Meet our Summer 2024 Staff!
Hometown: Paonia, Colorado
School: NOLS
Campus Involvement: Mountain Biking
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making awesome memories with coworkers and campers
Fun Fact: I have lived in ten different states
Hometown: Durham, NC
School: Bates College
Campus Involvement: Club Tennis, Meditation Club, Sunshine Society
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Reconnecting with nature and the camp community
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Spending time in a positive community with people I care about
Hometown: Clacton-On-Sea, England
School: Sigma Sixth Form Tendring
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to making new lifelong friends
Fun Fact: I’m a scout leader back home. I run loads of activities and also have been on many camping trips with them.
Hometown: Columbia
School: Colegio Mayor del Cauca
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Having fun and learning a lot!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: When I am in the kitchen working with my colleagues and also when I am in the cabin with my friends talking!
Hometown: Glasgow, Scotland
School: University of St. Andrews
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m excited to meet campers and spend time outside in the warm weather.
Fun Fact: In February, I hitchhiked from Scotland to Copenhagen, Denmark as part of a charity race.
Hometown: Durban, South Africa
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Spending my days doing fun activities with the campers and creating life long memories
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Somewhere out in nature, either hiking in the mountains or being in the ocean
Hometown: Greenwood, MS
School: FSU
Campus Involvement: Outdoor Programs
Years on Staff: 4
What is your favorite Camp Food?: For the third year in a row my favorite food is Nate’s homemade ranch.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I am happiest amongst laughter where cell phone service is not available.
Hometown: Charleston, SC
School: Brevard College
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to meeting new people and being a helping hand around camp.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I enjoy going hiking or camping with my dog, Penny!
Hometown: Veracruz, Mexico
School: University of the Valley of Mexico
Campus Involvement: Beach volleyball, basketball , soccer, swimming
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Having a campfire and singing with everyone a bit
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Going on a run by the ocean
Hometown: Washington, DC
Years on Staff: 12
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Catching up with old friends
Fun Fact: I worked for Peace Corps and spent several months in Kazakhstan as a medical officer.
Hometown: Leeds, England
School: Huddersfield Community Trust
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I am very excited to see all the smiling faces and to get to be part of an unforgettable experience.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I was at my happiest when I had my first year on staff. It turns out that being in a new place and getting out of your comfort zone turns you into the best version of yourself.
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
School: University of Richmond
Campus Involvement: Greek Life, Outdoors Club
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Teaching riflery and seeing new/old friends
Fun Fact: As a camper, I set the mini corn dog record.
Hometown: Huntersville, NC
School: North Carolina State University
Campus Involvement: Guitar and violin practice
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m really looking forward to the stellar mountain biking in the Western NC mountains, as well as the opportunity to help create fun camp memories for everybody I can.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m definitely happiest when playing some of my favorite music with others, or when locked in on a really interesting read.
Hometown: Elma, NY
School: Daemen University
Campus Involvement: I am apart of the club volleyball and Ultimate Frisbee team, University Student Government, Orientation Ambassador, and American Physical Therapy Association
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I am looking forward to teaching campers how to sail and fish, while creating great friendships with everyone.
What is your favorite Camp Food?: My favorite camp food is the chicken sandwich and waffle fries.
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
School: Broughton High School
Campus Involvement: Yearbook, German Club
Years on Staff: 1
Fun Fact: I speak German.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest on top of a mountain
Hometown: Puebla
School: Universidad Popular Autónoma del Estado de Puebla
Campus Involvement: Horse campaigns
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’ve spent years mastering the art of communicating with horses, and I love sharing that knowledge with kids to help them build trust and confidence with these amazing animals.
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Biscuits
Hometown: Popayán, Columbia
School: Corporación Universitaria Comfacauca
Campus Involvement: Social communication and journalism
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Improving my English skills and making good friends!
Fun Fact: I’m left handed.
Hometown: Lincoln, UK
School: Newcastle University
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting back to camp, working with the awesome staff and spending time with campers down at the barn
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Walking with the dogs while listening to good music in the sunshine
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
School: Savannah College of Art and Design
Campus Involvement: Interactive Design Student. Participated in this year’s Global Game Jam, winning Best Use of Theme award.
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Excited to see some friends from all over the world again. Happy to be working in the barn again.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I really love to go camping, or being in the woods in general with a good group of friends is always a great time.
