OUR STAFF

OUR STAFF

OUR STAFF

OUR Summer Staff

Our staff are what make camp so special! We hire college-age and older counselors dedicated to creating a great experience for the entire camp community.

We are currently revealing our 2023 staff weekly on our Instagram page – head to our page and follow us for updates (@campgranitelake)!

Learn more about our Year-Round Team here.

SUMMER LEADERSHIP STAFF

Hey friends! My name is Alex and I am from Knoxville Tennessee! I’m super excited to be spending my first summer in the mountains of Colorado at Camp Granite lake! I have a lot of hobbies I keep myself busy with at home. Such as hiking, reading, gardening, bowling, or just spending time outdoors with friends! I’ve worked the past three summers in the mountains of North Carolina in various roles! So I have lots of knowledge and experience to share with everyone! Can’t wait to head out west to see you all and have ourselves an amazing summer! 

Village Director

Alex L.

1st Summer

Barry became part of the Camp Granite Lake team in 2016 and is excited for his third summer as the Rainbow Trout Village Director. Barry currently resides in Colorado and enjoys reading, road trips, and spending quality time with his friends. He cannot wait for camp dance parties and is excited for another great summer at Camp Granite Lake!

Village Director

Barry K.

6th Summer

Hey, my name is Grace! I am studying Sociology with minors in Honors and Human Services and Addictions at Northern Kentucky University. I will be graduating in December of this year and applying for graduate school! I cannot adequately express my love for Camp Granite Lake or how excited I am for this summer. This will be my third summer at CGL, but first summer working as a Village Director. I can’t wait to meet new campers and staff, as well as see familiar faces I’ve had the pleasure of working with before. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, watching episodes of “It’s Alive” with Brad Leone, and finding new music to listen to. I’m looking forward to another amazing summer!

Village Director

Grace C.

3rd Summer

Hi! My name is Ian and I’m from Chicago, Illinois. I’m so excited to be spending my second summer in the mountains of Colorado at Camp Granite Lake! At home, I keep busy as a Special Education Teacher Assistant and am working to become a High School English Teacher. I spend extra time gardening, reading, and planning my next backpacking trip! I’ve worked the past four summers as a summer camp counselor and have a lot of tricks up my sleeve! Get ready for an awesome summer!

Assistant Program Director

Ian D.

2nd Summer

Joshua Grant is the bestselling author and comic creator of numerous books. He has survived a flash flood, encountered numerous bears, and sailed the ocean blue. Josh loves to read, write, play video games, and occasionally read up on the crazy science that’s happening in the world, but most of all he loves just getting people together to love, laugh, and grow alongside each other. Currently, Josh makes a living teaching and working with kids in various environments, with the occasional novel and comic always in the works. Josh has spent many summers working at Camp Granite Lake and is so looking forward to building some forts, canoeing, making skits, playing games, launching rockets, and having some laughs with campers and staff!

 

CIT Coordinator

Josh G.

9th Summer

What’s up y’all! My name is Sam and this is my third summer at CGL. I’m a senior graduating from the University of Wisconsin studying Marketing and Digital Media. In my free time as of late I’ve been learning guitar, discovering new music, reading, and watching movies. As someone that loves everything about camping and hiking- I am stoked to be the Male Backpacking Coordinator this summer! When I’m not taking kids on trips you can find me on the water or rock climbing wall here at camp. Camp Granite Lake is such an awesome place and I can’t wait to make some more memories with campers and staff!

Backpacking Coordinator

Sam S.

3rd Summer

Hi all! My name is Veronica and this is my first summer with Camp Granite Lake. I graduated from Williams College and have spent my post-college years working with young people as a middle school teacher, swim coach, and most recently, as a high school teacher in the Bahamas. This past summer I took a break from teaching to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail and I am super stoked to share my love of backpacking with the CGL community! When I am not backpacking or teaching, I love to cook, read, run, and bike. I am can’t wait to be back in the mountains and spend the summer at camp!

Backpacking Coordinator

Veronica W.

