2018 Summer Staff: Pine Lake Camp (round one)

Here are a handful of the incredible young adults serving at Pine Lake this summer. We can't wait for you to meet these superheroes in person! 

Caleb, Cabin Leader:
Hello everybody! My name is Caleb, and I’m a junior at Cornell College studying secondary education and English. I am looking forward to my second summer working at Pine Lake, especially for swimming in the lake, evening worships, and camp out! In my free time, I like to run, read, and play card games, and a Rubik’s Cube can usually be found somewhere in my backpack. Here’s to a great summer!

Jacob, Waterfront Coordinator:
Hi, I'm Jacob! I’m most excited to grow in my faith with all of my swimmers and paddlers this summer in God's light at Pine Lake Camp! My favorite bible verse is 2 Corinthians 5:17, “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!”. This shows that it’s never too late to turn to Christ, and you’re not a “lesser” person because of it, you’re a loved child of God no matter what.

Abby, Program Assistant:
Hi! My name is Abby! I am a junior at UW Platteville and I am studying Reclamation. My two favorite food groups are peanut butter and ice cream.This will be my third summer at Pine Lake, and I am most excited for singing camp songs and playing outside!

Briley, Cabin Leader:
Hi, I’m Briley! I’m so excited to return to camp for my 2nd year on staff! Camp means so much to me, especially since I’ve been coming since 3rd grade! My favorite camp song is Gonna Dance! (You’ll love it too!) Fun fact about me: yes, I do watch Christmas movies all year long. I'm really looking forward to camp, and and I am most excited for campfires at Sunset Sing!

Aaron (a.k.a Polar Bear), Kitchen Assistant
Hey, my name is Aaron! Or as many prefer to call me Polar Bear. This will be my second year on camp staff at Pine Lake. I'm excited for a new summer full of new experiences and new people. I am currently a Culinary student at Madison Area College and I work on a snow removal team and at a scrap yard when it's not snowing.

Mitchell, Cabin Leader:
Hi I'm Mitchell! I've been going to camp since 7th grade and I'm ready to become a cabin leader. I enjoy playing hockey in the winter and also playing lacrosse in the summer. Next year I plan on attending University of Wisconsin-Platteville as I pursue my dream of becoming a mechanical engineer.
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​Griffin, Ministry Specialist:
Hi, I’m Griffen. A little bit about myself is that I am actually from Texas and have never been to Wisconsin. Secondly, I feel called to become an ordained pastor for the ELCA. Lastly, my dream vacation would be going to Seattle, Washington. I’m looking forward to meeting everyone and for this new experience with Crossways!

Emily, Health Coordinator:
Hi I’m Emily! I am ecstatic to be returning to camp this year as the health coordinator! I am currently a sophomore nursing major at Luther College. Fun fact about myself: since the 2nd grade I’ve wanted to be a nurse! My favorite Bible verse is John 13:7, "'You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.” This verse excites me for what the summer holds and how it will impact my life in the years to come!

​Adrian, Program Assistant:
Hi, I'm Adrian. This will be my 6th summer working for Crossways, and I have now worked at all three sites! A bit about me: my favorite animal is a cat, my dream vacation is rock climbing in Yosemite, and my favorite camp song is Humble Thyself. I am excited to re-experience the magic of camp and all it does for everyone involved!

Rachel, Initiatives/Adventure Specialist:
Hi, I'm Rachel! I'm a junior at UW- Madison studying psychology. I'm so excited to be working at Pine Lake again this summer! This is my second summer on staff and I will be the Initiative/Adventure Specialist. Last summer I learned how to play guitar and I'm super excited to share God's music with everyone!

Rachel, Cabin Leader:
Hi, I'm Rachel! I am a Jesus-chasing, adventurous young woman who enjoys being in God's creation. A bit about myself: I like horses, hiking, biking, music, journaling and eating peanut butter. My favorite Bible verse is Psalm 34:5, "Those who look to him are radiant, their faces are never covered with shame," because Jesus washes away all my shame and disgrace and replaces it with the radiance of His glory and love.

Jenny, Cabin Leader:
Hi I'm Jenny! I went to camp as a camper twice in middle school and I worked at camp last summer and cannot wait to go back! My favorite camp song is Love Round! My favorite food is Alfredo pizza. I’m excited to go swimming and kayaking and to meet new people and have an amazing summer!

​Thabo, Cabin Leader:
Hi, I'm Thabo! This will be my first time at summer camp! I'm excited to meet new people and learn new skills! A bit about myself: I enjoy anything pasta, my dream vacation would be to Nice, France, and my favorite Bible passage is Numbers 6:24-26.