20th year

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 33 summers 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 (ACA) and serves on the Board of Directors ACA New England.  Her contributions to working with youth has been recognized by the Girl Scouts and most recently by the American Camp Association New England  by being awarded the Meritorious Service Award for bringing benefit and honor good, faithful and efficient service to the field of camping.  She believes in the positive impact of the camp experience for all youth, especially in the inclusive environment of Camp Howe.

Hello, my name is Darran and I will be your Director again this summer. This is my 4th summer at Camp Howe. In my other job I am a child protection Social Worker in Wales and have worked with children and young people for over 21 years in a number of capacities. My focus is on positive beneficial community building and experiential play. I look forward to speak to each of you and having the most amazing summer. I believe I can inspire positive change in staff to make Camp Howe an inspiring, magical, challenging and safe space for the campers to be themselves and grow in. I have chosen to return to Camp Howe as it embodies all that I hope to see in a community.

Years at Howe: 4th

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​Hi everyone. My name is Barney. I'm from a small town called Cushendall in County Antrim, Ireland. I am excited to be returning to Howe for my 6th summer. I have been life guarding for more than 11 years and love anything to do with water - swimming, kayaking, canoeing. You may even catch me doing water aerobics from time to time. Because of camp, I have learned to love travelling and found a new life path to become a nurse.  I am looking forward to return to a place that has given me so much and to give back. Camp has given me confidence and enthusiasm in life that I couldn't imagine and I am returning so I can make the positive influence camp has had on me onto others at camp. Camp has the ability to really make a positive influence on a camper’s life - not just in the short term but the long term. It has the ability to build confidence, self-esteem and many other attributes that allow people to grow. The positive influence of camp that it has made on people’s lives is amazing. It allows them to learn new skills at camp and transfer them into the world outside of camp.
Years at Howe: 6th

Hey all! I'm Bethan (from Wales) and I'm so super excited to be returning to camp Howe for my 6th year! I'll be joined by my husband (Darran) and 3 children, grace (16), Minnie (11) and Woody (8). I can't explain how excited I am for this opportunity for my family (they're pretty excited too). I'm a trained Behavioral therapist, currently specializing in sleep. My absolute favorite parts of camp are songs, campfire, evening program, the dance .......hhhhm, you get the picture. Camp Howe is home. Part of me stayed there after my first season, and I don't think it'll ever leave. I've had some of the most amazing times of my life there and some of the hardest, and have learnt lessons from both. Camp Howe challenges, encourages, exhausts, creates unbreakable bonds. I have chosen to apply to Camp Howe because it makes me strive to be better in every sense, I want my children to experience the magic of  Camp Howe.
Years at Howe: 6th

Hello everyone! My name is Gretta and I am originally from the Finger Lakes region of N.Y. I have been cooking ever since I could safely use the stove. I attended Le Cordon Bleu many moons ago and have been cooking professionally ever since. I currently provide amazing food to the students of Mount Holyoke College and in the past I have worked with both the YMCA and Special Olympics of Vermont. I love the outdoors and growing my own vegetables and herbs. I am excited for my third summer filling bellies and bringing smiles to Camp Howe.
Years at Howe: 4th

Hey y’all! My name is Kristina and this will be my 6th year on staff at Camp Howe and this summer I will be business manager. I am from Westfield, Ma but spent many years of my childhood in Savannah, Georgia. I love Western Mass! I enjoy hiking with my dog my dog Scooby, who will also be enjoying his summer at Camp Howe, knitting and theme days! I can’t wait to spend my summer in the woods and meet all of you!
Years at Howe: 6th

Hey y'all,” my name is Kimi. This will be my 18th summer working at Camp Howe. I love nothing more than spending the summer at camp.  I have done a little bit of everything at camp. This year I am the Lead Health Supervisor who will be enjoying a couple of weeks at camp as the nurse. I spend my time away from camp as a travelling nurse touring the country as far away as Hawaii, South Carolina, Maine and am currently enjoying being on Nantucket.  I love my job, but I am so looking forward to a peaceful and fun-filled week of camp. Can't wait to be back home at camp even if only for two weeks."
Years at Howe: 18th

