You Are Part of the Story
In the 46 years since Sonlight led our first backpack trip in the Gore Wilderness, Sonlight has become home to thousands of staff and campers. We are proud that you are part of the Sonlight story – the experiences and memories that have shaped our lives and the world around us.
If you’ve been a camper, staff member, attended a retreat or hiked with us on a backpack trip we consider you a Sonlight Alumni.
“Being on staff I understood for the first time what it feels like to be unabashedly yourself, and for people to love who that crazy, goofy, quirky person is. I learned that you can love others so deeply, even when they’re different from yourself…. I learned that who you are is good enough, because it’s exactly who you’re supposed to be. Spending the summer at Sonlight was the best choice I’ve ever made, there’s nothing better than being here.”
If you’ve been a camper, staff member or retreat guest we’d love to re-connect!
Join our conversations. We love to share what’s happening at Sonlight and the impact of those stories in communities around us.
Photo Albums
Parents: You may view all photos of your child’s summer camps by logging in to your Camp In Touch account
And From the Sonlight Blog
Historical blog posts relating to Alumni
ITK Tips: Food Services at Sonlight Camp
ITK Tips (ITK = In the Know) Providing great food at Sonlight Camp is a priority. Food concerns are real. Food is cultural, familial and foundational to who we are as humans. It is both fuel and comfort–and sometimes it is a little scary when you don’t know what you...
Camp Tips #1: Eating at Camp
Food concerns are real! Food is cultural and foundational to who we are as humans. There are allergies, preferences and intolerances. It's scarey if you don't know what you will eat, if you can eat it or even like it! Sonlight food is excellent. Made from scratch with...
Young Adult Backpack Trips
We see you! Find connection and adventure as you climb peaks and explore wilderness. Navigating the early years of adulthood has it's challenges. Join us for a backpack trip to be in community where space is intentionally provided for conversation. You are not alone!...
Same Mountain: Same People: 28 Years Later
The years go by, the trails are unchanging. We’re grateful for campers who return
Lessons Learned From Alumni Visits
Alumni visits! Almost 3 weeks on the road, Winston and Mary spent time with lots of former staff and campers in Arizona, California, Nevada and Utah
2019 Impact Report
Our 2019 year in three minutes! Our 2019 Impact Report, thanks to our many donors we’re making some positive change in the world