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Bear Creek Scout Reservation

125 BEAR CREEK SCOUT ROAD HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4347 [email protected]: 830-238-4216

OWNER: Alamo Area Council, Boy Scouts of America

DIRECTORS: Ken Lamb

TYPES OF CAMPS: Boy Scouts Resident Camps, Cub/Webelos Resident Camp, Conference Center and year around weekend camping

LENGTH & COST OF SESSIONS: Boy Scouts Resident 1-week = $175/wk Webelos Resident Camps 3days/2nights = $100/youth and $50/adult per session

AGE OF CAMPERS: 9 – 10 Cub & Webelos Scouts 10 – 17 Boy Scouts

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: A Boy Scout resident camp on the Guadalupe River. Program highlights include rock climbing and rappelling, canoeing, mountain biking and more. The conference center is available to church, corporate and other groups. Activities can include a ropes course, canoeing, swimming and more.

Camp Balcones Springs 104 BALCONES SPRINGS DR.

MARBLE FALLS, TX 78654

OFFICE: 830-693-2267 [email protected]: 830-693-6174 www.campiscool.com

OWNER: Christine Baskin DIRECTOR: Jason Wilcox

TYPES OF CAMPS: Girls’ camp, Boys’ camp, Co-ed camp, Private camp, Residential camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: Two and Three week sessions COST OF SESSIONS: $2300 - $2850 AGE OF CAMPERS: 7-17 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:

Camp Balcones Springs is a young person’s summer paradise, full of positive experiences and unparalleled fun. Since 1993, we have encouraged kids ages 7-17 to reach their fullest potential through constant encouragement, friendship, fun and faith. Our mission statement at Camp Balcones Springs is to “Change people’s lives for the better through relationships, spiritual impact and fun.” As a Christian camp, we value genuine faith in Christ lived out in an authentic way. At CBS we offer a wide variety of activities with individualized scheduling designed to meet the interest of each camper. With over 50 activities to choose from, campers are given the opportunity to choose how they want to participate .

Camp CampChildren’s Assoc. for Maximum Potential

PO Box 999 Center Point, TX

78010

OFFICE: 830-370-5795 [email protected] FAX: 803-634-2868 www.campcamp.org

OWNERS: Children’s Association for Maximum Potential DIRECTOR: Brandon Briery

TYPES OF CAMPS: Overnight camp for children and adults with special health care needs

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 1 week

COST OF SESSIONS: $1500

AGE OF CAMPERS: 5-45

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: The idea for Children’s Association for Maximum Potential (CAMP) began when a group of Air Force physicians realized how important a camping experience could be to their pediatric patients with special needs. Founded in 1979, CAMP was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in 1980. In 1988 CAMP purchased a campground on the Guadalupe River in Center Point, Texas, and became accredited by the American Camp Association in 1992. Today, children and adults with disabilities and special health care needs (the majority from Texas, from across the U.S., and beyond) attend week-long camping sessions held each summer from May through August. CAMP does its best to ensure that no one is ever turned away based on the severity of their disability or inability of the family to pay.

Camp Capers

PO Box 9 Waring, TX

78074

OFFICE: 830-995-3966 [email protected] FAX: 830-995-2393 www.campcapers.org

OWNERS: Episcopal Diocese of West Texas DIRECTOR: Rob Watson

TYPES OF CAMPS: Episcopal Church Camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 7 days, 6 nights COST OF SESSIONS: $350 - $430 AGE OF CAMPERS: 3rd grade in September through graduation

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Each day campers help lead morning and evening worship services. They spend a portion of the morning in teaching based on a Christian theme. The other half of the morning includes activities such as kayaking and tubing on the river and sports such a triple dodge ball, soccer, frisole', ultimate Frisbee and kickball, which are led by the activities director. The afternoon consists of three main activities. Part of the camp cools off in the swimming pool, supervised by certified lifeguards, part kayak and tube on the river, while the others work on their God-given creative side in the Arts and Crafts building supervised by a crafts director. Each day the campers re-energize themselves with snacks purchased at Canteen. The evening activities might include capture the flag, scavenger hunts, hiking, a movie, a talent show, a bonfire and other events.

Camp Champions

775 CAMP ROAD MARBLE FALLS, TX

78654Established 1967

OFFICE: 830-598-2571 [email protected]: 830-598-1095 www.campchampions.com

OWNERS/DIRECTORS: Steve & Susie Baskin ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: Michael Moak

TYPES OF CAMPS: Private, residential camp co-ed camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: One, Two & Three Weeks COST OF SESSIONS: $875 - $1225 per week AGE OF CAMPERS: 5-16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: At Camp Champions, our mission is to help every camper grow into the

CHAMPION God intended him or her to be. We’re a traditional co-ed sleep away camp for kids ages 7-15, located on Lake LBJ in Marble Falls, TX, an hour west of Austin. Campers of all ages stay for 3-week sessions. We have no denominational emphasis.

Lots of energy, lots of tradition! Strongest activities are waterfront and sports. Lake LBJ allows us to do swimming, sailing and water skiing. We offer all of the major land sports. Activities also include horseback, archery, riflery, kayaking, arts & crafts, and go-carts.

Our open-air cabins sleep 11-12 campers, and 2-3 college-age counselors staff every cabin. Cabins line the shore of Lake LBJ to take advantage of breezes.Central bathhouses serve 4-5 cabins. Boys and girls live on separate sides of camp property. Most activities during the day are kept separate, while many evening and special events give campers a chance to mix. Our goal is to help every camper grow into a CHAMPION!

