The 8th Annual Camp Out for Cancer took place on September 10, 2011 at the Plymouth Fairgrounds. Despite the hot, humid weather, hundreds of people attended this amazing community event. Cancer survivors and people of all ages participate in the 24-hour event to raise money and awareness of local cancer needs. Each team had at least one person walking throughout the event. Volunteers filled luminary bags with sand and candles, prepared meals for the hungry crowd, played games, and had their heads shaved in support of cancer victims – all leading up to Saturday night’s moving Illumination Ceremony. With thousands of lighted luminaries honoring cancer victims and survivors ringing the fairgrounds, the names of the honored were read aloud while the campers walked in silence.

Download the event program

See photos from the event
(courtesy Robin Neal)

View the team awards

We thank everyone for their generous support of this event, which allows Amador STARS to expand its services in Amador County. STARS is proud to help meet local cancer needs and assist in the search for a cure. Together, we can make a difference!

Mark your calendars now for the 2012 Camp Out for Cancer: September 8, 2012 at the Plymouth Fairgrounds!