Dradh Priti—deep, unwavering love for Bhagwan and the Satpurush—was the guiding force of the 2025 BAPS North American Summer Camp, held from July 1 to 9 in San Jose, California. Around 400 youth delegates from across North America gathered for nine days of focused learning, reflection, and spiritual growth. Each day centered on one of the four pillars of Dradh Priti: Shastras, Siddhant, Sanstha, and Satpurush. Through engaging classroom sessions, workshops, and goshthis, delegates explored how to develop consistent spiritual habits and navigate real-life challenges with Satsang values.
In the afternoons, delegates joined clubs that nurtured both creativity and connection. From Architecture and Business to Cooking, Music, and Coding, each club offered a space to build new skills while anchoring them in spiritual purpose. Whether preparing a skit, filming a story, or designing models, these sessions encouraged teamwork and self-expression, all with the goal of offering something meaningful to Swamishri.
Several outings brought the lessons of Dradh Priti to life through shared experiences. Delegates hiked through Muir Woods, reflected during goshthi on the beach, and kayaked across the open waters of Lake Tahoe. A day in San Francisco included a walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, a visit to Ghirardelli Square, and sports at Crissy Field—all moments that combined fun, friendship, and Satsang. For kishores and kishoris, a campus walk and discussion at Stanford offered a glimpse into how Satsang can remain strong during college life.
The camp concluded with a gala dinner and heartfelt reflections from swamis and delegates. Through nine transformative days, each youth left with a stronger identity, a deeper connection to Bhagwan Swaminarayan and His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj, and a clearer sense of purpose. As they return to their communities, they carry the lessons of NSC 2025 with them—rooted in love, guided by agna, and ready to live with strength and conviction.