Meet the 2021 Summer Staff Team Below...
…the AWESOME Men and Women who will make this summer a blast!
Katelyn Allen
Support Staff
From: I am from Georgia but I am a military kid so I don’t really have one ‘home’.
Current University: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking or swimming
Favorite scripture passage: 1 Peter 5:7
Inspirational Quote: “Think of the one thing that you’ve always wanted. Now find it in your mind’s eye and feel it in your heart.”- Beauty and the Beast
Sarah Bachmeier
Nurse Assistant
From: Austin, MN (SPAMTOWN, USA)
Current University: Nursing Major at the University of Mary, Bismarck, ND
Favorite outdoor activity: Walking and Hiking with my family…and camping…too many to chose!
Favorite scripture passage: Matthew 6:25-34
Inspirational Quote: “Wash the plate not because it’s dirty, nor becauseyou’re told to wash it, but because you love the person who will use it next.” – St. Mother Teresa
Anna Blanchard
Counselor
From: Flagstaff, AZ
Current University: Wyoming Catholic College
Favorite outdoor activity: Backpacking
Favorite scripture passage: “In the tender compassion of our God, the dawn form on high shall break upon us, to shine on those who dwell in darkness and the shadow of death, and to guide our feet into the way of peace.” ~Canticle of Zechariah, Luke 1:78
Inspirational Quote: “The world will never starve for want of wonders; but only for want of wonder” ~G.K. Chesterton
Jack Briggs
Counselor
Pat Briley
Musician
From: Salinas, CA
Current University/Job: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking
Favorite scripture passage: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. Acknowledge Him in all your works and He will direct your paths.”
Inspirational Quote: “The world offers you comfort. But you were not made for comfort. You were made for greatness.” – JPII
Michael Chojnacki
Counselor
Sarah Corsi
Videographer
Dominic Cushnie
Counselor
Faith Donatelli
Counselor
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking, Paddle-Boading, Volleyball, and Having Picnics with my friends
Favorite scripture passage: Deuteronomy 31:6
Inspirational Quote: “You just gotta keep livin’ man, L-I-V-I-N.” – Matthew McConaughey
Chase Dorsett
Photographer
From: Mobile, Alabama
Della Doyle
Counselor
From: Originally – Ashland, Oregon; Now – York Haven, Pennsylvania
Current University: Franciscan University of Steubenville graduate – Mathematical Science
Favorite outdoor activity: Running in the Rain!
Favorite scripture passage: “Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles: they will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not grow faint.” – Isaiah 40:30
Inspirational Quote: “I place trust in God, my Creator, in all tings; I love Him with all my heart.” – St. Joan of Arc
Rebecca Earl
Counselor
John Emrich
Counselor
Katie Furrer
Counselor
Tess Garvin
Counselor
From: Manhattan, KS
Current University/Job: Kansas State University
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking or Hammocking!
Favorite scripture passage: John 4:9-12
Inspirational Quote: “The most important thing in life is to learn how to give out love, and to let it come in.” – Mitch Albom, “Tuesdays with Morrie”
Haley Horning
Counselor
Brad Jasko
Counselor
From: Hudson, Ohio
Current University: Seminarian for the Diocese of Cleveland, OH
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking
Favorite scripture passage: Matt 6: 25-34
Inspirational Quote: “A saint is a sinner who keeps trying.” – St. Josemaria Escriva
Cameron Kofalt
Counselor
Audrey Koval
Handicrafts Instructor
From: Cincinnati, OH
Current University/Job: Franciscan University of Steubenville – recent grad
Favorite outdoor activity: Simply to be still and enjoy the peace and beauty of nature!
Favorite scripture passage: “This is the day which the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” – Psalm 118:24
Inspirational Quote: “”I understood that every flower created by Him is beautiful, that the brilliance of the rose and the whiteness of the lily do not lessen the perfume of the violet or the sweet simplicity of the daisy. I understood that if all the lowly flowers wished to be roses, nature would no longer be enamelled with lovely hues. And so it is in the world of souls, Our lord’s living garden.” ~ St. Therese of Lisieux
Paige Lampe
Counselor
From: Bellevue, IA
Current University: Loras College
Favorite Outdoor Activity: Boating
Favorite Scripture Passage: “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there I am in the midst of them” – Matthew 18:20
Inspirational Quote: “Nothing has ever been said about God that hasn’t already been said better by the wind and the pine trees.” – Thomas Merton
Spencer LeStrange
Support Staff
From: Tampa, FL
Current University: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite Outdoor Activity: Bike Riding
Favorite Scripture Passage: Matthew 19: 16-30
Inspirational Quote: “We are not the sum of our weaknesses and failures, we are the sum of the Father’s love for us and our real capacity to become the image of His Son Jesus.” – JPII
Sydney Lorentz
Counselor
From: Dover, OH
Current University: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: Running
Favorite scripture passage: romans 8:28
Inspirational Quote: “I am indefinitely loved and whatever happens to me, I am awaited by this love and so my life is good.” -St. Josephine Bakhita
Hanna Mangiovillano
Musician
From: Downingtown, PA
Current University: West Chester University (PA)
Favorite outdoor activity: Mountain Hikes and Kayaking
Favorite scripture passage: John 1:1-5
Inspirational Quote: “Beauty will save the world.”
