Camp Fire is a national program for boys and girls from kindergarten to high school. This coed youth organization is open without exception to all youth. The Camp Fire purpose is to encourage the development of the whole child for a satisfying life now and in the future. Learning by doing is key to the program. Through projects and activities aimed at daily life, Camp Fire aspires to educate the whole child: self-development, social development and skill development. Learning is through fun with others of their age, and when projects are completed the youth get visible signs of their accomplishments through pins, emblems, and wooden beads.

Camp Fire was established nationally in 1910, and a short time later, in 1915, North Texas had its first group. For the past 80 years, Camp Fire has been a tradition in North Texas, thanks to its many members and leaders. The program began as Camp Fire Girls initially, and in 1975 became coed. We began to identify ourselves as Camp Fire Boys and Girls so the public would know that all kids can be a part of Camp Fire. This coeducational philosophy is one of the things that makes Camp Fire programs unique today.