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editor’s letter
Dear Alums—
We wish you could visit the ranch now. As I write this, the golden aspen are at their height, the sky is bright blue, and our Indian Summer days are sunny and warm. It is a wonderful time of year and our staff and guests are enjoying every minute of it.
We had a terrific summer in 2024 with outstanding staff, enthusiastic campers, and many, many happy moments of laughter and singing and wonder. It is impossible to quantify how many old friendships were renewed and new friendships were made but we know the number was significant. Those of you who still keep up with old camp friends will understand the value of these relationships.
We climbed a lot of mountains and had successful summits on every trip—this is a remarkable accomplishment and it has a transformative impact on all those who made it to the top. We rode horses over numerous mountain trails, and campers and staff gained empathy and responsibility from bonding with their mounts. We canoed, tubed, biked, hiked, backpacked, and played together. It was awesome!
Now we are deep into our fall season, and students from many Colorado schools are roaming the meadows and hills as Prospectors, Trappers, Woodspeople and Explorers, learning earth science, ecology, forestry, and local history. Our great High Trails Outdoor Education Center staff is teaching these experiential classes, leading fun evening and early morning programs and making sure that each student, teacher, and high school counselor has a memorable experience.
The Nature Place is busy, too, with groups from the University of Denver, Denver Public Schools, and construction industry personnel all gaining leadership and team building skills under the direction of our dedicated staff.
We hope you enjoy this edition of the Alum News. We are always grateful when alums contribute to these newsletters (check out the Mountain Memories article)
so please send us your memories, camp stories, etc. Our highly professional Editorial Board will make decisions on what to include and, unfortunately, the pay is $0. You might, however, receive a moment of fame.
We are also pleased to have more news in this edition than is usual for the fall. Keep sending us your news updates and Vital Statistics (births and marriages— especially births—we are a camp, after all, and are always thinking about the future.)
As always, we are incredibly grateful for our Alum community and for all your support and friendship. We wish you a very happy fall and winter!
Warmest Regards,
Jane Sanborn aka: The Editor jane@sanbornwesterncamps.com
TheTHE FOUR-STORY TREE HOUSE & THE CONGO BONGO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Four-story Tree House (located on the trail between High Trails and Big Spring near the Interbarn) is one of the iconic places at COEC. It goes way back to the mid-70s and was built by the Congo Bongo Construction Company led at that time by ERIC WEIDMAN (BS 63-64, Staff 6677).
The original structure was three levels in a cluster of four very tall trees. A small stove was located on the second story. Tent groups at BS could arrange to do a campout and cook dinner and breakfast at the tree house.Two or three years later a fourth floor was added at the top. However, the swaying trees began to loosen the supports and the fourth level was removed. (The tree house is inspected annually for structural integrity.) A few years later a fourth level was replaced – this time under the first floor –and it became a Four-story Tree House again.
It is a very popular place. Many summer campers and students in the outdoor education program enjoy activities, games, cookouts and studies in forest ecology at the tree house. Campers from both camps compete in egg drop contests. It is often the destination for a first horseback ride. Guests at The Nature Place chuckle on their way to the Interbarn. Visiting alums take their own kids to this magical place. It has been painted and repainted many times by the JCs and OBs.
Back in 2014 an online site featured a group of 11 summer camp tree houses (Think Tree house Masters TV program). Not only was our tree house the cover story, it was recognized as the only one built by kids.
There are rumors that long ago staff (& campers?) held clandestine rendezvouses at the tree house. I suppose it’s possible.
The Congo Bongo Construction Company (CBCCo) was the outgrowth of Road Crew, a popular activity at BS in the early 60s. Led by SHRIMP “Lamumba” GOETHERT (BS Staff 63-65) and JACK “Kasavubu” KUSSMAUL (BS Staff 64-66) the Road Crew piled in the back of “The Flame” or other infamous pickup, with a bunch of shovels and picks driving around to fix the roads after a gullywasher thunder storm.
Another favorite project of the CBCCo was building a Monkey Bridge over the BS Pond below the Barn. The gang would hop in the back of the pickup and head out to find 4 sturdy logs about 6 inches by 12-15 feet. These were lashed together to form Xs placed on each side of the pond. A heavy rope was stretched where the logs crossed and lighter handrail ropes were connected to the tops of the poles. The idea was to walk on the heavy rope and hold on to the handrails.
There were two challenges: One was to walk all the way across the water to the other side – almost impossible! Another challenge was for a guy to start at each end, walk toward the center, and try to bounce the other guy off. Whoever made it the farthest, won. Sometimes a trial was held in the Lodge and the guilty party was sentenced to walk the Monkey Bridge.
The original Troll Bridge on the path from STUW Ridge to the Lodge was also a creation of CBCCo. It was another endeavor of riding around in the back of a pickup to gather materials. The first version was made with heavy logs spanning the “spillway” on the erosion dam in front of the Lodge where the old railroad bell and flagpole are.
The logs were covered with 2-inch diameter by 4-feet long poles on top of the logs. Handrails were the hardest to build. It was pretty rickety and difficult to keep in shape. Eventually the maintenance crew replaced it with a well-built bridge that lasted many years. However, it was removed a couple of years ago and now there is just a path.
