Keeping Life’s Scoreboard at Cancer-Zero, Me-One

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September 12-14, 2025

September 12-14, 2025

Camp Wieser

Rest and Refuge, Hugs and Laughter

The Wieser family’s dream of giving adult cancer patients and their loved ones a weekend to leave all the stress of their cancer journey behind, focus on living life, enjoying each other and connecting with others who truly understand what they are going through, LIVES ON!

Mark your calendar for September 12-14, 2025 when once again, 35 families with an adult battling cancer will be pampered and delighted by 140 caring camp volunteers. Starting in mid-June, we will post camper applications and volunteer applications on this website. Please make sure you subscribe to our e-newsletter to receive all the latest updates and notifications. Thank you to everyone who made Camp Wieser 2024 so special!

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What is Camp Wieser?

Camp Wieser is a chance for a family with an adult with cancer to rediscover joy, celebrate life, and create memories. It is a safe refuge, with no demands or expectations, an ideal setting for adult cancer patients and their families to disconnect from the seriousness of the illness and have some serious fun.

During the annual weekend getaway in the Santa Cruz mountains of Northern California, adult cancer patients and their families can choose to participate in as many or as few of the services or activities led by our supporting and caring Me-One volunteers.

For the adult cancer patient, it’s an escape from the blizzard of dealing with their disease. For the youngsters and other family and supporters it’s a well-needed (and often postponed) vacation filled with fun. And once families arrive at Camp Wieser  the weekend is free for the cancer warrior and their family and friends. 

Camp Activities for the Whole Family

Participating cancer patients find these rejuvenating services and activities delightful:

  • Spa Treatments

    Pampering spa treatments by certified aestheticians

  • Fireside Chats

    Fireside chats with other patients and families

  • Music

    Musical performances

  • Arts & Crafts

    Tie Dying, Zentangle, Painting

  • Inspirational Speakers

    Experts in subjects of interest to camp families

  • Lawn Games

    Cornhole, Bounce Houses, Face Painting

In addition to all of that relaxation and pampering, Camp has adventures for all ages and abilities:

  • Games

  • Sports

  • Dancing

  • Hiking

  • Climbing Wall

  • Archery

  • Yoga

  • Zip Line

Stories of Gratitude

In Their Own Words (Camp Wieser Participants and Partners)

  • Realized We Are Not Alone

    “I have no words to describe how amazing this experience was to me and my family. Before going to camp, I felt like an outsider where I did not fit in. My self-esteem was so low that I was afraid my kids would get bullied at school if their friends saw me with no hair. Since this camp, my children and I have realized that we are not alone and I have learned to love myself for how I look. The meals were a great time to bond with my children. I can’t remember the last time we sat down to eat and had a normal conversation that did not have to do with my treatments. I am so blessed to have been part of this experience. Thank you, Camp Wieser.”

  • You Let Us Have Fun

    “[Camp Wieser] provided a positive experience that recognized an individual’s battle with cancer while letting people get away and just enjoy life. Camp Wieser provided an accepting environment while letting individuals relax, socialize, and have fun. The latter is a big deal when people are facing a serious illness.”

  • Side By Side With Such Great Talent

    (From a Social Worker/Volunteer) “I wanted to let you know how much this weekend has meant to me and will continue to mean to me in the future. It was very much an honor to be side by side with such great talent and compassionate people as well as be a witness to all the families that were able to join us! I’m so glad I got to meet your whole team and now I’m equipped with such great first-hand experience that I get to share with prospective campers and their families! Thank you for this opportunity and ability to experience for myself, the great well-oiled group you have and mission statement you’re a part of. No doubt, one that you find great pride in year after year! Much gratitude to you and your fellow collaborators!”

  • Brought Our Family Together

    “Camp Wieser brought our family together and helped us heal from a long and relentless cancer journey. Thoughtfully designed and supported by loving, kind volunteers who created a special experience that will be with us for a lifetime. Our eldest daughter described it as the best weekend of her life with the kindest people she has ever known.”

  • Individuals Who Truly Care

    “Camp Wieser has helped my family and I understand we are not alone in this fight. We now understand that there are individuals who truly care and want to help those in need. Camp Wieser was very friendly and welcoming. I loved how much love I felt from the moment we arrived. How much more special I felt. Camp Wieser reminded me that just because I am fighting for my life doesn’t mean I can’t have a great time. It helped me to feel that I am not alone in this. There are people out there with big hearts who actually care! And who take their time to make it possible for people like me to enjoy a weekend away from pain.”

  • The Foundation is Top Notch!

    “Camp Wieser provided an excellent opportunity to enjoy quality time with my family while not being burdened by cancer issues for a few days. It was great to share with and support other families. The foundation is top notch.”

  • Camp Was a Magical Experience

    “Camp was a magical experience. It was nice to be with others that are also in the fight, to hear their journeys. It was nice to get away from the treatments, doctor appointments and make some special memories with family.”

  • Helped Us Get Through Some Rough Times

    “We had to cancel some planned trips and that was almost harder than the chemo. Then I was invited to Camp Wieser. Looking forward to some time way from the medical issues helped us all to get through some rough times. The reality of Camp Wieser far exceeded the expectations. We were pampered, taken care of and had so many great activities to do, I cannot thank all the volunteers enough. We came back ready to continue the recovery process. THANK YOU!”

  • Amazing For My Whole Family

    “Camp Wieser was amazing for my whole family. My spouse said it was the first time in six years that she has felt in control of her own body.”

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So They’ll Never Forget

Families create lasting memories at Camp Wieser. These special moments at the retreat are captured by professional photographers, both in video and still photos. Families cherish having these keepsakes of their time together. 

View the latest Photo Galleries here.

When you look through the photos and videos, notice that you don’t see illness; you see smiles and joy and laughter and tears of gratitude. That’s the magic at Camp Wieser. Many of your questions about Camp Wieser are answered on our FAQ page. Let us know how we can help you understand what Camp has meant to the many families who have gained so much emotionally from being there. It’s hard to put into words.

Please reach out to info@me-onefoundation.org if you have any questions. We want to hear from you.

Special Memories

Important Dates

  • March With Me-One:

    March 1 - March 31

  • Big Day of Giving:

    May 1, 2025*

  • Volunteer Applications Available Online:

    Spring 2025*

  • Camper Applications Available Online:

    July 2025*

  • Camp Wieser:

    September 12-14, 2025*

  • Memory Makers Annual Fundraiser:

    December 4, 2025*

*Changes Annually

How Do I Get to Camp Wieser?

The facility is The Mission Springs Conference Center. Their address is 1050 Lockhart Gulch Road, Scotts Valley, CA 95066.

The location is just 15 minutes north of Santa Cruz on Highway 17. Review map here to gauge your distance from home. Please note that you must provide your own transportation to and from Camp Wieser. When your application for Camp is approved, directions to camp will be included in your material.

What is Camp Wieser?

Camp Wieser is a chance for a family with an adult with cancer to rediscover joy, celebrate life, and create memories. It is a safe refuge, with no demands or expectations, an ideal setting for adult cancer patients and their families to disconnect from the seriousness of the illness and have some serious fun.

During the annual weekend getaway in the Santa Cruz mountains of Northern California, adult cancer patients and their families can choose to participate in as many or as few of the services or activities led by our supporting and caring Me-One volunteers.

For the adult cancer patient, it’s an escape from the blizzard of dealing with their disease. For the youngsters and other family and supporters it’s a well-needed (and often postponed) vacation filled with fun. And once families arrive at Camp Wieser  the weekend is free for the cancer warrior and their family and friends.