Meet Our Interns! 🌟🏕️
Our interns bring energy, creativity, and camp spirit behind the scenes, and we’re excited to introduce this incredible group! From color war enthusiasts to future camp leaders, this crew is full of big ideas, big laughs, and a deep love for camp.
Noah Byck
Camp Years: 15 total (8 as a camper, 7 on staff)
Camp Loves: Baseball, logrolling, and high-energy dodgeball
Why Interning: Learning more about the camp industry and connecting with camp professionals
Fun Fact: A laugh often compared to a hyena
Future Goal: Camp Director
Ethan Mizrahi
Camp Years: 19 summers as a camper and counselor
Camp Loves: Color War for the competition, team spirit, and camp-wide unity
Why Interning: Experiencing the broader camp world and building new connections
Fun Fact: Holds a pilot’s license and enjoys flying out for lunch
Future Goal: Creating meaningful camp experiences for others
Jess Chaney
Camp Years: 14 total (10 as a camper, 4 on staff)
Camp Loves: Archery and rock climbing
Why Interning: Returning after a positive intern experience and meaningful professional connections
Fun Fact: Planning a summer trip to visit eight National Parks
Future Goal: Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing and advocate for awareness
Maddie Hartog
Camp Years: 12 total (8 as a camper, 4 on staff)
Camp Loves: Gymnastics
Why Interning: Learning how the largest camping conference operates behind the scenes
Fun Fact: Enjoys long walks and crossword puzzles
Future Goal: Continuing work with children and supporting personal development
Audrey Frey
Camp Years: 14 total (10 as a camper, 3 as a counselor, 1 on a media team)
Camp Loves: Friendship bracelets
Why Interning: Exploring innovation and meeting new camp professionals
Fun Fact: Enjoys camping beyond the work environment
Future Goal: Photographer with many stories to tell
Hayley Kowkabany
Camp Years: 21 seasons
Camp Loves: Tie dye, arts and crafts, photography, and graphic design
Why Interning: Gaining insight into large-scale event planning and conference operations
Fun Fact: Plays cello and piano, sings, and enjoys Taylor Swift and Wicked
Future Goal: Camp Director or summer camp development professional
Katy Cannistraro
Camp Years: 8 total
Camp Loves: Community moments—campfires, flagpole, meals, talent shows, and performances
Why Interning: Learning from seasoned camp professionals and exploring behind-the-scenes camp work
Fun Fact: Recently taken up sewing
Future Goal: A life surrounded by loved ones and meaningful work
Beatrice Fleurant
Camp Years: 8–9 total
Camp Loves: Campfires and group singing
Why Interning: Building friendships within the camp industry
Fun Fact: Enjoys baking, beach days, and movie nights
Future Goal: World traveler
Fabi (Lead Intern)
Camp Years: 8 years
Camp Loves: Friday night huddles by the lake and fire
Why Interning: Supporting fellow interns, building connections, and promoting fun and safe camp experiences
Fun Fact: Training for a future marathon
Future Goal: Helping others, inspiring change, and finding joy in small moments