Who remembers the Ghost Hut? South of the upper tennis court, behind where the ARK is now, this engineering marvel is a six-sided cabin with notched corners. It was built as a spooky place for a counselor to take his unit to tell creepy ghost stories. In those days there was a piano the boys’ Lodge. When one wore out, we hid it in the trees near the Ghost Hut and an accomplice could make scary noises during a ghost story.
The Ghost Hut is still there but it began to settle and fall in. Rick had the crew strengthen it, take the roof off, and replace it with a floor. It became a place for aspiring musicians to jam on what seemed like a stage.
Last summer the first-term Outbackers, led by PETER FOUTS (BS 18-19, 21-24), crafted a flag to honor the work of the CBCCo. It hangs on the wall of the Lodge – a tribute to groups of campers who created treehouse fun and many memories through the years.
Jerry McLain jerry@sanbornwesterncamps.com
Full disclosure: No one is allowed to ride in the back of a pickup since the turn of the century and we don't tell creepy ghost stories anymore either.
The Monkey Bridge
The Ghost Hut
MountainMemories
(Editor’s note: During the summer, we sent an alum e-news about the number of mountains we were climbing and asked alums to share memories of their mountain climbing adventures. Thank-you to everyone who responded and, if we don’t use your thoughts here, we are saving them for a future edition.)
(Another Editor’s note: If anyone from Colorado Child Care licensing happens to be reading this, please remember that the following happened in the 1950’s and there was no child care licensing at that time. The Statute of Limitations is up.)
BUDGE HICKEL
BS Camper 56-60; BS Staff and year-round Assistant Director 61-72
You asked for it: you asked: “Do you remember climbing your first mountain?”, and it brought back memories: It was exactly 68 years ago today. I was eleven, a first-year camper at Big Springs Ranch, tent 8. Food and sleeping bags were loaded into the back of the Zoro, the large red painted cattle truck, ideal for transporting a couple dozen campers on top of all the gear in the back.
We were in great spirits driving up highway 24, singing every Everly Brothers song we knew in perfect three-part harmony, turning south on the Divide-Cripple Road and east on a rugged dirt road until the truck could drive no further. Today there is a campground where there was nothing but wilderness in 1956. We were going to climb Pike’s Peak the next morning to watch the famous Pike’s Peak Hill climb road race.
It was a spectacular day until the rain started. That’s when we realized we had to make our tents. I say make, because each of us had a combination army issued poncho which, when snapped to another person’s army issued poncho, became a tent of sorts. Some decided to cut fir and spruce tree limbs to make shelter, keeping some of the rain out. That didn’t particularly work so well.
Sometime around 5:00 AM on July 4th, we woke up partially soaked, downed a quick breakfast of goobered eggs, and started up a trail on the West side of Pike’s Peak following Ken Hause, our fearless mountain climbing leader. I had previously climbed all the way to the top of “A” bluff and even up Little Blue. I was a midwestern kid from St. Louis , barely 500 feet about sea level, and was completely unprepared for the steepness and rigor of the climb.
Up, up we went finally reaching a ridge at roughly 13,000 feet as I recall. We looked down on the Glen Cove log building which was at the time called the “halfway house,” and up to what was described as Devil’s Playground. We could have watched the race from this ridge, but Ken said it would be a much better experience if we climbed another 500 feet up to Devil’s Playground, or descended 1000 feet or so to watch the race from the hairpin curve just past the Glen Cove log house. As I recall, we all “voted” to go downhill, as opposed to further up. Ken was absolutely right about watching the race from the hairpin curve. As long as the race cars skidded around the curve, going about 60, and didn’t fly off the dirt road above our heads, we were perfectly safe just below the road grade looking straight at the oncoming cars, and then listening to their explosive noise accelerating into the rising “straightaway” (nothing on the Pike’s Peak road is straight).
The race over, we now had a choice of how to return to our campsite on the west side of the mountain. Walk back up the 1000 feet and then down to our camp or walk “around” the mountain through the forest and across boulder and scree fields where there was no trail. Ken decided the adventure would be better to do the traverse rather than reclimb back up to the ridge. Though there was no trail, Ken said he knew where we were the entire time. I doubted him until what seemed like hours later, we reconnected with the trail back down to our camp site. I was completely exhausted!
I had signed up for the trip, thinking we were going to climb Pike’s Peak to see the race. It was years later before I summitted that mountain. My first 14er was Sherman the following year. I was just telling Lindsay, my wife of 54 years, about my memory of this day and she asked me: “who climbed with you?” I didn’t have an answer. I suspect my tent mates were along too. Mike Wilfley from Denver and Steve Wilson from Kansas City and I developed great friendships that year, friendships that continued to blossom for the following five years at camp, later becoming junior counselors, dish washers and finally assistant wranglers. Lifetime friendships with Mike and Steve followed.
PETE HELLER—BS Camper 67-68
Your missive resonated with me so I thought I’d share my embarrassing but ultimately rewarding experience. I believe I was 12 when I first came to camp. Having had experience hiking with my Dad in the mountains of Northern New Mexico, I signed up for the mountain climb. On offer for the day were Oxford and Belford.
