The Glen Breeze
A Letter From the Directors
Dear Camp Family,
We write to you at the height of our summer preparations: hiring counselors, building a new bathroom, maintaining and upgrading our facilities, developing staff training curricula, buying new horses, collecting forms, designing creative programming, and so much more. It’s a cacophony of work driven by our year-round staff, the Board of Directors, committee members, seasonal staff, and many other volunteers that will harmoniously materialize in a month to launch the first summer of Geneva Glen’s next 100 years!
We will introduce 322 new campers and welcome back over 900 veterans to experience “The Magic of the Glen.” Our elite counselors and staff will lead us in Council Fires, overnights, storytelling, Vespers and Camp Family Fellowship, the Dirty Derby, Rendezvous, Pulling of the Sword, and the multitude of other programs and ceremonies we have cherished for one hundred years.
The Council Ring, the “heart” of camp, will come alive as we stuff over 300 campers and staff into our theatre-in-the-round set near the hallowed fire pit. We’ll meet here on the first day to introduce the people and programs. After breakfast and lunch, we’ll march across the bridge to announce the daily activities, tell stories, and sing goofy songs. On Sundays, we’ll gather in the long tradition of Council Fire to sing songs passed down from generation to generation, like “We’re on the Upward Trail,” “Peace I Ask of Thee O River,” and, of course, “Geneva, We Love You – your wonderful fragrance of pine…” These moments in the Council Ring will forge precious memories for our campers, and these are the memories that so many of the Camp Family hold dear remembering their Geneva Glen experience.
We’ve given great thought to what we want our campers to gain this summer. We’ve listened to the wisdom of Camp Family members from different generations, our year-round team, and the seasonal staff to get to the heart of “The Magic” and ensure those traditions continue. The response we received was remarkably consistent and tremendously poignant. We want our campers to live in an empathic community of love, support, and acceptance. We want them to develop leadership skills and independence, cultivate authentic friendships, practice timeless moral values, grow spiritually, be unplugged and away from screens, feel support and find their voice, and have fun!
We’ll never forget about the fun! So, campers, get ready to be silly! It’s normal at camp to walk around in costumes pretending to be ridiculous characters. We’ll dance with abandon, sing at the top of our lungs, and laugh until our bellies ache. We’ll do outrageous skits, share stories of gnomes, fairies, and elves, and bond with new and old friends during Cabin & Dorm Fellowship. We’ll ride horses, play dodgeball, shoot arrows, climb and swing at the Ropes Course, splash at the pool, and run up and down the Meadow playing games. Through all the fun, activities, and values, we know there is transformative power in bringing children into a natural, healthy environment that inspires inward growth, character development, and confidence. We hope this helps articulate “The Magic of the Glen” and gives a glimpse into what our campers will experience come June. So, whether you are a veteran camper or staff member, a long-time alum, or a brand-new first-timer, we look forward to offering the same treasured fellowship this summer that has defined our Camp Family for the past century.
For You Belong to Geneva, and Geneva Belongs to You, Christa & Reid
New Camper Hints from Gus, Maisie, & Juniper the Pup
We want to extend a friendly welcome to our new campers! About 322 will attend Geneva Glen for the very first time! Almost every single camper attending Seedlings & Stardust is brand-new and we cannot wait to meet you!
Magic of the Glen
Not only do we get to enjoy all the new scents, but we get to watch you play, sing songs, and laugh all around camp. Juniper, the golden retriever puppy, is new to camp just like you! Her tail will wag like crazy on Check-In day when she gets to meet each one of you. Gus will make sure she does not get too excited. He loves to romp around the campers, running all around the Meadow, and his short legs are perfect because our younger campers can keep up with him. Maisie enjoys sprinting up and down the camp trails, searching for the fairies, sprites, gnomes, elves, hobbits, and all the other magical creatures and animals living around Geneva Glen. We have played with all the critters at camp, and we are all friends! Her favorite trail is the “Gnome
Trail” because you can find so many fairy and gnome homes along the way. We cannot wait for you to check it out for yourselves and see all the new homes the magical creatures have been working on throughout the year. We are so eager for you to arrive, and we know many of you are excited about camp too! With this energy also comes the feeling of being a little nervous, which is totally normal! When we first meet the counselors, they make us feel comfortable by scratching our necks, throwing sticks for us, sitting with us in the cool shade, and sometimes slipping us yummy treats. The counselors at GG are ready to meet each of you. Several of the counselors were once first-time campers at GG, so they know how you are feeling. They will have fun activities and adventures ready for you when you arrive. Plus, they will introduce you to many new friends!
Nice to meet you!
On-The-Dog-Beat
Camp is a place where you get to participate in many things that you don’t get to do at home. Juniper has been running all around camp barking question after question about what each building is used for. She says, “What do the campers do here? Where is that sweet smell coming from?” We have been showing her everything we can, even with the snow on the ground. We told her how we love watching our camper friends zooming down the Zipline, eating candy at Umlaut’s Yumporium (our candy store), catching dodgeballs in the Meadow, splashing at the pool, listening to the horses clippity clop around the barn, and hearing the joy and laughter echo around the Glen. One of our favorite places to find you is the Council Ring, where we get to see everyone at once! We love the singing, hearing stories, and having all our friends pet us. We love the scratches! We were trying to explain Jurassic Park to Juniper, and she cannot wait to see it in action. This is one of the campers’ and staff’s favorite evening plays. Counselors turn into dinosaurs while the campers are trying their best not to be captured by the silly dinosaurs. It is a delightful sight! You are in for a real treat if you are new to camp. Just like Juniper, you will experience all the joys that Geneva Glen has to offer. We are thrilled to meet you, and we will try our best not to give you too many sloppy doggy kisses.
Some very silly dinos!
