The Ultimate West Texas High Adventure Camp

Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Davis Mountains in West Texas, this 9,000-acre ranch is

BTSR is one of America’s premier High-Adventure council camps. The camp is nationally recognized and fully accredited by the Boy Scouts of America. In operation since 1947, this beautiful ranch has met the needs of Scouts, Scouters, and their families for over 60 years.

BTSR is located in the middle of Little Aguja Canyon of the Davis Mountains. (The camp is accessed off of Ranch Road 1832, just in between FortDavis and Balmorhea, TX.) During the course of our 9 week camp, we serve over 3,500 youth and adult campers. There is a wide variety of traditional Scouting programs as well as some premier high adventure activities not found at many other camps. To operate this camp, we hire a camp staff of 75 young men and women from all over the state.

DATES OF OPERATION: Staff will arrive on June 5 for a week of pre-camp training and setup.

June & July / July & August
Staff Wk. / June 4– 10 / Week 5 / July 9–15
Week 1 / June 11 - 17 / Week 6 / July 16 - 22
Week 2 / June 18–24 / Week 7 / July 23 – 29
Week 3 / June 25 - July 1 / Week 8 / July 30 - Aug 5 (contingent on camp needs)
Week 4 / July 2 - 8

Scouting experience not necessary for employment

COMPENSATION

Staff members are provided food and housing as well as certain staff uniform items. Salaries range from $125-$300 weekly, depending on age, prior experience, and position. Some positions require certification by the NationalCampSchool, BSA, which is paid by the camp as part of your compensation.

POSITIONS AVAILABLE AT BTSR

Base CampProgram

Program Director

Aquatics Programs

Shooting Sports

Climbing/Rappelling

Horse Wrangler

Scout Skills

Handicrafts

Nature/Ecology

Archery Director

High Adventure Areas

Mountain Man

Climbing/Rappelling

Outback Ranger

Horse Wrangler

Cavalcade Wrangler

High Adventure Staff

SCUBA

Circle H Ranch Program

Cavalry Outpost Camp

Service Staff

CampCooks

Assistant Cook(s)

Asst. Ranger–Maintenance

Dining Hall Director

Health Officer

Office Manager

CampChaplain

Trading Post Staff

CampCommissioner

TO APPLY & FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact the Camp Director, Mark Richardson @ 432-570-7601.Visit our website at (Videos, photos, camp info, and applications are available online.)


Staff Scholarship

Opportunities

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Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch

In 2008 a new program was begun as a benefit to the hard working staff at Buffalo Trail Scout Ranch. The BTSR Staff Scholarship program awards funds that can be used when you enroll in a college or university of your choosing. For every summer of service to BTSR, $250 is earned towards this scholarship, and up to $1600 can be earned. Half of the award is given in the fall and the other half is given in the Spring, upon receipt of proof of enrollment. For more details and application information, please see the BTSR Camp Staff Scholarship Form.

High Adventure Staff Opportunities

BTSR is one of the largest scout camps in the nation, and is the perfect setting for a variety of High Adventure program opportunities! With miles of trails winding through the 9,000 acres of mountains and canyons, BTSR brings to life a true wilderness adventure for Scouts and their leaders. To run these programs, we need a mature and dedicated staff that is ready for the challenge! Take a look at the variety of programs available, and be sure to visit our website for more information.