Camp Howe - A camp for all youth! Coed programs for youth 7 to 17 in Western Massachusetts

The Staff of 2010

Year Round Leadership

Terrie Campbell
Executive Director
Year at Camp Howe: 8th
Hometown: Westfield, MA, USA
Terrie graduated from the University of Wollongong, NSW, Australia and worked as a counselor of teens and families before coming to the states. Terrie is a lifelong camper and has spent the past 22 season working at camp. She has held the positions of Instructor, Inclusion Counselor, Program Specialist, CIT Director, Special Events Director, Outdoor Program Staff and Director in camps both in Australia and the US. She has worked for camps operated by the Australian Government, Girl Scouts, YMCA and 4H. Terrie is both a Visitor and an Instructor of Visitors for the American Camp Association and serves on the regional standards committee. She believes in the positive impact of the camp experience for all youth, especially in the inclusive environment of Camp Howe.

Heidi Gutekenst
Camp Director
Year at Camp Howe: 8th
Hometown: Springfield, MA, USA
Heidi is a graduate of Springfield College with a degree in Outdoor Leadership. She graduated with top honors and was awarded the Graduating Student Award. Currently she pursuing a masters degree in Non For Profit Management at American International College. She has attended (as a camper and staff member) camps for the past 23 summers. For the past 14 years she has worked at different camps including Girls Scouts, YMCA and 4-H. Heidi is a visitor with the American Camp Association. She is a child at heart and works tirelessly to ensure that Camp Howe campers have a safe and enjoyable growing experience.

Summer Staff

Airlie
New Camp Mascot
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Westfield, MA, USA
"Hi, my name is Airlie and I just moved from Tennessee to Massachusetts and looking forward to a fun filled life up here. You pronounce my name AIR - LEE (I was named after a beach in Australia). As a first time camper, I am a little nervous but everyone has told me that I am going to have a great time and meet lots of new people. I have met quite a few people already and they have all been amazing so I think I am going to love being at camp summer. I can't wait to meet all of you soon!"

Ann, RN
Health Care
Year at Camp Howe: 5th
Hometown: Amherst, MA, USA
"Check back soon to learn more about me."

Bekki
Head Cook
Year at Camp Howe: 5th
Hometown: Williamsburg, MA, USA
"My name is Bekki and I am the presenter of great meals to all of the campers and staff this summer. I love cooking and have experience preparing food for large groups both in camp and outside of camps. I have two wonderful children, one of which attends Camp Howe with me. I am actively involved in the community and give a lot of time raising money for charities and causes in our local area. Camp Howe has become a large part of my family and holds a special place in my heart."

Brian
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Cummington, MA, USA
"My name is Brian and I’m very excited to be joining the staff at Camp Howe this year! I’ve been a lifeguard for the past three summers in Cooperstown, NY, and I’m so excited to be working as camp counselor this year. For three years I volunteered on the waterfront at The Adaptive Sports Center in New York teaching “wounded warriors,” soldiers who returned from Iraq and Afghanistan without limbs, to kayak and waterski with adaptive equipment. I also taught children with Down Syndrome how to swim. I’m looking forward to a career in Human Services. I enjoy basketball, soccer, music, salsa dancing, and food. I can’t wait to meet all of the campers this season!"

Catt
Adventure Director
Years at Camp Howe: 4th
Hometown: Hartford, CT, USA
“Greetings and Salutations everyone! I am so very excited to be coming back to Camp Howe this summer! It will be my 23 summer spent at camp, 10 as a camper and 11 as staff. This will be my 4^th summer spending time at Camp Howe and I can’t wait!! I am already humming camp song all day long. I love to travel and go on great adventures when ever I can so Adventure Director seems a perfect fit. I have this year been able to check of my list of travel goals “visit all 48 Continental United States” so it is only Hawaii and Alaska left and I’ll have made it to all 50. I look forward to meeting everyone new, catching up with kindred spirits from the past, and being a part of your adventures this summer! See ya’ll soon!"

