42nd Annual Native American
Elders and Youth Gathering

July 24th – 26th, 2026

Camping

Camping at the Sunray Peace Village for Elders and Youth Gathering this year is available with fees. Pre-registration is required. See Details Below.

Documents to Review

Please read the (1) Code of Right Relationship [Tsalagi Principles] (2) Rules of Conduct [Rules of Conduct] & (3) Liability Waiver, Indemnification & Release [Liability Release]

Tent Sites

There are 35 campsites on the land, many shaded. There are community fire pits and picnic tables. Bring your own camping gear including tent (if you are not renting one of our glamping tents), tarp, cooking equipment, cooler. Be prepared for a wide variety of green mountain weather! The nearest place to buy ice, basic groceries and propane is approx. 2 – 3 miles away in Lincoln or Jerusalem.

Camping guidelines and reminders:

  • open fires in the community fire pits only
  • quiet hours from 9:30pm to 6:00am
  • no alcohol, drugs, guns or pets
  • no tenting in wooded areas
  • when possible face the opening of your tent East to the rising sun

What to Bring:

Please be advised that weather conditions can and do change quickly in our beautiful Green Mountain home and plan accordingly.

  • Camping gear (tent, tarp, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, flash light)
  • Appropriate seasonal clothing (rain gear and warm layers, as conditions do change quickly)
  • Food, stove, mess kit, cooking equipment, cooler (unless purchasing meals: click here)

Camping Rates for Elders and Youth Gathering

  • Tent Rates (your own personal tent(s): $30.00/night, $200.00/week, per campsite for up to 2 people  ($5 per person for each additional person; $3 for children 12 and under).

  • Glamping Tent Rates: Sunray provides large tent accommodations complete with beds & linens/blankets, nightstand and lantern. No electricity provided. Each tent sleeps up to 4 people (queen beds, double beds, single beds and/or blow up mattresses are available. We can tailor this to your needs). During the Elders and Youth Gathering, glamping tents are offered first to Native American Elders: $44/night for one person, $20/night for each additional adult, (18 y.o. and older); $12/night for each child. Please contact our organizers for availability.

  • Native American Campers may make a traditional offering.
REGISTER FOR CAMPING

Map
Coming Soon: Click Here to download a map

When you arrive for Elders and Youth Gathering, please park in the designated, roped off,  parking area.  Walk to the registration tent. Check in with one of the many volunteers at the registration tent. Here you will receive a camping flag that you will keep visible at your tent and be directed to your camping area as well as help getting you settled in. You may drive your vehicle on the land to drop off your belongings and camping equipment. Your vehicle may not stay on the land, please return your vehicle to the designated parking area.  It is preferable you utilize help from our young volunteer staffers riding the golf carts to unload and unpack your belongings and camping equipment.  The land at the Peace Village is a sacred space and we want to ensure its integrity for generations to come.  

Cabins
Our small seasonal cabins are reserved for caretakers, Elders and ministers.

Children’s Playground
We do our best to create a safe and loving environment where children can grow, learn, and be happy. We have swings, a slide, basketball net, and plenty of space to run and play. Children must be supervised.

East & West Bathhouses
Women’s, men’s and all gender bathrooms are equipped with flush toilets, hot and cold water in sinks and showers. Please respect the water, the land and other campers, take short showers, thank you.

Camper Dishwashing and Laundry
Attached to the East Bathhouse is an outdoor sink and counter used for washing dishes. Also attached is a laundry room. Please respect the water, the land and other campers, clean up after yourself and conserve water, thank you.

Community Hall
The Community Hall is a large and rustic room. Phone and WiFi are available seasonally, on the porch. Please respect these spaces, clean up after yourself, thank you. The kitchen is reserved for staff use only.