The Administration
Team
The Administration Team serves as the keepers of the camp’s present
operation and vision for the future. They serve as stewards of
maintaining camping excellence that has been prevalent since 1915.
John Carlson, Executive Director,
is a graduate from Central Michigan University and received his M.Ed.
from Wayne State University. John served as the Associate Executive for
five years and began his time as Executive Director in May of 2005. John
has over 12 years of experience directing YMCA camps.
Shelly Hilton, Associate Executive Director,
is a graduate of Central
Michigan University. Shelly’s passion for camp started early –
attending camp every year since she was a young girl. She began
her career at Copneconic in 2000 as a program instructor. Shelly
now oversees all programming at Camp.
Brandon Dreffs, Director of Group Retreats and Summer
Day Camps,
is a graduate from Central Michigan University. He
has worked at camp for 5 summers and full time for 2
years. He has most recently worked in our School
Programs and as a result of his great contributions has
been promoted to the Director of Group Retreats and
Summer Day Camps.
Ryan Hove, Director of School Programs and Summer
Resident Camps,
graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato in
2005 with a M.S. in Experiential Education. He grew up
all over the country but spent most if his youth
exploring the woods of Tennessee. Ryan joined the Camp
Copneconic team in April of 2007 from California.
Destiny Schulte, Business Manager,
literally grew up at a camp and we won’t let her leave
Camp Copneconic. She plays a key role in making the
registration and camper preparation process completely
user friendly.
Carol Mathias, Office Manager,
is the friendly voice you hear when you register for
camp. Between her famous brownies and her positive
attitude, we’re not letting her leave anytime soon!
The Mission-Based
Program Team
Our program instructors and summer counselors are the ‘heart & soul’ of
YMCA Camp Copneconic. Made up of caring and ‘kid oriented’ adventurers,
the camp staff come from all over the world to make a difference in the
life of a child. Through our partnership with Camp America and our
aggressive recruitment strategy in the U.S., Camp Copneconic selects
only the best possible staff for the children who attend our programs.
Hospitality
Operations Team
Our Hospitality Operations Team works to create a
comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere throughout the
housing facilities, grounds, and dining hall.
The ‘Crew’ as we call them – our Camp Copneconic
Maintenance staff is the glue that makes camp work. Led
by Dee Amey and Steve Cameron and supported by Chris
Clawson, the ‘Crew’ work extremely hard to ensure the
buildings and grounds are clean, comfortable, and
updated – earning an excellent reputation in the camping
industry.
Saving the best for last, Camp Copneconic’s food service
is the envy of camps in the Midwest. Managed by Karen
Gerrish and supported by an experienced staff; the Camp
Copneconic food service team is second to none. Kids and
adults alike confirm this #1 ranking.
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care and support as we work hard to ensure outstanding outdoor and
social experiences. 