Prude Ranch Summer Camp

Prude Ranch Summer Camp offers the Camper Program, the Cityslickers Program, and the Advanced Camper Program. Campers choose four instructional activities, and each camper is assigned a horse for the duration of the session and is responsible for its care. Boys and girls are split for riding and activities in the Camper Program, Cityslickers are coed, and Advanced Campers are split into 2 groups and switch riding times each day.

Programs

• Camper Program — 7-13
• Cityslickers Program — 12-13
• Advanced Camper Program — 14-16

At a glance

• Ages: 7–16 years old
• General schedule: Boys and girls are split for riding and activities, but do most evening activities together. Cityslickers are coed. Advanced Campers are split into 2 groups and switch riding times each day.

About the provider

Prude Ranch was established in 1897 and has welcomed guests for over 125 years. The first summer camp session was held in 1951. Bill Caruth, Bruce Davis, and 3 generations of the Prude family still make up the leadership team today. The ranch is recognized by the Texas Historical Commission as an important historic site to protect and preserve.

• Early Bird Pricing — Ends February 1, 2027

Enrollment is limited to 30 boys and 30 girls each Cityslicker session. Advanced Camper sessions are limited to 30 campers each session. Campers choose their activities. Boys and girls are split for riding and activities in the Camper Program.

Last updated November 1, 2026.