Camp Doublecreek

PO Box 5261Round Rock,TX

78683

PHONE: 512 -255-3661 [email protected]: 512 -310-7812 www.campdoublecreek.com

OWNERS: Carter and Trudy Lester

DIRECTORS: Dan Neal

TYPE OF CAMP: Activity based day camp

SESSIONS: One week - $250

Camp Doublecreek is an activity-based day camp in the Austin area for boys and girls ages 4-14. Carter and Trudy Lester founded Camp Doublecreek in 1971 with the purpose of allowing campers the opportunity to experience a fundamental family atmosphere while maturing during the summer months. The horseback riding program has been a staple mark for Camp Doublecreek from the beginning. In addition, Camp Doublecreek has set itself apart by innovatively creating games, themes, and other activities that interest campers in each age group. Activities range from: Horseback to Swimming to Archery to Gun Safety to Tumbling to Arts and Crafts to 4 – square to Tennis to Miniature Golf to Paintball to Rockwall to Drama to Recreational Activities to Sing Song. Today Camp Doublecreek is one of the largest Day Camps in Texas with thousands of campers/ex-campers and counselors/ex-counselors, and millions of precious memories. Camp Doublecreek’s mission is that “every campers leave at the end of the day feeling better about himself/herself”.

Camp Fern 1046 CAMP RD. MARSHALL, TX 75672-1411

OFFICE: 903-935-5420 [email protected]: 903-935-6372 www.campfern.com

OWNER & DIRECTOR: Margaret Rotzler Lee GIRLS’ DIRECTOR: Erica Olsen BOYS’ DIRECTOR: Cory Armstrong

TYPES OF CAMPS: Girls’ camp, Boys’ camp, Coed camp, Private camp, Residential camp

LENGTH & COST OF SESSIONS: 1-week: Coed May 31 – June 6 $1060

4-week: Girls’ June 7 – July4 $3025 4-week: Boys’ July 5 – August1 $3025 2-week: Coed August2 – Aug. 15 $1825

AGE OF CAMPERS: Grades 1-9 (completed)

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: CAMP FERN – MEMORIES TO LAST A LIFETIME! Nestled among 100 acres of pines and oaks, overlooking a spring-fed private lake, Camp fern was founded in 1934. The 3rd

generation of the founding family currently runs Fern and continues the original goals of helping children develop physically, socially, mentally, and spiritually. Activities include English horseback riding, Red Cross swimming, waterskiing/wake boarding, trampoline, fencing, canoeing, sailing, tennis, golf, drama, dance, ropes course, archery, riflery, nature & camp crafts, arts and crafts, fly fishing, boxing, weight lifting and team sports such as soccer, basketball, and volleyball. Camp Fern was founded on Christian principles, with respect for all faiths. Our motto is God first, Others second, I am third. Fern stresses the value of building self-esteem, independence and positive attitudes. Two to three counselors live in authentic log cabins with no more than 12 campers. Modern facilities. Excellent food. PERSONAL, FAMILY ATMOSPHERE.

Longer terms offer special trips-overnight horseback rides, white water or rappelling/mountain climbing trips in Arkansas or near Austin, TX, campouts in the Indian teepee & orienteering/backpacking trips.

Camp Honeycreek P.O. BOX 140

401 HONEY CREEK W. HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4630 [email protected]: 830-238-4136 camphoneycreek.com

CONTACTS: Nicia Oakes Melissa Burns Lisa Norris

DIRECTOR: Sandra Schmitt

TYPES OF CAMPS: Girls’ Camp, Residential Camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: First Term - June 5 to July 5 $3100 + $175 store credit

1A - June 5 to June 14 $1850 + $100 store credit 1B - June 14 to July 5 $2565 + $125 store credit Second Term - July 9 to Aug. 8 $3100 + $175 store credit 2A - July 9 to July 19 $1850 + $100 store credit 2B - July 19 to Aug.8 $2565 + $125 store credit

AGE OF CAMPERS: 6 – 17 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Camp Honey Creek is a residential camp for girls ages 6 to 17. Campers may choose 12, 21, or 32-day options. The purpose of Camp Honey Creek is to create a setting in which a girl is best able to develop a positive attitude toward herself and others. Through the acquisition of new skills, relationships and perspectives, her growth is strengthened by increased independence and a deeper respect and reverence for life. Located on 300 acres on the beautiful clear Honey Creek and surrounded by tree-covered hills, the accommodations are purposely simple and rustic. We offer the traditional activities of camp: archery, tennis, riflery/BB, swimming, horseback riding, synchronized swimming, arts and crafts, canoeing, tumbling, aerobics, campcraft dance, challenge course (wall), and lifesaving.

Camp Kiowa PO Box 425286

Denton, TX 76024

OFFICE: 940-239-5126 [email protected]: 940-239-5043 www.campkiowa.com

OWNER: Brian and Jennifer Manhart DIRECTOR: Doug Manhart

TYPES OF CAMPS: Co-Ed camp, Private camp

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: Adventure Kiowa: June 7 – July 4

Kiowa U: July 5 – August 1 1 week: $1289 2 week: $2522 3 week: $3754 4 week: $4954

AGE OF CAMPERS: 6-17 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Camp Kiowa is a co-ed, enrichment camp that provides 2 unique experiences. Located 35 minutes north of downtown Dallas, Kiowa offers opportunities for success through enriching programs, recreational activities, professional instruction, and a superb counseling staff.ADVENTURE KIOWA provides the fun and relationships of a traditional summer camp with the benefit of professional instruction and enriching activities. Activities include: GPS Mapping, Archery, Birds of Prey, Rock Climbing, Teaming Building, Leadership, Boating, Nature Trails, Reptiles, Science, Frisbee Golf, Soccer, Baseball, Football, & Swimming! KIOWA U campers experience the fun of overnight camp with the benefit of professional instruction on a university campus. Activities include: LEGO robotics, Cooking, Woodworking, Digital Art and Photography, Video Editing, Web Design, Fashion Design, Art and Sculpture, Rocketry, Rock Climbing, Tennis, Golf, Swimming, Sports, and more!

