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Camp Mystic paid Eastland family members nearly $300K as revenue plunged after deadly flood
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· August 11, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the camp's financial situation and the lawsuits can be found through Houston Public Media, which has reported on the bankruptcy records and the ongoing legal issues surrounding Camp Mystic.
Bankruptcy records for Camp Mystic have been made public, revealing significant financial information. The camp paid nearly $300,000 to Eastland family members. This disclosure comes as the camp is facing wrongful death lawsuits related to a flood in July 2025.
The records also show that the camp has millions of dollars in assets and payments. Further details about the camp's financial situation and the lawsuits can be found through Houston Public Media, which has reported on the bankruptcy records and the ongoing legal issues surrounding Camp Mystic.
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Category: parks ·
Published: August 11, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Bankruptcy records for Camp Mystic have been made public, revealing significant financial information. The camp paid nearly $300,000 to Eastland family members. This disclosure comes as the camp is…
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