1st Summer

SUMMER CABIN & ACTIVITY STAFF

Hey!! My name is Abigail and I am so beyond excited to be joining for my first summer at CGL. I am currently a junior at Kennesaw State University where I am studying to become a future elementary school teacher. My goal is to someday teach 4th or 5th grade science. In my free time I love being outside either running, camping or hiking with my dogs, but I also love painting and crafts as well. I am so excited to meet everyone! 🙂

Cabin Counselor

Abigail B.

1st Summer

Hi everyone! My name is Adam and I’m a wildlife biology major at Ohio University. In my free time I love spending time outside going hiking, kayaking, or climbing. Also I have recently taken up scuba diving and disc golf. I’m super exited for my first summer at CGL and I can’t wait to meet everyone!

Cabin Counselor

Adam H.

1st Summer

Hiii people, My name is Aleck! This is my first summer at CGL and I am very excited to be part of this adventure!! I’m currently living in Monterrey and I am about to finish my studies in international Relations. I love nature and everything on it, being in touch with animals and I enjoy meeting new friends. You have got a friend in me and can always count on me. I’m sure this will be a unforgettable summer for all of us!

Cabin Counselor

Aleck H.

1st Summer

Hello! My name is Allie and I am from Buffalo, New York. I am currently studying early childhood education at the University at Buffalo to become an elementary teacher. In my free time I like to go on adventures with my friends, read, and meet new people. This summer I am beyond excited to be a counselor at Camp Granite Lake, I have never been to Colorado and can’t wait to explore a new state and make amazing memories!

Cabin Counselor

Allie B.

1st Summer

Hey, my name is Amira and this will be my first summer at Camp Granite Lake. I’m currently majoring in Biology at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities. In my free time I love being outside, going on hikes, climbing rocks, and going on adventures with my friends. I’m extremely excited for this summer and I can’t wait to meet everyone!

Cabin Counselor

Amira M.

1st Summer

Hi everyone, my name is Andy and I’m a preschool, elementary and junior high school English teacher in Mexico. I love animals, reading and the company of people with a good vibe. I’m excited to return to CGL and have new memories with all of you!

Cabin Counselor

Andy E.

2nd Summer

Hi my name is Aubrey and this will be my first summer at Camp Granite Lake. I go to Suny New Paltz where I study Communication Disorders. I hope to work as a speech pathologist with school aged kids. I am from Buffalo, New York and love the snow. I love being outside doing anything. I especially love rock climbing, mountain biking, hiking and backpacking. I also love a good book and some art and crafts. I am super excited to spend my summer at camp! 

Cabin Counselor

Aubrey R.

1st Summer

Hi! My name is Ben and I am currently a freshman at Wittenberg University in Ohio. In my free time I like to listen to music, read, and hang out with my friends whether that be hiking, listening to music, or watching movies. This will be my second summer at CGL and I am so excited to spend another summer up in the mountains!

Cabin Counselor

Ben W.

2nd Summer

What’s up everyone? My name is Blake and and I’m pumped for my second summer at CGL! I am a junior at the University of Minnesota studying Entrepreneurial Management and Marketing. Outside of school I am a supervisor/server/bartender at a restaurant in Chanhassen MN, where I’m originally from. In my free time I enjoy composing my own piano/guitar pieces, working out, hanging out with friends, hiking, and playing whatever sport is in season. I encourage any baseball/softball players to bring their glove so we can play a game of catch! You can often find me leading lake activities or jamming out in the music room at camp! I’m looking forward to reconnecting with the awesome staff and campers of CGL. Let’s make summer 23’ one to remember!

Cabin Counselor

Blake G.

2nd Summer

Hello! My name is Carley and this will be my first summer at Camp Granite Lake, I am looking forward to spending the summer outside in the beautiful Colorado scenery. I am from West Virginia and am currently studying Biology at Bethany College. In my free time I love to hike and visit National Parks. I have been to 11 National Parks and my favorite has been Glacier National Park in Montana. This summer I am most excited to possibly see a moose! 

Cabin Counselor

Carley S.

