Meet OUR SENIOR CAMP STAFF

Shane has been involved in camp for 30 years, as a camper first, then a counselor, camp pastor, evangelist, and now the director. He has brought numerous kids to camp over the years. Camp has a special place in his heart, his favorite place at camp is the bowl. He has brought many changes in his first year as director, he is bringing more this year and is excited to see what God will do at camp this year.

Liz has been involved with camp for over 30 years starting as a junior camper, then a counselor, director of games, and now camp director. Camp has played a major role in her life as well as her Christian walk. She loves what camp stands for and has sent her own two kids to camp. She can't wait to see what God has planned for this year.

Christian began counseling last year, he loved his first year counseling. He has a heart for God and for the campers to find God. He has been through many challenges in his life and is always willing to share his story. This year will be his first year as the head boys counselor and I am excited to see God use him. He also runs our Compass class and does a tremendous job brining the lessons about the compass into our walk with Christ. 

Hope began attending camp as a child. She has attended junior, intermediate, and senior camp.
Camp Suwannee runs deep in her family. Her father, aunts, and cousins have attended camp
throughout the years. While being a camper here at Camp Suwannee, she got saved and
learned the importance of getting Baptized. She has fond memories of her time as a camper.
We are lucky to have her come back as the head girls counselor. Her prayer is that campers will
fall in love with Jesus and grow in their relationship with him. She is excited about camp, the
fun, and getting to know the campers.

Gary has been involved with Camp Suwannee for over 30 years. He was the director for intermediate camp for 30 years, after he stepped down from camp we decided to bring him back as the boys class teacher. Last year was his first back after 7 years away, he did an amazing job teaching the boys class and can't wait to see God use him again this year. His heart is for God to move in the campers lives and to change their hearts forever. Camp has always had a special place in his heart. 

Melissa started counseling at camp about 6 years ago. She has a passion for the young ladies God has placed in her life. Her love for the youth is always evident in the way she talks to them, she has a way of seeking out that one young lady who just needs an ear to listen to them, and then she does just that. She is an encourager, she has brought her twins every year and loves camp. She teaches the girls class in the morning and does a wonderful job engaging the girls in teaching them what a woman of God is. 

Randy has played a huge part in camp, he has taught the CIT class for a number of years. He has taught bible classes, and been the Senior Camp director as well. He is now our Hiking instructor and he teaches our CIT elective. He is always around helping with games and whatever else we might need help with as well. He loves camp and his heart for the things of God is what stands out the most and he truly cares for the youth at camp.

Gloria joined our team last year, although she didn't know what to expect she jumped right in and bonded with her campers and fellow counselors. She fell in love with camp, she brought her son last year and just like his mom he loves camp. We are excited to have her returning this year. She loves camp and she brought her son who had a blast and can't wait for camp this summer.

Jason (aka the Legend) has been a part of camp for over 30 years as well. He started camp as a camper, counselor, and now he has a new position with us. We are so happy he is a part of our camp family, he is fun to be around and gets a long with everyone. He has always played an intricate part of camp doing things in the background most people do know about. He is now leading up the Rite of Passage for the boys and he loves it. 

Hannah has been coming to camp for about 8 years, she graduated last year and this will be her second year counseling at Senior Camp. She has a passion for camp and brings a real joy and excitement with her. She loves the outdoors and is competitive in everything she does. She has been a great addition to our family.

Ian has been going to camp since he was 12 years old, He started in intermediate, went to senior, became a counselor for intermediate. After years of not being able to come to camp he returned 2 years ago, he helps lead our sports elective. He has a great sense of humor, the kids love him. He is excited to be a part of camp again this year and we are happy to have him back. 

Mattie has been coming to camp since she was young, this is her fourth year as a counselor. She is energetic and smiles all of the time. Rumor has it she is one of the directors "favorite". She is a blast to be around, and she loves the campers and being apart of camp. We are excited to have her back and look forward to see how God will use her this summer.

Adam has been apart of camp since he was a kid, he went to camp as a camper. Then he became a CIT, and then a counselor. Adam has been gone from camp for a while and we are excited to have him back. He loves Camp Suwannee, he has a heart for camp and to see kids get saved. 

Emma has been coming to camp since she was young, she has an infectious smile and enjoys camp and what it means. She is an excellent baker and she adds so much to our staff. She loves the campers and pours into them every chance she gets. 

Gabe started coming to camp when he was about 14 years old. He loves camp and has been a big part of it. Gabe was a counselor 2 years ago and we are excited to have him return this year. Like all of our staff he is competitive, but loves to have a lot of fun as well. He has a heart to see God move in the kids lives. 

Abbie is not only one of our girls counselor but she is also our camp nurse. Abbie started camp as a camper, then a counselor, and she is our camp nurse as well. She loves being a counselor, she loves being with the kids and making an impact in their lives that will last a lifetime, we are excited that she has chosen to return and look forward to what God will do through her to impact these campers. 

Hunter has been at camp since he was born, he was a camper in Intermediate through Senior camp. His first year counseling was last year, he did a great job communicating with the campers. He loves Camp Suwannee and he loves the Lord. He is excited to be apart of camp for another year. 

Nellie started camp as a camper first, then a CIT, and now camp counselor for Senior Camp. Nellie brings a joy and determination this generation needs. Even when she was sick as a camper she completed the Rite of Passage. She is excited to be a counselor and she has been a great addition to our family. We are excited to have her returning and look forward to what the Lord will do through her this summer.

Corbin first time counseling was at winter retreat, he loved being apart of it. He had a chance to share his testimony and speak with many kids who went. He said "The Lord worked on my heart and a lot of the camper's hearts." We are excited to have be apart of our family this summer and look forward to what God will do through him.

Fawn was sent to us by a former counselor, she has been a counselor at other camps. She has a passion for Christ and to see people saved. She looks forward to being able to impact these kids for Christ. She has been a great addition to our family and we are excited to have her back again this year. She has a great sense of humor and loves being with the campers.

Corey has been coming to camp since he was 14 years old. He started in senior camp, became a counselor in intermediate, and senior camp, and is now the games director and counselor as well. He is soft spoken but has a great sense of humor, he has a passion for Christ and to see others saved. He is thrilled to be coming back and can't wait to see what God has in store for camp this year. 

Josh has been going to camp since he was a kid. He went to all three camps, starting in junior camp, intermediate, and then senior camp. Over the years it has been a true blessing to watch Josh come out of his shell and really engage with the campers. Last year Josh went on a mission trip and so he could not be apart of our staff, but we are excited to have him back working with us this year. He has a heart for the youth of today and I can't wait to see what God has in store for him this summer.