The 2009 Amador County Camp Out for Cancer saw hundreds of campers gathered at Argonaut High School to raise nearly $96,000 for local cancer needs. Cancer survivors, teams of campers, and community volunteers, including many high school students, participated in the 24-hour event that included spending the night in tents on the football field. Workers 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 over 2300 lighted luminaries honoring cancer victims and survivors ringing the entire football field, the names of the honored were read aloud while the campers walked the track in silence. This year's theme was "Going Hollywood for a Cure" and we got a show as thunder and lightning marked the early hours of the event.

View photos from this year's event.

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!