Cheikh
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 2nd
Hometown: Dakar, Senegal

"Hi everyone, Cheikh will be around again to warm you up with the lovely sun he will bring from Africa. Ready for new discoveries, you will be served. Some call me shake like shake'n'bake, the others checkyson. I enjoying making new friends and spending time with them, I do like being among people from different backgrounds, different cultures, in order to learn much more from them and about life as whole. I'm very open minded. So feel free to ask whatever you want to know about Senegal, my lovely country where anyone who plan to enjoy his or her vacation with nice, warm and welcoming people. As a former basketball player, I do have some energy to share with you guys in order to make this summer one of your memorable and tremendous experience you'll never forget. So get ready and don't be left behind because this summer will be awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;-)"

Christina
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Eastleigh, Hampshire, England
"Heya I am from England, my parents are Scottish I was born in the Channel Islands but grew up near Cambridge now I am currently living in Hampshire because of University, where I am in my final year of studying Psychology. I am working in a hospital as a carer and have done since I was 18 and I love it.I love to spend time with my friends and being social. I have recently joined a gym and am taking up some really cool classes like body combat whoo! I can't wait to go to camp this summer it is all Sammy T and I have been talking about. This summer is going to be sooooooo much fun!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"

Dave
Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 3rd
Hometown: South Windsor, CT, USA
"Everyone calls me by my full name Dave Marks. I am from South Windsor, Connecticut. I go to Lyndon State College in Northern Vermont for broadcasting. I love hockey, and I play goalie in the winter. I also love music very much, and have my own radio show at Lyndon. When summer comes around, there is nothing I love more than camp. I came to Camp Howe after 5 years at another in CT. After a summer at Camp Howe, I had no choice but to come back!! I just really love being with all the people from Camp Howe. Looking forward to sleep outs, campfires, and all-camp capture the flag of course!"

Daniel
Sports Specialist
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Brazil
"Hello everybody!!! My name is Daniel but you can call me Dan, or Dani or D or Brazilian guy or whatever you wish (just let me know so I can answer your call :) ). I am from Rio, Brazil. So... yes, I play soccer. :) And I like it. I also like others sports, music, dancing, cooking and eating. I like sun and I love summer!!! I lived in NY for a year before I came to North Dakota to study Physical Ed. and Physical Therapy (I've been in ND for another year too). Well, I am very excited to meet you all at Camp Howe!!!!!!!!!! Peace out and see you soon!"

Dianna
Kitchen Assistant
Years at Camp Howe: 2nd
Hometown: Neiva Huila , Columbia
"Hello everyone! My name is Diana and I'm from Colombia. I'm 20 years old and this will be my 2nd summer at Camp Howe as Kitchen assistant. Here in Colombia I study Foreign Languages and International Business and I will graduate in 2011. I love dancing and singing. I enjoy spending time with my friends and I can’t wait to see everybody from Camp Howe, staff and campers, and meet a lot of new people. I think camp is the best thing you can experience and I hope to repeat all the things that I made last year and more."

Emile
Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Wadsworth, London, UK
"Hi everyone, my name is Emile. This will be my first year at Camp Howe. I was born in Upstate New York and have lived on four continents including New Zealand and Indonesia, I currently live in London, England. I am in my last year of school and I'm planning on studying for a Bachelor of Engineering next year at Auckland University in New Zealand. I enjoy playing a lot of sports including Soccer, Badminton, Tennis, Squash and Skateboarding! I play the guitar and also enjoy making stencils in my free time. I cant wait for Camp Howe this summer, Its going to be so much fun meeting all the staff and campers!"

Erhan
Kitchen Assistant
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Antalya, Turkey
“Check back soon to learn more about me!"

Eric
Lifeguard
Years at Camp Howe: 4th (former CIT)
Hometown: Amherst, MA, USA
“Howdy guys! I'm Eric Breen, or just Eric for short. I'm gonna be a junior counselor and lifeguard this year! I'm an outdoorsy kind of dude and love chillin and playing in the sun. I can't wait to get back to camp, it's been waaay to long! see ya guys soon!"

