What we know about Camp Mystic
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Trees emerge from flood waters along the Guadalupe River on Friday in Kerrville, Texas. Photo: Eric Vryn/Getty Images
Eleven campers and one counselor from the all-girls private camp, Camp Mystic, remained missing as of Sunday after catastrophic floods hit the area on Friday.
The big picture: In the days since the flooding began on the Guadalupe River, the identities of several campers who died have been released.
Here's what we know about the camp:
What have authorities said about the missing campers?
Roughly 700 kids were at the camp when flooding began, according to Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.
- As of Sunday morning, 59 people were reported dead in Kerr County, 21 of whom were children.
Some of the campers who were found dead have been identified by family members.
Where is Camp Mystic?
Camp Mystic is nestled in Texas' Hill Country, along the banks of the Guadalupe River, which on Friday reached the second-highest height on record in the unincorporated community of Hunt.
- The campsite is surrounded by cypress, live oak and pecan trees, per the camp's website.
What is the history of Camp Mystic?
Flashback: Founded in 1926 by University of Texas coach Edward James "Doc" Stewart, Camp Mystic is a nondenominational Christian camp for girls who have finished second grade.
- It was purchased by another family in 1939 and has been operated by descendants since, per its website.
- "In the Mystic spirit, their goals are to boost every camper's self-confidence and to nurture the development of their individual character," the website says of the current owners, Dick and Tweety Eastland.
Zoom in: Camp Mystic offers over 30 activities, including many sports, arts and crafts, theater and more.
- The camp offers two 4-week terms starting in May and a 2-week term in late July.
What we're watching: Authorities continue search and rescue efforts.
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Editor's note: This story has been updated with the latest details on missing campers and flooding.
