2024 Annual Report: A Year of Impact, Connection, and Momentum
Our 2024 Annual Report reflects on the people, partnerships, and moments that shaped last year — from time on the mountain to reunions and academic mentorship.
Read the story →Stories & alumni
Stories from the mountain and beyond.
The Pyles story continues through campers, alumni, volunteers, donors, partners, reunions, scholarships, and the people who come back to lead.
Featured stories
Recent highlights from Pyles
Honoring the Stanley W. Ekstrom Foundation: Empowering Southern California Youth
Since 2019, the Stanley W. Ekstrom Foundation has helped 27 boys attend Pyles, pairing wilderness leadership with year-round mentorship and reunions.
Read the story →Help Build Strong Young Men — One Vote at a Time
Vote for R.M. Pyles Boys Camp through Target Circle and help fund meals, gear, transportation, and mentorship for boys across California.
Read the story →Weyerhaeuser Supports Pyles Camp with $7,000 Grant and Inspiring Volunteerism
A $7,000 grant from the Weyerhaeuser Giving Fund, and one employee's ongoing volunteer work, are helping power leadership and conservation programming.
Read the story →Chevron Powers Opportunity with $20,000 Sponsorship for Kern Co. BBQ
Chevron returns as a Platinum Sponsor of the Kern Co. BBQ.
Read the story →North American Camp Trust Awards Pyles a $20,000 Grant to Support Campers
A $20,000 grant will fully sponsor six campers for 12 days of wilderness leadership, mentorship, and personal growth.
Read the story →Welcome home
Pyles alumni keep the dream alive.
For many alumni, camp was one of the defining experiences of their teen years. Pyles invites former campers and staff to reconnect, volunteer, attend reunions, help with spring work parties, support fundraising, and mentor the next generation.
Ways alumni can help
- Camp work parties
- Reunions and community events
- Fundraising and recurring giving
- Skilled volunteer projects
- Mentoring and staff support
- Sharing the Pyles story