San Marcos, TX
Founded in 1851 and nestled in the Hill Country of Texas, San Marcos is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places in the state. Its roots tracing back to the Native American tribes who settled along the crystal-clear waters of the San Marcos River.
Expand Your Neighborhood In San Marcos
You can’t have this type of natural beauty without a few natural disasters. This area has been beat down with floods, storms, and other disasters. Our ministry partners are hard at work rebuilding the community by bringing help and hope. You can be part of that help and hope!
Your group will partner with a historic Texas congregation that has been a pillar in the community, dedicated to serving both its congregation and the greater San Marcos area. Through work projects and relationships with locals, your group will make an eternal impact deep in the heart of Texas.
Why We Love Serving Jesus In This Neighborhood
We love partnering with the local church in San Marcos that is actively serving their community! Our host church has a rich history of loving their neighbors in word and deed. Let’s support and expand the impact they have in San Marcos!
Invite Your Students To Grow And Serve
Discipleship
YOUR STUDENTS WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Bible Study Methods
- Emphasis on Prayer
- Evening Worship
- Intentional Staff
- Tools for Debriefing
WAYS YOUR STUDENTS WILL GROW:
- Passion for God’s Word
- Reliance on God
- Dependence on Community
- Real Life Application
- Spiritual Maturity
Leadership Development
YOUR STUDENTS WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Leadership Profile
- Team Building Games
- Leadership Assessment
- Leadership Principles
- Real Leadership Roles
WAYS YOUR STUDENTS WILL GROW:
- Leadership Wiring
- Spiritual Gifts
- Life Skills
- Leadership Principles
- Confidence
Trip Programs Offered in San Marcos, TX
Focus:
Bring on the challenge! This trip is completely student-led trip. From food to worksite to VBS, every aspect is planned and led by students. This trip will push students well out of their comfort zones, but prepare them for real ministry and real life.
Age Group: High School
Level of Challenge: ●●●●●
Other Sites:
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Focus:
Students learn to lead while embracing a community. LeaderTreks staff will plan every aspect, but gradually hand off leadership of the team house and worksite to students as the trip progresses. By the end of the trip, nearly every component will be student led. Students will also plan, prepare, and lead a 3 day VBS for local children.
Age Group: Junior High, High School, Combined
Level of Challenge: ●●●●○
Other Sites:
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Typical Daily Schedule:
2026 Dates And Pricing
| Date | Price/Person (Min of 15) | |
|---|---|---|
| May 31 – June 6 2026 | $595.00 | SOLD OUT |
| June 7 – June 13 2026 | $625.00 | SOLD OUT |
| June 14 – June 20 2026 | $625.00 | SOLD OUT |
| June 21 – June 27 2026 | $625.00 | Book Now |
| June 28 – July 4 2026 | $625.00 | Book Now |
| July 5 – July 11 2026 | $625.00 | SOLD OUT |
| July 12 – July 18 2026 | $625.00 | SOLD OUT |
| July 19 – July 25 2026 | $625.00 | SOLD OUT |
| July 26 – August 1 2026 | $595.00 | SOLD OUT |
Included in the cost of your trip:
- Pre-Trip Training Material
- Post-Trip Training Material
- Housing
- Work Project Supplies, Tools & Instruction
- Relational Outreach Opportunities
- Beach Adventure Day
- 16 Meals
- On-Trip Devotional Journals
- Highly-Certified Youth Ministry Staff
Bring 2 Adults Free
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