Join Labor Day Weekend at Family Camp – Canoes, Cabins & Campfires 2026!
Meet our Summer 2026 Staff!
Hometown: Maynooth, Ireland
School: Trinity College Dublin
Campus Involvement: Hockey, Rugby, Musical Society
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being back in sunny Brevard with all my friends!
Fun Fact: I can’t whistle.
Hometown: Lincoln, United Kingdom
School: Lincoln School of Science and Technology
Campus Involvement: Climbing, Football, Mountain biking
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: New opportunities and leaving a positive impact!
What is your favorite campo food?: Cinnamon Rolls
Hometown: Columbia
School: Colegio Mayor del Cauca
Years on Staff: 3
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: Marlborough, United Kingdom
School: St. John’s
Campus Involvement: Tennis, Squash
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?: Skiing in Switzerland
Hometown: Richmond, Virginia
School: Collegiate School
Campus Involvement: Football, Model Congress
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Reconnecting with friends
What is your favorite camp food?: Burgers at cook out
Hometown: Durban, South Africa
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Leading the new fitness class.
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Pancakes and bacon
Hometown: St. Petersburg, Florida
School: Shorecrest Preparatory School
Campus Involvement: Football, Track & Field, Soccer
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Having fun and meeting the campers in my cabin
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest when I’m on the lake paddling with my friends
Hometown: Dripping Springs, TX
School: Trinity University
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to meeting new people and spending time at camp!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Wing day
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
School: Lovett
Campus Involvement: Track, Cross Country, Jazz Band
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to making new memories!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: BBQ sandwich or wing day
Hometown: Charleston, SC
School: Brevard College
Years on Staff: 3
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 with my dog, Penny!
Hometown: Washington, DC
Years on Staff: 14
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: Austin, TX
School: St. Andrews Episcopal School
Campus Involvement: As president of the hacky sack club I am heavily involved in the hacky sack culture at my school. I also love playing soccer and will be the Varsity Soccer Captain next season.
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being back at my favorite place in the world and sharing that with new and returning campers.
Fun Fact: I am cross dominant, that means that I write with my right hand, but I throw and swing with my left. This means that when I try something new I have no idea which hand to use.
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
School: Stanford University
Campus Involvement: Soccer, Robotics, MUN
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Spending time outside and relaxing before starting college
Fun Fact: I am a dual citizen of both the UK and the US.
Hometown: Popayán, Columbia
School: Corporación Universitaria Comfacauca
Campus Involvement: Social communication and journalism
Years on Staff: 4
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: Nashville
School: Franklin Road Academy
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Teaching paddling and spending time by the lake
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: The Beach, Kayaking, or at Highrocks
Hometown: Lincoln, UK
School: Newcastle University
Campus Involvement: Newcastle United Equestrian Club
Years on Staff: 5
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting back to the barn and encouraging campers to have fun with the horses.
Fun Fact: I love to cook, especially Italian food!
Hometown: Pisgah Forest, NC
School: NC State
Campus Involvement: Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity, Wolfpack Motorsports
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting to spend the summer on the water surrounded by great people.
Fun Fact: I was bit by a copperhead when I was 13 months old
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: North Carolina State University
Years on Staff: 8
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: Tampa, FL
School: UNC Chapel Hill
Campus Involvement: Debate, Business clubs, Philosophy club
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Going on hiking trips
Fun Fact: I am an Eagle Scout
Hometown: Tampa, FL
School: Furman University
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making more memories with everyone at camp!
Fun Fact: I learned Sign Language in high school.
Hometown: Rudgwick, England
School: The Weald
Campus Involvement: Volleyball
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: The great weather and exploring the local trails and areas
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Either hiking (I’m usually happiest once I’m at the top of any climb) or while cooking at home
Hometown: Tolmie, Australia
School: Williamstown High School
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m looking forward to experiencing the American summer camp dream at Camp High Rocks and enjoying the activities in the sun.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m happiest most when I’m surrounded by good people and usually on horse back.
Hometown: Anderson, SC
School: Clemson University
Campus Involvement: I am currently a third year doctoral student in Clemson’s Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management Department. My passion for camp inspired me to continue my education, and my dissertation will actually focus on residential summer camps!
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Helping to facilitate silly, fun, and memorable programs for both campers and fellow staff members as well as working with an incredible team!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Working at summer camp and playing card games with my family!
Hometown: Gainesville, FL
School: University of Florida
Campus Involvement: Beekeeping club, Rock climbing club, Salsa dancing club, Trip leading, Challenge Course
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being near the mountains!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: When I’m by any natural body of water!
Hometown: Bishopbriggs, Scotland
School: Turnbull High School
Campus Involvement: Football (Soccer), Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu ,Wrestling
Years on Staff: 2
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Burgers
Fun Fact: I am half French half Scottish!
Hometown: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Growing personal skills and making new friends
Fun Fact: I am an Eagle Scout
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Graduated from Brevard High School
Campus Involvement: Swim Team, IEA
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making new friends and working in the barn
Fun Fact: I grew up at Camp High Rocks!