Andrew Miller
Counselor
From: Wheat Ridge, CO
Current University: I currently live in Laramie, Wyoming and will begin a PhD in Geology in Fall 2021
Favorite outdoor activity: Backpacking
Favorite scripture passage: John 15:1-17
Inspirational Quote: “Live each day with purpose, Believe with all your soul, Love beyond words” – Unknown
Abigail Molnar
High Ropes Assistant
From: Morrison, Colorado
Current Job: Metropolitan State University of Denver
Favorite Outdoor Activity: Mountain Biking
Favorite Scripture Passage: Battle againt evil. – Ephesian 6:10-17
Inspirational Quote: “I am not afraid. I was born to do this.” – St. Joan of Arc”
Julia Molnar
High Ropes Assistant
From: Morrison, CO
Current University: Metropolitan State Universeity of Denver
Favorite outdoor activity: Mountain Biking
Favorite scripture passage: Matthew 8: 23-27
Inspirational Quote: “Do not fear what may happen tomorrow. The same loving Father that cares for you today will care for you tomorrow and every day. Either He will shield you from suffering or He will give you unfailing strength to bear it. Be at peace, then, and put aside all anxious thoughts and imaginings.” -St. Francis de Sales
Abby Murphy
Counselor
From: Freedom, WI
Current University: University of Wisconsin – Eau Claire
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking
Favorite scripture passage: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
Inspirational Quote: “We cannot all do great things, but we can do small things with great love.” – St. Teresa of Calcutta
Devin O'Sullivan
Counselor
From: Roanoke, West Virginia
Current University/Job: Concord University
Favorite outdoor activity: Pick only one??? I love playing basketball, backpacking, running any trails, and a whole lot more!
Favorite scripture passage: If I sin, what do I do to you, O watcher of mortals? Why have you made me your target? Why should I be a burden for you? (Job 7:20 NABRE)
Inspirational Quote: “Eat More Pizza!” -Devin O’Sullivan. Hopefully this inspires you to eat some pizza.
Derrick Poss
Counselor
From: Akron, Colorado
Current University/Job: Colorado School of Mines
Favorite outdoor activity: Backpacking in the Rockies
Favorite scripture passage: “For you were called to freedom, brethren; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity of the flesh, but through love be servants of one another.” – Galatians 5:13
Inspirational Quote: “Pray, Hope, and Don’t Worry” – St. Padre Pio
Dustin Poss
Counselor
From: Akron, CO
Current University: University of Colorado Boulder
Favorite Outdoor Activity: Fishing and Hiking
Favorite Scripture Passage: Luke 9:54
Inspirational Quote: “The higher we go, the better we shall hear the voice of Christ” – Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati
David Rabaey
Counselor
Mary Roach
Counselor
From: Colorado Springs, CO
Current University: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: Hiking
Favorite scripture passage: “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I come that they may have life and have it abundantly.” – John 10:10
Inspirational Quote: “Start by doing what’s necessary; then do what’s possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible” – Saint Francis of Assisi
Maria Romero
Counselor
From: Allentown, PA
Current University: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: Stargazing
Favorite scripture passage: “As for me and my house we shall serve the Lord.” – Joshua 24:15
Inspirational Quote: “Pray as though everything depended on God. Work as though everything depended on you.” – St. Thomas Aquinas
Bailey Samuelson
Counselor
From: Colorado
Current University/Job: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: I love to hike and take pictures of the beautiful Colorado wilderness!
Favorite scripture passage: “It is not I who lives but Christ who lives within me.” – Galatians 2:20
Inspirational Quote: “You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.” – C.S. Lewis
Kaley Somers
Support Staff
From: Northborough, Massachusetts
Current University/Job: Franciscan University of Steubenville
Favorite outdoor activity: Kayaking
Favorite scripture passage: Psalm 31
Inspirational Quote: “The future starts today not tomorrow” – JPII
Jack Staib
Counselor
Jack Tyrrell
Counselor
From: Staples, Minnesota
Current University/Job: University of St. Thomas, St. John Vianney College Seminary
Favorite outdoor activity: Trail running or hiking.
Favorite scripture passage: “Behold I make all things new.” – Rev 21:5
Inspirational Quote: “I consider the present sufferings to be as nothing compared to the glory that is to be revealed.” – Romans 8:18
Taylor Vanasse
Support Staff
From: Camarillo, CA
Current University/Job: Regis University
Favorite outdoor activity: Stargazing
Favorite scripture passage: “Yet, Lord, you are our father; we are the clay and you our potter: we are all the work of your hand.” – Isaiah 64:7
Inspirational Quote: “It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all.” – Laura Ingalls Wilder
Joe Muldoon
Support Staff
From: Cincinnati, Ohio
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