1st Summer

Hey y’all my name is Dalton and this is my 5th year at CGL! You can usually find me in the woodworking shop or on our disc golf course. I can’t wait to make new friends and see old ones this summer!

Cabin Counselor

Dalton E.

5th Summer

HI! my name is Dani and I’m so stoked to be back for my second summer at camp! I’m currently a sophomore Psychology major at San Diego State University in California and I’m planning on eventually becoming a Pediatric Clinical Psychologist. At camp, you’ll probably find me talking about Taylor Swift, crafting it up, or playing on the water. In my free time I love to read, journal, hike, thrift, go to concerts, and rock climb. I can’t wait to see old friends and make new ones too at camp this summer! 🙂

Cabin Counselor

Dani M.

2nd Summer

My names is Eduardo Villalba, but you can call me Eddie or Edward. I’m from Puebla, Mexico. Also, I’m a English teacher in an elementary school and kindergarten. During my free time I like to watch series, study French, walk with my dog and ride my bike. During my past two summers, I used to be a camp counselor in East Hampton, New York. This will be my first summer at CGL and I am excited to live a new experience and looking forward to meet everyone. 

Cabin Counselor

Eduardo V.

1st Summer

Hello! My name is Eliana, and I’m a pre-nursing major at the University of Missouri. I love everything about the outdoors and Colorado, so naturally, I can’t wait for my first summer at CGL! I spend my free time hiking with my dog, listening to all kinds of music, painting, hanging out with friends, and working. I’m currently learning guitar, and working on some campfire songs, so be ready! I’m so excited to meet you all.

Cabin Counselor

Eliana S.

1st Summer

Hey there! My name is Emma and I’m currently a preschool teacher and I’m taking a gap year to travel and explore the world! In my free time I love to read and write music and play my ukulele. I also love to get outside and spend as much time hiking and camping as possible. This is my second year at Camp Granite Lake and I’m super excited to spend my summer here!

Cabin Counselor

Emma S.

2nd Summer

Hi my name is Ereka! I’m very excited for my first summer at Camp Granite Lake. I have wanted to be a camp counselor for some time now and I can’t wait to meet the campers and other counselors! Fun facts about me: I love baking, dinosaurs, my dog and naming inanimate objects! Can’t wait to meet everyone this summer!

Cabin Counselor

Ereka F.

1st Summer

Hello everyone! My name is Erika and I am from the Atlanta area. I am currently a sophomore studying marketing at the University of Georgia. In my free time I love going on spontaneous adventures with my friends, attending concerts, and being outside. This summer is my first time as a counselor at Camp Granite Lake, so I am super excited to meet everyone and have an amazing summer!

Cabin Counselor

Erika T

1st Summer

Hey y’all name is Ethan, I am so excited to be returning to Camp Granite Lake this summer! I am currently in college studying Business/Finance. I spend my free time on the rink playing hockey, trading stocks and hanging out with friends, I love sports, investing and long dives in the mountains, can’t wait to make everlasting memories at camp this year!

Cabin Counselor

Ethan L

6th Summer

Hi!!! My name is Evie and I have lived in Colorado for the past 10 years. I am currently a high school senior at Rampart High School and I am excited to go to college to study environmental engineering!!! In my free time I like to read, sew, draw and especially like to hike while listening to music!!! This will be my first summer at Camp Granite Lake and I am super pumped to be here!!!! I cannot wait to meet all the amazing campers and have lots of fun!!!!

Cabin Counselor

Evie R.

1st Summer

I cannot be more excited about coming back to CGL, it’s a place where I’ve made so many memories and friendships. Looking forward to seeing again campers and staff to have a big dance party at the hex tent or the town center. There’s just one life, let’s dance!

Cabin Counselor

Gabriel V.

2nd Summer

Hey y’all my name is Hector and this is my 3rd year at Camp Granite Lake. I’m a senior at Our Lady of The Lake University where I run Cross Country and Track, and study Criminal Justice/ Law. Super excited to be back this summer!

Cabin Counselor

Hector P.

3rd Summer

Hey! My name is Jason and this will be my 3rd summer at Camp Granite Lake! I’m a senior at Purdue University and I spend my time playing music, reading, and writing. More than excited to come back to spend my summer with everyone at camp again!