Hometown: Richmond, VA
School: St. Christopher’s
Years on Staff: 2
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Cinnamon rolls
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Communicating and spending time with others.
Hometown: Alnwick, England
School: The Duchess’s Community High School
Campus Involvement: Rugby, Army Cadets, School Football Team
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making new friends and being at camp
Fun Fact: I have done a half iron man.
Hometown: Brookline, NH
School: Colorado State University
Campus Involvement: Phi Mu Sorority, Outdoors Club, Newspaper, Athletics Department at CSU, Football team at CSU
Years on Staff: 1
Fun Fact: A fun fact about me is I have been to 8 countries!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I love to travel and read books! I am my happiest when I get to meet new people and experience new cultures.
Hometown: Todd, NC
School: Ashe Early College
Campus Involvement: I am active in indoor and outdoor track. A member of beta club and phi theta kappa honors associations.
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting back on the water in my kayak.
What is your favorite Camp Food?: I love the burgers we have on Sundays.
Hometown: Asheville, NC
School: NC State University
Campus Involvement: Music Minor, orchestra and wind ensemble. I am also in Zeta Tau Alpha
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting to spend time with everyone and creating new memories at camp.
Fun Fact: I was an All American Marching band participant and went to France.
Hometown: York, SC
School: Brevard College
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Having fun while paddling!
Fun Fact: I’ve been to over 10 states and outside the country.
Hometown: Atlanta, GA
School: Tulane University
Campus Involvement: I volunteer at an elementary school weekly,
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting to see all of the people I know at High Rocks.
Fun Fact: I speak conversational Japanese.
Hometown: Greer, SC
School: Winthrop University
Campus Involvement: Pottery
Years on Staff: 4
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: Windsor, England
School: BCA College
Campus Involvement: Football
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting lots of new people at camp.
Fun Fact: I once played a football tournament at Barcelona’s stadium.
Hometown: Malton, England
School: Malton School
Campus Involvement: Football, Cricket, Rugby
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people in a new place!
Fun Fact: I Love watching films and series
Hometown: Birdham, England
School: Robert Gordon University
Years on Staff: 3
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: 3
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: UNC Chapel Hill
Campus Involvement: Rotex & Global Scholar
Years on Staff: 3
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Key Lime Bars
Fun Fact: I speak three languages and am learning a 4th!
Hometown: Big Sky, MT
School: Montana State University
Campus Involvement: I’m an active member of the Chi Omega sorority, currently serving as the assistant chair for career and personal development and a member of our community service cabinet. I am also serving as Panhellenic secretary and moving into the position of president next term. I am also a member of my school’s letters of love chapter.
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting to work with kids and horses, and meeting new people!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Skiing on a powder day with a good group of friends!
Hometown: American Samoa
School: Georgetown University
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I look forward to spending time outdoors and making memories!
Fun Fact: I am a published poet!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Reading a good book in a park or on a mountain!
Hometown: Greenville, SC
School: Sewanee University of the South
Campus Involvement: I am a sorority sister of Theta Pi, a hiker, and geocacher
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Making friends and spending more time in nature
Fun Fact: I love oil painting
Hometown: Rochester, NY
School: Rochester Institute of Technology
Years on Staff: 7
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: Mount Maunganui, New Zealand
Years on Staff: 4
School: The University of Waikato
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: THE COMMUNITY, including both meeting new people and reconnecting with others.
What is your favorite Camp Food?:Such a difficult decision, because it’s all so good! However, it’s hard to beat Wings.
Hometown: Virginia Beach, VA
School: Kenyon College
Campus Involvement: Music/Arts Venue
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Reacquainting myself with old friends and the beauty of Pisgah/WNC!
Fun Fact: I write songs on guitar and banjo
Hometown: I grew up in Greenville SC. Duluth MN is now home.
Years on Staff: 10
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!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Fav food at camp hands down is tomato pie!
Hometown: Greenville, SC
School: Clemson
Campus Involvement: American Society of Civil Engineers, Quiz Bowl, Clemson Skydiving Club
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Reconnecting with my friends and campers and getting my 5 year backpack!
Fun Fact: I can ride a unicycle!