Hi all! My name is Nora, I'm from Boston, MA, and this is my 15th year at Camp Howe! Camp is my second home, and I missed the wonderful community we build there so much last summer - so I can't wait for camp to fill up with new and old faces and lots of laughter and wacky hijinks in 2022! Currently, I'm splitting my time between jobs at an outdoor preschool and at a bakery, two jobs that are almost (but not quite) as fun as working at camp. I know firsthand that a well-run camp can give children not only a few weeks of fun, but also the opportunity to develop new skills, form lasting friendships, gain exposure to cultures and people different from themselves, and have a place where they can feel safe and comfortable to be themselves, make mistakes, and grow as people. I believe strongly in the values of Camp Howe and the great potential we have for doing good in the lives of our campers. I am so happy to be returning for summer 2022 as one of the assistant directors, and working with the rest of our amazing leadership team to make camp happen!
Years at Howe: 16th

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Years at Howe: 8 years

Hi everyone! I'm very excited to be returning for my 9th summer at Camp Howe! When I'm not at camp you can find me exploring the Blue Ridge Mountains near my home, baking, and reading. I've worked in public and private schools as a behavior support specialist and mental health worker. I also spend a lot of time volunteering, mostly centered on young families, doing everything from mentoring new mothers with WIC to teaching a homeschool art class.Our camp motto is "To make the best better" and it's something I keep at the forefront of my mind. I truly believe Camp Howe is one of the very best camps out there and I'm honored to be part of the amazing team gathered to continue making it even better. 
Years at Howe: 11th

Hello all! My name is Sami and I will be the aquatics director for this coming summer. I am so excited to be returning to summer camp. When I am not swimming, rowing, or floating in the water, I am teaching high school English. So far, I have taught in New York, Florida, Costa Rica, and now Massachusetts. If I am not on the water or in the classroom, you can find me hanging in a hammock with a book, hiking through nature, or climbing a wall.
I cannot wait to meet you all! Stay safe and Happy New year!
Years at Howe: 2nd

Addie - she/her

Hey y’all! My names Addie and I’m from Northampton, Massachusetts. This will be my 10th year at camp and my first on staff. I love dancing crazily, singing loudly, and making loads of friends! I’m absolutely ecstatic about camp this year, and I can’t wait to see all of your friendly faces and make some incredible memories!Check back soon to learn more about me!

Years at Howe: 10th

Anthony - he/him

Hello Everyone! My name is Anthony, and this will be my first year at Camp Howe, or spending this amount of time camping ever! I am very excited to meet everyone, whether they are as new as me or as old as the camp. I am from Cumberland RI, where I graduated with an interest in child care and education. Currently, I am enrolled at the Community College of Rhode Island Flanagan Campus and enjoying my first summer off from academics in 2 years by taking this amazing opportunity to work with kids at Camp Howe. I look forward to spending a very enriching time with all the kids that come through Camp Howe this summer. 
Years at Howe: 1st

Amelia - she/her

Hey everybody! My names Amelia and this will be my 9th year at Camp Howe, 1st on staff! I am currently taking a gap year from my school Dean College where I am earning a bachelors degree in theatre. I am beyond excited to spend my whole summer at camp this year, learning and growing with all of the new and returning campers! See you in summer 2021!!
Years at Howe: 9th

Cassie - she/her

Greetings everyone! My name is Cassie and this will be my 6th year at Camp Howe, 1st on Staff. I am a first generation Haitian-American, and this year I will be going into my second year at Broward College in Coconut Creek, Florida, where I intend on studying social work I enjoy slam poetry, video games, comedy, and all things anime. I’m super stoked to return to camp and am looking forward to having a great summer with all of you!
Years at Howe: 7th

Edward - he/him

Hello people! My name is Edward, this is going to be my 8th summer here at camp. You'll probably be able to find me hanging around the boys unit. I live in Providence RI and am big into making visual art/music and participating in my local music/art scene. I think the best thing Camp Howe offers to our campers is a place they can be themselves, where they won't be judged for being the way that they are. Camp Howe has fostered an incredible environment that means so much to so many. There is no reason to fear at camp. :) I'm so excited to be back home at camp and to see all the new and familiar faces once the summer finally arrives! (please come quicker!)