Treats & Scratches,
Gus, Maisie, and Juniper the Pup
On-The-Dog-Beat
On-The-Dog-Beat
The Meadow
Giddy Up!
Happy Campers
Staff Preview
The Returning Staff Stew
Each year we gratefully welcome back outstanding leaders from past summers. For this savory stew, the returning counselors and leaders are the meat, vegetables, and everything else mixed in to make this sumptuous dish. Together, they are the ingredients that continue to create the “Magic of the Glen.”
We present to you the returning 2023 Staff Stew!
First, we will add one pound of beef stewing meat from Colin Yakely and Zoe Halax as our Head of Hills. We need two cabbage heads for flavor and to lead our new counselors – Lucy Grylicki and Ryan Porter our Heads of Counselor Development. Next, we need some bones from our Crew Bosses, Sally Johnson, Noah Schwalger, and Cole Alsup to enrich the taste and ensure camp is clean and safe. A good old peeled and cut red onion adds sustenance like our Trainee leaders, Grace Romero and Chewy LeBlanc. Some broccoli rosettes bring vibrant color to the dish just like our former Crew members now turned counselors: Ian Jenkins, Sam Wenig, Sam Kanewske, Davis Hummel, Cooper Lees, Lauren Schulman, Ella Nichols, Addie Moore, Abby Romero, Sophia Lisle, and Evie Vogt. Add two cups of broth to increase the stew’s volume with Michael Tidd and Avery Hudson as our Heads of Pool. Peas and green beans are a must on the list, adding creativity and talent like Emory Gerlach and Jules Archuleta will do running Crafts this summer. You need 3 tablespoons of vinegar: Matthew Peters, Head of American Heritage Tracks, Seamus Cassidy, Head of WILD, and Nate Cunningham will fit the bill. A few mushrooms add a unique blend with Ben Malek, Head of Archery, Weston Schwartz, Head of Shields, and Quinn Sweeney, Head of Media. Three carrots, peeled and cut into ¼-inch rounds enhance so much for our program just like Tanner Thomas, Head of Trips & Overnights, Zach Triplett, Program Coordinator, and Jack Prall, Head of Ropes. A ripe tomato is good in a stew – Orson Lankford will be running the popular area of G-Smash again. Celery will improve the stew’s crunch with Tag Lees, Head of Rifles & BBs, and Luca Maffoni, Head of Teen Leadership. A dash of horsemint herb will add a perfect blend just like the trio, Izzi Bryson, Rob Jacoby, and Drew Birdsong, taking care of our herd at the barn. Penne pasta always adds an extra flair in the same way as Ainsley Dodson, Head of Special Events, does at camp. Throw some garlic cloves into the vat with Cassie Dugdale, Head of Sports, and Molly Grylicki, Head of Bracelets. A pomegranate is said to bring good luck, so why not throw it in the pot with Connor Triplett, Head of Ropes, and Ella Jiron, Head of Drama. Adding a few root veggies like rutabagas, potatoes, and turnips keep the stew grounded just like Avery Lankford, Head of Alchemy, Miles Dwyer, Head of Vespers, and Riley Estes, Head of Store. One of the last steps is mixing in all the spices like bay leaves, rosemary, thyme, parsley, and sage. This will come from our year-round staff: Pete Mahan, Grace Campbell, Cas Robison, Nick “Kolo” Kolomitz, Mackenzie DeMoor, Kathy Thornton, and Anne Baalman. Finally, add the salt and freshly ground pepper to make the perfect blend to top it off with Christa Redford and Reid McKnight. Let it all simmer to a delectable taste, and the Staff Stew will be ready just in time for you this summer!
Staff Spotlight
Cas Robison is GG’s newest additon to the year-round team. Cas began his role as Geneva Glen’s Operations Director in the Spring of 2023 and is excited to help Geneva Glen run smoothly. He is greatly looking forward to all the fun this summer!
Mackenzie DeMoor is our new Health & Wellness Coordinator! She started at GG as a “Chiquita Banana” at Myths & Magic and never looked back! Mackenzie began helping with Geneva Glen’s medical team in 2020, and is so excited to help make camp a safe and healthy place for everyone!
Staff Preview
Former Camper Tree
Can you find all our former campers now on staff for the first time?
The Trainee Garden
Parent Information
Strawberry Pancake Breakfast
Attention New Campers and Families!
You are invited to Geneva Glen’s Strawberry Pancake Breakfast Open House!!
Saturday, May 20th, between 8:30-10:15 am
(arrive anytime within that window)
Families new to GG are warmly welcomed to a breakfast open house that includes guided tours of camp. Your tour guide will show you where campers sleep, point out where the restrooms are located, and you will get to visit some of the unique places around camp like the Council Ring, Barn, and Campitheater. This is a great way for parents/guardians to see where your camper(s) will be spending their time at camp. Plus, the campers will get a flavor of camp too!
If you have questions call 303-697-4621 x21 or email ggcamp@genevaglen.org
Please let us know by May 15th if you plan to join us! We look forward to meeting all the brand-new Geneva Glen campers!
Geneva Glen strongly recommends that attendees are vaccinated for Covid-19. Please stay home if you are not feeling well or have any symptoms.
Important Note to Parents for ALL SESSIONS
Parents are reminded that we discourage sending expensive items to camp, as they easily can become lost and Geneva Glen cannot accept responsibility for lost items. Cell phones are not allowed. We will hold out-of-state camper cell phones in the safe.
Our policies prohibit any prescription medication or any kind of over-thecounter medication that is not checked in with our camp medical staff. Other items not allowed include drugs, tobacco of any kind (i.e. nicotine, electronic cigarettes, vaping, etc.), alcohol, marijuana, fireworks, matches, lighters, personal safety gear (i.e. helmets, climbing gear, etc.), gum, vehicles (including boards, bikes, scooters), and weapons of any variety.