All was going well but by the time we headed to the 2nd peak I started feeling tired. In classic adolescent brain thought (if you can call it that) I concluded that if I was injured I’d have to be carried back to camp. So I schemed to slip slightly and cut my knee on a rock. I pulled that off masterfully. As I attempted to milk the injury, the first counselor that came upon me calmly put a Band-Aid on the cut and informed me I’d have to walk the rest of the way myself! Talk about a double whammy! Now I had to walk *and* I had a cut. Needless to say, that experience changed my worldview!
The next year I returned to camp and again signed up for 14er. But this time I had a goal in mind: to be at the head of the climb and provide cheer/assistance for the other hikers and counselors. i.e., it was to be the opposite of my first -year experience. It’s always been a source of pride having made that happen. It taught me a great lesson in adding (versus subtracting) value that I’ve fallen back on throughout my life.
NANCY
RODKIN ROTERING—High Trails Camper 7378
I remember every mountain that I climbed! But the two climbs that have carried me through the toughest challenges of the last 50 years were my last two: Elbert complete with three snow lightning storms and Princeton, which took 14 hours. When the going gets tough, I reflect on those two climbs: the frustration, the fear, the resilience, the beauty and the sense of accomplishment. All these decades later, so many details remain fresh in my mind. Thank you for these gifts, among so many others!
For me and Emily (sister Emily Dubinsky), summiting mountains was one of the most powerful parts of camp. And was one of the first things that truly showed me that I can do hard (sometimes very hard) things. I don’t exactly remember the first summit, but rather a culmination of moments and memories I still draw on today. Running down Quandary to avoid an impending storm, with Krista Wright telling us running was actually easier than walking. Pushing a younger camper up the steepest part of the climb in front of me so she didn’t fall and could also make it through the scree to the top. Going down the interminable switchbacks on the Barr Trail on the Pikes Peak Bomber, feeling all my blisters and not sure I could put one foot in front of the other for the last few miles to Manitou Springs. Stopping at Pizza Hut in Buena Vista on the way back to camp, feeling so out of place after a week in the backcountry but beyond proud of my strong legs and dirty backpacking clothes. Thanks to you and camp for helping us all realize that doing hard things is okay, and doing hard things is powerful.
prehistoric : pre-1980
definition according to an 8 year old: a time when your grandparents were young; coincides with the age of dinosaurs
DICK KOKKO (BS Staff 72-73) connected with BUD WOBUS (BS 54; Staff 60-69, 76; COEC Director Emeritus) at the Williams College alumni reunion last June. Bud was recognized for his 55 years of active teaching. Though retired, he maintains an office in the college geology building and continues to write. (Let Jerry know if you would like a copy of his latest book, “The Big Flat”.) We are also grateful to Dick who shows up at camp every now and then to work on preserving and enhancing the Quick Homestead.
THERESA-MARIE RHYNE (HT 67-71) received a 2023 Distinguished Contributor award from the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Computer Society for her contributions to applying color theory to data visualization and digital media. She just published the 2nd edition of her book on Applying Color Theory to Digital Media and Visualization. Theresa also continues her ballroom dancing and did a showcase performance in April at the Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Durham, NC.
JESSICA THURMOND (HT 63-66; Nurse 92) Jurgensen has been working for several years to create the VitaNova Maternity Community in Papillion, NE, near Omaha. Jessica has a passion for helping pregnant women in crisis and has been instrumental in the opening last spring of the new center where pregnant women can live, free of charge, for a year. The community provides health care as well as instruction in life skills, nutrition, and financial literacy. VitaNova is a 501c3 non-profit paid for by grants, donations and fundraising events. Vitanovamaternity.org
PAM BARIT (HT 71-76; Staff 82) Nolan visited Uganda in 2019 and became a promoter for the newly founded Sonshine School. Since then, Pam has created birthday fundraising campaigns to support the school and has been responsible for more than 100 people becoming Friends of Sonshine. They have built buildings, drilled for water, purchased land and teachers’ accommodations. Over 400 elementary children now receive quality education at the school and 40 people are employed. They are now raising funds to expand through middle school. If you are interested in learning more about the Sonshine School you can contact Pam: Pambaritnolan@gmail.com
SARAH BAUSCH (BS Nurse 75-76) BENSON reports that the 8th Annual Sanborn Night at the Rockies was held on Monday, September 16, 2024.
“It was a great game (Rockies won 3-2), a great evening and a great group of friends from the 1970’s Big Spring and High Trails staff.
Attending the get together were MARK MUNGER (BS Staff 72, 75-76), PAUL NELSON (BS Staff 75), RON MUNGER (BS Staff 74-75, 77), TERRY McGRATH ( HT Staff 73-75) Craig, ANNE KEEN (HT Staff 75), PAT MURPHY (BS Staff 74-75), Deborah Northcutt, KEITH WILLIAMS (BS 64-67, 69; Staff 70-77) and Terry Stump, Lynn and ACE McCANN (BS Staff 72-73, 80-81), Sue and BOB LAYS (BS 65-70; Staff 71-78), Sarah, and her husband, BOB BENSON (67-71; Staff 72, 74, 76).
dark ages : 1980-1995
definition according to an 8 year old: a time before you were born, but your parents seem to recall quite clearly-the Florissant Fossil Beds were formed about this time.