Cabin Counselor

Jason L.

3rd Summer

Hey I’m Joe, a first-time camp counsellor from England. I’m currently studying Criminology at the University of Portsmouth and I’m excited to be heading to Colorado for his first-ever trip to the United States. In my spare time I love to play guitar, hike and sail when the weathers nice. I can’t wait to be there in summer time!

Cabin Counselor

Joseph K.

1st Summer

My name is Josie and I’m so excited for my first summer at CGL! I’m from Maryland and am studying Political Science and Human Services at York College of Pennsylvania. I love to writing, working out, and all things related to being outdoors in nature, especially with friends. This will be my first time in Colorado, so i’m stoked to see the Mountains and meet all of you awesome people!!  

Cabin Counselor

Josie O.

1st Summer

Hi I’m Kate! I grew up in Denver and Breckenridge but now spend most of my time in the mountains above Santa Barbara. Some of my hobbies include hiking, backpacking, surfing, and doing ceramics. I plan to pursue history and political science in college. I loved my time at Camp Granite Lake as a camper and I am so excited to be back as a counselor! 

Cabin Counselor

Kate L.

2nd Summer

Hey everyone! My name is Lily and I’m from Flagstaff, Arizona. I just graduated from University of Arizona with a major in Environmental Studies. I love traveling, planet Earth, animals, camping, and gazing up at the moon. I am so looking forward to meeting you all and having the best summer ever! See you soon.

Cabin Counselor

Lily F.

1st Summer

Hi everyone! My name is Lindsey but everybody at camp calls me Linds. I am currently studying Elementary education and will be finishing up within a year and plan to get my Masters right after in Child Psychology and Development. I am so excited to be spending yet another summer in the mountains of Colorado. I love to bake, cook, workout, and be outside as much as possible. I can’t wait to be back so soon and have an awesome summer with all of you!

 

Cabin Counselor

Lindsey S.

2nd Summer

Hi I am Liz Hutzel. I was born and raised in the cornfields of Indiana, so I’m SUPER excited to spend my summer at Camp Granite Lake!! I am a freshmen at Purdue University majoring in environmental engineering. I love hiking, camping, and getting to know people. I am very excited to meet all the staff and campers!!

Cabin Counselor

Liz H.

1st Summer

Hi, I’m Logan! To say I’m looking forward to my summer at CGL is an understatement. Whenever I am not working as a freight broker in Atlanta, Ga I’m outdoors going on hikes, rock climbing, reading, running, or looking for any excuse to be on the lake. I hope to share with everyone what I’ve learned and learn more from all of you.

Cabin Counselor

Logan E.

1st Summer

Hey! Im Marlix. I was born in Puebla, a city in Mexico and I’ve lived my whole life there with my parents and a younger sister. Nowadays I’m studying industrial engineering . I spend my free time doing activities like practicing folckloric dance and playing the piano.  I also love nature, taking care of animals, playing sports like basketball and reading. I like languages ant traveling. I’m looking forward for one of the best experiences doing what I love and being part of Camp Granite Lake.

 

Cabin Counselor

Marlix N.

4th Summer

Hey everyone! My name is Max and I’m from small town Iowa. This spring I’ll be graduating from Iowa State University with a degree in History and minor in Journalism. In my spare time, I love to read, run/hike, play guitar, and do anything that involves the outdoors. I’m super stoked to spend my first summer at CGL! But most importantly, I’m so excited to share my passions and build relationships with campers alongside my fellow counselors!

Cabin Counselor

Max H.

1st Summer

Hi, my name is Melanie, but you can call me Mel! I was a camper at CGL for 5 years and now I am back as a counselor and couldn’t be more excited. You’ll catch me strumming the ukulele, repelling down some rocks, or catching the wind in a sailboat. I am on the pre-law track as I study at Elon University, majoring in environmental science and public policy. Let’s make friendship bracelets and sing some camp songs together, see you this summer!

Cabin Counselor

Mel V.