Please contact camp if your camper wants to bring any personal sports equipment. (i.e. archery bows, bats, baseball gloves, lacrosse sticks, etc.)
Things you Will NOT NEED at camp!
· Handheld electronics or any device that can connect to the internet using WiFi including devices that use an “airplane mode.” Examples include Smartphones, computers, iPads, Kindles, gaming devices, etc.
· Pets! (Though the stuffed variety are always welcome!)
· Cell Phones
Finally, to help reduce lost & found mysteries: BE SURE YOUR NAME IN ON THE INSIDE OF ALL YOUR CLOTHING! PUT YOUR NAME ON EVERYTHING!
Thanks for your help!
For first-timers, there’s lots of information including a more complete packing list and much more. See the camp’s Parents Place page on our website at: http://www.genevaglen.org/parent
The Parents Trail Guide
The Parents Trail Guide describes our program, heritage of leadership, and our unique tradition of camp’s themes. We hope the Guide will provide answers to your immediate questions and give you insight into what your camper will experience. View online at www.genevaglen.org/ trailguide
Upcoming Events
Annual May Volunteer Workday
Saturday, May 13th - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Please join us here at Geneva Glen as we shake out the cobwebs, open the cabins & dorms, clean the windows, prepare garden beds, and get GG ready for summer. GG will provide lunch! Please RSVP here or email nick@genevaglen.org.
The Pendragon Society
The Pendragons are a group of volunteers at GG who assist with stewardship of camp facilities and property. The group provides service in helping to keep camp maintained and is a significant source of labor that would otherwise need to be hired. All are welcome to come and work days are planned for all skill levels (volunteers under 16 must have a parent present). Participation does not require attendance at all work days, come when you can!
For more information visit: www.genevaglen.org/pendragons
Sign up to join the Pendragon mailing list for event updates: www.genevaglen.org/volunteer Questions? Contact Pete: pete@genevaglen.org or 303-697-4621 x15
Fall work Days: September 9, October 7, November 4
Meadow Time Soiree
Saturday, August 26th, 2023
Click here to purchase tickets and to learn about our Sponsorship Opportunities
Please vist www.genevaglen.org/meadowtime for more information. Proceeds from the event will benefit The Fellowship Fund.
The Amass Family AOR Inc.
The Arigoni Family
Bonnie Brae Liquor
Heather Dugdale
Thank you to our Host Committee & Sponsors!
Kristin & Quinn Cox
EriCream World Wide Footers Catering & Events
FirstBank
Sara Hazel & Dan Goldhamer
Jeannie Wert Gomez
Michael & Diane Hazel
Haley & Wade Hiner
Amy Livingston
Casey Miller
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
3rd Annual GG Dodgeball Tournament & Sports Day
September 24th, 2023
Families! Friends! All are welcome to a rousing day of GG Sports! Come play dodgeball and a host of other classic GG Meadow sports. Competitive and non-competitive brackets offered. Stay tuned for more details about this day of play!
2022 Impact Report
Camper Impact
1,109 Individual campers attended Geneva Glen
299 New Campers
447 Campers were Alumni Progeny
Campers attended from 29 different states
Campers attended from 2 different countries
48 Campers attended camp for their 9th summer or more
2022 Contributions
2022 Financial Impact
$109,773 awarded in Camperships/Tuition Assistance to 87 individuals
$432,533.18 was raised in 2022, with the largest gift being $59,654.48
463 families or individuals donated
100% of the Board of Directors and Year-Round Staff donated to Geneva Glen
Fellowship Fund proceeds support camperships, infrastructure, land stewardship, seasonal staff development and training, programming, and other high-impact projects to benefit our campers directly.
“Last summer, an impromptu talent show broke out where campers took turns standing and presenting various acts like magic tricks, comedy acts, solo singing, gymnastics, and many other talents to a cheering and encouraging audience. We witnessed dozens of campers wanting to express and share their genuine selves in a supportive and nurturing environment. It’s incredible how one simple moment can change a camper’s life and give them courage.”
-GG Staff MemberGeneva Glen’s transformative experience is made possible by our generous Camp Family! These gifts from 2022 impacted today’s campers and laid the foundation for the next 100 years of the Magic of Glen. Every donation is valuable to us, no matter how big or small, and we hope you will continue to consider Geneva Glen for your kindness and generosity. The GG Board and Staff would like to express our sincere gratitude to our Camp Family; your loyalty and altruism inspire us, and we thank you!
Our Generous Donors of 2022
$25,000+
Valerie Gates
Dane & Andrea Harbaugh
Jennifer Malone Simpson Ramey Trust
$10,000 – $24,999
The Amass Family
Tim Amass & Courtney Fleming
Terry & Mary Carr
Carson Foundation
Barb TenBrook
TWC Foundation
$5,000 – $9,999
Anonymous
John & Ashley Arigoni
Bonnie Brae Liquor
Kristin & Quinn Cox
Donna Hacker
Dent Hand
Pam & Duke Hartman
Veronica Liefer
Casey Miller
LIV Sotheby's International Realty
Dan & Alodie Steinberg
Tim & Fiorella Swanson
Wyman Family Charitable Foundation
$2,500 – $4,999
Annie Bachman
Jennifer & Brian Beck
David Carlson
Heather & Jeff Dugdale
Michael & Diane Hazel
Sara Hazel & Dan Goldhamer
Joliet Foundation
Alexis Kirkman
Ryan & Maggie McDermott
Eric Muller
Kathy & Charlie Thornton
UBS - Uhlberg-Palmer Group
$1,000 - $2,499
Anonymous
Ken & Nancy Atkinson
Cindy & Adam Bedard
Andrew & Jess Bourke
Tricia Campbell
Virginia “Ginny” Chase
Cribari Johnson Family Fund
Karen Alexander Dunkman
Nan Earle
Ely Fishkin
Bob Flory
Katie Glynn
Vicki Hand & Alan Tennery
Jill & James Haug
Hayley & Wade Hiner
Gloria & Jim Hurdle
Kim & Chris Jacoby
Meade & Emily Kelley
The Kesselman Family Foundation
Stephanie Kiley
Sally & Lew Kingdom
Dave Lee & Colorado Chute Company Inc.
