Gay Camping Friends Southeast US Regional Meetup
Gay Camping Friends Southeast US Meetup
April 23-26, 2026
Thursday: Arrival & Connection
Arrival and camp setup
12pm- 5pm: Sundeck pool therapy, where stress melts, tan lines begin, and the only thing on your to-do list is breathe, float, repeat.
7pm- GCF Mix and Mingle (Annual Site 102) Hosted by: Jeff and Craig Sherrill
Signature drink, snacks, and bonfire – low key vibes
Color coded cups:
Blue: TRE First Timer
Green: Returning Camper
Red: I Know Everyone
9pm- Adult Coloring Lounge : pull up a seat, fire side at the Mix and Mingle, relax and unwind to your childhood coloring your favorite image – NSFW of course! (Annual Site 102) Hosted by: Jeff and Craig Sherrill
Friday: Play All Day, Party All Night
10am-8pm: TRE Photo Booth: Grab your crew, show off your camp style, and snap a pic that says loud and proud: the season has begun. So don’t be shy… work that camera and let’s make this summer unforgettable! Share your pics on socials and tag us! (Clubhouse Deck)
9:00am-10:00am: Naked Yoga with Shenk, bring a towel or mat. (Pavilion) Hosted by: Michael Shenk-Graham
10am-11am: Naked Hike – Campground Tour (Pavilion) Hosted by: Daniel Mayer and Mark Tucker
11am-12pm: Pool Volleyball Showdown – Split players up by states they are from, let’s see who comes out on top. First to 11 or 15 minutes wins! (Pool) Hosted by: Aaron Rodriguez
12pm-6pm: Pool Vibes : Chill music, Pool DJ Play List, Floaties, and TRE Snow Cones hosted by Derik & Jeremy Pack
2pm-6pm: Food Truck (Pavilion area) https://www.facebook.com/simplyuscatering
2pm-3:30pm: Mixin With The Ma’am Mixology – learn some fun cocktail recipes and try your hand at making them. (Clubhouse) Hosted by: Brad Medlin “The Ma’am”
2pm-8pm: Bulldog Mercantile – Vending custom shirts, tank tops, beard oils, soaps, leather, necklaces, art, and much more. Stop by and get your GCF Southeastern Meetup commemorative apparel! (Clubhouse)
7pm-8pm: Favorite Things Gear Swap – Spring clean and swap out your gear with your fellow campers. Trading harnesses, jocks, hoods, leather or harness-adjacent accessories all encouraged. Each seller manages payment or swap. (Clubhouse) Hosted by: Matt Gleason
8pm-9pm Stranger Friends Meet N Greet (Firepit)
9pm-11pm Demoglow Rave W/ DJ Lady Bear & 4EYEZ (Pavillion)
11pm- Stranger Nights: Red Light (Annual Site 111) Hosted by: Billy Ray
Saturday: Wet, Gay Pool Season Kick Off
10am-8pm: TRE Photo Booth: Grab your crew, show off your camp style, and snap a pic that says loud and proud: the season has begun. So don’t be shy… work that camera and let’s make this summer unforgettable! Share your pics on socials and tag us! (Clubhouse Deck)
9:00am-10:00am: Naked Yoga with Shenk, bring a towel or mat. (Pavilion) Hosted by: Michael Shenk-Graham
10:00am-11:00am Regret Recovery : Continental Breakfast, Bloody Mary’s & Mimosa’s (Pavilion) Hosted by: Pinky and Jed
11am-1pm: Sexy Scavenger Hunt (Pavilion) Hosted by: Adam Alder-Stelljes and Spencer Stelljes
11am-8pm: Bulldog Mercantile – Vending custom shirts, tank tops, beard oils, soaps, leather, necklaces, art, and much more. Stop by and get your GCF Southeastern Meetup commemorative apparel! (Clubhouse)
12pm-6pm: Pool Dayze with DJ Neon Horror https://www.facebook.com/brad.gibson
Pool Gaymes (Hosted By Linda)
Jello Shots Hosted by: Kevin Covell Josh McCoy
1pm-5pm: Food Truck (Pavilion area) https://www.facebook.com/simplyuscatering
2pm- GCF Yearly Group Photo (Pool)
3pm- Camp Royalty Craft :Make pageant sashes, camp crowns, or merit ribbons (Clubhouse) Hosted by: Steven and Josh Kitchens
9pm-11pm: Wet Dreams Pool Party: Help us christen the newly expanded sundeck. Dance the night away under the lights, cool off with a splash, or just soak in the energy with friends old and new. DJ Lady Bear & 4EYEZ (Pool Deck)
11pm- Red Light After Hours Closing Party (Annual Site 111) Hosted by: Billy Ray
**Saturday is a no volleyball day allowing guests to enjoy the pool all day!**
Sunday: GCF & TRE Farewell Float
9am-1pm: Poolside coffee + electrolyte station with a casual “spill the tea” vibe — funniest moments, new friendships, and next-trip plans — not a party, just a vibe. (Pool Deck)
1pm: Check out.
SAVE TO YOUR PHONE FOR EASY ACCESS!!
Indoor Over flow hotel accommodations:
Note, when staying at a hotel you just need a day pass with your valid membership.
Gay Camping Friends is more than just a meetup group — it’s a massive, welcoming outdoor community built around bringing LGBTQ+ campers together both online and in person. With a huge network of members connecting through social platforms and regional events, GCF helps campers find friends, share experiences, and create safe spaces to explore the outdoors together. They’re “s’more than just an online group,” hosting real-world gatherings that turn strangers into chosen family around the campfire. Visit their website or join their Facebook Group.
