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!
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)
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
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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.
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It takes an army of loving, caring people to make camp happen for these deserving families.
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.