Erin
Arts and Crafts Specialist
Years at Camp Howe: 3rd
Hometown: South Deerfield, MA, USA
“Hi there! My name is Erin. I am going to be spending the majority of my time this summer in arts and crafts, and I could not be more delighted! I am excited to spend the summer in a smock and beret, and to be covered in glitter and sequins 24/7! When I am not at Camp Howe, I am an elementary education major and substitute teacher. When I am not doing schoolwork or teaching I enjoy: listening to music, drawing, anything owl related, dancing, cruising on my moped, drinking tea, and thrifting. This summer I plan on doing a lot of projects that are good for the environment, fun, and unique. I look forward to seeing both old faces and new. Until then, adieu!"

Erin
Waterfront Assistant
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Canberra, ACT, Australia
"Hi, my name is Erin, and this will be my first year at Camp Howe and I am very excited to join the water front staff. I am 18 and live in Canberra, Australia and I have just finished school. I enjoy the summer, the beach, scuba diving, soccer, and being around friends. I love to travel and next year I will continue my studies to become a fitness trainer. I can’t wait to get to America to meet everyone."

Gabby
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 10th (former CIT)
Hometown: Belchertown, Ma, USA
"Hi Everyone! I'm Gabby. I am extremely excited about summer 2010! This will be my third summer as staff but my 10th summer at Camp Howe. I will be an ECHO counselor this summer and I am looking forward to the ECHO programs 40th birthday. I am currently a student at Umass Amherst, Majoring in Psychology, with a minor in education and women's studies. I would have to say that my favorite activity at camp is the Sunday night campfire/ skit night. I love being outdoors and usually find some way to be there. I snowboard, I play volleyball, I run and swim. I love music, dancing, and sushi. I am looking forward to a great summer with lots of new and old faces."

Jennifer
Program Director
Year at Camp Howe: 2nd
Hometown: Danvers, MA, USA
"Hello! My name is Jennifer and I am from Danvers, MA. I go to school at UMass Amherst where I am about to graduate in hospitality management major with a concentration in event planning. I love coloring, scrapbooking, finger-painting, and pretty much anything else that involves art, fun, and being messy. I also love the water so I am learning to scuba dive this semester. I smile a lot, sing in the shower, and dance to the songs in my head. I am really excited to bond with my campers and fellow staff members."

Jenny
Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Long Beach, CA, USA
"Hello! I’m Jenny. I have always lived in Long Beach, CA until I moved up to northern california for my first year of college last fall. I just finished a wonderful freshmen year at the University of California, Berkeley, where I am studying Atmospheric Science. I have always been fascinated with all things weather related so I decided it would be a great idea to pursue a career in it. I love to be outdoors, especially swimming, and going on hikes. I have been going to camp in California for the last 6 summers and look forward to bring my enthusiasm to an entirely new experience at Camp Howe this summer as a general counselor!"

Jens
Waterfront Assistant
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Åarhus, Højbjerg, Denmark
"Hi, I’m Jens. I’m from Aarhus the second largest city in Denmark. I finished high school 2 years ago.
Swimming is my favorite activity. I have been swimming a lot for a long time, and I hold several Danish championships. I have stopped competition now, but use my swimming being a surf lifeguard, and I have also been head coach in my club. For the past two years I have worked with children in my daily job as a temp teacher. This gave me the idea to become a camp counselor. I hope this experience will give me some new friendships, learning American culture as well as sharing my culture and experience. In my future, I see myself as a cook or might even a chef."

Jessica
Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Johnston, RI, USA
"Hi! I'm Jessica. I currently live in Johnston, Rhode Island but I'll soon be moving to Sunderland, Mass. When camp starts, I'll be a graduate of Ithaca College in Ithaca, New York with a degree in Sport Studies, and I also have an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education. I'm planning to go to grad school for Adapted Physical Education or something related and my ultimate goal is to work with a special needs ice hockey team. I currently volunteer to walk and play with dogs at the SPCA in Ithaca and I love it. The funny thing is when I was younger I was afraid of dogs! I'm excited for the summer and my first year at Camp Howe!!"

