AS our mission statement emphasizes, we are about teaching youth life skills and getting them to focus on the true meaning of life. We use outdoor sports to do this, specifically hunting and fishing. We believe to be a good, ethical sportsman, on must learn techniques to maximize success and enjoyment. POLESTAR OUTDOORS believes that the mentors and students need to focus on our role in nature and apply Judeo-Christian principles to our conservation practices, ethical use of resources, and overall appreciation of wildlife.

Mentors are selected by the directors of the program. They must go through evaluations as far as hunting and fishing skills and knowledge of the laws, willingess and ability to contribute to the activity they are involved in (e.g. provide transportation , use of personal equipment, such as finshing poles, shotguns, rifle, etc.). Further they are required to sign an authorization for a complete background check. The final step is to check with appropriate clergy to see if there are any known reasons why a potential mentor should not be authorized to work with students.

Our program is primarily designed to accommodate students who have no other avenue to enter the outdoor recreation world, however, we do not limit this! Basically, any student who wants to enter the program is allowed (provided there are enough mentors). The student applies by filling our student application and liability release form which must be signed by a parent or guardian, and they must also show that they have all necessary state permits to do the activity requested. Many of the students have not had the opportunity to obtain field skills and/or state permits, so we can assist through this process. They must demonstrate the willingness to learn! POLESTAR OUTDOORS does have a Hunter Safety Course authorized by Wyoming Game and Fish Department. If a student desires to hunt, they must accompany their mentor two or three time before going into the field. This is required to demonstrate safe and proficient use of a firearm.

POLESTAR OUTDOORS reserves the right to remove a youth ‘for any reason’ deemed inappropriate. We must maintain absolute safety of all those that participate and if any safety protocols are not followed, the student will be removed. The decision is made by the Program Director with the input of a mentor. It is also possible for a mentor to be removed from the program “without cause.” All students entrusted to POLESTAR OUTDOORS must be managed in a completely safe, respectful and professional manner. All mentors serve at the will of the directors. For the record , no student or mentor has been removed to date.

POLESTAR OUTDOORS has a program where deserving families are identified and are provided unwanted game meat. For many students this is a great way of getting involved in this charitable effort and provide to those less fortunate. Please check local laws and restrictions before donating game meat.