Springfield, MO, October 12, 2026 — A reunion is being organized to bring together individuals who participated in or were involved with the Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) camp located at Braddock Lake or Hay Holler within the Mark Twain National Forest, Missouri, during the 1970s.

The initiative aims to reconnect former YCC members and staff who contributed to conservation efforts in the region. The camp was established on land that was previously part of the Braddock family farm.

During their involvement with the YCC, young participants engaged in various conservation work projects. A significant aspect of their tasks included trail building, contributing to the maintenance and development of the national forest’s recreational infrastructure.

Organizers are actively seeking to locate and invite former participants to attend the reunion. The event is planned as an opportunity for attendees to share their experiences and memories from their time at the camp. Attendees will also have the chance to view remnants of the former camp site and participate in the opening of a time capsule, intended to preserve items and information from the YCC’s operational period.

The reunion is scheduled to be held in Willow Springs, Missouri. Specific dates and further details for the reunion are expected to be announced by the organizing committee. Information regarding how former participants can register or obtain more details is being gathered and will be shared subsequently.


Story summarized from the original created by Billie Brightman on www.ky3.com, see more information here.

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