Karen, RN
Health Care Supervisor
Year at Camp Howe: 11th
Hometown: Springfield, MA, USA
"Check back soon to learn more about me"

Kerri
Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Londonderry, NH, USA

"Hi! I am Kerri from Londonderry, NH. I am a graduate student at the University of New Hampshire in the social work program. I have been lifeguarding & teaching swim lessons in the summer ever since I can remember, but I have NEVER been to summer camp! I can't wait to spend the summer outside with everyone =)"

Kristie
Farm Specialist
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Pheonixville, PA, USA
"Hi! my name is Kristie McLaughlin, I'm from Phoenixville, PA. I'm currently a student at Hampshire College studying environmental science and music. I'm really looking forward to being a co-manager at the farm this summer, getting to know everybody and all the animals. I love playing and listening to music, getting lost in a good book, and being outside and running around, especially in the summer. This is my first summer at camp Howe and I'm really looking forward to getting to know everyone!"

Kyle
Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Rumford, RI, USA
"Hey everyone! I'm Kyle and I'll be turning 20 June 19. Family is probably the most important thing in my life. I am grateful to have two wicked awesome crazy sisters, and an 11 year old monster puppy who is too afraid to chase a cat. I have been playing bass since the 8th grade, and I plan on getting a BA in music after I finish getting my associates in business next semester. My real passion is fencing (the sport) and being a fencing coach is my career path. I enjoy doing many things, and I am very open minded. I am extremely excited to be joining Camp Howe and I will be bringing a ton of energy with me! "

Masiel
Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Lynn, MA, USA
"Hey Everyone! My name is Masiel and I am originally from the Dominican Republic but I grew up in Massachusetts. I am a Junior at Umass Amherst and my Major is Sociology with a concentration in Social work and a minor in Psychology. Singing & Dancing are my passions. I enjoy traveling to different countries and last summer I studied abroad in Europe! I speak fluent Spanish and English. I love to meet new people and I'm looking forward to meeting everyone this summer! :)"

Matthew
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Stockport, UK
"Check back soon to learn more about me"

Meg
Nurse
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Amherst, MA, USA
"My last trip to camp was in the summer of 1975 – I was a Girl Scout, and summer camp was the best part of my year! I’ve camped quite a bit since (mostly in Maine), but this is my first trip back to summer camp, and I can’t wait. I’m a nurse and a mom and a teacher and a student and have other jobs besides, including helping care for my four cats and one dog. I’m looking forward to meeting all the great campers and staff at Camp Howe!"

Mike
Program Director
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: East Weymouth, MA, USA
"Hey I'm Mike. I graduated from Springfield College with a Bachelors degree in English. I'm coming to Camp Howe after 9 years at a camp in eastern Mass. After camp I will be working as a hockey journalist. I was a media intern for the Springfield Falcons of the American Hockey League. I've also had the privilege to travel to some cool places with USA Hockey. I don't eat meat, enjoy the blues, love the Simpsons, and I have never seen the Northern Lights. Yup, that just about sums it up. I look forward to what will surely be a great experience with many memories to be had."

Moon
Pixie Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 2nd
Hometown: Kettering, OH USA
"Check back soon to learn more about me"

Morgan
Camp Mascot
Years at Camp Howe: 6th
Hometown: Westfield, MA, USA
"What can I say? I live for summer. All through the winter I dream about getting back to Goshen and spending my summer swimming and playing with campers. I am a certified therapy dog which basically means that I can be well behaved around campers when I have to be. I love getting treats and know lots of really cool tricks that I will do to get them. This summer my new little sister will be coming to camp (It can be tough being a big sister sometimes)... but I am the original camp dog :) Can't wait to see you, especially at the waterfront"