Camp La Junta P.O. BOX 139

HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4621 [email protected]: 830-238-4888 www.lajunta.com

OWNERS/DIRECTORS: Blake Smith Cheryl Smith David Domingue

TYPES OF CAMPS: Boys’ camp, Private camp, Residential camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 2-4 weeks COST OF SESSIONS: $1,950.00 - $3,550.00 AGE OF CAMPERS: 7-14 years


Camp La Junta for boys is located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, alongside a mile of the beautiful Guadalupe River. An all-boys program, we specialize in individualized programming, innovative activities and fostering self-confidence through success. Each month 250 boys participate in a variety of 2 to 4 week programs.

Camp La Junta was founded in 1928 to provide an opportunity for young boys to get away from the rigors of city life, to excel at exciting activities, appreciate the outdoors, gain experience and build self-confidence and an enhanced self-image.

Camp Lonehollow PO Box 700 Utopia, TX

78884

OFFICE: 830-966-6600 [email protected] FAX: 830-966-6604 www.lonehollow.com

OWNERS: Meg and Clayton Clark DIRECTOR: Meg Clark

TYPES OF CAMPS: Residential co-ed adventure camp

LENGTH & COST OF SESSIONS: First Term: June 6 – July 5 $4,325

Term 1A: June 6 – June 20 $2,370 Term 1B: June 21 – July 5 $2,370

Second Term: July 11 – August 9 $4,325 Term 2A: July 11 – July 25 $2,370 Term 2B: July 26 – August 9 $2,370 Third Term: August 10 – August 16 $1,245 (For ages 7-11)

AGE OF CAMPERS: 7-14 years (will expand upper age limit in years to come)


Lonehollow is adventure camping with purpose for boys and girls ages 7-14, offering an experience like no other. Campers will explore 3000 acres of mountainous terrain, swim in spring-fed lakes surrounded by high mountain walls, or hike and ride over miles of trails. In Lonehollow's magical setting, boys and girls are challenged to set out on a personal discovery of their own unique talents all while learning to appreciate the splendor of God's creation! A true adventure geared to cultivate tomorrow's leaders.

Camp Longhorn Indian Springs

1000 INDIAN SPRINGS ROAD BURNET, TX

78611

OFFICE: 512-756-4650 [email protected]: 512-756-2783 www.camplonghorn.com

DIRECTORS: Bobby and Nan Manning Ashley MacKenna

David and Stacy Bennett

TYPES OF CAMPS: Coed camp, Private camp, Residential camp.

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: June 7-20, June 21-July 11, July 12-Aug.1, Aug. 2-15

COST OF SESSIONS: 2 week - $2411.70 3 week - $3183.70 AGE OF CAMPERS: 2nd – 10th grade


Camp Longhorn is FUN! Built on over 60 years of traditions, the Longhorn way of life is happiness, love, friendship, fun, respect, and is guided by the “Golden Rule”. Over the years, Longhorn has invented the salo-frisbee, the Blob, merit system and especially the famous slogan “attawaytogo”. Fun is #1 and is the goal of a large number of activities that are based on individual achievement rather than competition. Over 40 different activities, special programs for older campers, incredible counselors, and fun-filled, exciting times keep campers coming back year after year.

Camp Longhorn Inks Lake

#1 LONGHORN RD. BURNET, TX

78611

OFFICE: 512-793-2811 [email protected]: 512-793-6732 www.camplonghorn.com

OWNER: The Robertson Family

TYPES OF CAMPS: Coed camp, Private camp, Residential camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 2-week and 3-week sessions COST OF SESSIONS: 2 week – $2411.70 3 week - $3183.70



Camp longhorn is FUN! Built on over 60 years of traditions, the Longhorn way of life is happiness, love, friendship, fun, respect, and is guided by the “Golden Rule”.Over the years, Longhorn has invented the salo-frisbee, the blob, merit system and especially the famous slogan “atawaytogo”. Fun is #1 and is the goal of a large number of activities that are based on individual achievement rather than competition. Over 40 different activities, special programs for older campers, great counselors, and fun-filled exciting times keep campers coming back year after year.

Camp Mystic 2689 HIGHWAY 39

HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4660 [email protected]: 830-238-4799 www.campmystic.com

OWNER: Dick & Tweety Eastland DIRECTORS: Dick & Tweety Eastland STAFF: Betsy Althaus, Catherine Kelm, Lindsay Eastland, James

Eastland, & Edward Eastland

TYPES OF CAMPS: Girls’ Camp, Private Camp

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: June 4 – July4 $3,900 July 8 – Aug. 5 $3,900 Aug. 9- Aug. 21 $2,400 AGE OF CAMPERS: 7-17 years


Camp Mystic is a non-denominational Christian camp for girls located on the beautiful Guadalupe River in Hunt, Texas. Mystic’s program was established in 1926 with the purpose of building self-esteem and character in our campers. Campers learn skills through their activities and good sportsmanship through our tribe system. Confidence is built through tribe competition and by being rewarded for good behavior. Campers select their activities which include: English & western horseback riding, swimming, canoeing, dance, arts & crafts, fishing, tennis, archery, drama, aerobics, campcraft, tumbling, landsports, cheerleading, journalism and many more. All cabins are built of native stone and have electricity and indoor bathrooms. Mystic challenges its campers to:

1. Be a better person for being at Mystic. 2. Let Mystic bring out the best in them. 3. Grow spiritually.

Camp Olympia 723 OLYMPIA DRIVE

TRINITY, TX 75862

OFFICE: 936-594-2541 [email protected]: 936-594-8143 [email protected]

www.campolympia.com

OWNERS: Corby Robertson & Chris Gilbert DIRECTORS: Kathy & Tommy Ferguson

TYPES OF CAMPS: Coed, Residential, Private, Traditional, SportsLENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS:

Term 1: June 8– June 21 $2575 (two weeks) Term 2: June 22 – July 12 $3495 (three weeks) Term 3: July 13 – Aug. 2 $3495 (three weeks) Term 4: Aug. 3 – Aug. 16 $2575 (two weeks)

AGE OF CAMPERS: 7 –16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Established in 1968, Camp Olympia is a residential camp for boys and girls, ages 7-16 in a Christian environment. Our beautiful location on Lake Livingston in Trinity, Texas is the perfect setting for FUN, SUN, and ADVENTURE. Camp Olympia offers individualized scheduling of over 35 activities, ranging from wakeboarding to horseback riding, so campers get to CHOOSE the activities that interest them. Most importantly, Camp Olympia builds character and values. Children learn responsibility and cooperation at camp while gaining independence and self-esteem. Our dynamic group of college counselors serves as positive role models for your child, and we strive to keep a counselor to camper ratio of 1:4 in each cabin. We are accredited by the American Camping Association because we know that the safety of your child is of the utmost importance. Camp Olympia is dedicated to having fun together, helping people grow in body, spirit, and mind.

