Our goal at Austin Youth Camp is to help our youth love Jesus, be a part of a vibrant and active community, and extend the good news of Jesus Christ to others. Throughout the school year and summer, we get away for camps and activities, where, besides having tons of fun where everyone feels they belong, we spend time to focus on God’s word and encourage one another.

Anyone from 7th to 12th grade age is welcome to attend the camp! All campers must be willing and prepared to have an awesome weekend. We also have college students attending as camp counselors, as well as parents who help carry out the practical aspects of the camp.

The camp will be at the Echo Valley campsite at the H. E. Butt Foundation Camp, which is situated along the banks of the Frio River on the 1,900-acre H. E. Butt Foundation property deep in the Texas Hill Country, 13 miles north of Leakey on U.S. Highway 83. The camp is approximately 120 miles northwest of San Antonio and 60 miles west of Kerrville. 

The camp runs from Friday, September 20 to Sunday, September 22. Check-in begins at 4 pm on Friday, and the camp concludes at noon on Sunday.

Campers should bring the following:

• Bible

• Sleeping bag and pillow

• Comfortable clothing for outdoor activities including sandals or water shoes

• Swimsuit and T-shirt for swimming

• Towel and toiletries

• Reusable water bottle (NECESSARY!)

• Personal electric fans for the cabins

Each day at camp will include a mix of singing, fellowship, small group discussions, outdoor activities and games, swimming in the beautiful Frio River.

There will also be plenty of open time for recreation. Echo Valley campsite is equipped with two tennis courts, a basketball court, two sand volleyball courts, a softball diamond, a playing field, and a frisbee golf course as well as hiking trails nearby.

Campers will stay in cabins with bunk beds, typically grouped by gender and age. Each cabin will have college-age counselors with the students.

Cabins do not have A/C but some large fans will be provided to keep the cabins cool at night. Campers are also encouraged to bring personal fans.

Most of the cabins do not have A/C but some large fans will be provided to keep the cabins cool at night.  We STRONGLY recommend bringing a personal fan that can be plugged in for your personal use.

Fortunately, we do not have the internet or cell phone reception in the Canyon, so cell phones will not work. As with all possessions that are brought to camp, there is always potential for accidents and theft. It is best to leave electronics at home.

Campers can be reached via the following phone numbers: 

Echo Valley Campsite - 830-291-8624 

Josh Herman - ‭661-312-9252‬

Alex Vulk - 425-505-7972

We understand some campers are unable to make it Friday night, especially after it’s dark in the canyon.  If you plan to arrive Saturday morning, or later you must be a registered camper and please let us know of your arrival plans by emailing austinyouthcamp@gmail.com.

The HEBFC is unable to accomodate day visitors or "drop-ins". All visitors must be registered campers and adults must be screened beforehand.

Yes, for all water activities, we will have a team of certified lifeguards on patrol. We also have all campers wearing life jackets when in the river.