Steve & Jan Livingston
Jonathan & Chelsea Manheim
Cathy & Bill Marlin
Reed Mauzy
Randy & Gail McKnight
Pat & Roger Medors
Pat & Jim Meyer
Beth Miller
Raechel O’Kelley & Mike Hart
Anne & Sean O’Reilly
Matt & Erin Sampson
Sit N Bull
Xander Sommers
Muffy & David Steinhoff
UBS Business Solutions US LLC
Bria & John Vogt
Michele & Jeff Warren
Scott Wert
Jim & Maya Wilbourn
Matt, Page & Kelley Williamson
Shawn Yakely
$500 - $999
Kathy & Rob Ammann
Anonymous
John P. & Susan Arigoni
Marsha Armentrout
Ozzie Baron & Reshma Pattni
Karin & Adam Brown
Louis Caplan
Cindy Carey
Jane & Douglas Carlson
Sarah & Drake Carpenter
Andy Cohen & Brenda Stidham
Johanna Cummings
Jimmy Dickson
Mark Dreher
Margot Fahnestock
FirstBank Holding Company
Virginia & Robert Fuller
Bruce & Tricia Gallagher
Aaron Goldhamer & Tess Vigil
Jeannie Wert Gomez
Don Henderson & Patricia Jennings
Dwight Johnson
Lawrence & Irit Karsh
Rob & Tracy Kesselman
Kroger
Amy Livingston
Dan & Chealyn Long
Tom & Beth Long
Amanda Lewis
Raymond & Jeanine McCleery
Reid & Courtney McKnight
Martine Minnis
Jamie & Christopher Mitzo
Jeanne & Nathan Mondrus
Beth Moyski
Max Muller
Matt & Julie Murphy
Megan & Brian O’Connell
Marcy & Trent Ongert
Scott & Erin Peikin
Christa & Darrel Redford
Jeff & Molly Robison
Daniel & Cathy Rudmann
Sarah & Tom Pardikes
Rosia & Brent Parrish
Dr. Paula Ruedebusch
Teghan Binnings Setty
David Smith & Lindsay Rocks
Elliot Smith & Annie Biermann
Evan & Sherri Stinson
Walton & Mary Stinson
Dave & Betty Thomas
Cassie & Andrew Todd
Terry Tomsick
Ian & Cathy Tracy
Eric Uhlberg
Josie Warren
Red & Cathie Williamson
Sara Yerkey
Kathryn Yetter
$200 - $499
Ford & Jen Allison
Amy & Dave Anderson
Roy Anneberg
Anonymous
Ruben Arquilevich
Sharon & Chris Awadalla
Patricia Barbour
Megan & Matt Barley
John & Suzanne Baron
GG Philanthropy
Emily & Scott Beckett
Tim Bell & Alix Joseph
V. Claire Bennett
Blackbird Inc.
Grace Campbell
Jason Carey
Andrew Carlson
Marc & Vicki Carpenter
Stephen & Cindy Cartwright
Michael Clayton & Britany Schoede
Barbara Clifton
Stephen J Creamer
Geoffrey Cromwell & Emily Bockmon
Jennifer & Alex Cyphers
Mackenzie & Joseph DeMoor
Gina Eberhardt
Libby & Kory Eberhardt
Brent Fedrizzi & Kate McKenzie
Emily & John Gedeon
Billy Halax
Dan & Emily Hall
Samantha Hartman
Amy Hire
Chum & Sally Howe
Claire Jackel & Andy Downard
Sarabeth Jones
Vanessa & Tom Kaczmarek
Sean Kidston
Joel Knight
Don & Janice Leach
Kevin & Sara Lee
Dan Lewis & Sarah Clarke
Frederick Lewis & Elizabeth Herr
Brooke Lindquist
Mac Nation Café
Laura & Paul McMahon
Lydia Miller & Aline McKenzie
Bert Palmer
Brian & Katie Payer
Marcia & Gene Peteranetz
James M Phillips
Richard Rasperger
Margaret & Dwayne Romero
Jennifer Rothschild & Julian Izbiky
Bill & Carol Slaughter
Katie & Liam Smith
Nick Thomas
Jeff Thormodsgaard
Kellie Warren
Davis Wert & Sam Caravello
Marita Whalen
Jane A White & Delvina Ault
Alana Wilson
Ben & Jennifer Woolf
Colin Yakely
$1 - $199
Susan Alexander
Will & Becky Allen
Brady Allison
Cole Alsup
Drew & Bri Anneberg
Merrilee Anneberg
Anonymous
Susan Apte
Jules Archuleta
Ryan Ardourel
The Arkell Family
Leigh & Lisa Augustine
Gabriela Ayala
Anne & Kelly Baalman
Diana Bailey
Nancy Barley
Emily Barnby
Jennifer & Paul Barrow
Mary Barton
Toni Becker
Jesse & Erin Bertoli
Drew Birdsong
Max Birdsong
Elly Black
Quinn Booth
Kim & Alan Bossart
Jo, Brian, Nate & Erin Burns
Christina Brinkerhoff
John & Nancy Brooks
Izzi Bryson
Samantha Bryson
Kristen Carpenter
