BROTHERHOOD
Men supporting men, fathers building legacies, and bonds that continue long after the trip ends.
WHY WE GATHER
Dearden2007 Brotherhood Campouts bring men, fathers, and sons together to step away from everyday pressure, learn real outdoor skills, build stronger relationships, and speak honestly beside the fire.
OUTDOOR SKILLS
Camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, fire-starting, mountain climbing, and practical confidence.
HONEST CONVERSATION
A place to tell stories, talk about struggles, listen to pain, ask questions, and offer respectful advice.
CAMPFIRES ARE THE MAIN MISSION
ONE PERSON SPEAKS. EVERYONE LISTENS.
Around the fire, campers may share any story they choose. Nobody is pressured to speak. The goal is peace, respect, listening, understanding, and giving men and boys room to release what they have been carrying.
OUTDOOR EXPERIENCES
Camping
Tent setup, campsite basics, cooking, preparation, and respect for the land.
Fishing
Low-pressure time by the water where conversation can happen naturally.
Hunting
Supervised activities focused on safety, patience, responsibility, and conservation.
Hiking
Movement, shared challenges, and time away from the noise of daily life.
Fire-Starting
Safe preparation, ignition, fire maintenance, and proper extinguishing.
Mountain Climbing
Planned challenges matched to experience, mobility, equipment, and conditions.
Father-and-Son Trips
Time to reconnect, teach responsibility, and build lasting memories.
Outdoor Cooking
Food, teamwork, practical skills, and shared responsibility around camp.
SELECTED FAMILY DAYS
MEN-CENTERED. FAMILY-WELCOMING.
Most outings are designed primarily for men, fathers, and sons. Selected family days may welcome wives, girlfriends, daughters, and relatives. Partners can learn how to listen without judgment, communicate with respect, and help men feel safe enough to speak honestly and be themselves.
OUTING RULES & SAFETY
DRUGS & WEAPONS
Illegal drugs and personal weapons are not allowed during general camp activities.
HUNTING EQUIPMENT
Permitted only for designated supervised hunting activities and secured by Dearden2007 during non-hunting times.
21+ ALCOHOL POLICY
Soda and food are available. Beer or a small bar area may be offered to adults 21+ with limited, responsible drinking.
LEADERSHIP GOAL
As funding and volunteers grow, outings will include designated safety, first-aid, attendance, and equipment leaders.
FREE TO ATTEND
THE TRIP IS FREE. DONATIONS KEEP IT POSSIBLE.
- Campers arrange and pay for their own travel.
- Food and soda are supplied through donations whenever funding allows.
- Donations of $1 or more are appreciated, but never required to belong.
- Campers bring their own tent, sleeping bag, fishing gear, clothing, and personal supplies.
WHAT DONATIONS HELP PROVIDE
Food & soda
Campsites & cabins
Firewood
Loaner tents & sleeping bags
Fishing equipment
Safety supplies
Future transportation assistance
UPCOMING TRIPS & EVENTS
THE FIRST DEARDEN2007 BROTHERHOOD CAMPOUT WILL BE ANNOUNCED HERE.
Dates, locations, activities, RSVP deadlines, available spaces, and packing information will appear here.
TRIP MEMORIES & CAMPER STORIES
PHOTOS AND VIDEOS FROM COMPLETED OUTINGS WILL APPEAR HERE.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COULD HELP ANOTHER MAN
SHARE YOUR CAMP EXPERIENCE
TELL YOUR STORY
Share your experience, upload photos, and include a YouTube link. Every submission is reviewed before publication.
REAL MEN. REAL TALK. REAL IMPACT.
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