What started as a quiet escape outside San Antonio has become a cherished urban oasis with a legacy that continues to shape generations. B.B. McGimsey, former general manager of Pearl Brewing Company, and his wife Mary Etta, turned their 140-acre ranch into a sanctuary — not only for themselves, but ultimately for the youth of San Antonio. Despite being surrounded by bustling roads and commercial sprawl, the land was gifted to the Boy Scouts over 65 years ago and has remained an undeveloped refuge for outdoor learning and adventure.
From helping Pearl Brewing survive Prohibition to founding the Texas Brewers’ Institute, McGimsey’s impact on Texas industry was matched only by his quiet dedication to community. Though not connected to the Scouts personally, he believed deeply in their mission. That belief now lives on through the McGimsey Scout Park, where kids camp, explore, and grow — all in the middle of Castle Hills.
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