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Camp Mystic files for bankruptcy after catastrophic Texas floods killed 28 people at the girls' camp
By JAMIE STENGLE and KATHY McCORMACK, Associated Press at KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
Why this matters in Barton Creek News
The bankruptcy filing by Camp Mystic has significant implications for the Barton Creek community, where many local families have sent their children to the camp for years. The catastrophic floods that led to the deaths of 25 girls and two teenage counselors were a devastating blow to the area, and the camp's financial struggles will likely be felt by local businesses and residents who have supported the camp in the past. The camp's debt of over $10 million will need to be reorganized, which may involve selling off assets or restructuring operations. As the camp navigates this difficult process, the community will be watching to see how it will impact the local economy and the families who have been affected by the tragedy. The camp's future is uncertain, and its ability to recover from this disaster will depend on its ability to reorganize and rebuild.
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Category: parks ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - All Stories ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization on Wednesday, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 campers and two teenage counselors at the Christian camp for girls along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
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