Years at Howe: 8th

Chloe - she/her

Hey everyone! My name is Chloe and this will be my 9th year at camp, 1st on staff. I am from Deerfield, MA. I’m currently in my freshman year at Rhode Island College this fall studying elementary and special education. Camp Howe is my second home and I’m so excited to be back this summer. I can’t wait to see some new faces and hopefully some familiar ones as well.

Years at Howe: 9th

Elaine - she/her

Hi, my name is Elaine. I live in Three Rivers MA. I graduated from Springfield technical community college with my general studies degree and nursing degree. I also continued at Westfield state university with psychology. I graduated from Elms College in 2018 with my Bachelors in science of nursing. In the fall of 2019 I plan to continue my nursing education. I am a mother of five children ranges from ages two to ten. Three of my children attended Camp Howe in the summer of 2018 and four in 2019. They enjoyed it so much that I decided to join the camp staff. I currently volunteer for cub scouts, the school system, and am a soccer and dance mom. I work in an acute care setting and have a history with working with develop challenged individuals. I am a member of the association of camp nursing. I look forward to the summer days at the camp.

Years at Howe: 2nd

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Emma - she/her

Hi Everyone! My name is Emma and this will be my first summer at camp Howe! I’m from Auburn, Massachusetts and I am currently a Freshman at Fitchburg State University where I study Special Education and play on the field hockey team! I’m extremely excited for my first summer at Camp Howe and I can’t wait to meet everyone!

Years at Howe: 1st

Gabby - she/her

Hey guys! I’m Gabby and this will be my 8th summer, first one fully on staff! I am from Northampton MA and I am currently thinking of studying business, health: science society policy, and hispanic studies at Brandeis University!! In high school I played soccer and sang a lot and I love being active, listening to music, and doing some coloring books here and there! I can’t wait to be back this summer see you all there!
Years at Howe: 8th

Jessica - she/her

Hi Everyone! I'm Jess Douglas and this will be my 2nd year at Camp Howe. I have been a nurse for 25 years. I work in the emergency room, labor and delivery, and as a school nurse. I have 2 kids and they are super excited to return to Camp Howe! I can't wait to see you all this summer. 
Years at Howe: 2nd

Kaija - she/her

Hi everyone! My name is Kaija and this will be my tenth summer at camp Howe and first on staff! I am a student at Salem State studying dance, social work, and art! I’m in multiple dance clubs on campus and have been dancing since I was 2! When i’m not in class or dancing i’m usually doing something invoking music or art! Camp Howe has always been a second home to me and i’m so excited to get back and meet you all!

Years at Howe: 10th

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Kate - she/her

Hey y'all! My name is Kate, and this will be my first summer with Camp Howe. I grew up in Tennessee and Florida and spent most of the past two years living in Hawai’i working in horticultural therapy. In 2018, I earned my BA in Outdoor Studies and Tourism from Maryville College in Tennessee. I have enjoyed working with summer camps and outdoor education for many years. Throughout college, I was a group facilitator on ropes courses and a guide for outdoor trips. I also worked as the Assistant Director of a small camp in Florida in 2016 and as the Adventure Director for Summit Camp in Pennsylvania in 2020. Currently, I work for Nature’s Classroom New England as an Outdoor Educator. I’m passionate about goblin ecology and enjoy playing guitar. This summer, I’m looking forward to joining the community at Howe and helping our campers fall more in love with the outdoors!
Years at Howe: 1st

Louis - he/him

Hey everyone! I’m Louis, I’m from Arlington Mass, and this summer I’ll be transitioning into my senior year at high school. I’ve been going to Camp Howe for a while and I can’t to make more amazing memories! My hobbies include sports, wrestling mostly, as well as singing, I’m in too many choirs to count. I can’t wait for my first year as a staff member, I’ve had such great experiences as a camper and I’m so excited for a chance to give that back to other kids. See y’all this summer!