PETER KIMBALL (BS 88-89, Staff 96) accompanied six of the 2023 High Trails JCs including his daughter, LANE KIMBALL (HT 21-23), and LILLI HENDERSON (HT 16-19, 21-23), JOCELYN ROSS (HT 16-19, 21-23), CORIN MURPHY (HT 22-23), MIRA CUNNINGHAM (17, 19, 21-23) and ALYSSA MADRID (HT 14-19, 21, 23) along with some of their parents and summited Mt. Princeton over Labor Day weekend, finishing what they started on their JC special last year.
MICHAEL LUBY (BS 89-91; Staff 93) traveled to România and spent a nice long 2.5 week vacation there visiting friends and becoming immersed in Românian culture. He made this trip because he will be turning 50 at the end of October!
LISA PRENTICE (HT 78-85; Staff 87) Hughes moved back to Louisville, CO after two and a half long years in late January 2024 to their rebuilt house after the Marshall Fire. It has been great. Lisa works for a small non-profit, and her youngest daughter graduates from college next spring. So, they’ll be true empty nesters. They hope to get back to camp sometime soon!
WYATT FRANZ (BS 86-87; Staff 95) is currently teaching physical education at the American School of Dhahran in Saudi Arabia along with his wife Tonia. His son Diego is in 7th grade and his daughter Paloma is in 3rd grade. Wyatt is loving the international life.
MARY BRACKEN (HT 76-78, 81; Staff 85, 91) Swanson is living in Bali with Ella, her youngest daughter. Her property Rumah Daisy Cantik (Room of the beautiful daisies) is up and running on Air bnb. www.rumahdaisycantik.com
HUGH O’KANE (BS 90-91, Staff 97-98) lives on Long Island with his wife Arianne and their 4 children, two of whom are current SWC Campers. Son Hugh just finished his third summer at Big Spring and daughter Anna completed her second at High Trails. They both love heading out west every summer. Hugh enjoys returning to camp each summer with the kids and catching up with Jerry on a regular basis.
Three generations of Friesens
Rick Friesen and Sam Carkhuff Bugging Out
Upon turning 50 this year, SUZANNE GEPSON (HT 86-90; Staff 92, 94) Hagen wanted one thing most of all – a backpacking trip with women friends. Who better to ask than camp friends? They unearthed Sierra cups, smelly old packs, and more modern gear to make it happen this July in Colorado with a backpacking trip in Buffalo Peaks Wilderness followed by a stay at Mt. Princeton Hot Springs and a summit (for a few in the group) of Mt. Princeton. Suzanne and sister CATHY GEPSON (HT 84-86; HT Staff 88-91) Burnham provided “outcamp” and organizational duties. JANE FEINBERG (HT 86-90; Staff 92) came all the way from her home in Copenhagen, Denmark, for this trip and proved that an ankle with pins in it is stronger than ever. BETSY FRIESEN (HT 85, 87-88, 90; Staff 92-93, 96-97) McMichael saved the group on more than one occasion with a fully stocked first aid kit and unmatched outdoorswoman wisdom. (Note to self: Add saline eye drops, super glue and ginger chews to first aid kit.) Friend Suzen “Zen” Cook joined the group for her first backpacking trip and became a deserving honorary Sanborn Alum. NANCY TALBOT (HT 84-86; Staff 92) brought her calm intelligence, a fun card game, and insightful poetry. MOLLY HARMON (HT 86-89) McIntyre brought enthusiasm and spirit to power the expedition up the mountain. There is nothing like being with old friends, laughing, hiking, searching for campsites, cooking meals over stoves, and unplugging for a while. Plans for a 60th birthday trip are in the works!
olden days: 1996-now
HALEY SCHREIER (HT Staff 13-14, 17) and two friends decided this year to go all-in on their dream of creating space for young people to explore the natural world tech-free. They started a company that is based in Steamboat Springs called Trillium Expeditions. In June and July, they hosted their first backpacking trips and hoped to add additional trips in the fall. “Our goal through our programming is to connect young people to the natural world, their surrounding community, and themselves all while off screens. Ultimately, we would love to host national and international expeditions for young people and young adults alike to learn backcountry and cultural skills.”
MAILE MACDONALD (HT 94-96, 98-00) paddled the roaring fork this summer. It has also been great to have Maile return to camp to help on our recent Alum Work Days.
definition according to an 8 year old: The time preceding right now-pioneers still churned butter and made candles during this period.
2023-2024 Volunteer of the Year
Julie Richardson
announce that
Julie was a camper and staff member at Sanborn Western Camps starting in 1962. She served in administrative and leadership roles, including being the Director of the girls’ camp from 2003-2012. Julie was also an educator.
Julie has served as an ATS Campership Mentor and Capstone Mentor since 2012. Julie has been a mentor on fifteen separate occasions for campership recipients.
Gillian Nyland, the ATS Program Director, shared that “Julie is an excellent example of what it means to be a mentor with ATS. She is a great advocate for her campers and clearly and kindly communicates with them and their families. Her passion for camp is unmatched, and we appreciate her dedication to our community.”
Thank you, Julie, for all that you do for ATS!
MADDIE MACMILLAN (HT 06-07, 09-10, 12-13; Staff 16) says, “Thought I’d share something from my past year – I’ve never had anything worthy of being mentioned in the publication before.” Maddie recently earned her PhD in Advanced Energy Systems (renewable energy engineering) from the Colorado School of Mines. “Part of the reason I chose Mines was because of camp and it making me want to live in a magical place with outdoor activities like Colorado. And while earning my PhD, I was able to do lots
(HT Staff 00-01, 03-04) and JIM (BS 91-92, 94-96; Staff 98) are enjoying their (BS 23) and Aria. Julia thinks of Sanborn often in her new role as Director of Professional Learning for Aurora Public Schools. Jim is closing in on his goal of hiking all 14ers. After his Capital climb this summer, he only has Culebra left.
