The Story of Camp Tekakwitha
Camp Tekakwitha is a little bit of wilderness in St. Claire County, Alabama. It was purchased from Mrs. Ethel Owen Zuber in 1950 to create a summer camp for Catholic boys and girls. The camp was built under the leadership of Fr. John Brunson who selected the property, raised funding and oversaw construction. Fr. Brunson also became the first camp director. At it's height, the camp had room for 140 campers.
The Knights of Columbus have always been a big part of Camp Tekakwitha. From the very beginning they provided material support for the operation of the camp. As time went on and the Bishop decided to get out of summer camping the Knights picked up the ball and operated the camp. Taking full management responsibility, the Knights of Columbus State Council continued to serve Catholic youth for two years. For various reasons the camp was closed sometime around 1989.
In February of 2010 Bishop Robert Baker decided to begin the process of reopening the property as a location for Boy Scout camping and to provide the Kateri Circle a place to gather. The Kateri Circle is a group of Native American Catholics.
The camp is located in Southwest St. Claire County near Springville, Alabama. The property is not open to the public. Tours can be arranged but permission must be granted to enter the property - it is posted "No Trespassing." In addition, there is no hunting on the property and fishing is only with express permission. Use the "Contact Us" page to let us know of your interest.
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The Knights of Columbus have always been a big part of Camp Tekakwitha. From the very beginning they provided material support for the operation of the camp. As time went on and the Bishop decided to get out of summer camping the Knights picked up the ball and operated the camp. Taking full management responsibility, the Knights of Columbus State Council continued to serve Catholic youth for two years. For various reasons the camp was closed sometime around 1989.
In February of 2010 Bishop Robert Baker decided to begin the process of reopening the property as a location for Boy Scout camping and to provide the Kateri Circle a place to gather. The Kateri Circle is a group of Native American Catholics.
The camp is located in Southwest St. Claire County near Springville, Alabama. The property is not open to the public. Tours can be arranged but permission must be granted to enter the property - it is posted "No Trespassing." In addition, there is no hunting on the property and fishing is only with express permission. Use the "Contact Us" page to let us know of your interest.
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