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Sample Schedule
Sample Schedule
Is Glimmer Camp a big four-day party?
Sort of. Glimmer Camp is a summer camp experience for LGBTQ2S+ adults. We strive to facilitate a safe, dynamic, and affirming camp for connection, adventure, self-discovery, fun and community. There will be plenty of laughter, music, fun, dancing, and party vibes. And, it is not a festival or club atmosphere. If you are looking for four days in the woods with traditional camp experiences like campfires, archery, new friends, arts and crafts - and - more queer and adult activities like queer prom, then this is the event for you. If you are looking for a festival like atmosphere or nonstop drinking/drugs, then this is not the event for you.
Is camp a sober event?
It is not, and intoxication is not centered in the Glimmer Camp experience. Federally illegal drugs, including marijuana, are not permitted on camp property. Only alcohol which is served by camp volunteers is permitted. Limited beer, wine, and cider options as well as non-alcoholic options will be served at some dinners and evening all-camp activities, approximately from 6-10pm.
Is this a 'singles' event?
You are welcome regardless of your relationship status. Glimmer Camp registration is individual. and we hope that people will feel comfortable to come alone or along with partner(s) and friends. This is not a dating or hook-up centric event, activities are planned for small and large groups. We are sex positive, and lodging is communal and there is limited privacy on the property.
What should I bring?
Campers will be provided a full packing list prior to camp. Camp is on the Oregon Coast and the highs can very from 66-83 degrees. Even in the summer, nights can be cool so make sure you bring appropriate clothing layers and bedding. A cool weather sleeping bag is highly recommended for outdoor sleeping areas. Mattresses are 4 inch thick foam, so you may want to bring an extra mattress topper or sleeping pad to layer on for added comfort. No bedding is provided. Glimmer camp will provide all meals, snacks, and coffee service each day and all activity supplies. You will want to make sure you have appropriate supplies to be in the forested camp environment during the late summer; flashlight, bug spray, sunscreen, toiletries, rain coat, etc.
Is camp a clothing optional event?
Camp is not clothing optional. Please do be clothed in some fashion, maybe your best 'camp' fashion.
Can I bring my pet?
Pets and ESAs are not permitted on property. Certified service animals are welcome.
How much privacy is there at camp?
To be honest, not a lot. Unless you choose a tent or RV site, all sleeping areas are communal with four to ten people in a space. Campers have access to all areas of the property, so there are no areas that offer true seclusion. All restrooms and shower facilities are single stall and there are single stall changing spaces at the swimming area.
Can I leave during camp?
We strongly encourage everyone to fully immerse themselves in the Glimmer Camp experience and leave the outside world behind for these four magical days. And, you're an adult, so if you need to leave the camp property for any reason during camp, we do ask you to please sign out and then back in at the camp lodge. In case of an emergency we need to have an accurate count of how many people are on camp property.
Is there wifi or cell reception at camp? What about plugging in my devices?
There is wifi in the lodge. Cell reception around camp varies according to carrier. Most sleeping areas do not have electricity. There is electricity in the lodge, staff house, and shower house and you are welcome to plug in your devices there. Glimmer Camp is not responsible for the safe keeping of your items, and we encourage you to not leave them unattended.
Food and Beverages
Food and Beverages
What is the food like?
Food service during camp is provided by Breaking Bread Catering and has recieved rave reviews from campers. At the bottom of this page are examples of the types of menus to expect. Detailed menus will be provided to campers a week in advance.
What if I have food restrictions?
Our fabulous caterers accommodate most food restrictions. Meals will be served buffet style so elements can be chosen by participants. Please indicate any restrictions on your health form, it is critical that we are able to provide an accurate count to the caterers. If you do not indicate a restriction on your health form, it may not be accommodated during camp. Please contact us if you have concerns. The caterers will practice all food safety best practices, and please note that the kitchen is not dedicated gluten free nor peanut free.
Can I bring my own food/snacks?
All food and beverages, including snacks and drinks, are provided during camp. If you need to bring your own food, it can only be stored in lodge or staff house. Connect with a leadership team member at check-in we will show you where your food can be stored. For the safety of campers and the wild animals that live in the forest in and around camp, it is critical that no food is present in the outdoor sleeping areas.
Is alcohol served?
Limited Beer, wine, and cider will be served at some dinners and some evening all-camp activities, approximately 6-10pm. It is only permitted to consume alcohol in the lodge and on the lodge porch. Alcohol will be served by an OLCC certified server. Responsible consumption is encouraged; no one will be overserved (Glimmer Camp reserves the right to refuse alcohol service to anyone for any reason).
