Who we are
The Blue Herons are a member community supporting Benefit RC and the Richland Chambers Lake area. We foster awareness, connection, and involvement—bringing neighbors together to build a stronger lake community.
Looking for a great way to meet new people, have fun and help our community? Become a Blue Heron today!
Become A Blue Heron
Membership in The Blue Herons will be $25 per person and open to all lake area residents. This annual membership fee will include an inaugural T-Shirt, access to exclusive member only events and merchandise, access to a member only Facebook page and communication regarding lake area outreach and special events. Member contact information will not be shared outside the BenefitRC/Blue Herons group.
Blue Heron Member Only Activities and Events
🌶️🔥 GET READY FOR THE ULTIMATE CHILI COOK-OFF! 🔥🌶️ Think you make the best chili around? Now's your chance to prove it!
Join us for an afternoon of hot chili, friendly competition, great food and even better company! Whether you're a seasoned chili master or just love a good bowl of chili, everyone is welcome.
Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Location: Home of Bruce and Pam Bricco, The Wilderness, 259 Stonewall Drive, Streetman, TX 75859
Time: 2pm-6pm; Competitors must arrive by 1pm to set up.
🏆 Prizes & bragging rights!
🌶️ Chili tasting & judging
🍲 Delicious food & fun
🎉 Good times with friends, family & neighbors
Sign up to enter your favorite recipe, bring your appetite and competitive spirit!
🌶️ WHO WILL BE CROWNED CHILI CHAMPION? 🌶️
Come find out and stir up some fun! Get more information below!
Together, we fuel the fire of hope, growth, & unity within Richland Chambers Lake
Where it all began
Benefit RC—the Richland Chambers nonprofit dedicated to supporting the Richland Chambers Lake community—was founded by John and Julie Teel of RE/MAX Lakeside Dreams.
For the past 10 years, Benefit RC has raised funds to assist our local Volunteer Fire Departments, and the Fuel the Firefighters Poker Run alone has generated over $688,000 for our local VFDs.
Building on this tremendous community support and success, Benefit RC is launching The Blue Herons to further expand our outreach.
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