Facilities are available for weekend retreats and conferences during the school year.Program schedules can be tailored to the needs of each individual retreat group, and Olympia can facilitate groups up to 400 people.

At the Camp Olympia Junior Golf Academy, boys and girls ages 8-16 receive outstanding PGA instruction at Whispering Pines Golf Club, one of the top-rated, 18-hole championship courses in Texas. Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced and Competitive golfers are all welcome at the academy. In addition to comprehensive golf instruction, campers will experience the fun of Camp Olympia by participating in a variety of Olympia activities, like blobbing and the ropes course, and nightly programs including Carnival and Rodeo. The Camp Olympia Junior Golf Academy is an opportunity to make new friends while developing the skills for a lifetime of golf enjoyment.

Camp Peniel

6716 E. FM 1431MARBLE FALLS, TX 78654

OFFICE: 830-693-2182 [email protected]: 830-693-5780 www.camppeniel.org

DIRECTOR: Don Barber REGISTRAR: Donna Kiley DAY CAMP: Brad Grissom

TYPES OF CAMPS: 2 Terms of Consecutive Boys & Girls Ages 8-14 Girls’ camp, Boys’ camp, Coed High School and

Day camps, Family Weekend Camps After School – Horseback Riding Lessons

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 1 week terms: June 7 – August 8 COST OF SESSIONS: $565 Per Week $155 Per Week of Day Camp

AGE OF CAMPERS: Day Camp Grades – 1st thru 5th

Overnight Camps: Ages 8-14 High School Coed – Grades 9th thru 12th

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Camp Peniel was founded in 1946 by former pastor Gordon Whitelock. It is an independent, non-profit, Christian camp, solidly committed to the full authority and accuracy of the Scriptures and to every individual’s need of God’s gracious gift of salvation through faith in His Son, Jesus Christ. The prayers and gifts of many people and churches committed to reaching others, youth and adults, for Christ, support Camp Peniel. Summer Camp offers several different programs for children 6-18 who may choose to attend an overnight camp, day camp, or co-ed HS camp. We offer a well-balanced program of Bible Study and camp activities directed by skilled staff. Weekend Camps are available in the spring and fall for both children and adults. These are perfect “get-away” from a busy schedule. Rental Groups are welcome during the school year. The facilities are available at times for your own-programmed groups. The camp also offers opportunities for Volunteer Christian Service by individuals or groups to help with various projects.

Camp Rio Vista andCamp Sierra Vista

175 RIO VISTA RD. S INGRAM, TX

78025

OFFICE: 830-367-5353 [email protected]: 830-367-4044 www.vistacamps.com

OWNER: THE HAWKINS FAMILY - Carl & Diane Hawkins John & Kathy Hawkins

Freddie & Chaille Hawkins DIRECTOR: John Hawkins, Chaille Hawkins & Justin Hawkins ASSISTANT: Joanne & Mike Roberts

TYPES OF CAMPS: Girls’ Camp (Sierra Vista), Boys’ Camp (Rio Vista), Private Camp, Residential Camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 2 Weeks: June 7-20 $2100 July 19 – August 1 $2100 4 Weeks: June 22 – July 17 $3400 1 Week Options $1050

AGE OF CAMPERS: 6 - 16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Private, traditional brother/sister camps in the Texas hill country. Two camps with one purpose: to provide a safe, wholesome, fun-filled, learning camp experience to every boy and girl. Situated on 120 acres along the Guadalupe River with about a mile of river frontage, beautiful facilities with permanent rock cabins, two rock gyms, outdoor chapel, stables, six tennis courts, chip and putt golf course, climbing tower, blob, rope swing, water slide, sailing, water-skiing, softball/kickball diamonds, animal zoo and much more. A selective program allows campers to customize their activity schedules. A summer tradition of fun, exciting activities and programs, outstanding leadership, personal family atmosphere and lifelong skills, friendships and memories. Rio Vista established 1921. Sierra Vista established 1982.

Camp Waldemar

1005 FM 1340 HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4821 [email protected]: 830-238-4051 www.waldemar.com

OWNER: Marsha & Dale Elmore DIRECTOR: Marsha Elmore BUSINESS MANAGER: Teak Elmore ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF: G. A. Elmore, Katie Blount, Robin Harrel, Jan Cannon, & Liz Pohl

TYPES OF CAMPS: Private all-girls camp

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: May 27 – June 3, $1385 June 5 – July 4, $4550 July 10 – August 8, $4550

AGE OF CAMPERS: 7 –16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Camp Waldemar is a Christian all-girls’ camp that was established in 1926. We are proud that the Waldemar experience has “stood the test of time” and yet continues to evolve in response to the changing needs of today’s youth, at the same time, while maintaining its strong traditions and commitment to excellence. Our mission is to provide a wholesome and fun atmosphere where each person can grow spiritually, mentally and physically in becoming their finest self.

The camp is located on the Guadalupe River in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas - Hunt, Texas. Stone cabins are spread through out a landscaped hill. These spacious “Kampongs” are all uniquely designed with Saltillo tile floors and private bathrooms along with air conditioning to cool them off during the hottest days.

