Hannah Rice, Executive Director
Camp Director at Circle at Camp Twin Lakes
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I didn’t grow up attending camp as a child, but I spent nearly all my summers as a free-range kid exploring the woods around my home in Western North Carolina. That deep connection to nature led me to find community at the outdoor education program at UNC Charlotte. There, I discovered the transformative power of experiences to build confidence and foster personal growth. This is why I have loved working in the Leaders in Training program at Circle, where campers grow through experiences that challenge them.
Once I discovered the magic that is Circle Camps in 2018, I knew I would be back every summer after. Circle changed who I am as a person, inspiring me to pursue being a therapist for children and teens following my first summer at camp. Since that first summer, I have enjoyed leading circle time at camp and participating in grief activities on the clinical team as well as helping lead the LIT 4 trip.
When I’m not at camp, I keep myself busy with creative pursuits, outdoor adventures, and spending time with my friends. You’ll often find me performing with my improv team, crafting, reading, seeing live shows, or soaking up time in nature. I live in Charlotte, NC with my husband and our two mountain-loving adventure Chihuahuas, Dougie and Maggie.
Camp Director at Circle at Camp Twin Lakes
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I didn’t grow up attending camp as a child, but I spent nearly all my summers as a free-range kid exploring the woods around my home in Western North Carolina. That deep connection to nature led me to find community at the outdoor education program at UNC Charlotte. There, I discovered the transformative power of experiences to build confidence and foster personal growth. This is why I have loved working in the Leaders in Training program at Circle, where campers grow through experiences that challenge them.
Once I discovered the magic that is Circle Camps in 2018, I knew I would be back every summer after. Circle changed who I am as a person, inspiring me to pursue being a therapist for children and teens following my first summer at camp. Since that first summer, I have enjoyed leading circle time at camp and participating in grief activities on the clinical team as well as helping lead the LIT 4 trip.
When I’m not at camp, I keep myself busy with creative pursuits, outdoor adventures, and spending time with my friends. You’ll often find me performing with my improv team, crafting, reading, seeing live shows, or soaking up time in nature. I live in Charlotte, NC with my husband and our two mountain-loving adventure Chihuahuas, Dougie and Maggie.
Sara MacDonald, Camp Director at EKC and Tapawingo
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Bridgton, my hometown, is a small Maine town nestled between mountains and lakes; lots of lakes. As a teenager, my first job was to lifeguard at a few of these beautiful lakes. Had you asked me at 15, I never would have guessed how much becoming a lifeguard would shape my life. Following my senior year of high school, a friend and I happened upon an advertisement for a week long camp searching for lifeguards, we called, we met Sandi Welch, and my life was never the same!
Every August since the summer of 2004, I have had the privilege of sliding on my name necklace and lifeguarding uniform, hiking down a hill or a mountain, and watching over the campers and counselors at Circle Camps. Formally the Waterfront Director for Circle Camps and now the Camp Director at CEKC, I spend my off-season helping with waterfront programming, planning for camp, and ensuring the safety of our campers. Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to be joined by different family members including my husband, who drives the tubing boat, and my mother who recently retired from lifeguarding.
When not at camp, I spend my time with my five and two year old children, be it swimming, hiking, or simply playing in our backyard. I love to knit I wouldn’t be caught without a book!
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Bridgton, my hometown, is a small Maine town nestled between mountains and lakes; lots of lakes. As a teenager, my first job was to lifeguard at a few of these beautiful lakes. Had you asked me at 15, I never would have guessed how much becoming a lifeguard would shape my life. Following my senior year of high school, a friend and I happened upon an advertisement for a week long camp searching for lifeguards, we called, we met Sandi Welch, and my life was never the same!
Every August since the summer of 2004, I have had the privilege of sliding on my name necklace and lifeguarding uniform, hiking down a hill or a mountain, and watching over the campers and counselors at Circle Camps. Formally the Waterfront Director for Circle Camps and now the Camp Director at CEKC, I spend my off-season helping with waterfront programming, planning for camp, and ensuring the safety of our campers. Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to be joined by different family members including my husband, who drives the tubing boat, and my mother who recently retired from lifeguarding.
When not at camp, I spend my time with my five and two year old children, be it swimming, hiking, or simply playing in our backyard. I love to knit I wouldn’t be caught without a book!
Ariel Goehring, Director of Camper and Family Services
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Even though I only attended a handful of summer camps as a child, I identify as a “camp person”. You know, the friendship-bracelet-wearing, willing to be goofy in front of a crowd type. The memories I have of camps growing up are fond, filled with both the silliness of activities and the growth of discussions. I always cherished my time at camp.
When I found out about Circle while attending graduate school at The University of Pittsburgh, I knew I had to get involved. When I was 16 years old, my father died from ALS. This experience completely changed the trajectory of my life. It pushed me to pursue a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. As a teenager walking through the death of a parent, I felt that the available grief resources weren’t resonating with my experience. The pairing of the multifaceted experience of camp with the feelings experienced in grief, was so natural to me. I couldn’t wait to get connected. Each summer I’m still as excited for camp, if not more so, as I was six summers ago.
When I’m not at camp, I can be found in your local thrift store, in deep conversation with a friend over a cappuccino or hiking or camping anywhere near the water.
I am honored to serve on the leadership team here at Circle Camps
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Even though I only attended a handful of summer camps as a child, I identify as a “camp person”. You know, the friendship-bracelet-wearing, willing to be goofy in front of a crowd type. The memories I have of camps growing up are fond, filled with both the silliness of activities and the growth of discussions. I always cherished my time at camp.
When I found out about Circle while attending graduate school at The University of Pittsburgh, I knew I had to get involved. When I was 16 years old, my father died from ALS. This experience completely changed the trajectory of my life. It pushed me to pursue a Bachelors in Psychology and a Masters in Social Work. As a teenager walking through the death of a parent, I felt that the available grief resources weren’t resonating with my experience. The pairing of the multifaceted experience of camp with the feelings experienced in grief, was so natural to me. I couldn’t wait to get connected. Each summer I’m still as excited for camp, if not more so, as I was six summers ago.
When I’m not at camp, I can be found in your local thrift store, in deep conversation with a friend over a cappuccino or hiking or camping anywhere near the water.
I am honored to serve on the leadership team here at Circle Camps
Maya Maron, Social Media Manager
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I will be attending my first Circle camp at Twin Lakes. I'm excited to meet everyone and highlight what Circle Camp means. Come find me at Twin Lakes this summer!
I'm going to be the camp photographer, bunk counselor, and now the official social media manager! If you're not following @circlecamps on Instagram, you're missing out on some great photos.
When I'm not at camp, you can find me at the University of South Carolina, studying Public Relations, or at a local coffee shop being a barista.
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I will be attending my first Circle camp at Twin Lakes. I'm excited to meet everyone and highlight what Circle Camp means. Come find me at Twin Lakes this summer!
I'm going to be the camp photographer, bunk counselor, and now the official social media manager! If you're not following @circlecamps on Instagram, you're missing out on some great photos.
When I'm not at camp, you can find me at the University of South Carolina, studying Public Relations, or at a local coffee shop being a barista.