Hometown: Cedar Mountain, NC
School: Western Carolina University
Campus Involvement: Film & Television
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people and capturing precious moments.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Filming, writing, or dancing
Hometown: Charleston, SC
School: Mississippi State University
Campus Involvement: Greek Life and Honors College
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?:
What is your favorite Camp Food?:
Fun Fact: Over my 7 years as a camper, I have participated in every activity!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: On the water or climbing a mountain
Hometown: Milnthorpe, England
School: Milnthorpe School
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people and enjoying the experience!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Burgers
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
School: Wake Forest
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Paddling and riflery
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Greek Day
Hometown: Greenville, SC
School: University of South Carolina
Campus Involvement: Beta Club, National Honors Society, Football (High School)
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Chill Night with my campers
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Babysitting or Playing Golf
Hometown: Nelson, New Zealand
School: Nayland College
Campus Involvement: Basketball, Tennis and Volleyball. Coaching sports teams and school leadership programs
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Reconnecting with staff and seeing the growth of returning campers
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Exploring new areas around the world with Vincent Purcell (A fellow High Rocks counselor)
Hometown: Hattiesburg, MS
School: Sewanee (graduated)
Campus Involvement: Proctor (RA), Art Forum
Years on Staff: 4
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: Durham, NC
School: Appalachian State University
Campus Involvement: ACES (Appalachian Community of Education Scholars)
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Furthering my knowledge and skills as an educator!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Observing and interacting with animals in nature
Hometown: Charlotte, NC
School: University of Tennessee
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m excited to continue to be able to teach kids new skills and to get my ten year paddle!
Fun Fact: I’ve been learning to juggle.
Hometown: Raleigh, NC
School: Ravenscroft School
Campus Involvement: Soccer (goalkeeper), Rock Climbing, and Ultimate Frisbee
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Seeing all the climbing staff and teaching all the young kids what I know and love about climbing.
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Wings
Hometown: Clarendon Hills, Illinois
School: Miami University
Campus Involvement: I am a member of Phi Gamma Nu business fraternity. I also work as a part of the Team Building department at the Outdoor Pursuit Center at the Miami University Rec Center.
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I am really excited to come back to camp, this time as a counselor. I can’t wait to get outside and give my campers the same great experience I got years ago.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I am at my happiest when I am exploring. I love going into nature with a hammock and some friends and seeing what we find. I also really enjoy playing games and telling stories.
Hometown: Winston-Salem, NC
School: UNC Chapel Hill, Belmont Law School
Years on Staff: Many since 2013!
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being back at the barn and tennis courts!
Fun Fact: I once spent a summer working at a cheetah rehabilitation center in South Africa.
Hometown: Leeds, England
School: The Grammar School at Leeds
Campus Involvement: Hockey, Cricket
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Barbeque
Hometown: Brevard, NC
School: Clemson University
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being outside every day and building lifelong friendships!
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Outside!
Hometown: Houston, TX
School: University of Arizona
Campus Involvement: Geology, hiking, and climbing clubs
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Really excited to be working the new mountaineering program!
Fun Fact: I’m an Eagle Scout with over two years of cumulative backcountry experience.
Hometown: Atlanta, Georgia
Years on Staff: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Taking campers on climbing trips!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Pasta salad
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 are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I’m at camp!
Hometown: Manchester, England
School: Walkden High School
Campus Involvement: Rugby
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Mountain Biking!!!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Mac and Cheese
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: 3
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Hanging out with the horses!
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: Eastleigh, UK
School: Thornden School (Hampshire UK)
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Discovering a new part of the USA, Making new friends, learning new skills and going on an adventure of a lifetime
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Travelling to different countries
Hometown: Cincinnati, OH
School: St. Xavier High School
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Getting back to camp and helping other kids have the same experience I did as a camper.
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: I am likely golfing.
Hometown: Marlborough, United Kingdom
School: St John’s Marlborough
Years on Staff: 2
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Banana Bread
Fun Fact: I went to Stephen Hawking’s Birthday party.
Hometown: Boulder, CO
Years on Staff: 4
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: I’m excited to come back and lead climbing!
Fun Fact: I started running in the last year and plan on doing a half marathon after camp.
Hometown: Fredericksburg, VA
School: University of Virginia
Campus Involvement: Biking, Pickleball, Game Development
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Mountain Biking
Fun Fact: I have four older sisters.
Hometown: Kendal, England
School: Dallam School
Campus Involvement: Football, Rugby, Mountain Biking, Hiking
Years on Staff: 1
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Meeting new people and having fun!
Fun Fact: I live in the Lake District with lots of mountains and lakes nearby!
Hometown: Romsey, Hampshire
School: Bournemouth University
Years on Staff: 2
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Campfires in the evenings
What are you doing (or where are you) when you are happiest?: Skiing in the French Alps
Hometown: Waialua, Hawaii
School: Waialua High & Intermediate
Years on Staff: 1
Campus Involvement: Team 359 Robotics, Waialua Swim Team, Japanese club (class)
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Being a CT and being able to go on a cabin overnight into the forest
Fun Fact: I compete in Trails/Hard Enduro Motor cycle races very often.
Hometown: Popayán, Columbia
School: Institución Universitaria Colegio Mayor del Cauca
Campus Involvement: Financial Management
Years on Staff: 7
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: Perth, Western Australia
School: Murdoch University
Campus Involvement: Interschool, State and National Equestrian Events
Years on Staff: 3
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: Brevard, NC
School: Graduated from Brevard College
Campus Involvement: Paddling Club
Years on Staff: 7
What are you looking forward to most about this summer?: Leading paddling trips in WNC!
What is your favorite Camp Food?: Cheeseburgers
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