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Camp Fire First Texas has been an inclusive, innovative leader in youth development since 1914.
Woven into every Camp Fire experience is our proven framework for thriving. We call it Thrive{ology}. It’s research-based and measurable. Our framework provides opportunities for youth to grow and succeed in life. Programs include camping, licensed afterschool enrichment, teen services, environmental education, and school readiness, in addition to professional development for early educators. In Camp Fire, children and youth find a safe, fun and inclusive place – a place where they form lasting relationships, develop a sense of belonging and make positive contributions to the lives of their families and their community.
Going Higher Together.
Young people learn how to succeed NOW, through:
THRIVE{OLOGY}
Discover sparks, gain self-confidence, and learn life-changing life skills to thrive now. Thrive{ology} is our research-based program framework founded on the pillars of Social Emotional Learning (SEL), and it works.
INCLUSION & DIVERSITY
We want every young person to be their whole self and connect with others and nature in a safe, affirming environment. We take pride in our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Read our inclusion statement.
TRAINED, CARING STAFF
Supportive mentors and adult champions are key. We call our highly trained staff “Spark Champions,” because they are experts at what they do and know how to guide youth on their journey to thriving. Join our team.
El Tesoro de la Vida Benefit Dinner
Dinner, Silent and Live Auction
Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at 6 p.m.
Camp Fire El Tesoro de la Vida Benefit Dinner directly supports our week-long grief camp for children which provides an accepting, normalizing camp experience where boys and girls who share the experience of the death of a loved one can cry, play, laugh and heal together.
FREE Camp Previews
Considering summer camp at Camp El Tesoro?
A FREE mini-camp awaits your whole family at a Camp Preview. Experience what makes El Tesoro such a special place at one of these come-and-go events!
Sunday, April 10; 1-4 p.m.
Sunday, May 15; 1-4 p.m.
Camp El Tesoro is located at 7710 Fall Creek Hwy, Granbury TX 76049
Latest News
Read our blog+news to learn about how Camp Fire is connecting youth, growing leaders, educating our youngest community members and going higher together.
Grant Funding Supports Racial Equity Advancement at Camp Fire First Texas
With support from ToolBox Grants at North Texas Community Foundation, Camp Fire First Texas will initiate the next phase of advancing racial equity training and implementation.
A Camp Journey
About 20 years ago I took my first steps across Camp El Tesoro’s lovely swinging bridge. Although at the time it felt like I was crossing a grand expanse on a thin swinging rope. Anxious, excited, and filled with wonder, I weathered that adventure to start my first day of camp. Unaware it would set me on a path that, much like the trails at our extraordinary camp, would shape me into the person I am today.
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