(HT 21-22) just graduated and started at Northeastern Junior College. “My summers at High Trails ignited my love for horses and packing and even drove me to pursue that industry as a career. I’m here at NJC in the Equine Training and Management program, and I’m having a blast.” In the program they train young horses and learn everything there is to know about their behavior and health. Chloe is excited to come back as an AC this year and as a wrangler in the future. “It’s my dream to give back to the community that gave everything to me.”
(HT 97-98; Staff 09, 15) won the 2024 First Book Award from the Academy of American Poets. Her book, “Little Mercy”, was published by Graywolf
JULIE RICHARDSON RECEIVES A THOUSAND SUMMERS VOLUNTEER AWARD
JulieFranz Richardson has been named the 2023-2024 Volunteer of the Year by A Thousand Summers, an organization which provides mentoring and scholarships to camps across the country for underserved youth. Sanborn Camps have been a partner with ATS, formerly known as the Cheley Foundation, since its inception.
Julie was one of the first campers at High Trails when it opened in 1962 and served as a staff member from 64-70. She then returned to camp as Assistant Director of High Trails 00-02, and became Director from 2003—2012. She now lives in Salida.
Each ATS camper has a mentor who helps to prepare them for camp, to work with their families, and to answer questions. Julie has served in this role for many different campers since 2012. ATS notes that Julie has been a mentor on fifteen separate occasions for campership recipients.
“I consider it a privilege to work with campers and their families. I tell them, let’s get this done because I know it will be great. Camp is the best thing that can happen to anyone. It’s life-changing.”
Gillian Nyland, the ATS Program Director, shared that “Julie is an excellent example of what it means to be a mentor with ATS. She is a great advocate for her campers and clearly and kindly communicates with them and their families. Her passion for camp is unmatched, and we appreciate her dedication to our community.”
Congratulations, Julie!
—Julie Richardson , ATS Volunteer of the Year
A Thousand Summers is proud to
Julie Richardson from Salida, Colorado, is our Volunteer of the Year.
vital statistics
marriages, births & adoptions, life celebrations births:
Darren Kelly and STACEY STEPHENS (HT 10-12), a daughter, Zoe Leigh Kelly, April 1, 2024, in Pontoco, Mississippi
Tristen and KIARA BROTHERS (HT 07-14) Casner,a son, Beau Casner, April 4, 2024.
Lindsay and McLANE GROW (BS Staff 13-14), a daughter, Lucy, April 22, 2024, in Roanoke, VA
Philip Butler and ANGELA SCRUGGS (Staff 12-13) Butler, a son, Connor Philip Butler, May 13, 2024, in Davis County, Utah
Armando Frausto and EVA CROSSMAN (Staff 21), a son, Aurelio Frausto, June 25, 2024, in Lexington, KY
Bezia Laderman and LINNEA METCALF (HT 03-08; Staff 11) Lemma, a daughter, Ossia Cabot Lemma, July 27, 2024, in Princeton, NJ. Grandparents: Jane and JONATHAN METCALF (BS 66-71; Staff 75-76, 78-80), Chestnut Hill, MA
Brittany and CHARLIE BENSON (BS 05-08), a son, Camden Robert Benson, July 28, 2024, in West Palm beach, FL. Grandparents: BOB (BS 67-71; Staff 72, 74, 76) and SARAH BAUSCH (BS Nurse 75-76) BENSON, Denver, CO
Sarah and PHIL CROMACK (BS 02-05, 07; Staff 10, 13) a daughter, Rachel Mary Cromack, August 3, 2024, in Chicago, IL. Grandparents: Doug and MARGOT SCHLEGEL (SWC Nurse 77-78, 03-10, 13-17) Cromack, San Antonio, TX
BEA RAEMDONCK (HT 01-05; Staff 08-11) and KELLY MUEDEKING (HT 03-06; Staff 09-12, 14) Muededonck, a son, Grady Baker Muededonck, August 29, 2024, in Golden, CO. Grandparents: Dirk and LESLIE RISS (HT 63-68; Staff 69) Raemdonck, Breckenridge, CO
Jack and AMANDA OATES (Staff 09-10) Williamson, a daughter, Lucia Jane Williamson, September 6, 2024, in Nashville, TN
Jenny and DREW SCHULTE (Staff HTOEC 12, TNP 13-15, 22-Current), a daughter, Harper Lee Schulte, September 10, 2024, in Longmont, CO
Top to Bottom/Left to Right: Stacey Stephens and Zoe Kelly; Kiara and Beau Casner; Connor Butler with sister Adeline; Amanda, Jack, and Lucia Williamson; Oassia Lemma; Sarah, Phil, and Rachel Cromack; Bea, Kelly, and Grady Mudednock; Eva Crossman and Aurelio Frausto; Harper Schulte
vital statistics marriages, births & adoptions, life celebrations
marriages:
ALLISON KWESELL (Staff 03-04, 06) to Gus Faller, November1, 2023, in French Polynesia
ZACK RYAN (BS 06-12) to Monica, March 1, 2024, in Queenstown, New Zealand
GRETA OHAUS (HT 02-10; Staff 13) to Rob Lipton, June 8, 2024, in Sausalito, CA
KIM THWAITS (HT 01-08; Staff 11) to James Moehring, June 1, 2024, in Winthrop, WA
HANNAH FLINK (Staff 12-15) to Andrew Priester, June 20, 2024, in Colorado
CARLIE HOWARD (HT 05-12; Staff 15-16) to Bobby Glotfelty, June 22, 2024, in La Crosse, WI
Sanborn Marriage #84
MADELINE SMITH (HT 09-10, 13; Staff 19) to GEORGE LANGSTON (Staff 17-19), August 10, 2024, in Denver, CO
CLAIRE FOSTER (Staff 15-16) to Brendan Nash, September 14, 2024, in Raleigh, NC
LISA BOYKO (Staff 08-10) to Mark Prezbindowski, September 21, 2024, in Montrose, CO
in memoriam:
Ben Northcutt (BS Staff 73-75) May 23, 1952- May 29, 2024
Left to Right/Top to Bottom: Madeline Smith and George Langston; Zack Ryan and Monica; Carlie Howard and Bobby Glotfelty; Claire Foster and Brendan Nash; Lisa Boyko and Mark Prezbindowski; Allison Kwesell and Gus Faller; Greta Ohaus and Rob Lipton; Hannah Flink and Andrew Priester; Kim Thwaits and James Moehring