Years at Howe: 9th

Madelaine - she/her

Hi everyone, my name is Maddie and this will be my 13th year at camp, 1st on staff. I am from Cheshire Massachusetts. I am a freshman at Western New England University, majoring in history. Some of my favorite hobbies are playing soccer, making friendship bracelets and drawing. I am so thrilled to be back at camp this summer, I can't wait to make memories with old and new friends. Camp Howe has always been my second home and I can't wait to be back.

Years at Howe: 13th

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Marco - he/him

Hi everyone! My name is Marco and I’m from Manassas, Virginia. Next year I’ll be at James Madison University studying to become a secondary education teacher. I am obsessed with performing in my theatre, band, and choir groups, so I basically never left the stage until the pandemic. This is my first year at Camp Howe and I’m super excited to meet you all this summer!

Years at Howe: 1st

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Mike - he/him

Heya! I'm mike, and I'm from Longmeadow MA. This will be my fourth year on staff at Camp Howe. I love music, comedy/improv and sports. A renewed interest in bringing my skills as a counselor back, Camp Howe has made an excellent practice of revising status quo camp tradition for the sake of a better camp experience(for everyone). Absolutely cant wait to get to know all of you better in the coming season!

Years at Howe: 4th

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Nina - She/her

Hi! My name is Nina, I use she/her/hers pronouns, and I’m from Northampton, MA. This will be my 9th summer, first on staff, and I’m so excited to come back. I’m currently pursuing my Bachelor’s in Linguistics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. In my free time, I love to sing, write, and dance! I can’t wait to see everyone, and I’m so ready to laugh, learn, and grow with everybody this summer!
Years at Howe: 9th

Noah - he/him

Hi guys! My name is Noah and I’m from Scherpenzeel, the Netherlands. This will be my first year at camp and I’m so excited! I’m currently studying to become an English teacher at the University of Applied Sciences in Utrecht. I like listening to and making music in my spare time, but my favourite hobby is field hockey. I started playing when I was five and still can’t get enough of it! I’m looking forward to this summer and meeting all the staff and campers!

Years at Howe: 1st

Ola - she/her

Hi! I'm Ola and I'm from Płock, Poland. I'm really excited to come back for my 3rd summer. Right now I'm studying Economics and Management, but in my free time I enjoy doing anything that's not connected to numbers. I believe that a Camp Howe can give children a place where they belong, place where they can be whoever they want to be and simply enjoy their youth. Camp Howe had a huge positive impact on me last year, so I can't wait to be a part of it again. See you all soon!
Years at Howe: 3rd

Pako - he/him

Hi guys! My name is Francisco but you can call me Pako with K I think it's cool, I'm from Mexico !! I graduated from a degree in architecture and I'm currently taking a course in UX design at google, creating and developing applications for mobile phones and web pages. I´m very excited because this is my first year at Camp Howe. Going to the gym is one of the things I like to do the most, also going for walks, watching series on Netflix, dancing and creating choreographies, swimming and teaching others what I have learned over time. So I hope this summer I can share a lot of my knowledge and skills with you, I'm sure it will be the best summer ever! See you very soon and can't wait to meet you all!
Years at Howe: 1st

Shomari - he/him

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Years at Howe: 4th

Wayne - he/him

Hello everyone, my name is Wayne. This will be my first summer at Camp Howe! You will be able to find me working as part of the Kitchen staff this summer. I both attended and worked at summer camps growing up in Connecticut. Whether I was a camper or a counselor, camp was always a rewarding experience for me. I always appreciated the efforts put forth by the camp staff to make me feel at home. I look forward to cooking for you all and cannot wait to meet everyone!

Before I discovered my passion for the culinary world, I studied music at the University of New Haven. When I am not working you can find me fishing, playing drums, listening to music, and trying out new recipes at home. I am very excited for my first summer at Camp Howe! Can’t wait to meet you all!

Years at Howe: 1st