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: UNC Greensboro
Campus Involvement: Swim Club, Classics Society
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Spending some time in the lake and on the swim docks
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Key Lime Bars
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: North Carolina State
Years on Staff: 6
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Learning more skills and knowledge in the kitchen!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: The kitchen on biscuit mornings!
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Western Carolina University
Campus Involvement: Asian Student Association VP, Sports Management Club
Years on Staff: 4
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Tuesday Tacos
Fun Fact: My appendix ruptured!
Hometown: Washington, DC
School: Oberlin College
Campus Involvement: Climbing Club and Oberlin Theater
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to taking kids on canoeing and kayaking trips in beautiful North Carolina
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Kayaking on a river or climbing on some rocks
Hometown: Johannesburg, South Africa
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Seeing all the campers I taught last year!
What is your favorite camp food?: Wings!
Hometown: Anderson, SC
School: Clemson University
Campus Involvement: I am a graduate assistant in Clemson’s Youth Development Programs and am part of the newly formed PARTNERs lab in the Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management department. I will also be teaching dance classes to middle and high school students starting in the fall!
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting to know everyone and helping facilitate some stellar programs!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Working at summer camp and playing card games with my family!
Hometown: Greenville, SC
Years on Staff: 10!!! (Paddle Year!)
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being back on the water! There’s no better way to stay “cool” at camp than spending time on the lake or rivers around camp.
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Taco day forever!
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
School: Hampden-Sydney College
Campus Involvement: I am a student worker at the Hampden-Sydney Admissions Office, a member of the UPLS (a debate society founded in 1789), and an active member of the German Club, Bowling Club, Outsiders Club, and Strategy Board Gaming Club.
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being on the docks
What is your favorite Camp Food?: First thought: that’s a hard one. Second thought: homemade sausage biscuits. No question.
Hometown: Greer, SC
School: Winthrop University
Campus Involvement: Pottery
Years on Staff: 2
Fun Fact: When I’m not teaching pottery, I skate for Greenville Roller Derby.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest when I’m on my skates!
Hometown: Wexford, Ireland
School: South East Technological University Waterford
Campus Involvement: Horseback riding
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making lifelong memories and friends
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Out with my horse or travelling to different countries
Hometown: Gurnee, IL
School: Keene State College
Campus Involvement: Theatre and Dance Department Productions, Environmental Outing Club
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people, definitely!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Mac and Cheese!
Hometown: Apex, NC
School: UNC Charlotte
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to helping campers face their fears and accomplish their goals throughout their time at camp. I can’t wait to see the faces of these boys light up when they overcome their fear!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: When I’m my happiest, you’ll find me outside somewhere in the woods or doing an activity outside with friends!
Hometown: Bolton, England
School: Runshaw College
Campus Involvement: I studied Math, Biology and Sports Science; I was also on the school rugby team before I had an injury.
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Excitement and joy are contagious just like most emotions. My goal here is to give campers an experience filled with the best of emotions, that form great memories.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Hiking is a great way to get outside and enjoy nature.
Hometown: Birdham, England
School: Robert Gordon University
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to climbing trips with campers!
Fun Fact: I got the opportunity to test virtual reality in a school environment while abroad!
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Brevard High School
Campus Involvement: Yearbook and National Honors Society
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people and learning about the community and what it has to offer.
Fun Fact: I’m a pro at Tetris.
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Brunswick Community College
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making delicious meals for all the staff and campers
Fun Fact: I speak 3 languages and spent a year in high school as an exchange student in Japan!
Hometown: Morganton, NC
School: Appalachian State University
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Leading hiking trips!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Cinnamon Rolls
Hometown: Bristol, VA/TN
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Seeing all the kid’s having fun with smiles on their faces while positively progressing throughout the session in all of their activities
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Everything – Haven’t had a bad meal yet!
Hometown: Holly Springs, NC
School: Clemson PhD Bioengineering
Years on Staff: 5
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Greek chicken pitas
Fun Fact: My horse Rojo lives at High Rocks
Hometown: Rochester, NY
School: Rochester Institute of Technology
Years on Staff: 6
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Inspiring the love of fishing and the outdoors to our campers!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Teaching Fishing on Saturday mornings
Hometown: Cork, Ireland
School: UCC
Campus Involvement: Economics Society
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making new friends and developing new skills
Fun Fact: I have a keyring collection from each US state and Country that I’ve travelled to.