For many, including all of us at camp, October is a time of transition. The changing leaves, which are in their full glory at the beginning of the month, are suddenly on the ground by the end of the month–sometimes blown down by the first major snowstorm of the season. The annuals we planted in the early summer eventually succumb to the first hard freeze, their colors bright one final time under the glaze of frost. Even though there is a light melancholy to the changing of the seasons–fall is also the (second) favorite season for most of us at camp. We love the blue sky, golden leaves, bugling elk, bright stars, down jackets in the morning, the changing azimuth and zenith of the sun, and the time to reflect back on the summer: lessons learned, skills gained, and experience deepened.
Fall is also the time when students begin to consider their own transitions into college, life and the world. Staff members call to talk about career trajectories and ask for references while campers email and request college recommendation letters. In these requests and conversations, we all have the opportunity to slow down, take a look back over the last summer, the last four years, the last twelve years and think, “Wow. I did that.”
When transitions are big, and we are younger, it is often much easier to see the Before and After. As we age, it feels like our buckets are ever-filling and regularly overflowing, and we aren’t always sure if we are doing enough or doing the right things for the right people at the right time. For parents, this is showing up in the data. At the end of August, the U.S. Surgeon General issued an Advisory on the Mental Health and Well Being of Parents and, basically, many parents in a variety of facets of their lives are having a rough go of it.
“Throughout their lifespan, parents and caregivers often face heightened stressors, including financial strain and economic instability, time demands, concerns over children's health and safety, parental isolation and loneliness, difficulty managing technology and social media, and cultural pressures.”
We know that these stressors “disproportionately burden some parents and caregivers“ who have “fewer resources” or “who experience economic, social, political, and cultural marginalization.” Yet each of our own individual perceptions inform our realities, and for many parents today, “societal expectations, norms, and pressures to meet perceived parenting standards can contribute to stress as well.” We see that at camp when our campers ask to check their AP scores in the middle of the summer or when we hear about kids who can’t ever come to camp because they need to play club sports throughout the summer to “get the scholarship” for college.
“As technological and economic forces have reshaped the world at a rapid pace, parents may find it more difficult to prepare children for a future that is harder to anticipate. Further, a modern practice of time-intensive parenting and contemporary
expectations around childhood achievement may contribute further to the stressors faced by parents.”
So what is a parent, guardian or caregiver to do? Like we say to our camp counselors, “Just be your best self.” That seems like a tall order until you realize we have also already said, “And your “best” will look different on any given day.” Krista White, our High Trails director, gently reminds staff members to make your “To-Do’s” into “Tah-Dah’s.” Got your campers to the lodge before the Thought for the Day? Tah-Dah! Only had two spilled milks at the meal? Tah-Dah! Everyone has a water bottle? Tah-Dah! Pretty sure everyone brushed their teeth at least once? BIG Tah-Dah!
Even bigger than these task-based “Tah-Dah’s” are the real moments when kids find the opportunity to learn more about themselves, others or simply be heard by a supportive adult. Amy Scott, a therapist who has worked with our staff in years past, reminded us that, “almost my entire job is simply holding space and listening…I don’t really ever “fix” anything.” She also talks about the emotional waves we all experience: they are big, scary and eventually come crashing down…and then dissipate. When we can “ride the emotional wave” of a child’s big feelings with them (their fears, their shame, their confusion) we help them know it is both okay to feel strong emotions and help them know we also think they are amazing.
It’s time we give parents the same sense of support and community as our campers (and most of us) felt at camp. Murthy writes in the Advisory,
“we need to talk openly about the stress and struggles that come with parenting. The truth is, many parents and caregivers have a tough time with the evolving demands of parenting—from financial strain and family issues to adjusting to life with rapidly changing technology, and managing mental health challenges for themselves and their children. Many parents also struggle with a modern practice of time-intensive parenting and contemporary expectations around childhood achievement that tells them if they are not doing more and more for their children in the escalating race for success, they will fail as parents. Open dialogue about these challenges can combat feelings of shame and guilt and cultivate mutual support. It can also help build the momentum needed to ultimately shift practices and collective expectations to be more consistent with health and well-being.”
