wilderness that awakens the heart of a boy—and something about adventure that calls out the strength of a father. At Northern Frontier’s Tree Climbers program, fathers and sons step away from the busyness of daily life and into the beauty of God’s creation. Amidst towering trees and starlit skies, they forge […]
This summer, we are blazing a few new trails. If you have been coming to Northern Frontier Camp for years and are 16 years old this summer, our new Leadership Training Program is for you! It’s our way of preparing you with leadership and outdoor skills while challenging you to grow in your faith. We […]
Equipping the Next Generation of Leaders Northern Frontier Camp is thrilled to announce the launch of our Junior Counselor Leadership Training Program, a brand-new opportunity designed for 16-year-olds ready to take their next steps in leadership, outdoor skills, and faith. This program is perfect for young men passionate about growing in their walk with Christ […]
This summer brought us unforgettable stories of growth, faith, and transformation—moments that speak to the core of our mission: developing boys, men, and their fathers into Godly leaders through wilderness experiences. One camper displayed a remarkable maturity that influenced his whole cabin. During Bible Exploration, he spoke about his hope to share his faith back […]
Light creeps over the mountains and into the sky daily, warming the misty morning over Camp. The dawn fills the clouds with life, and hues of pink, orange, and red thunder dusk into day, a magnificent reminder of God’s artistry. As Psalm 19:1 proclaims, “The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the […]
According to my quick rough math, our campers live without screen time for 168 hours from when they are dropped off. Our two-weekers are looking at about 336 hours screen-free. In this screen-free time, they’ve been living days full of new activities, forging new friendships, and strengthening old ones. Each night, meaningful conversations unfold during […]
It’s heartwarming to witness the bonds strengthening between staff and campers in every corner of camp. Whether it’s the first encounter or a reunion, time holds no sway at Northern Frontier when it comes to forging meaningful connections. Despite their brief stay, these boys find a home away from home where friendships flourish effortlessly. Northern […]
