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Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Rachel Abraham Hometown Evergreen Park Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Art Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 6 I’m good with kids What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I loved camp as a camper so I didn’t want to stop coming How I spent my summers as a child At camp or home at the park What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Veterinarian Name Kelsey Agather Hometown Minneapolis, MN Education Luther College Position at Kamaji Counselor, Waterskiing Number of summers at Kamaji 2 Lifeguard and CPR certified. I took a waterskiing class and I have been skiing for 12 years. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The kids, my love of waterskiing How I spent my summers as a child On the water and running around What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An astronaut Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Jordan Ashmore Hometown Hailsham, England Education Drama School Position at Kamaji Counselor, Drama Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Drama student at University What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To learn and to have fun How I spent my summers as a child Gymnastics camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An actress Name Tori Bannon Hometown Enniskillen, CO Fermanagh, Northern Ireland Education Queens University Belfast Position at Kamaji Counselor, Windsurfing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I’ve worked with children of all ages for 5 years. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Travelling the USA, working with kids, summer of fun and meeting new people. How I spent my summers as a child Playing outside, fishing, swimming, dress-up, exploring What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 As any typical 10 year old would, I wanted to be a princess. But in the real world a teacher was the best option. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Moriah Bennett Hometown Denver, CO Education High School Student Position at Kamaji Counselor, Archery Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 6 Level 1 US Olympic Coach, Colorado Archery State Champion What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji There’s no other place I’d rather be How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be Miley Cyrus Name Hannah Blane Hometown Sydney Education Graduated Position at Kamaji Counselor, Riding Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Love ponies What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Make friends, life experience How I spent my summers as a child Swimming, eating, sleeping What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A vet Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Kensie Blodgett Hometown McLean, VA Education University of Virginia Position at Kamaji Nurse Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Surviving nursing school What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Looking forward to fun in the wilds of North MN woods! How I spent my summers as a child Canoeing around Vermont What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 National Geographic Photographer Name Nic Bloodworth Hometown Hamilton, New Zealand Education Bachelor Sport and Leisure Studies Position at Kamaji Program Director Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 6 My degree and the many summers of working at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The people here are great and nothing beats the north woods. How I spent my summers as a child Camping with my family What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 FAMOUS! Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Kylie Bold Hometown Leawood, KS Education Eckerd College Position at Kamaji Counselor, Art Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 Visual Art and Marine Science double major What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Love camp! Couldn’t wait to be back. How I spent my summers as a child Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Marine Biologist Name Rosie Brodsky Hometown Deerfield, IL Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Archery Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 6 I love camp! What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Excited to work with kids of all ages/skill levels! How I spent my summers as a child Camp Kami (duh!) What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Astronaut Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Brittany Buboltz Hometown Eagle, WI Education Carroll University Position at Kamaji Nurse Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Studying nursing What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Working with kids/ and challenged with nursing skills earned. How I spent my summers as a child Playing outside, swimming, riding bike. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A teacher Name Laurie Bush Hometown Overland Park, KS Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Fishing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 4 Camp is fun What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I want to make camp fun for girls and experience staff life How I spent my summers as a child At church camp, Girlscout day camp, Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Fashion designer, Chemistry Teacher Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Brittany Chic Hometown Kansasville, WI Education Alverno College Position at Kamaji Counselor, Art Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Studying art education and art therapy in college What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Kamaji looks awesome How I spent my summers as a child Running through the woods What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Artist Name Katie Ciaglo Hometown Louisville, Colorado Education Carleton College Position at Kamaji Counselor, Sailing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 9 I’ve worked at camp for many summers and have been sailing here since I was 10 Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Because there’s no better place to spend a summer. How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Professional basketball player Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Ron Clark Hometown Dallas, TX Education Culinary School Position at Kamaji Assistant Cook Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I worked in a camp kitchen before What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Learning experience How I spent my summers as a child Camp Breezy Meadows and YMCA Camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be an actor Name Hollie Collyer Hometown Derbshire, UK Education Oxford Brookes Uni Position at Kamaji Counselor, Ropes/Climbing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Experience climbing What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The love for travel/the states/kids/climbing How I spent my summers as a child Going on holiday with my parents What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Police detective Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Margaret