I remember coming to Camp Ben as a child with friends of our family(Duran's)from South Austin.I had no idea what it was at the time but that memory has stayed with me all these years,about 50 years. The Older Roach family probably was one of the first families of Camp Ben.We've been coming as a family now for about 22 years and love the fellowship,the downhome atmosphere, Bingo and seeing people we only get to see at Camp Ben.I know our kids will keep the tradition going,they love Camp Ben.God Bless Camp Ben for many more years!

I made an error in the first message, I meant to say that my other great-grandfather was Watt Puryear, also a Confederate soldier from Hays Cty. Thom Quick from Mt.Gainer was my grandfather, and Tom Puryear from Dripping Springs was my grandfather.

My great-grandfather, JacobQuick, was one of the first officers. My other great-grandfather, Thom Quick, was Camp Commander for 20 yrs. My father, John Quick, and my mother, Alberta Puryear Quick camped for most of their lives and my fondest memories of my youth were weeks at the Reunion, swimming all day and dancing half the night, and sleeping under the stars. Alberta is still living, at 95 yrs. of age, and we will be attending the meeting on Tuesday.

The Julius Arthur Johnson family members have been attending since I was six years old. About 58 years! It has always been a pleasure to renew old acquaintances and friends.

My mother is 92 and has been coming to the reunion for at least 50 years. She did dance but is a little too arthritic for that now. We love the carnival and just the family atmosphere.

My family had no connection to Camp until about 15 years ago, when we went with friends. We now have a spot to camp every year, and wouldn't miss. Even if the Creek doesn't have a lot of water, the fun, renewing old friendships and making new ones keeps Camp a joy every year!

My family has been going to Camp Ben for over 40 years. We used to swing off the rope swing in the creek. Glad to see the website. We've missed going a few times because we didn't know the schedule. Hope the creek is full! (Justice family)

I am 71 ,my father attended this Reunion in a covered wagon from the Buda area when he was a boy,said they sleep under the wagon.Always enjoy meeting old friends there ever year.

I CANT BELIEVE WE NOW HAVE A WESITE I AM VERY THANKFUL FOR WHOEVER STARTED IT. IT HAS BEEN A PART OF MY AND MY FAMLIES LIFE ALWAYS. I NOW ENJOY WATCHING MY CHILDREN MAKING THIER OWN MEMORIES THERE. ALTHOUGH IM ILL RIGHT NOW IM GOING TO DO WHATEVER IT TAKES TO MAKE IT THIS YEAR.

About a quarter of my total memories include Camp Ben and my family. I love it that you can see our history carved and nailed into the old trees at our campsite at Camp Ben. One from every year we've been. It's one of the best ways to remember my grandmother Barbara (Rees) Koonce. She always loved it more than anyone I've known. It's like she's always there.