Nathan
Maintainance
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Wilmington, Delaware, USA
"Check back soon to learn more about me"

Rose
CIT Director
Year at Camp Howe: 6th (Former CIT)
Hometown: Mineral, VA, USA
"Hi everyone. My name is Rose & I'm so excited to be returning to Camp Howe this summer! I'm from Virginia but I'm going to school in Indiana, PA (hometown of Jimmy Stewart & the Christmas tree capitol of the world) where I'm working on degrees in Special Education and Theatre. I love to knit and sew my own clothes. Last summer I had a great time visiting Turkey & Cyprus before going to camp. My favorite things to do at camp are rock climbing, high ropes, swimming & of course making new friends & seeing my friends from summers before!"

Samantha
Business Manager
Year at Camp Howe: 5th
Hometown: Michigan, USA and Winchester, UK
Hiii Everyone :) My name is Sam and I am the Business Manager this summer!! I am ridiculously excited to be at camp for my 5th summer! I am originally from Dexter, Michigan but have been living in and going to school in Winchester, England where I am studying Politics and Global Studies and Ethics and Spiritualities. I love the color yellow, campfires, headbands, and counting down to camp. I am also getting married at camp sometime in the future to my wonderful fiance which is easily the most exciting thing in my life at the moment :) I can't wait to meet all the new people this summer and see everyone I know again :D!

Sam
Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 5th (former CIT)
Hometown: Amherst, MA, USA
"Check back soon and find out more about me"

Sam
Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 6th (former CIT)
Hometown: Northfield, MA, USA
"Hey everyone! My name is Sam and I am from Northfield, MA (the only town on both sides of the Connecticut River in MA). This summer will be my sixth year at Camp Howe, but my first time as a counselor. I love sports, music, movies, theater, spending time with my family and friends and, of course, camp. Some fun facts about me are that I have over 100 pairs of earrings and I collect souvenir pennies from places I’ve been too. I am currently a senior in high school and will be going off to college after camp. I am so excited to work at Camp Howe this summer and can’t wait to meet all of you!"

Sayed
Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Paris, France
“Hi everybody!!! My name is Sayed, but you may call me "Say"! I'm 23 and I am a student from Paris. I've been working with children for 5 years, I had several different experiences in working with children, but I have never been in an American summer camp. So I can't hide you that I am very excited to join the great team of Camp Howe. I love all sports especially Soccer, and my favorite activity is travelling, meeting new people and share new experiences with them. I can't wait to spend an unbelievable summer among all of you! See you at camp!!! ;-)”

Sharna
Waterfront Director
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Geelong, South Australia, Australia
"My name is Sharna. I live in a coastal town called Ocean Grove in Victoria, Australia! I am studying to be a Physical Education teacher for secondary school which I love, but have taken the year off to come spend the summer with you guys and travel after! I am going to be waterfront director at camp this summer which I am looking forward to I have been Swim teaching, Lifeguarding, Hosting Pool Parties and Duty Manager for about 3 years. I love sports basketball, netball, swimming & aerobics are the main ones, I also love spending time at the beach and having fun in the sun! "

Sheri
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Whitman, MA, USA
"Hi everybody! My name is Sheri and I am going to be an Echo Counselor this summer! This is my first year at Camp Howe and I am very excited to spend the summer at camp. I am from Whitman, MA, but I currently live in Boston where I am a graduate student studying Physical Therapy at Simmons College. I love to travel. I have been around a few countries in Europe and just returned from a trip to Central America. I love going to the beach, ice skating, and curling up with a good book. Can’t wait to meet you all in June"

Sofia
Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Wadsworth, London, UK
"Hello, my name is Sofia, I live in London where I'm studying textile design . I've traveled all my life.I was originally born in America, I have also lived in Bali and New Zealand. Im really looking forward to spending a summer in the USA at Camp Howe. I've always enjoyed working with children and meeting new people. My hobbies are drawing, sewing and going to flea markets.I'm really looking forward to meeting everyone."

