10 Year Anniversary
10 Ways to Create Mooseness in 2026
This year, we’re celebrating 10 Years of Mooseness — one decade filled with countless memories, meaningful connections, and extraordinary impact!
As we reflect on everything that has happened since the first campers arrived in July 2016, we’re also looking ahead with excitement. The next chapter will bring even more intentional programming, unforgettable volunteer moments, and the pure joy of childhood for campers and their families. What a meaningful way to celebrate our 10th year together!
So … what exactly is Mooseness?
If you’re not part of the Campily yet, Mooseness is the word we created to capture something almost impossible to describe. It’s the magical feeling you experience at North Star Reach — something you don’t just understand, you feel.
Mooseness is part magic, part mayhem, and 100% camp spirit. It’s the laughter echoing across the lake, the glow of the campfire, and the strange and sparkly energy that somehow smells a little like marshmallows and mystery. No one quite knows where Mooseness comes from … but once it finds you, you’re never quite the same!
So go ahead — put on your party hat and jump in.
Celebrate with us. Connect with our community. And help us create even more unforgettable memories.
Here are 10 powerful ways to celebrate our Year of Mooseness:
APPLY TO VOLUNTEER AT CAMP!
Camp volunteer applications are now open. There are a ton of options available – visit our volunteer page to start your application today!
SHARE YOUR CAMP STORY!
Whether it’s a favorite moment, a new friendship, or a memory that changed everything, your story helps bring camp to life for others. We’re collecting stories to spotlight throughout the year. Send us a short quote, photo, or video – we’d love to celebrate you during our 10th anniversary year!
BECOME A CAMP CHAMPION!
Join the North Star Reach Monthly Magic Makers Club with your donation of $100/month. Your ongoing support helps provide free, life-changing camp experiences for children with serious medical conditions. Members receive exclusive updates, special event invitations, and North Star Reach swag.
JOIN OUR SPRING 100-DAY COUNTDOWN TO CAMP!
As we begin this countdown and celebrate 10 years of Mooseness, mark this milestone with a gift to bring more campers to camp! Every gift moves us closer to opening day and ensures that more children living with life-altering diagnoses can experience a week where illness takes a backseat to childhood. Invest in the next 10 years of hope and Mooseness.
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE!
On Saturday, May 9, discover what it’s like to be a camper or a volunteer and participate in programs at our Open House!
TOUR CAMP WITH OUR DEVELOPMENT TEAM THIS SUMMER!
North Star Reach is nestled along the shores of beautiful Patterson Lake in the heart of the Pinckney Recreation Area. Surrounded by peaceful woods and sparkling water, our camp was designed to harness the healing power of nature while creating a place where children with serious health challenges can experience the magic of camp.
CELEBRATE WITH US AT OUR ANNUAL MOOSE-IC FEST!
MOOSE-ic Festival is a lively summer music festival at North Star Reach featuring live bands, food trucks, campfires, and plenty of camp fun. The event brings the community together to celebrate camp while supporting life-changing programs for children with serious health challenges and their families.
S’MORE CAMP TO YOUR INBOX!
Sign up for our e-news to receive updates, stories, and opportunities. You don’t want to miss all the happenings!
HOST A PARTY THAT BENEFITS OUR MISSION!
We’ll bring the party hats and mission magic.