Seamus Cassidy
Kate & Matt Cihon
Lauren Clarke
Caden Cramer
Aubrey Crawford
Thomas Crawford
Maria Creavin
John Cunningham
Nate Cunningham
William Deline
Janet Diederichs
Luann Dodge
Ainsley Dodson
Gareth Dodson
Weston Dodson
Lisa Doelger
Johnny Domenico
Sherry Domenie
G. Douglas Eberly
Harry Ells
Sandra Dreher
Cassidy Dugdale
Miles Dwyer
Hudson Elkjer
Matthew Elliot
Riley Estes
Alex Eurich
Phoebe Fanganello
Luc Filion
Debbie & Craig Fimple
Ben Fitzpatrick
Regan Flanigan & Joel Burns
Kristin & Heiko Freitag
Katie Frieze
Ozzie Froelich
Christine & Franklin Gardiner
Jenni & Mario Gasbarro
Emory Gerlach
Lauren Goettge
Cheri Gonzales & Ben Horne
America Gonzalez
Mia Gonzalez
Alana & Jeff Gowin
Lucy Grylicki
Molly Grylicki
Kevin Gunnerson
Marilyn Flory Hain
Zoe Halax
Nancy Hardin
Bill & Kathy Harvey
Eric Hedenberg
Saundra Helflen
Jon Heller
Ann Herr
Anne Hewetson
Teddy Hickenlooper
Mary & Jim Holmes
Avery Hudson
Davis Hummel
Asher Hussain
Frank Iannella
Emily Jacobs
Rob Jacoby
Ella Jiron
Allie Johnson
Sally Johnson
Nelle Kanewske
Samuel Kanewske
Max Kaplan
Ryan Kauffmann
Jackie Thomas Kay
Rose Kelly
Leslie & Jim Kendrick
Katie Kennedy
A. June Kittelson
Asher Klein
James Kohler
Nick Kolomitz
Kenneth Koskovich
Claudia Lacey
Avery Lankford
Orson Lankford
Karen Leamer
Chewy LeBlanc
Paige & Todd LeBlanc
Megan Lederer & Dan Teter
Latrice & Kellan Lee-McInerney
Andrew Lees
Alex Lewis
Chris Linsmayer
Amanda Lisle
Sophia Lisle
Carla Lucero
Elizabeth MacLauchlin
Carrie & Michael Maffoni
Luca Maffoni
Pete Mahan
Ben Malek
Jennifer & Richard Mandelson
Kim & Bill Mangle
Gabe Markwiese
Stephen & Roslin Marshall
Christopher Martel
Jamie Martin & Kyle Kunkle
Erin & Jonathan Massey
Bruce McCrea & Karen Littlefield
Reed McElhinney
Ginnie McGrane
Debra McKenney
Missy McLochlin-Schneider
Abby & Elle McNamara
Sophia Mix
Kim & Bill Moon
Crary Moore
Rita Murphey
Margaret Musgnung
Cole Nading
McKenna Nading
Mike Parsons
Matthew Peters
Jim Phillips
Lauren Pleva
Ryan Porter
Sarah Propeck
Reilly Rastello
Aspen Reeves
Waverly Reeves
Sawyer Risch
Delaney Roach
Elizabeth Roberts
Grace Romer
Abby Romero
Grace Romero
Andrew A Rosenthaler
Erin Ross
Katelyn Rothe
Tom & Heather Rowland
Annie Rudnick
Samantha Rudnick
Robert & Suzanne Sandusky
Blake Schimmel
Noah Schwalger
Weston Schwartz
Brad & Alice Sheehan
David Shepard
Jennifer Singer
Charlie Skok
Paul Skok
Evelyn Smith
Marissa Sproles
Emily Stanford
John Starck
Margaret Stavros
Mary & David Steefel
Sharon Stewart
Quinn Sweeney
Vicki Switzer
Nathan Tamkin
Jackson Thomas
Tanner Thomas
Ellie Thompson
Lainey Tick
Michael Tidd
James Todd
Mira Totaro-Bloom
Elizabeth Travis
Connor Triplett
Robin & Phillip Triplett
Zachary Triplett
Steven Turner
Lily Urban
Mackenzie Urban
Jennifer & Andy Villier
Evelyn Vogt
Natalie Wadhwa
Ian Watson
Nancy Wayne
Nancy Wenig
Samuel Wenig
Matthew Werner
Amy Wood
Anna Yoder
Carol Young
Penelope Young
Other Donors
Joe & Elisabeth Anderson
Blair & Craig Austad
Stephen & Kristin Brownson
Casey & Jen Carr
Don & Terry Cohen
Jack & Sarah Conner
Hilary Gerlach
Debbie & Ernest Gonzalez
David Harbaugh
Dana Heller
Marci & Jon Jarog
Mary Kirkpatrick
Lindy Eichenbaum & Jason Lent
Derek Mauzy
Jake Meier & Jessica Shade
Melissa & Alex Menter
Haley Mirr
Julie & Ken Mirr
Claire Nordeen
Sandi Pahlke
Julie Shotwell Perry
Becky & Mark Risch
Chanda & Phil Robertson
Dave Ruedebusch
Mark Strus
Jeannine & Laird Walton
Marsha Wiggins
In-Kind Donations
AEG Presents
The Amass Family AOR Inc.