Stephen
Assistant Cook
Year at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Petersham, MA, USA
"Hello. I am Steve the new assistant cook. I am an 8 year veteran of the US Army (Airborne Infantry) and now cook professionally so have no fear.... Bekki and I are whipping up some AWESOME grub. Besides cooking I love fishing, hiking, scuba diving and my two year old son. See you all soon!"

Stephen
Counselor
Year at Camp Howe: 3rd
Hometown: Bumpass, VA, USA
"Hi! My name is Stephen Harvey, this summer I'll be a general Counselor at Camp Howe- I can't wait to see all you guys again! Barry the Beaver's back from vacation, so he'll be back too. I'm currently studying to be a theater teacher for high school at Indiana University of Pennsylvania. I really wish the warm weather will show up soon! I wish everyone a happy spring and I'll see you all this summer!"

Suna
Leadership Development Director
Year at Camp Howe: 2nd
Hometown: Northampton, MA, USA.
"My name is Suna and I live in Northampton, MA with my family. This will be my second year working at Camp Howe. I have worked at camps for over 10 years and spent the last 3 of those years as director of a overnight summer camp in Vermont. I am a teacher, a musician, a gardener, an artist and mother of two children. I love being part of a community and spending my time with children outdoors. I look forward to getting to know you and becoming part of a new camp community."

Tori
Farm Specialist
Years at Camp Howe: 10th (former CIT)
Hometown: Chester, Ma, USA
"Hi my name is Victoria (Tori for short) and I’m going to help out at the farm this summer! This will be my tenth year at Camp How (last year I was a C.I.T) and I can’t wait to be a counselor for the first time this year! I’m finishing up my sophomore year at Wahconah high school and can’t wait for camp to start! During the school year I run cross country, track, and do swimming in the winter (I’ll be a part time lifeguard this summer). I’m also a member of a local 4-H club and play the flute in the band at school. I am a total book worm and enjoy writing/reading poetry which led to my friend and I starting a Creative writing club in our school this year. The animals from my farm at home will be coming to camp this summer and I can’t wait for everyone to meet them! Along with my numerous farm pets I also have a border collie named Maisy, a chinchilla who is called Cheeky, and two kitty cats named Mitzi and Dillen. Can’t wait for summer to begin!!!"

V.C. (Pui Hin)
Echo Counselor
Years at Camp Howe: 1st
Hometown: Chai Wan, Hong Kong
"My name is Cheung Pui Hin, all of u can just call me VC. I live in Chai Wan, HK (have u heard about Hong Kong?) with my lovely family. I am currently a student majoring in Sport and Recreation Leadership at the Hong Kong Baptist University. This is my 1^st time joining the International Camp Counselor Program and visiting the USA and being an ECHO counselor at Camp Howe! How exciting! I love playing any kind of sports activities and music. It will be a great and meaningful summer and I am looking forward to meet all of you in the coming June!:)

Viv
Executive Assistant
Year at Camp Howe: 2nd
Hometown: Northampton, MA, USA
"Hello everyone! Even though this is only my second year at Camp Howe, I feel as if I've been here forever. I help out with registrations, in the office, I've taught interest groups and do whatever else the Camp Directors, staff and Campers need. My children also attend Camp and can't wait to start again. They love it so much, now all their friends go too! We are all looking forward to Camp Howe 2010"

Zoe
Echo Director
Years at Camp Howe: 10th (Former CIT)
Hometown: Stamford, CT, USA
"Hello! My name is Zoe Bergeal and I'm from Stamford, CT. I am currently a student at UMass Amherst getting a BS in Psychology with a specialization in Developmental Disabilities and Human Services. This year will complete my first decade at Camp Howe! My favorite event at camp has to be the Olympics, everyone at Camp Howe gets the chance to shine and we all walk away champions. My favorite activities to do outside of camp are SCUBA diving, play soccer, and go skiing. I can't wait to come back for the ECHO program's 40th birthday and I know this will be a great summer!"