A group of students at duck camp is carrying the drum for beating of the drum.

Duck Camp… We Love It!

REGISTER FOR 2027 DUCK CAMP HERE

Please email duckcamp@tarleton.edu with any questions you may have!

A male student at Duck Camp holding a group sign that says 'The Keys'.

What Happens at Tarleton State Duck Camp?

  • Three-day, two-night experience for incoming freshmen
  • Meet fellow incoming class of Tarleton State Texans
  • Ease the transition from high school into college
  • Learn campus traditions and explore Tarleton State’s core values with upperclassmen mentors.
Watch the Duck Camp Packing Video
A duck camp group participating in a team-building activity together.

When is Duck Camp?

Duck Camp 1: June 2-4

Duck Camp 2: July 6-8

Duck Camp 3: August 3-5

Duck Camp 4: August 6-8

Duck Camp 5: August 9-11

These events are intended for first year students attending the Stephenville campus.

Duck Camp+: August 16-17

Duck Camp+ event is for all Transfer students admitted to any Tarleton State campus as well as Freshman students admitted to the Tarleton Fort Worth and Waco campuses.

Register for Duck Camp+
Duck Camp Liability Waiver

Questions?

Have questions about Duck Camp? Please contact duckcamp@tarleton.edu for further assistance!

Sneak Peek of What’s Waiting for You at Duck Camp!

A group of freshmen students cheering at Duck Camp.
A group of female students chanting the Tarleton State fight song at Duck Camp.
The winners of the Duck Camp yell contest beat the drum.
A group of students dances with the Purple Poo.
A male student competing in the waddle Olympics at Duck Camp.
Two female students in the d-hall at duck camp.

For Duck Camp registration inquiries, please email duckcamp@tarleton.edu or call 254-968-9789