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Testimonials:
"I learned that school isn't the only place to learn, and that having fun while learning is very possible"
—Willie,
Paramount
"Every tool I need for a better life is in reach here at camp, and it's up to me to use them in a good way"
—Manual,
Harbor City
"He seems to try harder at things instead of giving up easily or saying he can't"
—Mother of Michael,
Bakersfield
"Both his father and I are so thankful for this experience at Pyles. You all are doing a great job with the young boys"
—Mother of Travis,
Bakersfield
"I thank you for such an awesome program. At first I was very skeptical. But I was very impressed with your screening system and that alone changed my perspective. Again, I thank you all, you definitely made a difference:
—Mother of Luamata,
Long Beach
R.M. Pyles Boys Camp Success Stories
Every year, hundreds of letters are written to the staff and counselors at R.M. Pyles Boys camp by grateful campers, parents, relatives, educators and law enforcement personnel. Each , in it's own way, expresses the dramatic, positive changes they have witnessed in the boys who have been Pyles campers..
Lt.Cmdr. Adam DeMerit
…”I was a camper at your camp back in 1978 or 1979. I have very fond memories of the time I spent there. I later graduated from college and went on to become an officer in the Navy and went on to become a Navy Seal. I attribute a lot of my success with my career and life to the values and ethics I received at your camp. It taught me that to win in life and school, I needed to learn teamwork and how to be outgoing enough to make it”...
Steve & Erin (Camper's Parents)
" Dan has made tremendous strides this summer; we see it, hear it and we feel it in our hearts. We knew he had it in him and we thank you for allowing him to grow and develop his abilities as a leader. We are extremely proud of him. We will continue to support the camp in any way we can and hope that you will call us if ever you need anything! Thank you!"
Derby (A Pyles Camp Alumnus)
"Camp has taught me not to complain about life never giving me any opportunities, rather to accept that I have been given life and therefore I must create my own opportunities."
Wally, Bakersfield
"R.M. Pyles camp made a positive influence in my life, and has become just as important as my family, friends, and school....most importantly believe in yourself, believe that there is hope. In order to be successful in life, you have to follow these steps. The things I have learned from Pyles Camp will help me in life and in obtaining a job. Nothing is given you, you have to work for it and earn everything you get."
Garrich, Santa Ana
"I learned that if I say I can do it, I can.....also to believe in myself and to never give up. Another lesson was to set my goals high. When I return to the city, I will use the things that I learned at Pyles camp like respect, trust and friendship."