Bandimere Speedway
Megan Barley & Denver Monogram CO
The Big Tool Box
Bonnie Brae Liquor
Ben Brasch
Clyfford Still Museum
Colorado Railroad Museum
Comedy Works
Kristin & Quinn Cox
Julia & Leland Davenport
Denver Botanic Gardens
Denver Museum of Nature & Science
Denver Zoo
Enstrom’s
Fierce 45
Debbie & Ernest Gonzalez
Grace & Andrew Goodman
Debbie & Matt Grylicki
Sara Hazel & Dan Goldhamer
The Jacquard Hotel
Jalan Facial Spa
Alexis Kirkman
Ethelinda Levy
Amy Livingston & Alex Nelsen
Lone Tree Arts Center
Mary Kirkpatrick
Mark’s Diamonds
The Melting Pot
Mountain Sun Brewery
National Western Stock Show
Marcia Peterantez
Sage Hospitality
Bonnie Siler
Sue & Brent Siler
Xander Sommers
Southside Pizzeria
Barb TenBrook
Mackenzie Urban
Valley Country Club
The Worley Family YMCA
We sincerely apologize for any unintentional ommisons or mistakes. Please inform us of any corrections by contacting Cas Robison
cas@genevaglen.org
Volunteering at GG
2022 Magic of the Glen Volunteerism Award
Our volunteers have served as the backbone of our traditions and spirit throughout Geneva Glen's history. Thousands of friends and alums have served our camp as board members, program volunteers, ambassadors, and helpers. We present the annual "Magic of the Glen" award to show gratitude for these volunteers' outstanding service. These individuals go above and beyond in leading our volunteer effort through their love of camp. Congratulations to our 2022 Magic of the Glen award recipient, Sara Hazel! Her work in helping form and develop our 100th Anniversary Celebration and the Meadow Time Soirée was indispensable. The year's success is significantly due to her wisdom, creativity, and hard work. Thank you, Sara!
Humble Service
We are tremendously grateful to all who donated their time to GG last year! In addition to the volunteers listed below, we want to thank our board members, committees, and the Round Table! Not to mention our year-round staff, who worked and organized many of these volunteer projects. Thank you to our incredible 2022 Volunteers!
Cody Allen
Brady Allison
Ford Allison
Tim Amass
Ty Amass
Becca Anderson
Roy Anneberg
John Arigoni
Ken Atkinson
Nancy Atkinson
Blair Austad
Will Austad
Ozzie Baron
Joe Baumgardner
Jenn Beck
Emily Beckett
Cindy Bedard
Ellen Bogucki
Ben Brasch
Sam Bryson
Cindy Carey
Andrew Carlson
Jane Carlson
Casey Carr
Lauren Clarke
Don Cohen
Jordan Cohen
Jack Connor
Kristin Cox
Caden Cramer
Aubrey Crawford
Geoff Cromwell
Ainsley Dodson
Heather Dugdale
Annie Eidenschink
Cooper Eisman
Brad Emrick
Bob Flory
Ozzie Froelich
Marty Galloway
Emory Gerlach
Aaron Goldhamer
Dan Goldhamer
America Gonzalez
Grace Goodman
Alana Gowin
Jeff Gowin
Tenley Gowin
WendiSue Grover
Debbie Grylicki
Lucy Grylicki
Molly Grylicki
Zoe Halax
Ben Hale
Coden Hall
Jamie Hall
Jeremy Hall
Vicki Hand
Dane Harbaugh
Natasha Harris
Sara Hazel
Dana Heller
Gavin Hewitt
Hayley Hiner
Hadley Hodgson
Harper Hodgson
Jennifer Hodgson
Tim Hogan
Davis Hummel
Gloria Hurdle
Izzy Hurley
Alex Izbiky
Megan Jackson
Emily Jacobs
Marci Jarog
Emma Johnston
Kylie Kachmer
Harper Kane
Emily Kastner
Jacob Kay
Stephanie Kiley
Sally Kingdom
Mary Kirkpatrick
Scott Kirton
Ann Klein
Sophie Knauf
Jordan Kramlich
Claudia Lacey
Dominique Lacroix
Alexa Lanpher
Mia Lanpher
Chelsea Lavey
Chelsea Lawrenz
Emilie Lederer
Austin Lee
Latrice Lee McInerney
Alex Lewis
Amanda Lewis
Dan Lewis
Pia Lisle
Amy Livingston
John Mahan
Linda Mahan
David Mares
Gabe Markwiese
Austin Martell
Aiden Massey
Erin Massey
Jacob Massey
Kate McKenzie
Abby McNamara
Clara Meerdink
Emma Middleton
Lydia Miller
Jon Mischke
Jeanne Mondrus
Jonathan Mondrus
Ryan Mondrus
Caley Moon
Addie Moore
Davis Murane
Ella Nichols
Eric Nitzel
Anna O'Donnell
Marcy Ongert
Sandi Pahlke
Sarah Pardikes
Joy Pearson
Coza Perry
Ryan Porter
Jack Prall
Sarah Propeck
Darrel Redford
Everett Redford
Wyatt Redford
Aspen Reeves
Rick Roadruck
Cas Robison
Cathy Rudmann
Dan Rudmann
Noah Schwalger
Amy Schwartz
Brad Sheehan
Cole Siegler
Charlie Skok
Joeseph Snowhawk
Luca Snowhawk
Steven Soltes
Xander Sommers
Carol Stall
Amy Stanesco
Sam Stern
Interested in Volunteering?
Baxter Stewart
Louise Stewart
John Sullivan
Kristi Sullivan
Sean Sullivan
Eva Sweeney
Nick Thomas
Tanner Thomas
Jeff Thormodsgaard
Charlie Thornton
Andrew Todd
Jim Todd
Kate Todd
Laney Todd
Connor Triplett
Zach Triplett
Maire Turk
Josip Turk
Tallie Turk
Henry Villegas
Morgan Villegas
Bria Vogt
John Vogt
Dan Warner
Josie Warren
Kellie Warren
Becky Weinberg
Sam Wenig
Davis Wert
Scott Wert
Jeannie Wert Gomez
Matt Williamson
Colin Yakely
Evan Yakely
Shawn Yakely
Sara Yerkey
There are many opportunities for volunteering at GG! Join us for a work day, the Strawberry Pancake Breakfast, Check-Ins or Check-Outs, or join any of our Camp Committees! For more information visit https://genevaglen.org/volunteer
Sara & her camper, Maddie
Around the Property
New North (Boys) Hill Bathroom
Site preparations for the North (boys) Hill bathroom are underway. The final design will have 2 large common-space type bathrooms which are able to be separated from each other; one side with 4 urinals and 4 toilet stalls, the other with 6 toilet stalls. The bathroom building also features 2 private toilet rooms accessed individually from the exterior on the west side of the building. The building will feature a total of 9 interior sinks and has been designed to allow for some future upgrades and improvements including the addition of a tooth-brushing and handwashing trough on the exterior.