I don't drink, will there be options for me?
Yes. When the bar is open during dinner and evening all camp activities there will be a variety of non-alcoholic options to choose from such as NA beer, seltzers, mocktails, etc.
Can I bring my own alcohol?
No, it it not permitted to being your own alcohol.
Transportation
Transportation
How do I get to camp?
The camp address will be shared with campers after registrations. Parking at camp is limited and as such all campers are expected to ride share in some capacity. You can carpool with friends who are also attending or take a bus to Florence through Link Lane and then use a taxi. Thirty (30) days before camp campers will be sent a link to a third-party carpool app and registration will open for free camp bus transportation from/to Eugene.
It is critical that all vehicles arriving at camp have at least two camper occupants, so please please please make this effort.
Accessibility
Accessibility
How ADA Accessible is Camp?
The camp property is 47 wooded acres. The trails around main camp are graveled and well maintained and there are roots and moderate inclines/declines present, the ground at the swimming area is sand. We will have a 26" wide rubber mat running over the sand at the beach from the trail to the dock.
The lodge, shower house, and a number of sleeping areas are ADA accessible as indicated on the Facility page. Mobility aids are of course permitted, and motorcycles, ATVs or other similar vehicles are not permitted on the property. No vehicles are permitted past the parking lot. Campers are responsible for transporting themselves and their personal items around camp, volunteers are not able to provide transportation. Campers personal gear must be transported from the parking lot to sleeping areas, there are wheel barrows available for use.
If you have any questions or concerns about access needs, please contact us to discuss.
Sensory Information
The site is a 47 acre Pacific forested property. You can expect sensory experiences associated with the outdoor environment including weather, bugs, and ambient sounds. The property is large enough that most activities and experiences will not be 'crowded'. And, participants are empowered to self-select in to and out of activities and environments according to what feels right for them. Lodging accommodations vary from 4-10 people in a room. The lodge is the largest gathering space and is where meals and evening all-camps will take place. There will be up to 120 campers sharing that space during those times. There are picnic tables available on the lodge porch for anyone who would like to dine there. During all-camp activities we will make best efforts to have options with lesser stimulating sensory inputs.
Lodge to Beach Video.mp4Walking from the Lodge to Viking Hill (1).mp4Health, Safety, and Security (Including COVID)
Health, Safety, and Security (Including COVID)
COVID
We do not yet know what the landscape will look like in summer 2026. Regardless, we ask everyone to take the precautionary measures of having the most recent vaccine, and limiting expose prior to camp. Participants are not permitted to attend camp if experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or having been exposed to anyone with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. All participants must attest to not experience COVID-19 symptoms or being exposed to anyone with a suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19. See Camp Waiver for details.
We will likely not require masking, and we encourage and support each participant in taking the precautions that feel right for them. All participants are expected to respect the boundaries set by others. Choices for personal protection will be enthusiastically supported at camp. We plan to have a limited supply of masks and rapid COVID-19 tests available at camp.
Camp property and facilities are largely open-air. The camp lodge, staff house, and shower house are enclosed buildings. The camp lodge is spacious with high ceilings. Meals and evening all-camps may take place in the lodge. Doors can be opened during meals and all-camp activities to promote air flow and tables/seating on the porch are available. We will have HEPA air filters running in the lodge during gathering times.
Other gathering spaces are open-air. All cabins and adirondacks have some windows with screens only. Yurts in buccaneers are enclosed with canvas walls and mylar plastic windows. Tent camping and RV camping are available during registration for non-communal lodging. Please see detailed descriptions and pictures for all camp facilities on the Facility page.
Is there a 'camp nurse'?
There will be first aid certified volunteers during camp. All participants are responsible for their own health and safety during camp. First aid volunteers will be available to assist with minor injuries. First aid kits will be available throughout the property, and there is an AED located in the lodge. Campers are responsible for the safe keeping of, and access to, personal medication while at camp. PeaceHealth Medical Center and Florence Urgent Care are located in Florence, 4 miles from camp.
Security
While we can't guarantee that the specific location of camp will remain private, we do not location specifics on our public pages and we send campers the address after registration. We have rented a private property for camp and have exclusive use of it. The only person on the property who is not with Glimmer Camp is a camp ranger who lives on site. The property could be accessed via water by a member of the public, and there are no tresspassing signs posted and we have protocols to intervene in the event there are tresspassers. Glimmer Camp does not have 'security guards' and we have established and practiced emergency procedures and volunteers skilled in deescalation.
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