Staff Spotlight – Asher Borstein

After six years as a camper, Asher Borstein joins the North Star staff as a counselor in training. A native of Chicago, IL, Asher is finishing up his sophomore year at Walter Payton College Prep. At school he’s on the varsity tennis, chess a dn 16″ softball teams. Academically his favorite subjects are math and science.

As a camper he could often be found at waterskiing (mastering the swan), tennis, disc golf and softball. We’re looking forward to having in instructing many of those activities this summer. 

More about Asher

If you were stranded on a deserted island, what are three things you’d bring?

– My family, good food (includes Oreos and mac and cheese), and something to write with.

What is your favorite spot at camp?

– Senior village campfire overlooking the lake

If you could have lunch with any two people, dead or alive, who would they be?

– Warren Buffet and Pele

What sports team(s) that you root for?

–  Indians, Browns, Cavaliers, Bears, Bulls

What is your favorite special program at camp?

–  Glen’s Game

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and what would you do there?

– France, to see the Eiffel tower and to eat delicious food.

What’s your go-to pie at the Norske Nook?

– Butterfinger

Best holiday gift that you’ve ever gotten?

– Derrick Rose signed basketball

How has camp impacted you?

– Camp teaches independence and how to form quality friendships