Wildfire Mitigation
The GG3 mitigation project is moving forward with the assistance of Jefferson Conservation District foresters. This winter we secured additional grant money for the project and have begun cutting in the approximately 50-acre section. The project area is to the north of The Outlook and GG2 area, and extends into The Saddle, Backdoor Trail and towards the west side of Mt. Winnie. We’re optimistic that once this dense forest is opened up, we will discover cool new spaces and uses for the area. We are also looking forward to the reduced risks and impact of wildfire.
CRC Renovations
We have been discussing program needs and potential uses to ensure renovations to the CRC (or Costume Room) building meet our present and future needs. We are exploring drainage around the building and assessing the impact on how we may be able to develop or expand use of the building during the remodel. The creek-bed is in close proximity and likely was a contributor to some of the issues the building is experiencing. We’re excited to preserve this historic building and renovate it to meet our future needs.
Around the Property
Kitchen Spruce-Up
This winter the kitchen got a little bit of long-needed TLC. The walls and ceiling were given a fresh coat of paint, the floor was patched and refinished, appliances were moved out and given a deep-cleaning, and some long-needed plumbing repairs were made. Special thanks to all the Pendragons who came in February to help move everything out into the dining hall, and then move everything back in March!
South (Girls) Hill Roofing
We completed roofing and gutter repairs on the Health Center, chapel, and Cabin 8. Cabins 1,2,4,6, and 10, as well as the carport, received new standing-seam metal roofing, gutter replacements and gutter guards. The metal roofing is expected to last longer and help shed snow more efficiently and provide increased resistance to threat from wildfire. We’re excited to be about halfway through our list of well-deserved roofing upgrades to camp buildings and look forward to being able to tackle more in the fall.
Eagle Scout Projects
In the fall of 2022, Logan MacNair of Troop 633 completed his Eagle Scout service project. Logan and the volunteers he organized built 16 bird houses for 4 different species of birds at Geneva Glen using salvaged lumber from the barn construction project. We are grateful to the troop and Phil Triplett, the Eagle Coordinator at Troop 633, for helping to send candidates our way. If you are interested in completing a special service or volunteer project at camp, contact Pete: pete@genevaglen.org.
Wastewater Plant
We completed and submitted the Preliminary Engineering Report for our new wastewater plant to the state. It’s an exciting step in turning the long-theoretical designs and conversation into reality. We’re tentatively planning on construction beginning during the 2023-2024 off-season and would see the new treatment plan coming online by the end of summer 2025.
Board Updates
Annual Round Table Meeting
Many thanks to the Camp Family members who attended the Annual Round Table Meeting on April 8th! We shared highlights from 2022, Christa and Reid told the “fairytale story” of the 100th Anniversary, and we relayed the most up-to-date financial, facility, property, and committee updates. Most importantly, we asked for advice from our Round Table stakeholders regarding legacy programming, the 100th Anniversary, capital upgrades, land stewardship, long-term financial sustainability, and future hopes for our campers. The feedback we received was remarkable and demonstrated the thoughtfulness and devotion of the Camp Family.
Incoming!
We’re thrilled to introduce three incoming alums to our Board of Directors: Latrice Lee-McInerney, Sandi Pahlke, and Michael Hazel. In addition to their extensive Geneva Glen backgrounds, they bring valuable real-world experience to help guide Geneva Glen into our next 100 years. We look forward to working with you!
A Fond Farewell
We offer profound thanks to our outgoing Board Members, Stephanie Kiley, and Daniel Goldhamer. For their many years of service, we’re proud to honor each of them with a Centennial Brick to live near the Council Ring. Thank you, and you’ll be missed!
GG Committees Development
Responsible for efforts to support the GG Board of Directors and Camp Directors, in the creation and implementation of reaching camps annual, in-kind, capital, major gift, and planned giving goals.
Staff Liaison - Christa Redford christa@genevaglen.org 303-697-4621 x25
Stewardship
Responsible for advising on facilities and properties including such matters as water rights, property issues, capital construction, facility maintenance, upkeep of trails and natural environment, and the general condition of the facilities.
Staff Liaison - Pete Mahan pete@genevaglen.org 303-697-4621 x15
Camp Family
Responsible for maintaining the continued involvement & support of the Geneva Glen Camp Family and encouraging alumni to participate in the life of Geneva Glen and in camp events by connecting camp’s past, current, and future alumni through fellowship and events.
Staff Liaison - Grace Campbell grace@genevaglen.org 303-697-4621 x35
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Responsible for providing support in areas of diversity, equity, and inclusion and advising camp in its efforts to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment.
Staff Liaisons - Nick Kolomitz & Cas Robison nick@genevaglen.org 303-674-4621 x31
cas@genevaglen.org 303-697-4621 x13
If you are interested in volunteering for a GG Committee click here or visit www.genevaglen.org/volunteer/form
Cherishing the Past Alumni News
In Memory
Jan Rhodes
Jan Rhodes Moor reflected the “Spirit of Glen” for 7 decades. Her camper years began in 1953, Queen in 1957, counselor years through 1964, and on to alumni Fossil Fame. For Jan, her heart will always "lie beneath the aspen tree."