Camp Stewart for Boys 612 FM 1340

HUNT, TX 78024-3024

OFFICE: 830-238-4670 [email protected]: 830-238-4737 www.campstewart.com

OWNER: Si, Kathy, & Jeeper Ragsdale DIRECTORS: Jeeper & Kathy Ragsdale ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR: George Morgan DIRECTOR of Operations: Jeannie Wilcox Osborne DIRECTOR of Human Resources: Mike Busby DIRECTOR of Programs: Thomas B. Cochran

TYPES OF CAMP: Boys’ camp, Private camp, Residential camp

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: May 30 – June 3 $900 June 6 – July 3 $4025 July 9 – August 1: $4025 Aug. 7-August 15: $1525 AGE OF CAMPERS: 6-16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Socialization, new friends and learning life-long skills in a fun, protected environment – that’s camp! Camp Stewart for Boys is one of the nation’s top private camps. Located on headwaters of the North Fork of Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country, 2008 is its 85th summer of continuous operation. Stewart’s continuing goal is to provide the best in traditional camping in a positive, protected environment for boys 6-16. Building self-confidence and self-reliance is stressed. Campers and parents continually tell us that their time spent at Stewart has been the most meaningful experience in their lives. Stewart’s facilities, staff and innovative programming are geared to meeting the needs of boys. Stewart stresses individual goal setting and increasing self-reliance, along with teaching skills from beginner to advanced levels. Stewart strives to have outstanding staff, suitable as mentors to impressionable young men. Stewart prides itself on its fine food. Served family style, under the hands-ondirection of a five-star executive chef, emphasis is placed on fresh produce and well-balanced, boy-oriented meals. Stewart’s facilities are under constant renovation and improvement to keep them abreast of changing needs. Buildings are indigenous to the area. Stewart is the oldest continually operated private camp in the southwest. ACA accredited.

Charis Hills Camp 498 Faulkner Road Sunset, TX 76270

OFFICE: 888-681-2173 [email protected]: 325-247-4448 WWW.CHARISHILLS.ORG

OWNER: Charis Hills, Inc. DIRECTOR: Rand and Colleen Southard ADMIN ASST.: Eric Kingsbury

TYPE OF CAMP: Special needs, co-ed residential camp for children with learning differences, emotional and behavioral challenges including ADHD, and social skills deficits.

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: one and two week sessions

COST OF SESSIONS: $1000 per week

AGE OF CAMPERS: 7- 17

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:Charis Hills is a Christian, special needs, recreational summer camp which helps children with learning differences build confidence and find success. We welcome campers with ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and emotional/behavioral challenges including high functioning Autism and Asperger's. Campers also receive academic instruction for one activity period each day. Located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country! We also have spring and fall Family Camp programs that are both educational and recreational for the whole family.

Cross Trails Ministry Lutheran Camp Chrysalis &

Ebert Ranch Camp

391 Upper Turtle Creek Road Kerrville, TX

78028

OFFICE: 830 -257-6340 [email protected]: 830 -257-3060 www.crosstrails.org

OWNERS: Southwestern Texas Synod Congregations of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

DIRECTORS: Erick and Deanna Christensen, Executive Directors

TYPES OF CAMPS: Summer Bible Camps and Year-Round Retreating

LENGTH & COST OF SUMMER SESSIONS: June 7 –August 7, 2009 One Week Sessions $310 - $425

AGE OF CAMPERS: 8 -18 years & Family Camps

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:Chrysalis, founded in 1950, is a traditional summer camp setting that is open year-round for rental and programmed retreats. Ebert Ranch, founded in 1983, is a working ranch that specializes in outdoor adventure and horse programs.

Deer Creek Camp P.O. BOX 200

494 ELM CREEK RD. MEDINA, TX

78055

OFFICE: 830-589-7123 [email protected]: 830-589-3260 www.DeerCreekCamp.com

OWNER: Jim & Pam Behling DIRECTORS: Josh & Sally Smithson TYPES OF CAMPS: Christ-Centered Adventure Camp with Sport

Specialty selections

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: Eight 1 Week Adventure Camp Terms Four Summer’s Best Two Weeks Terms

COST OF SESSIONS: Adventure Camp $775 Summer’s Best Two Weeks $1550


DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:Deer Creek Camp is Christ Centered Adventure for boys and girls ages 7-16. Located in the Texas Hill Country on the Medina River, campers come for high adventure programming and leadership legacy training. Our objective is to provide the best Christian Playground for America’s greatest kids. Counselors are All-American role models who will turn children’s dreams into reality. Camp is all about establishing relationships with young people so we “earn” the right to share the Gospel along with leadership training. Spring fed water from the Medina River provides a variety of exciting water sports including a 55’ “Team Scream” and water slide. Our High Ropes course includes the longest dual zip line in Texas. Campers throughout the summer will participate in recording a CD with special camp songs. Cabins are air-conditioned and food is kid friendly. Call Sally or Pam for more information.

Echo Hill Ranch 965 Echo Hill Road

Medina, TX78055

OFFICE: 301-588-4442 [email protected] FAX: 301-588-5051 www.echohill.org

OWNERS/DIRECTOR: Roger and Roz Friedman

TYPES OF CAMPS: Co-ed Camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: One month, one week, three week running concurrently

COST OF SESSIONS: 4 wk-$3528; 3wk-$2875; 1wk-$1105

AGE OF CAMPERS: 6 - 14


Echo Hill Ranch is a child-centered, non-competitive camp for boys and girls ages 6-16 founded in 1953 by Dr. and Mrs. S. T. Friedman and still owned and operated by the Friedman Family. Our rustic setting of 400 unspoiled acres in the Texas Hill Country provides a beautiful and safe setting for children to have fun and relax while learning to be more self-reliant and skilled in living with others.

