Camp Thunderbird Alumni | YMCA of Greater Charlotte

Camp Thunderbird Alumni

YMCA Camp Thunderbird celebrates 90 years of tradition and transformational growth, since our first summer in 1936. Our Thunderbird alumni are the heart of the magic of camp and continue to carry on the legacy. This page is your home to reconnect, share stories, and get involved. Whether you sailed the sunny shores, performed at the talent show, counted down the days until Taco Tuesday, or continue to carry on lifelong friendships, you are always part of our Thunderbird family!

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90th Anniversary Alumni Reunion Weekend

We are thrilled to celebrate 90 years of YMCA Camp Thunderbird, honoring the legends who have helped shape who we are today, the impact camp has had on countless lives, and the endless opportunities that lie ahead by inviting you to join us for the 90th Anniversary Alumni Reunion Weekend August 28 – 30, 2026!

The weekend will be an unforgettable time to create new memories with old friends while reminiscing on some of the best days of our lives on the sunny shores that means so much to us all. Bring your family to share the love and joy of camp as we reconnect and gather to celebrate decades of friendships and memories.

Priority registration, open exclusively to Campfire Circle members, will open February 1st. Priority registration grants you exclusive early access to select your cabin, plus a special store credit for alumni exclusive merchandise!

General registration will open to all on February 15th. Please check back for registration details soon!