Hometown: Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: The PEOPLE! Both new and familiar faces.
Fun Fact: I visited 4 countries since camp last year!
Hometown: Waterford, Ireland
School: South East Technological University
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting the campers and counselors at camp and having the best time!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Walking on the beach with my husky Luna
Hometown: Duluth, MN
School: Furman University
Years on Staff: I’m celebrating 8 wonderful years at camp this year!
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I cannot wait to see all the returning campers and counselors! It takes me about a week to catch up on all the news!
Fun Fact: My husband and I have a Bernese mountain dog who makes regular visits as a therapy companion at our local elementary school.
Hometown: Greenville, SC
School: Wade Hampton High School
Campus Involvement: Quiz Bowl, Boy Scouts, Youth In Government, Student Council
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Expanding my experiences at camp by transitioning from a camper to a staff member
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Sharing my love of the outdoors with others
Hometown: Dunwoody, GA
School: Georgia Tech
Campus Involvement: In a fraternity
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being in the outdoors
Fun Fact: I am forklift certified
Hometown: Southhampton, UK
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Seeing my campers from last summer and meeting my new campers!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: It is all delicious!
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: College of Charleston
Years on Staff: 3
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Greek day!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Traveling and seeing new places!
Hometown: Stuart, FL
School: Martin Co. High School
Campus Involvement: Lacrosse, Boy Scouts/Eagle Scout, National Honor Society, FCA
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Catching big fish in the lake! July 4th Pound Cake & Fireworks! Paddleboarding! Don’s Campfire Stories!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Cinnamon Rolls!
Hometown: Wilmington, North Carolina
School: Cape Fear Academy
Campus Involvement: I play tennis and I work the spotlight for all the plays
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to making new bonds with my campers
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Pita Pizza
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
School: Elon University
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Kayaking on the lake with campers and other staff!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Mini Corndogs
Hometown: Greenville, SC
School: Loyola Marymount University
Campus Involvement: Finance Society, Economics Society, Phi Delta Theta Fraternity- Chair Brotherhood Committee, Co-Chair Social Committee, Member Treasury Committee
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting back to sailing around the High Rocks lake and playing touch the fence in tennis
Fun Fact: I have a brother coming to camp as well this year.
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
School: Sewanee (Just graduated)
Campus Involvement: Proctor (RA), Art Forum
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I can’t wait to be back in my favorite place with my favorite people!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Egg rolls & spicy sweet chili sauce!
Hometown: Orizaba, Mexico
School: UTEL University
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making new friends, having great experiences and learning about different cultures and activities
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest when I’m in the kitchen or with my friends.
Hometown: Jericho, Vermont
School: Marist College
Campus Involvement:
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Teaching kids to canoe!
Fun Fact: I like making bread
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Appalachian State University (Undergrad), University of Wyoming (Grad school)
Years on Staff: 6
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Riding bikes with all the campers!
Fun Fact: I am a published writer!
Hometown: Augsburg, Germany
School: Augsburg University
Campus Involvement: Drama Club, Student Council, High Rope Courses
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Showing the children how capable they are of great acts of bravery and kindness
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Being outside and high above the ground with friends
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Appalachian State University (Undergrad), University of Pittsburg (Grad school)
Campus Involvement:
Years on Staff: 4
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Grilled cheese and tomato soup
Fun Fact: I can recite the states and all of their capitals!
Hometown: Exeter, England
School: Cardiff Metropolitan University
Campus Involvement: Coaching at football academy, Student representative for futsal and football
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to a full circle moment that reminds me of the summer before.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I feel happiest when I feel free in my body. I feel free when I’m moving, such as fishing or skating.
Hometown: Moncks Corner, SC
School: University of South Carolina
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to meeting the other staff as well as the campers.
Fun Fact: I play three instruments.
Hometown: Kildare, Ireland
School: University College Dublin
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m excited about teaching kids how to climb!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest when I’m climbing or playing rugby with my home team.
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Warren Wilson College
Campus Involvement: Piglet care
Years on Staff: 3
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Grilled cheese and tomato soup
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Swimming at a waterfall!
Hometown: Griffin, Georgia
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Guiding outdoor rock climbing trips
Fun Fact: I’ve got a three legged dog/sidekick named Huckleberry.
