Meet Your 2024 Camp Staff!

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Meet Sabrina DeRue!

Nickname: Bean

Position: Camp Director

Years Worked at Camp: I’ve worked at camp for 5+ years!

Were you a former camper? No

What are you most excited about when you think of camp this summer? I am most excited to welcome new and returning campers back to camp, to see the growth each camper has this summer, and to hear the sounds of happy, playing campers!

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? The impact that camp has had for myself is invaluable, and I can't put into words how much impact camp has had on our staff and our campers. I truly believe in the power and magic of camp, and I can't wait to help provide this for as many campers as possible this summer! 

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Meet Lisa Vaughn!

Position: Camp Registrar

Years Worked at Camp: I’ve worked at camp for 5+ years!

Were you a former camper? No

What are you most excited about when you think of camp this summer? All the fun the campers will have!

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? 4-H Camp Wabasso is a beautiful place with great staff, who really want your children to have a fun & safe outdoor experience that will give them great memories to last a lifetime!

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Meet Larry Tiller!

Position: Camp Facilities Coordinator

Years Worked at Camp: This is my fourth year!

Were you a former camper? No

What are you most excited about when you think of camp this summer? Talking with all the new and returning campers and hearing their stories throughout their stay. 

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? It’s a great place for campers to meet lifelong friends and develop skills in a beautiful outdoor setting.

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Meet Jaylin Sands! 

Nickname: Giggles 

Position: Assistant Director 

Years Worked at Camp: I’ve worked for camp for 5+ years! 

Were you a former camper? No 

What are you most excited about when you think of camp this summer? I am most excited to see the impact that camp makes on everyone! 

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? Camp is the most magical place in the world! It is full of so many new adventures that campers will never forget! 

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Meet Makayla Williams!

Position: Waterfront Director

Years Worked at Camp: This is my second year!

Were you a former camper? Yes! At 4-H Camp Wabasso

What are you most excited about when you think of camp this summer? Getting the chance to meet new staff, make new friends, and have new experiences!

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? Camp is such a wonderful experience any and every kid should have the chance to attend. Camp is full of fun activities that expand the knowledge of the outdoors and campers have fun while learning The opportunity to make new friends and memories awaits!

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Meet Avery Elliot!

Position at Camp: Senior Counselor/ Lifeguard

Years Working at Camp: This is my second year!

Were you a former camper? Yes – at 4-H Camp Wabasso!

What are you most excited about when you think about camp this summer? Lifeguarding and playing water games with the campers.

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? I loved camp so much as a camper that I came back as a counselor!

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Meet Lucy Thiessen-Rodriquez!

Position at Camp: Senior Counselor/ Lifeguard

Years Working at Camp: This is my first year!

Were you a former camper? Yes – at another youth camp!

What are you most excited about when you think about camp this summer? Celebrating the 4th of July, swimming, the outdoors, and meeting everyone!

What would you say to potential camp families that are reading this? Camp is a place where lifelong friends are made, and the experiences are invaluable! Campers will find themselves waiting for next summer.

Last updated March 18, 2024