6th Summer

Hey there! My name is Miguel and I´m studying Industrial Engineering. I love to stay in touch with the nature since I was a child. In my free time I enjoy practicing sports or doing new activities outside like camping, kayaking, hiking or climbing.I am so excited to meet everybody and create new memories, this will be my second year at Camp Granite Lake and I know that will be an awesome summer!!

 

Cabin Counselor

Miguel C.

2nd Summer

Hi! My name is Natalie and I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin studying Global Health and Psychology. I will be graduating this May and taking a gap year while I apply to PA school. I love to hike, read, and try new coffee shops. I am beyond excited for my first summer at CGL, and can’t wait to explore more of Colorado! 

 

Cabin Counselor

Natalie A.

1st Summer

My name is Nina and I am going to be a senior at Penn State. I study psychology with a focus on child and adolescent development. I worked at CGL in 2021 and I am so excited to come back and see many new and old faces. I’m looking forward to spending some quality time in the outdoors and being surrounded by awesome people and good vibes. See you soon!!!

 

Cabin Counselor

Nina D.

2nd Summer

Hi, my name is Rachel and this will be my first year at Camp Granite Lake. I’m from a very rural town in southern Minnesota and attend college not far from my hometown. Currently I’m in my 3rd year at Winona State University studying K-12 Art Education. Im excited to build relationships and connect with my campers and my fellow counselors this summer! 

 

Cabin Counselor

Rachel G.

1st Summer

Hello! My name is Senea and I am a Recreational Resource Management major at Utah State University. I love doing yoga, hammocking, hiking, traveling, and going on adventures with my friends and family. I also have a passion for sustainable fashion and have really gotten into sewing, crocheting, and thrifting. I am so excited for my first summer at Camp Granite Lake and am looking forward to meeting and hanging out with all of you! 

Cabin Counselor

Senea T.

1st Summer

Hey everyone my name is Seth and this is my 10th year as a part of Camp Granite Lake! Im am a senior at Northern Arizona University where I am studying Film. In my free time I love to travel and see new things. At camp you will usually find me by the lake doing anything from swimming, fishing, or sailing a boat. I can’t wait to be back and I am looking forward to seeing everyone at camp!

 

Cabin Counselor

Seth R.

10th Summer

Hi, my name is Shae! I was a camper at Camp Granite Lake for 9 years and I couldn’t be more excited to come back as a Counselor this year! I love writing music and jamming around the camp fire, and can’t wait to hear the music that you all create! I am thrilled to spend the summer in nature and I’m looking forward to meeting all of you!

 

Cabin Counselor

Shae V.

11th Summer

Hi I’m Solis, pronounced like “solace” (meaning to bring comfort in sorrow). My pronouns are they/it and I’m 22 years old. I’ve got a degree in philosophy and almost 5 years of experience working with kids. I like discussing the world and how it works and encouraging that same curiosity in kids. I also like rock and folk music, everything theater, fencing, and being a total nerd! Come find me if you want to play in improv game!

Cabin Counselor

Solis P.

1st Summer

Hey guys! My name is Theresa and I am from Houston, Texas. I go to university of Houston for public health and hope to get my masters in social work and counseling. I’m a teachers assistant and I love reading, crocheting, camping, and being with my friends and family! I have always wanted to be a camp counselor and I’m so happy I get to make my dreams come true!  This is my first summer at CGL and I am so excited to to meet everyone and have a great summer!

Cabin Counselor

Theresa C.

1st Summer

Hello! I’m Victor! I’m very excited to be on the CGL team this year! I just got my commercial pilot license in San Diego so I’m more than happy to be in Colorado to live the mountain experience. I love outdoor activities, animals and swimming! I can’t wait to meet you all at CGL! See you soon! 

Cabin Counselor

Victor R.

1st Summer

Hi everyone! My name is Watson and I am 20 years old. I just graduated with my Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Arizona State University, and will be starting my Master’s degree next fall in counseling. I hope to someday be a therapist for youth! I am originally from Idaho, but I love Colorado and am hoping to move here permanently. In my free time I love trail running, hiking, camping, reading, and being outside as much as possible. I am super psyched to meet everyone and to have a memorable summer!