Forest Glen Camps and Retreat Center 34 Forest Glen

Huntsville, TX 77340 Office-936.295.7641 www.forestglen.org

Executive Director: John Davidhizar ([email protected])Retreat Director: Andy Stem ([email protected])Summer Camp and Outdoor Education Center Director: Kevin Edney ([email protected])

The Forest Glen Ministry! Forest Glen Camps and Retreat Center is open year-round to various clienteles. Church and Para-church ministries utilize our facilities when they organize a Christ-centered retreat for their members. Public and private schools rely on Forest Glen to provide an experiential education program that has optional biblical integration specific to each lesson. During our summer months, we offer several 1-week sessions of a residential camp program called Camp Good News. Furthermore, we provide a day camp program for residents in the northeastern Houston area, including The Woodlands, Conroe, and Huntsville. Our facilities are also used as a church camp setting for many large churches across Texas. We offer our church groups great facilities and traditional camp activities that compliment their summer camp ministry plans.

The Forest Glen Experience! An independent Christian Camp, Forest Glen Camp and Retreat Center serves its guests with three different facilities. Our Houston area facilities are nestled in the Sam Houston National Forest near Huntsville, Texas. We are conveniently located 1.5 hours north of downtown Houston and approximately 3 hours south of the D/FW metroplex. Our beautiful 24-acre lake conveniently rests between our fully equipped North Shore and Lakeside campuses. Lodging features include restrooms, showers, central AC/heating and carpeting. In addition, each campus has its own Jr. Olympic size swimming pool, dining facility, covered recreation pavilion, sports field and multiple meeting rooms. Total combined occupancy for this property is just over 500.

Tucked into the hills that overlook the Brazos River, our third location, Forest Glen Springs is located near Rosebud, Texas. Soft meadows, tree covered hills and a pristine 13-acre lake fed by multiple springs make this location a delightfully peaceful place to experience. Multiple lodging options are available for your camping experience: screened shelters, platform screened tents, 2 large year-round bunkhouses and 2 new cabins. Total occupancy of this camp is just over 200.

Forest Glen going Green! Starting in 2006, with the beginning of our major facility improvement and enhancement campaign, we have intentionally planned for and taken steps to become a leader in applying environmentally safe procedures. All new cabins and buildings are equipped with geothermal AC/heating systems. We have implemented recommended facility energy usage practices. We’ve begun moving away from traditional oil dependent vehicles, and have utilized new engineering techniques that have led to our buildings becoming more energy efficient.

Heart O’ the Hills Camp

2430 HWY 39 HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4650 or [email protected] 800-Ragsdal FAX: 830-238-4067 www.HOHCamp.com

OWNER: Ragsdale Family DIRECTOR: Jane Ragsdale

TYPES OF CAMPS: Girl’s Camp, Private Camp, Residential Camp

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: Mini Term: May 30 – June 3 $900 First Term: June 6 – July 3 $4025 Second Term: July9- August 1 $4025

Short Term: Aug. 7 -August 15 $1525

AGE OF CAMPERS: 5 – 10 years for the mini term 6 –16 years for the 4-week terms

6 – 11 years for short term

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Located on Guadalupe River’s beautiful South Fork, “tepees” are fully air-conditioned. Family-style dining, tradition of etiquette. Character building atmosphere, worldwide, limited enrollment, personable. Fun and instruction oriented, offering more than 40 activities – traditional, plus unusual, including English and western riding, Red Cross swimming instruction, field sports, cheerleading, drama, dance, canoeing, “Just for Fun”, archery, riflery, tennis, climbing and rappelling, sign language, diving, “Smoke Signals” and yearbook, volleyball, calligraphy, fishin’, war canoe, pioneering. Also, intangibles–- self-confidence, teamwork, leadership, individual identity, dealing with challenges. Ragsdale family owned, operated. Role model counselors.

Highland Lakes Camp and Conference

5902 PACE BEND RD. N. SPICEWOOD, TX

78669

OFFICE: 512-264-1777 888-222-3482 [email protected]

FAX: 512-264-2794 www.highlandlakescamp.org

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Danny Dawdy ASST. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Judy Sansom

TYPES OF CAMPS: Christian Camping Experiences for Children, Teens, and Adults, host Non-profit and Corp group activities and Provide Outdoor Education for Public and Private School

LENGHT OF SESSIONS: Year & Summer June 1 through August 15Call for more information. COST OF SESSIONS: $45.00 - $190.00 AGE OF SUMMER CAMPERS: 1st – 12th grades

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:Nestled in the Hill Country of Central Texas on the shores of Lake Travis, Highland Lakes Camp and Conference Center seeks to offer a place of retreat, refreshment, and reflection to individuals desiring an encounter with their Lord and Savior, and a to provide a safe place for non-profits serving children to involve them in the outdoors. We are committed to providing the highest quality year-round ministry programs for people of all ages. Highland Lakes has 15 meeting rooms of various sizes that can accommodate as few as 8 or as many as 800. Highland Lakes’ facilities are used for a number of group events, including: summer camps, retreats and conferences, workshops, leadership training, team-building, event planning, and Outdoor Education. Modern, fully furnished, motel-type housing offers attractive accommodations for up to 120 individuals. Clean, air-conditioned dorms can support groups of up to 750 individuals. The highland Lakes grounds are covered with an abundance of recreational facilities, including: riflery and archery ranges, a BMX bike track, basketball and tennis courts, softball field, sand volleyball court, swimming pool, ping-pong tables, hiking trails, and wilderness camping area. The lakefront recreational activities include: canoeing, paddleboats, blob, iceberg, ski boat with banana water sled, and fishing. Also, Jordan’s Crossing, Highland Lakes’ challenge course, offers an obstacle course and initiative games for trust building, along with low & high ropes for team and confidence building.

Kickapoo Kamp 304 UPPER TURTLE CREEK RD.

