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 Dick and Tweety Eastland
The
Owners and Directors of Camp Mystic are Dick
and Tweety Eastland, who have been
at Mystic since 1974. They, shown with
their three grandsons, are the third
generation to manage Mystic, which
has been in the family since 1939. Both
Dick and Tweety attended The University
of Texas in Austin. After they married
and graduated from college, Dick, who
is Ag's grandson, and Tweety decided to
make their home at Mystic. For many years
they worked alongside Iney and Frank
Harrison, learning the traditions and operations of the camp. In
the Mystic spirit, their goals are to boost every camper's
self-confidence and to nurture the development of their individual
characters. Dick & Tweety continue to keep the Mystic traditions
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 Richard
Eastland
As Head Chef and Kitchen Supervisor,
Richard Eastland manages and oversees
the day-to-day operations of our camp
dining hall. Richard, the oldest
son of Dick and Tweety, attended The
University of Texas and later graduated
from Saint Edward's University. He then
attended the famous Le Cordon Bleu Texas
Culinary Academy in Austin. He has been
running the kitchen since 2001.
His responsibilities are extensive, and
include menu planning for three meals
daily, food preparation and serving for
over 400 people each meal, and supervision of his
staff. Richard’s talent abounds and
every summer the campers rave about the
wonderful meals he and his staff prepare.
Click here to view photos from
Richard's Kitchen and Harrison Hall. |
 James
and Lindsay Eastland
James and Lindsay
Eastland joined Camp Mystic in 2004. James, son of Dick and
Tweety, serves as Vice President and is responsible for the
maintenance and upkeep of our website, posting hundreds of
pictures during the summer for all parents at home to enjoy.
He also assists with financial management and daily
operational tasks throughout the year. As Assistant Director and Recruiting Coordinator,
Lindsay
travels to many colleges during the spring recruiting summer
counselors and staff.
She also assists with pre-camp counselor training, along with
many other daily administrative tasks. James and Lindsay met at The
University of Texas, graduating with degrees in Mechanical
Engineering and Corporate Communications, respectively, and
reside at Camp Mystic year round. |
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 Edward
and Mary Liz Eastland
As
Business Manager, Edward takes care of many office
responsibilities. He is the youngest son of Dick and Tweety
and has gained extensive knowledge of the operations of Camp
Mystic in and out of the office. Edward spent many summers
working the camp grounds, and then took on the role of
Bookkeeper for two years.
He
graduated from The University of Texas in 2007.
Edward and Mary Liz Howard, shown with their son Edward,
Jr., married in May 2008. Mary Liz was
Mystic's Program Director from 2005-2007 and a camper
since 1992. She graduated from Baylor Nursing School in 2007
and is a registered nurse. Mary Liz is our Assistant
Director of Health and Safety, overseeing and working in the infirmary
each summer. They reside at camp
year-round.
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 Craig
and Betsy Althaus
Betsy and
Craig Althaus, shown with their
granddaughter, joined Camp Mystic in
2000. In her job as Assistant Director,
Betsy plays a major part in all
correspondence with camp families
throughout the year. Before joining
Mystic, Betsy was a preschool director
and teacher in Kerrville. As our
Director of Operations, Craig leads Camp
Mystic’s Horseback Riding program and
supervises the maintenance of the camp
grounds. Before coming to Camp
Mystic, Craig worked extensively in
ranching. Both Betsy and Craig were born
and raised in Fredericksburg, Texas.
They have two children and one
granddaughter. They reside at
Camp Mystic year round. Those
that know Betsy and Craig can count on
them for their enthusiasm, humor, and
love for camping.
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 Catherine
Kelm
In her job as Office Manager,
Catherine Kelm helps with the smooth day
to day operation of Camp Mystic.
Catherine came to Mystic in the fall of
2000. She and her husband, David Kelm,
moved to the Hunt area in 1999 from
Temple, Texas. Catherine has two
children who are both married, four granddaughters
and one grandson. Parents can always call
on Catherine for help year round. |
 J.C.
and Ira Bell Mattox
Ira Bell and J.C. Mattox came to Camp Mystic in the spring of
1952. They were hired on by the current directors at that
time, Iney and Frank Harrison. J.C. worked as the head of
maintenance and Ira Bell did several jobs including
secretarial work and book keeping. The Harrisons found
the couple to be highly trustworthy, hard working, and
dedicated employees, and it wasn’t long before a great
friendship and respect developed. Ira Bell and J.C. have
a daughter who graduated from The University of Texas and now lives in Dallas. They currently reside
at their home in Kerrville, but continue to work full time at
Mystic. Ira Bell manages the Mystic registry, while J.C. works
as Mystic's Senior Grounds Supervisor. When asked why they have stayed at Mystic for so many
years, Ira Bell replies, “Because Mystic has been owned by the
same family all these years. It has never changed hands
in all that time.” |
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Mere
Vasquez
Mere came to Mystic in 1979 and
has played an important role in keeping the facilities at Mystic
maintained and looking beautiful. Anyone who visits
Mystic will notice the wonderful rock work around camp that
Mere is responsible for. Mere and his family live near
the camp in Hunt. Mere can always be counted on for his great
sense of humor as well as his tremendous work ethic. |
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