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Camp Mystic to Reopen Amid Safety Concerns Post-Flood

12/23/2025

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In December 2025, Camp Mystic plans a partial reopening after July's floods in Texas that killed 25 campers and two counselors.
Some parents, including Patrick Hotze, a parent, support sending their daughters back as a step toward healing.
The camp's owners promise enhanced safety measures, including new flood warning systems.
The reopening has sparked division among families and drawn scrutiny from local lawmakers.

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Story summary

In December 2025, Camp Mystic plans a partial reopening after July's floods in Texas that killed 25 campers and two counselors.
Some parents, including Patrick Hotze, a parent, support sending their daughters back as a step toward healing.
The camp's owners promise enhanced safety measures, including new flood warning systems.
The reopening has sparked division among families and drawn scrutiny from local lawmakers.