Gather ‘Round the Camp Fire: It’s Story Time
We really, really need your story. Here’s why.
Camp Fire Alumni Keep Camp History Alive
Here at Camp Fire First Texas, we love catching up with Camp Fire Alumni! Click through for our Camp Fire Alumni SPEAK OUT! mini-series.
A Connection That Sparked ‘a Lifelong Passion for Service’ – Celebrating Camp Fire Alum, Betsy Price
The former mayor of Fort Worth, Betsy Price, shares her Camp Fire story.
Three Generations Strong – Celebrating Camp Fire Alum, Sylvia Fisher
Legendary Camp Fire First Texas alum Sylvia Fisher shares her Camp Fire story.
‘The One for Me’ – Celebrating Camp Fire Alum, Brand Manager Sara Mitchell
Camp Fire First Texas Brand Manager Sara Mitchell shares her Camp Fire story.
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.
From Camp Fire to Mission Control: NASA Chief Flight Director Holly Ridings’s Alumni Story
“A program like Camp Fire gives you exposure to so many different things and teaches you to consider all aspects of life."
Camp Fire First Texas Focuses End of Year on #Hopefor2021 Campaign
Unprecedented, unusual, strange, challenging and pivot have all been adjectives to describe 2020. Looking forward to 2021, Camp Fire First Texas is embracing a new adjective, hope.
COVID, a Growth Mindset and Me
One day in early spring 2020 I packed up a few things from my office, picked up my two preschool-age children from child care and drove home thinking we’d hunker down and enjoy a vacation/work-from-home couple of weeks. Oh, how very little did I know. And how quickly did I have to learn.
Reflections – A Blog
Camp Fire programs use Thrive{ology} as a framework, which includes a segment called “Reflections” at the end of a program or task, as a review of what was learned, what went well or not so well, and the lessons learned. Today, I thought it appropriate to do a little reflecting myself, as I left the Camp Fire Resource Center for the last time as the President/CEO, the end of a 43-year experience working for Camp Fire First Texas.
Passing the Torch
For all you fans of Camp Fire First Texas, I imagine we shared similar emotions when Ann Sheets announced her retirement. In my case, I first felt appreciation for her service and gratitude for her friendship. But, to be honest, I also had anxiety that we’d be able to fill her shoes. After all, Ann’s been a vital part of this organization for decades and it’s difficult to imagine Camp Fire First Texas without her!
Camp Fire First Texas Will Welcome New President/CEO in October
Fort Worth, Texas (September 15, 2020) - After receiving interest from more than 150 candidates, Camp Fire First Texas is excited to announce Lauren Richard will take the reigns as the next president/CEO of Camp Fire First Texas on October 12. The organization began searching for a new leader in January 2020 following the retirement announcement of Ann Sheets, current president/CEO. A Transition Task Force comprised of board members and community leaders was formed and oversaw the search process. They originally anticipated a June transition, but when the COVID-19 health crisis occurred, the team adjusted the timeline. “Our Transition[...]
