"Camp Fern has a way of making you believe in yourself. It helps you achieve the highest goals never thought possible in the minds of our children. Camp Fern teaches encouragement,positive thinking, a lifetime of wonderful friendships, but most of all to have fun and enjoy all of God's gifts."
- Lisa Ledoux Locke, Beaumont, TX
"All three of my children have gone to Camp Fern and they have loved it! Camp Fern is truly a rare find! It has everything a summer camp should and more... much, much more! It's one of the best choices we've ever made for our kids!"
- Victoria Crawford, Phoenix, AZ
"The 5 summer that I spent at Camp Fern in the late 60's and early 70's enriched my life so much that I wanted to give my children the same opportunity. My son will be returning for his 5th year next summer. "The close friendships made, the focus on self-esteem building, and the opportunity to try new things and master others are the positive experiences that a camper will continue to find at this beautiful camp tucked away in the piney woods of East Texas."
-Emily Gill Mills, Virginia Beach, VA
"We've been reflecting on the impact Camp Fern has on our 2 completely different girls. How beautifully it manages to satisfy both! Gretchen told me this morning she misses it so much and can't stand that she has to wait 11 months to go back! We are so grateful for your vision."
-John and Dee Dee Bufe, Tyler, TX
"I am thrilled to share the special feelings my family has for Camp Fern. My boys have learned to love and respect God's beautiful surroundings. They've made many new friends and cherished memories. They've developed skills in many areas like riding, swimming, crafts, etc. Those that go through the counselor-training program develop strong leadership skills too! Thanks for the opportunity!
-The Walvoord family, Kingwood, TX
"When reflecting on the most significant gifts we've given our children, we list
1) a stable and secure home life,
2) a strong religious life
3) a quality education
4) The Camp Fern experience
Camp Fern has proven to provide our children with wonderful lasting memories and friendships."
- Diane & David Hudson, Shreveport, LA
"Camp Fern has become an essential part of both of our daughter's lives. We thank you with all of our hearts for the positive influences and constructive lessons that they have had at camp."
-Wayne & Kathy Babin, Tyler, TX
"Three generations of our family have attended and loved Camp Fern(18 in all) starting with myself in the 1930's. Meeting campers from other towns, the fun with which we learned values, leadership, cooperation, new skills, and many new songs and games. One of my daughters says that she learned how to define herself at camp. Bless Aunt Mag, Uncle Vernon, and Miss Peggy."
-Katherine Winniford, McKinney, TX
"Camp Fern is so special and such an important phase in a child's maturity and growing up. In a life where specialization is taking over, Camp Fern offers a wide variety in activities and sports. Our family has supported and recommended Camp Fern for the last 50 years."
- Cecilia Latimer Hagey (40's & 50's)
Anna Hagey Bordelon (70's & 80's)
Laura Hagey Nevill (70's & 80's)
"Besides the fun and friendships they've had at Camp Fern, my sons have learned recreational skills such as riding, skiing, climbing, riflery,etc. We could not have possibly done as extensively. Along with those skills, they have learned leadership, self-reliance and confidence in their abilities. All this- plus, when they are teenagers, knowing they are spending wholesome time for one month! Yeah!"
-Mary Hilliard, Austin, TX
"From the guidance of caring counselors and staff, the effects of God's natural world and the friendship of many wonderful peers, our 3 sons have developed a greater self- confidence, a keener sense of responsibility, and a deeper love of life, through attending Camp Fern."
- Mary and Roy Price, Longview, TX
