Reuniting, Growing, and Building Together: Pyles Reunions
More than 75 campers and 30 volunteers came together this year for reunions built around service, connection, and shared values.
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
Thank You IBEW Local 11 for Inspiring a Brighter Future
IBEW Local 11 Electricians Union introduced Pyles campers to career opportunities in the trades through hands-on demonstrations and mentorship.
Read the story →Celebrating Our Alumni and Family Contributions
This year, more than 150 alumni volunteered their time, and nearly all of our monthly donors are alumni or their friends and family.
Read the story →Wildcat Crew Fundraiser Supports R.M. Pyles Boys Camp
A fundraiser hosted by the Wildcat crew, longtime champions of Pyles, raised $30,000 for the camp's leadership program.
Read the story →Alumni Story: Juan Jimenez — "Dolphin"
Juan crossed the border alone at ten years old. A Pyles selector at his neighborhood Boys and Girls Club gave him the chance that changed his life.
Read the story →What Does ACA Accreditation Mean?
Every three to five years, Pyles opens its doors to independent camp standards reviewers. Here's what that process actually covers.
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