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Appalachian State University
Campus Involvement: Phi Delta Theta (Fraternity), Fly Fishing Club
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: The grass growing!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Climbing or hiking
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
School: Graduated from College of the Atlantic
Campus Involvement: Hiking, music groups, board game groups
Years on Staff: 9
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Seeing all the new and old friends!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Chicken Sandwiches
Hometown: Manchester, England
School: Walkden High School
Campus Involvement: Rugby
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Cabin overnights
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Woody’s burgers!
Hometown: St Andrews, Scotland
School: University of Bath
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Coming to the United States for the first time
Fun Fact: I’ve just spent three months in Tanzania volunteering with a charity, turns out I can build a goat shed!
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Appalachian State University
Campus Involvement: I love to play soccer, ride horses, and do any kind of outdoor activities.
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people and getting to work in a camp setting!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I would be somewhere outside, whether that’s hiking in the forest, swimming in the river, or taking my dogs on a walk!
Hometown: Minneapolis, MN
School: Bethel University
Campus Involvement: Ceramics TA, Gym manager
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making friends and getting to know campers
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: At one of the 10,000 Minnesota lakes or in my art studio
Hometown: Popayán, Columbia
School: Autónoma del Cauca
Campus Involvement: Slackline, Volleyball, MMA
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting different people from all around the world, sharing moments, and building memories.
Fun Fact: I really like nature and all the mystery, science or consciousness that exists through the connection with it.
Hometown: Hendersonville, NC
School: Hendersonville High School
Campus Involvement: Tennis Team, Ski Club, Mountain Bike Club
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting campers and having fun!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Wing Night
Hometown: Richmond, VA
School: University of Tennessee Knoxville
Campus Involvement: Beta Theta Pi Fraternity, Sustainable Business Organization, Basketball, Soccer
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I actually used to be a camper when I was younger, so revisiting camp and seeing it for the first time in a few years is what I look forward to most.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Playing basketball, soccer, or hiking with friends
Hometown: Gainesville, FL
School: Florida State University
Campus Involvement: Outdoor trip leading and band
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making new friends and getting to work outdoors
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest when I’m on top of a rock face.
Hometown: Wellington, New Zealand
School: Victoria University of Wellington
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Experiencing new cultures and meeting new people
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Running, golfing, or even just being outdoors surrounded by good company
Hometown: New Orleans, LA
School: I work as a pediatrician for a clinic of Children’s Hospital New Orleans
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to meeeting the coolest campers on the planet, and of course waterslide night!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: My favorite camp foods are nachos and the fruit at breakfast.
Hometown: Popayán, Columbia
School: Institución Universitaria Colegio Mayor del Cauca
Campus Involvement: Financial Management
Years on Staff: 5
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Improving my English and meeting new people!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Grilled cheese and tomato soup
Hometown: Whitsett, North Carolina
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Enjoying seeing everyone psyched about climbing outside!
Fun Fact: I’ve hiked over 10,000 miles of long trails, including the Appalachian trail, Pacific Crest trail, Continental Divide trail, Mountains to Sea trail, Wind River High Route, and Benton Mckaye trail.
Hometown: Perth, Western Australia
School: Murdoch University
Campus Involvement: Interschool, State and National Equestrian Events
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people, watching campers smash goals and embracing the American culture!
Fun Fact: I completed my first open water ocean swim between Perth and Rottnest Island WA this year – 20km (around 12.5 miles)
Hometown: Hiawassee, GA
School: Young Harris College
Campus Involvement: YHC Kayak Club
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: The two day kayaking expedition!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest when I spend a day on the river.
Hometown: Tuxedo, NC
Years on Staff: 14
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m most looking forward to getting out on my favorite rivers with the camp crew again.
Fun Fact: I know 3 languages: English, German, and Polish.
Hometown: Chattanooga, TN
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Seeing old friends and making new ones!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest holding my camera and taking photos.
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I have 14 years of camp nursing in the North Carolina mountains so I love taking care of campers and making sure each one is healthy and happy so they can make the most of their summer camp experience.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I am originally from Lousiana and LOVE spicy food
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Sitting on a porch looking out at a beautiful sunset with my husband and my dog!
Hometown: Los Mochis, Mexico
School: Universidad Autonoma de Sinaloa
Campus Involvement: Communication Science
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting people and learning more English
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Spending time with family and friends!
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