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Category: Camp Counselor of the Week

It’s all very well writing about how great it is to work as a summer camp counselor, but where’s the proof? Right here. Each week there will be a new interview with someone who has actually been there and done that (and is maybe still doing it); someone who will be able to give an idea of what life as a camp counselor is really like…

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Camp Counselor of the Week: Janine Munk

December 9, 2015

Have you read the last few counselor interviews from Bouke and George? Want to hear more about what being a camp counselor is really like? This week we hear from Janine, who worked in Adventure and loves to dress up as a bee! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? To Camp … More Camp Counselor of the Week: Janine Munk

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Camp Counselor of the Week: George Smith

December 2, 2015

Last week you heard from Bouke about his first summer at camp, and this week it’s George’s turn! George also just spent his first summer at camp, teaching swimming and loving every minute of it! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? Last summer was my first time working at camp, I … More Camp Counselor of the Week: George Smith

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Camp Counselor of the Week: Bouke Reitsma

November 25, 2015

It’s been a while since the last interview in the Camp Counselor of the Week series, but now that I’m back from camp and travelling, you’ll be seeing a lot more counselor interviews over the coming weeks. So read on, and hopefully these interviews will inspire you to spend a summer at camp too! Now … More Camp Counselor of the Week: Bouke Reitsma

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Shea Donovan

June 17, 2015

Okay, so I know we missed a week with this series, but did you read Charly’s interview 2 weeks ago? This week it’s time to hear from Shea, a long time camper and counselor. And if you’d like to get involved and answer some questions about your own summer camp experience, just get in touch, … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Shea Donovan

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Charly Avern

June 3, 2015

It’s time for another camp counselor interview! Last week you heard about Steven‘s first summer at camp, and now we hand over to Charly, who is about to start her third summer! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? This will be my third summer at Camp Sloane YMCA. 2. Why did … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Charly Avern

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Steven Reukers

May 27, 2015

Yup, it’s that time of the week again…time to hear from another counselor about what summer camp is really like! Last week we found out all about Matty’s time at camp and now it’s over to Steven! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? Last year I went for the first time … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Steven Reukers

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Matthew Smith

May 20, 2015

Last week we heard from Leah about her awesome time at summer camp and this week it’s over to Matty, who is heading back to camp for his second summer very soon! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? I went to Beber Camp, last year was my first and I’m heading … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Matthew Smith

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Camp Counselor Of The Week: Leah

May 13, 2015

Last week you heard all about Rob’s summers at camp, now it’s over to Leah who spent one glorious summer at camp in Vermont! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? I went to Camp Killooleet in Vermont for one summer 2. Why did you decide to work at summer camp? I … More Camp Counselor Of The Week: Leah

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Camp Counselor of the Week: Rob Jowett

May 6, 2015

Last week you got the chance to read all about Lizzie’s awesome experiences at summer camp, now it’s Rob’s turn to tell us about his 7 summers at camp! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? I went to Indian Head Camp, in Pennsylvania, for 7 years! 2. Why did you decide … More Camp Counselor of the Week: Rob Jowett

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Camp Counselor of the Week: Lizzie Spearing

April 29, 2015

Last week we heard all about Katie’s time at summer camp, and now we hand over to Lizzie, to find out what she really thought of her summer camp experience! 1. Where did you go to camp? How many years? I went to Easter Seals Camp Stand by Me in Washington State. It is a … More Camp Counselor of the Week: Lizzie Spearing

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