Even though you may never have had kids of your own, you are undoubtedly connected to people who have, are or will be raising children. If you have grown kids, reach out to them. If you are actively in the throes of parenting, pour yourself a cup of tea and go sit under one of those Put on your best camp counselor hat and check in on them. Find out what is going well and what isn’t, remind them about their daily “Tah-Dah’s” and help them reflect back on the day, week, month, year and collective years so they can say to themselves once again, “Wow. I did that.”
Plan Your Reunion at Camp
Have you been thinking about a Family Reunion? An adventure with old college friends? A return to camp with the JCs or Outbackers you bonded with in 1992? Or a chance to share this special place with someone who has never experienced it? The Nature Place is the perfect venue for these fun events.
Our 42 attractive rooms and three suites at The Nature Places provide comfortable, modern housing for families and friends. (Definitely an upgrade from Gold Hut or the Sherman tents). Each apartment contains two full-size beds and a Murphy bed option if needed. The Lodge is a wonderful gathering place, with plenty of comfortable seating and the dining room, where delicious buffet meals are served for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (no Able Waiters).
And, you will design your own program! If you have multiple generations for a family reunion, there is something for everyone. A variety of hikes are available right out the door from leisurely strolls through our beautiful forest, to longer more challenging hikes to high points around the property. If it is a slower pace you are looking for there is bird-watching from the Lodge deck, reading on a sunny porch or sitting in front of a warm fire. And, with the help of our talented welcoming staff you can arrange mountain bike rides, rock climbing, or even a zip-line experience for the whole family. We also have an observatory with a 17 ½ inch telescope for awe-inspiring views of the night skies.
Our staff can also help you arrange off-site adventures at nearby locations. You may want to visit the world-renowned petrified stumps and fossils from the late Eocene epoch at the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument which neighbors our property. Or, during the summer from June to Labor Day, you can arrange for a whitewater rafting trip on the Arkansas River, plan a day to nearby high alpine areas, or fish on the South Platte River.
If you are interested in planning a reunion either at the The Nature Place or at Forget-Me-Not Ranch, please contact Martie Jones Martie@thenatureplace.net or 719-748-3475
Forget-Me-Not Ranch
If your reunion group size is smaller and you want to have more flexibility and be more independent, we have a place for that too! The Forget-Me-Not Ranch is a beautiful residence on Sanborn property near Potts Spring with amazing views of Pikes Peak. Rentals are available only to camp alumni and special friends.
Located near the Potts Meadow spring tank, the home has a primary suite and additional bedroom with a king size bed that adjoins a full bath. Downstairs there is a bunk room with 3 twin beds and a full bathroom in the hallway and a secondary suite with a king size bed, coffee bar and half bath.
There is a beautiful, well-appointed kitchen with a huge island for meal prep. The kitchen blends into an attractive great room with spectacular views in all directions. In the evening, you’ll want to relax on the wrap-around deck and watch the sunset or marvel at the night sky.
The possibilities for hikes on the camp property are endless and there are many mountain biking options right out your front door. We’ll supply tubes in case you would like to travel to the Platte River for a day on the water. Nearby attractions include the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, the old mining town of Cripple Creek, Mueller State Park and 11Mile Reservoir.
Each season has its own appeal. During the summer, the days are warm and the nights are cool. The fall brings our spectacular golden aspen show. During the winter and spring there may or may not be snow and the sun shines on 90% of the days.
ANNUAL FUND DONOR LIST
We are incredibly grateful to the following alums and camp families who have made generous donations to either our Annual Fund or to the Sanborn Tomorrow Capital Campaign between January 1 and October 1, 2024. We couldn’t do what we do without your help.
MOUNT ANTERO
$50,000 and Above
American Endowment Foundation
Vergi Geurian and Josh Geurianr
PIKES PEAK
$20,000 – 49,999
F. Martin Brown Trust
Lakota Foundation
Peter and Karen Brine
A BLUFF
$10,000 – 19,999
Estate of William Comley
Mia Fisher and William Pollack
In memory of Angela Fisher
Anne and Peter Stalker
JF Maddox Foundation
Toby Utterback
In memory of Luke Stalker
Bud Wobus
In memory of Sherry Whitcher Wobus
FISH CREEK
$5,000 – 9,999
Anonymous
Allen Family Foundation
Andy, John, and Phil Allen
Jana and Steve Bohlen
In memory of Fred Bohlen
Colorado Restaurant Foundation
Mark and Elizabeth Dubinsky Daoust
Hank and Pat Hazleton Hemingway
Hugh and Arianne O’Kane
LITTLE BLUE
$2,000 – 4,999
Anonymous
In memory of Jeff Roberts
Donohue Family Foundation
Claire Donohue
Colby Fewster
The Foster Family Private Foundation
Nancy and Mark Foster
Helen Clay Frick Foundation
Laura Jenney Roe
John and Lolly Gepson
Jane Sanborn
Linda Van Winkle
January 1 – October 1, 2024
SUNDAY ROCKS
$1,000 – 1,999
Kristen and Jamie Browne
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Sam Carkhuff, Sr.
