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The Bryant Pond 4-H Camp and Learning Center's NorthStar program is a youth mentoring program that connects young people with caring adults through community engagement, cultural exchange, and adventure education and leadership.

07/16/2026

Better late than never! Way back in May we took the goofy, kind, energetic cohort 9 (then 7th graders) up to Acadia National Park. And while this trip may have happened a while ago- the stories will continue for years to come.

Highlights included:
Climbing over rocks at Thunder Hole
Sunset on Cadillac Mountain
A hike of the Beehive!
Visiting UMaine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research
Volunteering with
Camping at Blackwoods campground
Lots and lots of laughs

Can't wait for the next trip with this cohort!

07/14/2026

NorthStar goes to Portland! Cohort 6 crushed the hardest room at with minutes to spare, did some scavenger hunting, took moody selfies at many a local landmark, spent too much time at Dunkins, and decided NOT to swim off the pier on Commercial st. Another great urban day with this awesome crew!

07/08/2026

Welcome to the Team, Noah Grondin!
NorthStar would like to welcome our newest staff member to the team! Noah Grondin, a graduate of the University of Maine at Orono, has been working in Western Maine for a number of years in educational roles with MSAD 44. In the fall of 2025, Noah joined the NorthStar team part-time as an Afterschool Educator. In April of 2026, Noah was officially hired as the MSAD 44 NorthStar 4-H High School Program Coordinator.

Noah will join Rose Goldberg in supporting the students, families, and staff of MSAD 44. He brings a wealth of experience in experiential education, outdoor recreation, and trip logistics. He also has a huge heart and an upbeat, fun energy.

We are so excited to have Noah as part of the NorthStar team!

07/07/2026

Highlights from our first ever NorthStar Alumni and Volunteer Appreciation Trip! Our crew of graduates and volunteers got to stay in beautiful, rainy Baxter State Park.⛰️⛺️ We hiked to Chimney Pond, kayaked in Katahdin Lake, and got ABSOLUTELY THRASHED by the class 5 rapids in the Mighty Penobscot. 🌊🫣 This crew of veteran NorthStar campers took it all in stride and it was so fun for us to reconnect with them!

07/03/2026

Congratulations to NorthStar 4-H graduate Clark Colby on receiving the 2026 Land Steward Award from the Vermont Land Trust!

Clark, a member of the Lyndon Institute Class of 2026, was recognized for his strong work ethic, dedication to forward-thinking forestry practices, and commitment to sustainable land stewardship. Through his studies in forestry and natural resources, Clark has developed valuable skills in forest ecology, ecosystem management, and conservation, and he is already applying that knowledge in the workforce.

NorthStar 4-H is proud to celebrate Clark's accomplishments and his passion for caring for Vermont's forests, wildlife, and working lands. We look forward to seeing the positive impact he will continue to make in the forestry industry and beyond.

Congratulations, Clark, on this well-deserved recognition! 🌲🎉

07/02/2026

No better place to be today then floating the Androscoggin! 😎 Had so much fun with members of Cohort 8 and Cohort 7 today beating the heat and hanging out in the river. Can't wait for more summer hangs with our AWESOME NorthStar 4-H students! 🎣

07/01/2026

Check out this article about NorthStar 4-H and our expansion into Waldo County at Troy Howard Middle School (RSU 71)!

The NorthStar 4-H Tanglewood team is led by Jessica Decke, Tanglewood 4-H Director; Melissa (Mel) Tracey-Torres, NorthStar 4-H Program Coordinator; and AmeriCorps member and Tanglewood alumnus Gideon Orestis. This is a rock star team, and they have already made a major impact on the youth they serve!

What began as a pilot program in western Maine has grown into a multi-county mentoring initiative that helps rural youth discover new opportunities through mentoring, afterschool programming, experiential learning, service, and outdoor adventure. We are excited to see this work expanding to new communities and grateful for the incredible partners, staff, volunteers, and families who make it possible.

Read the full article to learn more about NorthStar 4-H and the amazing work happening in Waldo County and beyond!

https://umaine.edu/news/2026/06/northstar-4-h-program-helps-rural-maine-youth-discover-new-opportunities/?fbclid=IwY2xjawSx5IJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJEZUtWZk9IRjlvaTgzSVo0c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHvQsn_eIfl8Te7HyQcaTIzJZ-1zsZ04WMHDsG3TbldqV8GIBad5PqOLlPB0w_aem_7mCdhe8bmVlxJHmPg3LwaQ

06/29/2026

🌟Oxford Hills Peer Mentor Shout-out!🌟

Huge Kudos to Lexie and Dom, who braved a crash course in learning by doing by coming out with our rowdy group of 7th graders this May.

They are helpful, kind, and most importantly, willing to jump in and give new things a try!

Thanks for helping out Lexie and Dom, we are excited to see what comes next for you!

06/16/2026

🌟 Staff Spotlight: Rose Goldberg 🌟

It’s a little overdue, but it’s never too late to celebrate one of our own!

Just over a year ago, Rose Goldberg joined the NorthStar 4-H team as the NorthStar 4-H Coordinator serving students at Telstar Middle and High Schools. Since then, Rose has become an invaluable member of our team, bringing exceptional skills in logistical organization, urban navigation, wilderness trip leadership, and classroom management.

What stands out most is Rose's heart of gold, strong work ethic, and deep commitment to supporting young people. She also brings an incredible level of communication to her work, ensuring that school staff, volunteers, and families always feel informed, supported, and connected. Whether she is planning an adventure, mentoring students, or helping programs run smoothly behind the scenes, Rose approaches every challenge with dedication, compassion, and professionalism.

NorthStar 4-H is incredibly fortunate to have Rose on our team, and we are grateful for all she does to help rural youth thrive. Thank you, Rose, for an amazing first year and for the positive impact you make every day! 💚🍀

06/08/2026

🎓 Senior Spotlight: NorthStar 4-H Cohort #4

This past weekend, members of NorthStar 4-H’s Class of 2026 from crossed the stage and celebrated an important milestone.

Many of these students have been part of NorthStar 4-H Cohort #4 since 7th grade, with a few friends joining along the way as space allowed. For the past two years, Cohort #4 has been generously sponsored by , which has helped fund student travel to Canada.

This group has always stood out as responsible, mature, and hardworking. They were among the first to earn driver’s licenses, secure community jobs, and gain real-world experience through Extended Learning Opportunities with local businesses. NorthStar members were awarded numerous college scholarships, as well as a Toolship Award from Region 9 Technical High School.

Cohort members are heading to UMaine Farmington to study education, Central Maine Community College for nursing, and UMaine Orono for computer sciences. The other half of this incredible crew will be staying connected to the Bethel area through careers in the trades and hospitality industry.

We are so proud of this group and their hard work, growth, and determination to succeed. Watching them grow from middle school students into capable young adults has been a privilege.

Your futures are bright. Welcome to adulthood and to the NorthStar 4-H alumni family! 🍀

Address

Bryant Pond, ME

Telephone

+12078908625

Website

https://extension.umaine.edu/bryantpond/lakeside-classroom/northstar/

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