Williamson
Ron’s time at Geneva Glen covered many positions from camper to dish crew member, counselor, parent, Board of Directors, and alum. He was engaged in so many parts of the camp experience. He was a quiet leader who was always ready to serve others, whether it was helping a cabin put together a skit for the Council Ring or helping with the everyday tasks to keep things running smoothly. He loved music and bringing people together. Many of the stories he told were about Council Ring songs and the people who would sing with him. He always loved bringing along his guitar just in case the opportunity arose. Ron enjoyed preserving the history and traditions of the camp. He wanted the next generation to be able to share a similar experience as he and his colleagues had witnessed. He was very proud of the Knighthood program, and the values that it teaches. He was a Gold Star and had a Silver Spur. He always supported his son, Tom, through the stages of Knighthood and was present for each promotion. Some of Ron’s favorite memories are of the friends he made at camp. He truly belonged to Geneva Glen.
RonAlumni News
Recent Graduates
Watch out Hackers! A huge congrats to our very own 2023 Head-of-Hill Colin Yakely! Colin graduated this May, from Grand Canyon University, where he earned a degree in Cybersecurity. We are so grateful to have Colin leading our staff this summer!
Annie Rudnick (Summer 2022) gradutaed from Colorado State University this spring. She earned a degree in Computer Science. We can’t wait to see what the future holds for her! Go Rams!
Ryan “Caveman” Kaufman (Summer 2022) recieved a very fitting Environmental Science degree from the University of Colorado in Boulder. Campers loved the “Sustainability Smackdown” he led last summer to help rid camp of noxious weeds! Great Job Caveman!
Grace Romer (‘00s & ‘10s) was proposed to by long time boyfriend, Alex, on a rainy day in San Francisco. Friends Lauren Clarke (‘00s & ‘10s) & Grace Campbell (‘00s- current) were overjoyed to be a part of the surprise to celebrate with them!
Tanner Thomas (Summer 2022) earned a degree in Biology and Hispanic Studies from Bowdoin College, in Maine. We know he worked hard to achieve this and we are so proud of him. Way to go Tanner!
McKenna Nading (Summer 2022) Graduated this Spring from Whitman Univeristy. She earned a degree in Rhetoric, Writing, and Public Discourse. Great work McKenna, we know you have a bright future ahead!
Phoebe Fanganello (Summer 2022) recieved a degree in Community, Environment, and Planning from Washington University. She will help make the world a brighter place! Congratulations Phoebe!
Nurturing the Present
Engagements
Molly O’Donnell (‘00s & ‘10s) got engaged to Will on the top of the mountain at Winter Park! These two seem to have many more adventures to come and we can’t wait to hear all about the wedding!
Nick Brown (‘90s, ‘00s & ‘10s) popped the question to now fiancée, Kate Brunswick. They are overjoyed with excitement and plan to have the wedding next year. Congrats you two! Your future is looking bright!
Jessi Garhart (‘00s & ‘10s) said “Yes” to her beau, Gabe, on a beach day in April. They are excited to see all the things they can grow together. We know Jessi’s camp friends are eager to celebrate the next chapter for this happy pair!
Michelle Horowitz (‘80s & ‘90s) was proposed to by longtime boyfriend, Mark Sauer. Using her mother’s ring made this moment incredibly special. We are so happy for them both!
Sami Hartman (‘90s & ‘00s) and her partner, Matt, got engaged! We all are beyond excited for them and wish them the very best! Raise a glass for Sami and Matt! Cheers!
Alumni News
Nuptials
Matt Ayres (‘90s & ‘00s) tied the knot with wife Kristy. They met in law school and it looks like they had a beautiful winter wedding. We wish them a fun-filled life together!
Lisa Walton (‘90s & ‘00s) tied the knot with John David Williams in April. Congratulations to you love birds! The pair was surrounded by many lifelong camp friends who attended the wedding in Alabama.
Drew Schulte (‘10s) and wife Christine got married on a beautiful June day in 2021. They are also having a baby come this spring! Hooray! We are beyond excited for their future adventures, and can’t wait to see what comes next for their family!
On the Nest
Hayley Campbell Hiner (‘90s & ‘00s) and husband, Wade, were thrilled to announce they are expecting another boy in May! Audrey and Charlie are quite excited to welcome a baby brother to play with! That’s 5 boys and 1 girl between Hayley and Megan Campbell Barley (‘90s & ‘00s)!
Ben Lederer (‘00s & ‘10s) and wife, Valerie, were thrilled to announce they are expecting! Their little bundle of joy is set to arrive this fall! We can’t wait to meet the little one!
Emma Johnston (‘00s & ‘10s) married now husband, George, on a beautiful July day in Denver while close friend Bonnie Siler (‘00s &’10s) stood right by Emma’s side. Congratulations!
Lainey Tick (‘90s, ‘00s, ‘10s) and husband Sam are getting a visit from the stork! We are so excited for them and all the joy that is coming their way! Congrats!!
Casey Sweeney (‘00s & ‘10s) and wife, Jess, announced Baby Sweeney is set to arrive in July! They are over the moon to expand their family and start the next journey of being camper parents!
Seeding the Future
From the Nursery
Sarah Barrett Carpenter (‘90s & ‘00s) and Drake are joyful to announce the birth of August Carpenter. This little cutie joins big brother, Turner, who is excited to have a little brother to play with!
Claire Nordeen (‘90s & ‘00s) and husband, Douglas Kenter, welclomed baby Simone Josephine, into the world this December! Big sister, Nadine, looks thrilled to have a new little friend! Congratulations to the whole family!
Aaron Goldhamer (‘90s & ‘00s) and wife, Tess, welcomed baby Gabriel into the world this spring! We here at GG can’t wait to meet little “Gabo” and we wish this family the very best as they set out on this new adventure!
Know of something we missed? Got alumni news you’d like to share?
Reach out to cas@genevaglen.org or any of our year-round team with your big life updates so we can share it with the Camp Family!
Alumni News
Photo Corner
Feathered Friends
Ready for Camp!
The 5-Year Staff A Veiw from Above
A Trainee Trip
Potion Making at Alchemy
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Beautiful Black Canyon Council Fire
Chillin’ with Hilltop Drama!