We have been thrilled with our Camp Weequahic staff and have been excited to get so much positive feedback from our camp families. Many have asked about the qualities we look for in a staff member. Here’s a good list (but not a complete one!)

• Patience
• ‘Other’ focused rather than ‘me’ focused
• Fun
• Concerned with physical and emotional safety above all
• Engaged with the kids on their level at all times
• A person who advocates for their campers while keeping the bigger picture of camp in mind.
• Gracious
• Polite
• Chooses their attitude daily
• Courageous
• Someone who manages their energy well
• Excited and able to teach in a specific area
• Fantastic role model
• Excited to give up two months of their summer in order to make life long memories and a leave positive, lasting impression on
• children.

We are excited to welcome new staff to our community each summer. These new staff members normally come through word of mouth referrals and have to go through several rounds of interviews, background checks and our nine day orientation before working with our campers. We are thrilled to welcome them to our community and help them build the type of experience that makes campers never want to leave!