 

Cabin Counselor

Watson C.

1st Summer

SUMMER SUPPORT STAFF

Hi!! I’m Arantza Daniela. I’m from Mexico and I study Engineering and Business Management. I am a very cheerful, sociable and positive person. I really like cooking, dancing and meeting new people. I’m so excited for this summer to start because I know it will be amazing!

Kitchen Staff

Arantza S.

1st Summer

My name is Emmanuel, I’m 21 years old and I from Puebla, Mexico. I currently study Actuarial Science. I love playing chess, basketball, work out and all kind of out door activities in my free time. I’m so excited to go camp at CGL and see the amazing views of Colorado!

Kitchen Staff

Emmanuel C.

1st Summer

Hi, I’m Gerry. I grew up in North Carolina near Charlotte and love music, traveling, trail running, and building things. I am going back to school this fall for Building Construction and Design and look forward to spending my summer at Camp Granite Lake helping anyway I can. 

Facility Assistant & Driver

Gerry D.

1st Summer

Hi, my name is Ivan. I am a very cheerful person and love new experiences. I’m from Morelos, Mexico, and I’m studying Industrial Engineering. It’s my first time at Camp Granite Lake and I am very excited to meet all of you and work as a team to have a great summer!

Kitchen Staff

Ivan G.

1st Summer

Hi I’m Jairus! This will be my second season at Camp Granite Lake, my first season was back in 2019. I’ve been a professional chef for over a 10 years now. Can’t wait to see the blue skies of camp and of course my favorite, the basketball court. If I’m not in the kitchen, I live on the court! See you soon.

Kitchen Manager

Jairus R.

2nd Summer

Jennah and Scott are a long-time camp family who will be spending summer 2023 helping us out at camp! Jennah will be supporting us in the office, and Scott will be one of our camp nurses.

Office Assistant and Nurse

Jennah and Scott L.

1st Summer

Hello, my name is Juan and I am from the city of Puebla, Mexico. I am currently studying Industrial Engineering. In my free time I like to play chess, read, listen to music, hang out with friends and do outdoor activities. I am very excited to meet everyone and contribute through the kitchen for spending an amazing summer with all of you.

Kitchen Staff

Juan H.

1st Summer

Hi my name is Lourdes, but you can call me Lulu 🙂 I’m majoring in chemical engineering. I’m super excited to spend the summer at CGL and meet all staff members and campers. I enjoy reading, painting with watercolors, I love hiking and spending time in nature doing outdoor activities. I can’t wait to experience awesome moments at CGL!

Kitchen Staff

Lourdes G.

1st Summer

Hi Everyone!!! My name is Noe and I’m studying Industrial Engineering. This is my first time at Granite Lake and I hope I can make this summer great for everyone. I like sports, reading and doing water activities like kayaking or swimming.

Kitchen Staff

Noe C.

1st Summer

Hello! My name is Piper and I’ll be one of the camp chefs this summer! I am a 22 year old art student/grad from Kalamazoo, Michigan. In my free time I love cooking, printmaking, painting, hiking, hammocking, and spending time with friends, family, and my cat, Kiki. This is my first summer at Camp Granite Lake, and will be my first time ever visiting Colorado. I look forward to soaking up the sun and making memories with my fellow camp employees and our campers! 

Chef

Piper S.

1st Summer

My name is Terry and I live in beautiful Woodland Park, Colorado. I have been a RN since 2012 and work in the Surgical and Wound Care Departments. I heard about CGL from my daughter, Dani, who had a great time as a counselor there last year! In my spare time I enjoy reading, crafting, gardening, hiking and basically anything that is outdoors. If you see me around camp with my two dogs, Luna and Loki, be sure to stop and say “Hi!” as they love attention!

Nurse

Terry M.

1st Summer

Hi! My name is Verónica, I’m studying International Business and this is my first time in Granite Lake. I like practice sports, dance, read and do outdoors activities. I’m very excited to have a great summer and meet everyone.

Kitchen Staff

Veronica M.

1st Summer