BECOMING A TEXAS BRIGADES CADET

We are seeking 13-17-year-old students (incoming 8th graders to incoming high school seniors) who are highly motivated, active in extracurricular activities, and interested in learning more about the outdoors, wildlife, sciences, stewardship, and natural resource conservation.

Being selected for a Texas Brigades Summer Camp (becoming a Cadet) is a competitive process. Cadet applications require the completion of two essay questions (see below) and listing achievements, honors, awards, and hobbies.

Applicants rank their top 3 Texas Brigades Summer Camp choices. Please make sure to consider your parent’s/guardian’s summer schedule, and your own, when making camp selections.

Tuition assistance is available, and we can help guide you to local resources. Please do not let tuition be a barrier!

Note: This is the Cadet application for Texas camps only. The Cadet application for North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade is separate and can be found below under the “North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade Applications” tab.

BECOMING A TEXAS BRIGADES ASSISTANT LEADER

You may apply for this position if you have previously graduated from Texas Brigades Summer Camp and are interested in being a leader among your peers. As an Assistant Leader, you will assist your Adult Leader and assigned group throughout camp. From the classroom to the field you will guide your group to success! Your role is a vital part in helping the camp run successfully.

Becoming an Assistant Leader is a competitive, TWO PART process. You must submit a Book of Accomplishments (BOA) and complete this application to be considered for an Assistant Leader position and/or for a college scholarship. This application requires the completion of an essay question (see below). You may apply now and submit your BOA closer to the deadline.

Applications (and BOAs) for each camp are graded by the camp steering committee. The top 4-6 applicants are selected to return as Assistant Leaders and college scholarships are awarded based on the quality of the BOA. If you are not selected as an Assistant Leader, or cannot attend camp, you are still eligible for a college scholarship. You do not have to be a graduating senior to be awarded a college scholarship.

For instructions on how to submit your Book of Accomplishments (BOA) or tips on constructing it, check out our Resources page.

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Note: This is the Assistant Leader application for Texas camps only. The Assistant Leader application for North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade is separate and can be found below under the “North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade Applications” tab.

BECOMING A TEXAS BRIGADES SPECIAL AGENT

You may apply for this position if you have previously graduated from a camp and are interested in assisting a specific camp committee; preference is given to those who have at least one (1) year of Assistant Leader experience. As a Special Agent, you will assist Camp Instructors and Texas Brigades Summer Staff with a variety of camp duties. From filling water coolers to setting up for the next activity or even helping conduct room inspections, your role plays a vital part in helping the camp run successfully.

Becoming a Special Agent is a competitive, TWO PART process. To be considered, you must submit a Book of Accomplishments (BOA) and complete this application. This application also requires that you complete an essay question (see below). You may apply now and submit your book closer to the deadline.

Applications (and BOAs) for each camp are reviewed by the camp steering committee; the top 1-3 applicants are selected to return as Special Agents.

For instructions on how to submit your Book of Accomplishments (BOA) or tips on constructing it, check out our Resources page.

BECOMING A TEXAS BRIGADES ADULT LEADER

We are seeking highly motivated individuals who are interested in the outdoors, wildlife, and natural resource conservation, who wish to share that interest with adolescents, and who are ABLE TO HANDLE THE HIGH AMOUNTS OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY WHILE AT CAMP.

An Adult Leader (i.e. Covey Leader, Herd Leader, School Leader, or Flock Leader) serves as a mentor, counselor, and guide for five or six teenagers (13-17 years of age) as they progress through a five-day camp.

As an Adult Leader, you will participate in ALL of the activities the youth participate in, some physically demanding. Physical activity will include team-building and leadership exercises, being in and outdoors throughout the day, walking/marching in Texas summer heat & humidity, walking through brush, etc. If the kids can do it–you can too! Experience with wildlife, fisheries, animals, or agriculture is not required.

Becoming an Adult Leader is a competitive, TWO PART process. To be considered, you must complete this application AND background check (link will be emailed). Applications for each camp are pooled and selected by the camp steering committee; the top 4-6 applicants are selected and notified. Immediate family members of youth applicants might not be selected as an Adult Leader for the same camp.

You are asked to provide the contact information for two references (no family members, please) as part of your application. Applicants or references from our partner organizations are encouraged.

Note: This is the Adult Leader application for Texas camps only. The Adult Leader application for North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade is separate and can be found below under the “North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade Applications” tab.

To learn more about North Dakota Waterfowl Brigade (NDWTFL) and navigate the available applications, please head to the NDWTFL landing page below!

Applications for our camp in North Dakota are separate from the applications for our Texas camps. Applications are due March 31, 2025.

NDWTFL Landing Page and Applications