Combs Hometown Los Angeles, CA Education High School Student Position at Kamaji Counselor, Tennis Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 I’m patient, love to be silly and have a good time What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love spending time with kids and want to help them have as fun a time here as I did! How I spent my summers as a child At camp, at the beach, or reading What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A writer Name Brodie Crellin Hometown Edinburgh/Burrough on the hill Education University of Edinburgh Position at Kamaji Counselor, Riding Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 A lot of riding experience What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love the woods and horses and children How I spent my summers as a child Horse riding What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A scientist Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Emma Cusack Hometown Boston, MA Education University of Tampa Position at Kamaji Counselor, Archery Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 6 I love camp and everyone in it What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Couldn’t imagine spending summer anywhere else How I spent my summers as a child Camp Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Stay at home mom Name Sarah Darling Hometown England-Nottingham Education University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Photography Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Experience with kids, right qualities What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Work with kids, make friends, visit America, and being with kids How I spent my summers as a child Yearly holidays with family What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Famous singer Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Jon Denham Hometown Clarinda, IA Education Iowa State University Position at Kamaji Administrative Office Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Too long a list plus I’m studying Hospitality Management at school. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Reminds me of the fun I had How I spent my summers as a child Going to camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A space man! Name Ellen Dexter Hometown Tremont, IL Education High School Student Position at Kamaji Counselor, Drama Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 9 wonderful years My long love/history at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Kamaji is my home away from home How I spent my summers as a child HERE! What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Pretty sure I wanted to be a ballerina or gymnast, but now I’m gonna be a doctor. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Tori Dixon Hometown Sydney, Australia Education University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Swim Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Swim teacher What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To learn in a fun environment with others How I spent my summers as a child Christmas holidays What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Marine Biologist Name Tanner Duff Hometown Durango, Colorado Educat ion B/A Position at Kamaji Trip Leader Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I love the outdoors What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To be outside and camp How I spent my summers as a child Outside What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Cowboy Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Ilana Dutton Hometown Chicago Education University of Chicago Lab School Position at Kamaji Counselor, Swim Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I’m really fun What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I loved being a camper here so I wanted others to experience that How I spent my summers as a child At a variety of camps including Kamaji and swimming a lot What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A lawyer Name Becca Elliot Hometown South Shield (Engand) Education University of Sonderland Studying Science Position at Kamaji Riding Director Number of summers at Kamaji 5 I have been teaching riding for the last 10 years What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To spend the summer outside after teaching riding How I spent my summers as a child At the barn looking after my pony What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A vet Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Rachel EtsHokin Hometown Highlands Park, IL Education University of Arizona Position at Kamaji Counselor, Waterskiing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 8 Kamaji is a huge part of my life, I want to share it with others Reasons I want to work at Kamaji It is such a big part of my life and family and I love it here! How I spent my summers as a child Up at old Camp Kami What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be Kat Martin-Nelson Name Jess Fitzgerald Hometown Bourne Education Graduated Position at Kamaji Counselor, Sailing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I like the outdoors What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Make friends How I spent my summers as a child Swimming, cycling with friends What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 In the army Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Emma Fleisher Hometown High! land Park, IL Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Dance Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I love working with kids What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I am excited to facilitate an amazing summer for my campers How I spent my summers as a child Camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Doctor Name Carly Frisone Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Swim Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 6 Kamaji is my favorite place in the world! What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I want to give my campers the same amazing experience my counselors gave me! How I spent my summers as a child At camp (of course!) What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be a kindergarten teacher! Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Meg Fugler Hometown Sheffield, England Education Sheffield Hallam University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Fishing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Caring, fun, and love children What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Studying to be a geography teacher How I spent my summers as a child Play out and go on holiday! What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Teacher, doctor, nurse Name Umang Gangwar Hometown Trumball, CT Education 2 Position at Kamaji Trip Leader Number of summers at Kamaji UConn Worked here last year and I’ve been outdoors my entire life What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I had fun working here last year How I spent my summers as a child Being outside, traveling, and summer camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Astronaut Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Kathryn Gernstein Hometown Austin, TX Education High School Student Position at Kamaji Counselor, Windsurfing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 I bleed the Kami rainbow What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji There is no better way to spend a summer How I spent my summers as a child At camp or making mudpies What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An astronaut Name Louisa Goldman Hometown St. Louis, MO Education High School Student Position at Kamaji Counselor, Sailing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 I have been going here so long and love it!! What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Love camp and working with kids-love kam. How I spent my summers as a child Going to kami! What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Movie star Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Meredith Goodale Hometown Glencoe, IL Education Augustana College Position at Kamaji LT Director Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 12 I grew up and have worked at Kamaji for 12 years Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Because my office is in the woods and I get to go to camp as a 22 year old How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji, of course What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Professional eater Name Adrienne (AD) Gorney Hometown Minneapolis, MN Education McGill University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Canoeing/Kayaking Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 My years of canoe tripping What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Share my love of the north woods How I spent my summers as a child Canoeing in the BWCA What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A hot air balloon conductor Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Emily Green Hometown Kansas City Education High School Position at Kamaji LT, Tennis Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 9 I love camp and have been a camper and like hanging out with kids. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love Kamaji and all of the traditions How I spent my summers as a child Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A teacher Name Chaz Griffith-McCann Hometown Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Education Leedsmet Uni Position at Kamaji Counselor, Swim Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Lifeguard/Swim teacher What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Genuinely such a fun loving camp even before I arrived How I spent my summers as a child Camper and living in a desert What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Costume designer or one of the Vengaboys Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Kevin Habegger Hometown Reno, Nevada Education College Position at Kamaji Assistant Cook Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I am passionate about cooking What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji It looked like fun How I spent my summers as a child Causing chaos What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Batman Name Leann Haddock Hometown Shelbyville, IN Education Franklin College Position at Kamaji Counselor, Dance Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I am an elementary education major, I cheer, and I work at a cheer gym What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love children and being outside How I spent my summers as a child Riding my bike and swimming in my aunt’s pool What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A doctor or a ballerina Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Connor Halloran Hometown Hartland, WI Education Winona State University Position at Kamaji Trip Leader Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Experience What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji More experience How I spent my summers as a child At my cabin up north WI, outside What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Probably a pro athlete. Name Kelsey Harlow Hometown Miami, FL Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Photography Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 4 My love to camp and everyone that goes to camp Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Camp is my second home and there is nothing like Kamaji How I spent my summers as a child I spent my time with my family What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A doctor Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Ana Luisa Hernandez Hometown Xalapa, Veracruz, Mexico Education College Position at Kamaji Housekeeping Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Hard worker attitude and positive thoughts What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji It seems like an amazing place to meet new people How I spent my summers as a child Playing with my cousins and going to church retreats What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An amazing business woman Name Kayla Hinkley Hometown Hurricane, WV Education West Virginia Wesleyan College Position at Kamaji Counselor, Art Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I’ve worked as an RA as well as a cabin counselor for 4H camp What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Have fun and help kids have fun! How I spent my summers as a child 4H camp and softball practice What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Be the 1st woman President! Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Bri Humphries Hometown Thibodaux, LA Education Franklin College Position at Kamaji Administrative Office Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I have tons of experience working with kids and a variety of other people. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The fun and energetic culture of the community! How I spent my summers as a child Church camp and travel basketball leagues What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A lawyer Name Jessica Kubert Hometown Chicago Education High School Student Position at Kamaji LT, Waterskiing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I love camp What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I want to give other girls the same amazing experience I had here How I spent my summers as a child At camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An interior decorator Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Kathy Jay Hometown Currently St. Louis, MO Education MSW, plus mom, plus camp Position at Kamaji Former Owner/Director- Current Mentor Number of summers at Kamaji 35 Co-Owner/ Co-Director Camp Kamaji 1980-2013 What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Love it How I spent my summers as a child Cape Cod with family What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 NUN Name Mike Jay Hometown St.Louis, MO Education Master's of Leisure and Environmental Resources Administration (with a concentrations Camping Administration). Pretty impressive, huh? Position at Kamaji Former Owner/Director and Current Mentor Number of summers at Kamaji 35 What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji It is my 35th year (and counting) at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji It’s fun! How I spent my summers as a child Going to North Star Camp for Boys in Hayward, WI What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Camp Director- dreams do come true. