Camp Gray - A Catholic Summer Camp

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Jeff and Rebecca have a long history with Camp Gray.
(They even got married here at Camp!)
Their son, Andrew Dennis, has a long history with Camp Gray, too. He's lived his WHOLE life here!

Camp Co- Directors: Jeff and Rebecca Hoeben
Rebecca is originally from Black River Falls, Wisconsin. She received her degree in Psychology from UW-Stevens Point with a minor in Adventure Education and Camp Administration (how apropos!) Rebecca was a Camp Gray camper when she was still in high school - going on the very first Voyageur trip. Before becoming the Director, Rebecca worked here as a kitchen assistant, Settler/Trailblazer counselor, and Wilderness Programs counselor, and camp's year-round Program Director. She loves playing outside, backpacking, kayaking, canoeing - basically anything and everything under the sun. She even spent some time building a cabin in Denali National Park.

Jeff happens to be married to our co-director, Rebecca. He is a graduate of Xavier University with a degree in Organizational Communication. He enjoys kayaking, building wooden boats, working with fiberglass, backpacking, and cross country skiing. He worked at camp as a volunteer program specialist in 2003-2004 and once volunteered with the Missionaries of Charity in Katmandu, Nepal. Together Jeff and Rebecca co-direct the Camp Gray ship.

Rebecca's Unofficial Titles:
Head of Retreat Planning, Emeritus Professor of Backpacking, Snow Shoe Sommelier

Jeff's Unofficial Titles:
Man of Steel, Master of Croquet Ceremonies, Renaissance Man, Kayaking Guru

"Live simply, so that others may simply live." - Gandhi

"Time's fun when you're having flies." - Kermit the Frog

Assistant Director: Chris Topher Clyde Aderhold is from Edmond, Oklahoma. He has a Marketing degree from Oklahoma State University (Go Pokes!) He was a summer camp counselor, Explorer/Voyageur counselor, the Wilderness Programs Coordinator, and a volunteer Program Specialist at Camp Gray before taking on his current role. He enjoys reading, sipping coffee in the company of fine people, watching/playing sports, and rooting on his OSU Cowboys. He also has a great passion for traveling, and once drove with two friends to Alaska, which inspired the 2005 hit film "Alaska or Bust".

Unofficial Titles:
Kaiser of the Kamera, Emperor of the Eval, Shogun of the Statistic (89%), The Big Tuna

"Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier."
- Mother Teresa

Chris likes to show off his rope swinging skills!

Camp Gray Retreat Team Staff
Sara hangs out at the Camp Gray adventure course from time to time.

Program Director: Sara Knutson is from just down the road, Milwaukee, WI. She graduated from Xavier University in Cincinnati in 2006 with a degree in Theology and Finance. (Both of which will come in handy during her work here at Camp Gray.) She was a volunteer Program Specialist, and a summer staff member before taking on her current role. She enjoys running, doing new things, playing outside, and Gilmore Girl reruns. Sara has also developed a sometimes shocking habit of dying her hair when she needs a change (or to get back to normal.) Her current color, which is a favorite, is a nearly black hue.

Unofficial Titles:
Chief of Retreat Planning, Marathoning Magnate, Countess of Crossword Puzzle Completion, Gilmore Girl Aficionado

"Love never fails."
- 1 Corinthians 13:8

Property Manager: Tom Thill resides in Baraboo, WI, with his wife, Micky. He enjoys the outdoors, archery and woodworking. Officially "retired," we're sure blessed that he loves his profession enough to keep on keepin' on!

Unofficial Titles:
Primary Tractor Operator, Master Arborist, Wildlife Control Representative, Head Honeysuckle Hauler

Tom loves improving things around Camp,
especially if it means using the table saw.

"Thanks for calling Camp Gray, Tricia speaking,
How may I help you?"

Guest Services Manager: Tricia Sanborn performs many different duties at Camp Gray. She serves at the camp registrar, entering campers and groups into the database and managing the summer sessions and rental calendar. In addition to coordinating the details of each groups' stay, she is continually making little improvements to camp that make a big difference. She is also the organizer of many social events for the rest of staff. A vet-tech by training, she houses one pug, a labradoodle, a cat, and a cockatiel named Amen. Disney World is a favorite vacation spot, and with the exceptional customer service she gives, we can see why.

Unofficial Titles:
Social Chair, Application Archivist, Database Tamer, Pug Specialist, Calendar Technician

Technology and Maintenance Specialist: Mark Sanborn makes up the other half of two dynamic camp duos: one is being married to Tricia, and the other is taking care of many technical aspects of Camp Gray's operation such as phones and computer networking. He is a skilled mechanic and keeps the Camp Gray vehicle fleet up and running as well.

Unofficial Titles:
IT Dude, Master Trencher, Chief Internal Combustion Officer

A double thumbs up can mean only one thing:
It's Taco Tuesday!

Co-Head Cook: Patrick Brandon Andera (ann-dair-UH) joins us from Brookings, South Dakota where he attended South Dakota State University. He has been a long-time summer staff member here at camp (serving as a counselor, assistant cook, and operations assistant among other roles). Pat has been the Co-Head Cook around here since May, and we're excited to have him around for the entire upcoming school year. During his free time, Pat enjoys watching and/or playing sports (and being quite competitive at it) and listening to music. After this year of service to the Camp Gray kitchen, Pat plans on following his dream of one day working for a Major League Baseball team (preferably the Angles).

Unofficial Titles:
Bracket Buff, Taco Technician, Beard Specialist

"Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, others make it happen."
-Michael Jordan

Co-Head Cook: Theresa Wilks (or as she is sometimes known around here - Mo-T) comes to us all the way from Mechanicville, <insert mechanic noises here> New York. She graduated in May of 2007 from St. Thomas Aquinas College, after majoring in both Religious Studies and Philosophy. Mo-T enjoys playing guitar, reading, making people laugh, and competition. She also has a passion for ministry. In fact, her ministry is not just limited to this continent. . .she went on a mission trip to Africa and sponsors a 13 year old girl who she met there. (They played basketball together, which happens to be the quickest way to Mo-T's heart.)
Speaking of cross country skiing, Mo-T is currently training for the 2018 Winter Olympics. You can track her progress on her blog. Send us an email and we'll send you the link!

Unofficial Titles:
Ski Enthusiast, Tamarack Devotee

"Do not ask me to abandon you. Wherever you go, I will go; wherever you lodge, I will lodge; your people shall be my people and your God my God."
- Ruth 1:16

Member of the 2018 United States of America Winter
Olympic Gold Medal-Winning Cross Country Ski Team

To profiles on our volunteer staff members, click the link to go to the Volunteer Staff page>>

Fun Staff Facts:

	Favorite Flavor of Ice Cream:	Favorite Book:
Rebecca	Anything with double the chocolate	*The Princess Bride*
Jeff	Mint Chocolate Chip	*The Princess Bride*
Sara	Grasshopper Fudge	*A Separate Peace, Postsecret*
ChrisTopher	Java Mocha Chip	The Alchemist - Paulo Coehlo
Tricia	Chocolate Mint Fudge	*Charlotte's Web*
Pat	Peppermint	*Wild at Heart*
Mo-T	Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough	My Losing Season - Pat Conroy

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