Man Camp 2026
Plan Your Stay
Prepare for Camp Buckner with the packing list, guest policies, directions, and full camp map.
Before You Arrive
Important Man Camp Information
Review the Camp Buckner Policies Below — The Camp Really Wants You to Read This.
Please review the safety, lodging, recreation, firearms, fishing, parking, and minor-supervision policies before arriving at Camp Buckner.
Indemnification Form (Required!)
Every attendee must complete the Camp Buckner indemnification form before attending, including each person in a group registration.
Complete the Required Form ↗Registration and Important Information
Dates: November 6–8, 2026
Location: Camp Buckner, Burnet, Texas
Early-bird price: $159 through September 24, 2026
After September 24: $169 per attendee
Register Through Church Center ↗South Texas District
Man Camp
2026
Built for More
November 6–8, 2026Camp Buckner, Burnet, Texas
“A weekend for men pursuing righteousness, faith, endurance, and purpose.”
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Registration is securely completed through Church Center.
Quick Event Facts
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The Purpose
Built for More Than the Everyday
Man Camp is a weekend for men and young men from across South Texas to step away from everyday distractions and pursue deeper faith, stronger friendships, and renewed purpose. The weekend combines worship, teaching, discipleship, outdoor activities, friendly competition, and plenty of food.
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More Than a Weekend Away
Three days of worship, teaching, competition, wide-open Hill Country, and enough smoked meat to make the drive home a quiet one.
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Activities
Pick Your Weekend
On-Site Activities
Off-Site & Additional-Cost Activities
These are not included in the base registration price. Costs and availability are confirmed by organizers before the weekend.
The Weekend
Weekend Schedule
Detailed session times are coming soon. Times shown below are confirmed.
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Ready for Man Camp?
South Texas Early Bird Registration
$159 / attendee
$169 after September 24
- Register by September 24, 2026
- Ages 15 and older
- Register yourself and your whole group in one transaction
Already registered? Open Church Center ↗
Registration fees, deadlines, and availability are managed through Church Center. The Church Center registration page is the final source for current availability.
How Registration Works
- Registration is completed through Church Center. You will be asked to log in or create an account using a mobile number or email address.
- Church Center may send a one-time login code by text message. Message and data rates may apply.
- You may register yourself and additional attendees in one transaction.
Before You Register
Please have the following ready for each attendee:
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This website does not collect or store attendee birthdates, emergency contacts, payment details, or other sensitive registration information. All registration information is entered directly into Church Center.
Action Required
Required for Every Attendee
Every person attending Man Camp must complete and sign the Camp Buckner indemnification form.
- Name of church/company hosting
- South Texas District Man Camp
- Retreat start date
- November 6, 2026
Organizer note: Earlier event information listed November 6, 2025. This site uses November 6, 2026 for the current event; verify that the linked Camp Buckner form has been updated before publication.
Complete the Required Form ↗Registration is not considered fully complete until all required event and Camp Buckner forms have been submitted.
Packing
What to Bring
“A saddle blanket and a change of drawers are about all you really need—but earplugs, air freshener, and proper bedding are strongly encouraged.”
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Label personal belongings and do not bring prohibited items.
Camp Buckner
Know Before You Go
The rules that matter most, up front. Full detail is in the expandable sections below.
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This summary does not replace the official Camp Buckner guest policy.
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Emergency Contacts
For a life-threatening emergency, call 911 first.
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Location
Camp Buckner
3835 FM 2342Burnet, TX 78611
- Check-in begins at 4:00 p.m.
- Dinner begins at 6:00 p.m.
- Arrive with enough time to unload, park, and check in before dinner.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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