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Nolan Labonne Hometown Anoka, MN Education University of MN Duluth Position at Kamaji Waterfront Director Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Plenty of experience on and near water, lifeguard What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I enjoyed my time at camp as a kid and wanted to help others have as much fun as I did How I spent my summers as a child I would spend as much time as possible outside, walking through the woods and swaps by my house and getting as dirty as possible. A knight. My friends and I use to pick up sticks and stuff and pretend they were swords and fight each other What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Name Becca Langsam Hometown St. Louis, MO Education University of Michigan Position at Kamaji Unit Director for Cabins 1 thru 3-1 Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 9 4 summers on Kamaji staff and a love and understanding of what it means to be at camp as a camper and counselor Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Because it truly is the best place in the world How I spent my summers as a child Counting down the days until I could go to Kamaji or at Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Triple Threat: actor singer dancer Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Jo Larsson Hometown Stromstad, Sweden Education College Position at Kamaji Trip Leader Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Experiences and education What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The activities for opportunity ti work with kids How I spent my summers as a child Outside, swimming, horseback riding, etc What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Veterinarian Name Beth Lawson Hometown Leeds, England Education Newcastle University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Riding Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I am fun loving and love children What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji We don’t have camp in the UK so I wanted to experience it and spend summer with children and horses How I spent my summers as a child Playing with friends and cousins What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Vet Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Socorro Lockett Hometown Macon, GA Education Fort Valley State University Position at Kamaji Administrative Office Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 1 I have worked at a summer camp before and I graduated with my business management degree. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I miss the camp life. How I spent my summers as a child At home with my family. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be a teacher. Name Miriam Lopez Cordero Hometown Puebla, Mexico Education College Position at Kamaji Kitchen Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 1 I am a responsible person and a hardworking person Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Kamaji is a wonderful camp and I have always wanted to be at camp like this How I spent my summers as a child I played soccer with my family and took walks with my parents What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be a nurse when I was a child Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Louise Maloney Hometown Brighton Education Portsmouth University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Canoeing/Kayaking Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I have experience working with kids teaching swim and holidays kayaking in France What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I enjoy being outside and working with kids How I spent my summers as a child In France or at the beach with friends and family What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 BBC new presenter Name Porsha Marshall Hometown Troy, NY Education College of St. Rose Position at Kamaji Assistant Cook Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I’m pretty awesome What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Feed all our young ladies growing into young women How I spent my summers as a child Out in the country in Virginia What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A gypsy Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Kat Martin-Nelson Hometown Milwaukee, WI originally and now Chicago, IL Education University of Wisconsin-Madison and camp Position at Kamaji Owner and Director of Kamaji Number of summers at Kamaji 17 10 years of working full-time with 7-15 year old girls at camp! What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The smiles and hugs How I spent my summers as a child At good ol’ Kami! What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I dreamt of being a lawyer. I get to use the same negotiation skills with my 13 year old campers. Name Meagan Mesirow Hometown Deerfield, IL Education University of Miami Position at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Unit Director for Cabins Hatchery, Cocoon, Tikinigan and Nutshell 9 Four years on staff helping campers learn to love camp as much as I do! Reasons I want to work at Kamaji It’s my second home, can’t imagine not working here! How I spent my summers as a child Here at Kamaji! What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Broadway star Number of summers at Kamaji Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Cynthia Meza Hometown Puebla, Mexico Education University of Architecture Position at Kamaji Kitchen Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 My dedication. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To know other culture. How I spent my summers as a child I played with my cousins and I took art lessons. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 To be a professional person. Name Maddie Miller Hometown Omaha, NE Education High School Position at Kamaji LT, Windsurfing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 7 previous years as a camper. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love camp and kids. How I spent my summers as a child I spent my summers at good old camp Kamaji. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A popstar. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Sophia Miller Hometown Omaha, Nebraska Education University of Kansas Position at Kamaji Counselor, Waterskiing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 11 Multiple summers as a Kamaji camper What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love camp and want kids to love it too. How I spent my summers as a child At camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Popstar Name Sam Moreno Campos Hometown Fortin de las Flovers, Veracruz, Mexico Education Mechatronics engineering Position at Kamaji Housekeeping Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 1 I do my work with a lot of responsibility; I always try to do my best. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Because it’s a huge opportunity to know people and make friends How I spent my summers as a child At home with my family, playing, watching movies, going to the beach. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I didn’t have any idea of what I wanted to be when I grew up at that age, the only thing that I knew was that I wanted to be happy. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Amy Moscowitz Hometown St. Louis Education University of Puget Sound Position at Kamaji Trip Leader Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 11 My sparkling personality. Wilderness First Aid , lifeguarding certifications and many years of camping and canoeing experience. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love being in the outdoors and spending time with kids. How I spent my summers as a child At camp. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A professional dog walker/ fire eater Name Malaina Myers Hometown Satellite Beach, FL Education 12th grade Position at Kamaji Counselor, Art Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I’ve got the good ol kami pep-n-go What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I enjoy spending time with old friends and meeting new one. How I spent my summers as a child I went to local summer camp. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An artist Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Jason Nelson Hometown Montague, MI Education Finance degree at Western Michigan University Position at Kamaji Kat’s Sidekick as Co-Director/Owner Number of summers at Kamaji 2 10 years in real estate management, operations, and finance in Chicago. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The kids! How I spent my summers as a child Sailing and water skiing on Lake Michigan What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Baseball player or cowboy Name Meg Neyens Hometown Wixom, MI Education Northern Michigan University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Ropes/Climbing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 2 My climbing experience. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I came back again for the people How I spent my summers as a child Outside causing a Nckus with my friends. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Ski racer Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Sofia Nicolella Hometown LA Education High school Position at Kamaji Counselor, Sailing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 5 I love kids and I was a camper What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love it here How I spent my summers as a child At camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A mom Name Nick Nyberg Hometown Bemidji, MN Education 3 years of college Position at Kamaji Maintenance Number of summers at Kamaji 3 Good with tools and will give 100% What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I like the outdoors How I spent my summers as a child Playing outside What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Firefighter Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Randy Nyberg Hometown Bemidji, MN Educatio n AAS Position at Kamaji Maintenance Number of summers at Kamaji 8 What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji My love for the outdoors and ability to fix things Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Have my office How I spent my summers as a child Riding my motorcycle What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A farmer Name Angie Parker Hometown Houston, TX Education High School Position at Kamaji Lt, Ropes/Climbing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 7 previous years as a camper and love of camp and campers. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love camp and spending time with the kids. How I spent my summers as a child With my friends and sister at camp Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to become a spy or secret agent. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Christina Parker Hometown Missouri City, TX Education High School Position at Kamaji LT, Waterskiing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 I’m a Kamaji Girl What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji There is nothing like camp Kamaji How I spent my summers as a child At camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Doctor Name Bec Phillips Hometown Langwarrin, Melboune Education Monash University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Fitness Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 2 Personal trainer, second summer, and CPR, First aid. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Work experience and the people. How I spent my summers as a child In my pool with friends, at the beach, movies, and sleepovers. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Singer, TV presenter Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Michael Phipps Hometown Oilobojo, IA Education ISU, BSU Position at Kamaji Trip Leader Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 5 Patience plus my many years of camping and canoeing. Plus Wilderness First Aid, CPR, AED and Lifeguarding certifications. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The kids How I spent my summers as a child On the lake What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Soldier Name Amy Rogin Hometown Highland Park, IL Education Highland Park Position at Kamaji LT, Canoeing/Kayaking Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 My number of years at camp. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To follow in my favorite counselors footsteps and make camp a second home for campers. How I spent my summers as a child At camp Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Astrophysicist Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Karen Sanchez Diaz Hometown Puebla, Mexico Education International Relations Major Position at Kamaji Kitchen Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I have good Organization skills and I like live new experience. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To grow as a person. How I spent my summers as a child Sometimes at home and sometime I was taking dance, pant courses. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Doctor Name Dina Schulman Hometown Bexley, Ohio Education High School Position at Kamaji LT, Sailing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 8 I rock and love camp and the kids! What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Camp is the best and everyone should have the best experience. How I spent my summers as a child Camp Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A baker/Mom or Beyonce/ Rosie Brodsky Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Molly Shapiro Hometown Ann Arbor, MI Education High school Position at Kamaji LT, Canoeing/Kayaking Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 6 I love camp and kids What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji No other place I would rather be How I spent my summers as a child At camps up north What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Writer Name Dajae Sledge Hometown Detroit, Michigan Education Culinary Major Position at Kamaji Assistant Cook Number of summers at Kamaji 1 My experience and Joy of working in the field of my expertise. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji The environment and people How I spent my summers as a child At home watching TV What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A Chef Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Marjena Sloan Hometown Grinnell, IA Education Life Position at Kamaji Head Cook Number of summers at Kamaji 34 38 years of cooking What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I’m a little Insane How I spent my summers as a child Running wild on a farm in Iowa What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Drive a big rig with my dad Name Sylvie Stolar Education Chicago, IL Position at Kamaji LT, Canoeing/Kayaking Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I grew up at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I want campers to have the same wonderful experience I had How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Cashier Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Sandra Supinski Hometown Erie, PA Education 4 years of Nursing school Position at Kamaji Nurse Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 1 Gotta sing when the spirit says sing plus nursing school. Wilderness First Aid, CPR and AED certifications. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love the outdoors How I spent my summers as a child Playing at the park with my twin What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A teacher Name Erica Trejo Hometown Chicago, IL Education Junior in College Position at Kamaji Sailing Director Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I love teaching the art of sailing What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I have never been to camp before, Like trying new things. How I spent my summers as a child Sailing, playing with my brother and sisters, family road trips. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A rockstar Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Emily Trenton Hometown Mission Hills, Kansas Education Syracuse University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Sailing Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 10 AED and CPR, Lifeguard, I love sailing What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Because I can’t imagine spending my summers anywhere else other than at camp Kamaji. How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji and swim team. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Fashion designer. Name Maddy Turain Hometown Cincinnati, OH Education Wittenberg University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Canoeing/Kayaking Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 7 I enjoy working with kids and love teaching them new things. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love camp! Camp is awesome, and I’m studying to be a teacher. How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A teacher, nurse, or firefighter. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Mariel VanLandingham Hometown St. Louis Education Princeton University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Drama Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 5 Experience as a counselor, love of theater What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I’m excited to teach and to create a safe and good environment for girls to be themselves How I spent my summers as a child At camp What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Zoologist or Vet Name Caty Varela Hometown Monterrey, Mexico Education Universidad de Monterrey Position at Kamaji Counselor, Dance Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 5 Experience with kids as ballet instructor. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I wanted to be a counselor since I was a camper, I enjoy spending my time with kids, it’s a really cool job. How I spent my summers as a child At camp Kamaji or on Vacation with my family. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Singer Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Laura Vazquez Hometown Mexico (Puebla, Puebla) Education Bachelor degree in Art Position at Kamaji Kitchen Assistant Number of summers at Kamaji 1 I am a responsible and respectful person. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love working with kids How I spent my summers as a child My dad use to take my brothers and me to swim in Veracruz beaches What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 An excellent teacher Name Libby Wales Hometown Leicester Education Sheffield Mallam University Position at Kamaji Counselor, Tennis Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 1 Fun What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji To experience America How I spent my summers as a child Playing outside. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Policewoman. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Taquera Walker Hometown St. Louis, MO Education College Graduate Position at Kamaji Counselor, Photography Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I’m the most fun person I have ever met. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Kamaji taught me to be myself and I want to pass that on to others. How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji and playing sports. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 I wanted to be a Doctor, and also a member of a girl’s pop group. Name Allison Weiss Hometown Santa Monica, California Education High school Position at Kamaji LT, Tennis Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 I grew up at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I wanted campers to have the magical experience How I spent my summers as a child At Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Doctor Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Hana Whizin Hometown Santa Cruz, CA Education SDSU Position at Kamaji Unit Director for Cabins 3-2 thru Pine Manor Number of summers at Kamaji 7 My degree, my love of children and my many summers at camp. What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Best employers, co-workers, and kids ever. How I spent my summers as a child Outside with friends and at Kamaji What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Physical therapist Name Sam Wolf Hometown Waukesha Education Graduate of University of Wisconsin at Madison Position at Kamaji Counselor, Art Instructor Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 1 I was a counselor for about 6 years and I have taught (informally) in college. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji I love kids and love my experiences at my own camp How I spent my summers as a child Playing outside, swimming, basketball, worked. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 A vet and an artist. Camp Kamaji Staff 2014 Name Myles Martin-Nelson Education Obedience School Drop-Out Position at Kamaji Resident Barking Expert Number of summers at Kamaji What makes me qualified to work at Kamaji 5 I was meant to be a Kamaji dog. I was born qualified. Reasons I want to work at Kamaji Mom says I have to be here anyways, so I might as well be an official employee. How I spent my summers as a child When I wasn’t busy barking away at Camp Kamaji, I could be found kickin’ it in Chicago. What did I want to be when I “grew up” when I was 10 Owner of Camp Kamaji so I could chase squirrels and hangout with Charlie every day. Essentially the things I already do.