KERRVILLE, TX 78028

OFFICE: 210-690-8361 www.kickapookamp.com 830-895-5731 [email protected]: 210-690-5731 830-257-5740 OWNER: Bimmie Findlay and Laura Hodges DIRECTOR: Laura Findlay Hodges 10310 Quail Meadow, San Antonio, TX 78230

830-377-4001

TYPES OF CAMPS: Private Girls’ camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: One, two, and three week sessions June 8 – August 1 COST OF SESSIONS: $1220 -$2625 AGE OF CAMPERS: 7-17 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Kickapoo Kamp is a private residential girls summer camp located in the Texas Hill Country, nine miles southwest of Kerrville, Texas. Our history and our smaller size set us apart from other private girl’s camps. Limiting our enrollment to 100 campers allows us to emphasize the “family atmosphere we feel is so important. Our evening activities are an all-camp activity so all ages participate together. Relationships develop among all ages not just within the camper’s own age group. All campers, from age 6 to 17 know each other and all the counselors by name. Kickapoo offers a fun environment that helps to build self-confidence, self-awareness and self-acceptance. Our counselors are wholesome role models who share common values and are dedicated to children. Over 30 activities challenge and interest every camper. Kickapoo is a place with well-maintained facilities, exciting programs, delicious home-cooked meals, experienced staff and a family environment conducive to a fun-filled, learning camp experience. For over 75 years, generations of families have enjoyed the traditions and shared the memories of their summers spent at Kickapoo Kamp. A tradition carried on by three generations of the Ford-Findlay family who are genuinely committed to a quality camp experience for your daughters.

Mo Ranch Summer Camps 2229 FM 1340

HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 830-238-4455 x 149 [email protected]: 830-238-4202 www.moranch.com

DIRECTOR: Tim Huchton [email protected]

TYPES OF CAMPS: Coed camp, Church camp, Residential camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONSAND COST: 1 week: June 7-13, June 14-20, July 5 – 11, July 12 – 18, July 19 – 25 $640 2 week: June 21-July 4 $1322



Mo-Ranch Summer Camp is a co-educational Christian camp for 8-15 year olds.Mo-Ranch sits on almost 500 acres in the Texas Hill Country. The modernized buildings date back to the 1930’s, when Mo-Ranch was a working ranch. All campers stay in Loma Linda, an air-conditioned dorm. Our location near the headwaters of the Guadalupe River allows for many water activities including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, fishing, and the ever-popular Mo-Slide. Other camp activities include: horseback riding, archery, nature & environment, arts and crafts, low ropes, team sports, and even some rock climbing! This year’s 1 & 2-week sessions all focus on building relationships and having fun in a safe, Christian-centered environment.

Prude Ranch Summer Camp P.O. BOX 1907 FORT DAVIS, TX

79734

OFFICE: 432-426-4406 [email protected]: 432-426-3502 www.prude-ranch.com

OWNER: John Robert and Betty Prude DIRECTOR: Kelly Prude Boultinghouse

TYPES OF CAMPS: Coed camp, Private camp, Residential camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 1 week and 2 week campsCOST OF SESSIONS: 1 week camp $695.00 2 week camp $1350 –$1400 (7-13 year olds) $1500 (14-16 year olds) AGE OF CAMPERS: 7 - 16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:Prude Ranch was established by the AG Prude’s over 100 years ago as a cattle ranch. Since this time five generations of Prude’s have been in charge of the ranch operations, which have included everything from punching cattle to corralling boys and girls in our summer camp program. From 1951 until the present time, campers have enjoyed a true “southwest” experience – wide open spaces, beautiful mountains, pure clean air, and a sample of real ranch life. “Second generation campers” abound, experiencing camp life much like their parents did in earlier years. The Prude Ranch Summer Camp Program is still a family affair, with three generations of Prude’s directing camp activities. Ranch cabins, which house the campers, look like old fashion ranch-hand bunk houses. Each unit has private bath facilities and even air conditioning, other facilities include a modern dining room, recreation building, enclosed swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, lighted rodeo arena, rifle and archery ranges, arts and crafts, and lots of wide open spaces just hankerin’ for kids to romp over. Our most popular activities center around horses.Other activities include riflery, hiking, horsemanship, animal life, cheerleading, gymnastics crafts, swimming, archery, drama, ropes course, stunt night, and talent shows.

1232-C County Road 411B Glen Rose, Texas 76043

[email protected] www.riverbendretreat.org

Alton Belew, Executive Director

Riverbend exists to assist churches and individuals in carrying out the Great Com-mission through Summer Camps, Conferences, Retreats, and Specials Events in which

groups, families, and individuals participate.

Riverbend specializes in providing a place for groups to step away from day to day life and spend time with God, his Crea-tion and each other. Our first priority is to honor and glorify the Lord Jesus Christ in and through the programs and opera-tions of Riverbend. We want to meet the needs of our guests by striving for excellence in service, facilities, and programs.

The décor of the retreat center is rustic cedar with native stone and includes facilities for 843. Sleeping facilities include 11 dorm-style cabins; an Outpost camp with log- con-structed barracks & meeting rooms, covered wagons & teepee; Riverbend has motel-style lodges found in Rock Creek Lodge, Lucas Lodge and the new Cedar Bluff Lodge. Lenamon Lodge is a new condo-style facility which has quickly become a Riverbend fa-vorite. Other facilities included a chapel, dining hall, recreation building, seasonal swimming pool with quadruple slides, 3-acre pond, challenge course with zip line, paint-ball course, amphitheatre and various other recreational facilities.

Blending great facilities, good food, a beautiful outdoor set-ting, and excellent service, we want to make your next camp or retreat the best ever. Whether it be senior adults, women, cou-ples, singles, college, youth, school, children or any group you are a part of come have fun, find a place of solitude, fellowship

with one another and most of all...Experience God!

