Thunderbird has been a family-run camp for three generations. Our history begins more than a half century ago, when “Honey” and “Speedy” Altman decided to create a place where boys could bond together, learn about teamwork and challenge themselves. In 1946, they founded Camp Thunderbird for Boys on the shores of Lake Plantagenet.

24 years later, they decided to expand Camp Thunderbird and create a place where girls would have the same opportunities for learning and growth. In 1970, Camp Thunderbird for Girls opened its doors. In 1971, Speedy’s daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Allen “Moe” Sigoloff, took over the administration of both camps. To this day, the Sigoloff family runs Camp Thunderbird. Carol, Allen and daughter, Shari, oversee the day-to-day operation of camp with the indispensable help of many others. Their daughters Julie and Laura continue to stay involved in various capacities.

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