Rocky River Ranch P.O. BOX 109

100 FLITE ACRES ROAD WIMBERLEY, TX

78676

OFFICE: 512-847-2513 www.rockyriverranch.comFAX: 512-847-9067 [email protected]

OWNER: Mary Anderson EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Rue Hatfield CAMP DIRECTORS: Rue Hatfield, Shanna Watson, Elizabeth Sierra

TYPE OF CAMP: Private residential summer camp for girls

SESSION LENGTH AND FEES: One week $695 Ten days $1150 Two weeks $1390



Rocky River Ranch is a rustic, residential camp for girls in Wimberley, the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Since 1953, our summer camp has offered fun outdoor activities, including horse-back riding, kayaking, swimming and much more! Located in the heart of the Texas Hill Country in the quaint village of Wimberley, Rocky River Ranch has been operating as a private summer camp for girls since 1953. We are a residential summer camp offering a variety of session lengths. If your daughter could design a perfect summer, it would probably include plenty of friends, new things to do every day and a place to cool off when the sun gets too hot. The perfect summer is waiting for your daughter at Rocky River — filled to the brim with new friendships, challenging activities and, most importantly, lots of fun! Our hill country setting, expert staff and long-held traditions combine year after year to create remarkable and memorable summers for Rocky River campers. The Rocky River experience, while enriching your daughter's childhood with a sense of accomplishment and independence, will also offer her a treasure of wonderful memories she will carry for a lifetime — of friends, laughter, songs and campfires.

Slumber Falls Camp 3610 River Road New Braunfels, TX

78132

OFFICE: 830-625-2212 [email protected] FAX: 830-625-4688 www.slumberfalls.org

OWNERS: South Central Conference United Church of Christ DIRECTOR: Charles Stark

TYPES OF CAMPS: Residential Christian Camp

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: 1 Week

COST OF SESSIONS: $330

AGE OF CAMPERS: 6 - 18

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Slumber Falls is a Christian summer camp, offering ecumenical programs for all ages. It is our goal to touch the lives of children with the love of God for all creation. Our mission calls us to be inclusive of all. No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here!

Texas Lions Camp

P.O. BOX 290247 KERRVILLE, TX 78029-0247

OFFICE: 830-896-8500 [email protected]: 830-896-3666 www.lionscamp.com

OWNER: Lions Clubs of Texas DIRECTOR: Stephen S. Mabry – Executive Director Steven C. King – Client Services Director

TYPES OF CAMPS: Coed Residential and Day camp for children with physical disabilities & diabetes

LENGTH OF SESSIONS: One-week sessions COST OF SESSIONS: No Cost to parents AGE OF CAMPERS: 7 – 16 years old for children with disabilities 8 – 15 years old for children with Type 1 diabetes

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: Serving children from Texas with physical disabilities or diabetes at no cost to the families. Located in the beautiful Hill Country of Texas. Offering six, week-long sessions and a 3-day, day camp for children with physical disabilities. Also offered are two-week long sessions for children with type 1 diabetes. Activities offered include: aquatics, archery, arts & crafts, challenge/ropes course, drama, horsemanship, music, nature studies, photography, outdoor camping skills and may athletic activities.

Y.O. Adventure Camp 1736 Y.O. RANCH RD.

MT. HOME, TX 78058

OFFICE: 830-640-3220 [email protected]: 830-640-3348 www.yoadventurecamp.com

OWNER: Schreiner Family DIRECTOR: Cathy Martell

TYPES OF CAMPS: Hunting, Cowboy and Adventure

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: All 1 week sessions Hunting Camp $1275 Advanced hunting $2750 (upgrades available) Cowboy Camp $1195 Advanced cowboy$2195


DESCRIPTION OF CAMP:The camp offers an exciting ranch experience with a twist. We are based on the 40,000-acre Y.O. Ranch in the heart of Texas Hill country. Y.O. Ranch Adventures is a year round facility that specializes in teaching hunting and cowboy skills. We also offer programs to public & private schools, scouting groups and private organizations.

In cowboy camp, one-week sessions are designed for any level of rider with campers working on basic horsemanship skills based on the secure seat method of riding. The advanced camp is targeted for the experienced rider who has mastered the basic skills and wants more of a challenge. All camps include camping out under the stars and training in basic wilderness survival. The goal of our cowboy camp is to teach campers about the ranching way of life and to learn the honored traditions of the working cowboy.

The hunting camp focuses on giving campers a strong foundation in the fundamentals of hunting, while imparting a respect and appreciation for the animals they harvest. Campers twelve years and older receive their Hunters Education Certification through Texas Parks and Wildlife. We have a variety of shooting ranges, along with an archery range, where they can learn the basics of firearm safety while fine-tuning their skills. All campers will have the opportunity to harvest a common exotic doe while attending camp.

Adventure camp is mix of activities designed to introduce new campers to our program while strengthening their ability to work in a team. This camp offers a mix of activities including our low and high group initiatives, climbing tower, a safari complete with a camel & giraffes, firearm safety, field trips and horseback riding.

Camp Flaming Arrow

P.O. BOX 770 HUNT, TX 78024

OFFICE: 800-765-9622 www.ymcacampflamingarrow.orgFAX: 830-238-4280 [email protected]

OWNER: YMCA of Greater San Antonio DIRECTOR: Bill Hinton

TYPES OF CAMPS: YMCA, Coed camp, Residential camp, Not-for-Profit

LENGTH AND COST OF SESSIONS: One and Two Week Sessions $382 - $793 AGE OF CAMPERS: 6–16 years

DESCRIPTION OF CAMP: YMCA Camp Flaming Arrow challenges individuals, families and groups to grow in Spirit, Mind and Body. A resident camp experience at YMCA Camp Flaming Arrow is fun, exciting and adventurous! YMCA CFA Resident camp is also much, much more. We believe camp is a magical place where values are acquired, relationships built and new skills learned. From the moment campers arrive they are welcomed, appreciated and cherished. All camp activities are designed to build self-esteem, promote cooperation, and model healthy relationships. Campers leave camp with new friends, increased self-confidence and memories that last a lifetime! CFA prides itself on many things like exciting activities, beautiful location, and excellent staff; however, our true pride is our focus on the YMCA Character values that transcend the camp session supplementing the values taught at home. YMCA Camp Flaming Arrow is firmly committed to providing a quality program in a safe environment for each camper.

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