The Colorado Trust
Terry Day
Trip Friendly
Frank Gerrity Charitable Trust
Peter and Marie Gerrity
Tom and Sharon Koch
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Katharine “Kitty” Mann
J.Landis & Sharon Martin Family Foundation
Sarah Martin Stettner
Gary Missner
In memory of Ben Northcutt
Robyn Rissman
Barbara Rowley and Taylor Middleton
Lisa Schneck
Bill Schreiber Charitable Trust
In honor of Jim “Herc” Roth
Nan Shiffler
HIGH TOR
$500 – 999
Jonathan Bedway
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Helen Coltea
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Lisa Rudolph Cushman
Tom Eschenroeder
Hannah Farr
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Bobbi and Jonathan Gilbert
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Jerre and David Fussell
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Chris and Suzanne Gepson Hagen
Nancy Higgins
In memory of Chris Higgins
Jeff Horner
Carly Liebich
Al Malinowski
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Katie and Peter McKee
Phil McKnight
In memory of Sherry Wobus and Kristin McLain
Jerry and Betty McLain
In memory of Kristin McLain
Elizabeth Chandler McRae
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Sarah Mitchell
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Nancy Rodkin Rotering
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Jim “Herc” Roth
In memory of Lou Killackey
Suzanne Samardich
In honor of Barbara Rowley
B BLUFF
$250 – 499
Carolyn Mozley Beiser
Jenny and Tim Ewing
In honor of Linda and John O’Hara
Susan Henson Flury
Kerri Fabozzi
In honor of Barbara Rowley
Inner Kingdom
Bonnie and Mark Miller-McLemore
In honor of Chris and Sarah Ulizio
Allison Shutz Moskow
Charlie and Muffy Rice
Elaine and Howard Woerner
WITCHER ROCKS
Lewis and Susan Mackin Anderson
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Tim Baier
Iris Bailey
Paisley Ballard
Melinda Barman
Josiah Barron-Ramirez
Anita Blau
In honor of Paul Lhevine
Christopher Bonilla
Alan Bornstein
Carter Bowe
Carrie Brown-Wolf
Gay Bruner
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Keiko Carter
Zane Covington
M.K. Daniher
Alex and Diane Eaton
Simms Ehrlich
Micaiah Elsts
Kim Bean Higgins
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Will Jessup
Carlie Johnson
Barry Schultz King
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Frank and Suds Kyger
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Charles Kralovic
Kroger Foundation
Kathy Miller Krogh
In memory of Kristen Foseid Robbins
Max Lain
Alex Levering
Diane Lillo
In memory of Ben Northcutt
Francie Marbury
Jay and Jane Metcalf
On behalf of Emily and Linnea Metcalf
In memory of Bob Bucholz and Roger Sanborn
Grace McDevitt
Ethan Miller
Agnes Mortensen
Brooke Newsom
Delaney Nigma
Gwen Roberts Oelerich
Maggie Percival
Madeline Rowley
Kathy Ruekberg
In memory of Joe Ruekberg
Adam Siegel
Quin Smith
Gabby Stake
Andrew Starr
In memory of Max Barry
Betsy Tucker
In honor of Jane Sanborn
Judy Vaughan
In memory of Bill Comley
Alex Ulasewich
Sara Weaver
Susi Weed and Terry Doolittle
Abby Wiberg
Heidi Wigand-Nicely
Dennis Young
Forever Sanborn
Severalcontributors have chosen to make a gift through beneficiary designation in their wills, IRAs, 401k (or similar) plans or life insurance policies. If you have done so or desire to do so, please let us know so that we can make you a member of Forever Sanborn, a group of donors who have made COEC a part of their estate planning.
Why I Give
We are grateful to the following alums for explaining why they make annual donations to Colorado Outdoor Education Center/Sanborn Western Camps.
“I donate to celebrate the place that gave me some of the happiest memories of my teenage and early adult years. Camp instilled in me a deep and lifelong appreciation of nature, provided adventures I’ll never forget, and gave me four friends who have enriched my world for more than 50 years. I hope my contributions allow future generations of campers to enjoy these same gifts.” Lisa Schneck (HT 72-75; Staff 78)
“As a camper and staff member, I believe that my experiences (and those of my children) at camp were foundational and built life skills that are not easy to find today. I give because ensuring the longevity of the place and the experience are so important.” Frank Williams (BS 81-86; Staff 87-92, 95, 97; Camp parent 2013--current)
“We give to Sanborn because it helps the camp we know and love so well sustain and grow. We feel a deep connection to camp both because of me and also now through our girls, and we want Sanborn to be there for future generations the way it has been for our family.” Liz Dubinsky Daoust (HT 92-96; Staff 98; Camp parent 2018-current)
“My time at Sanborn deeply shaped my understanding of the outdoors and its transformative impact on youth. I donate because I believe in the magic of camp and the profound influence it has on our society. Ensuring that every child, regardless of financial standing, can experience this life-changing opportunity.” Josiah Barron Ramierez (BS Staff 21-24)
"I am 62 years old. I went to High Trails camp for four summers over 50 years ago. To this day, each June I think, 'did someone arrange camp for me?' As a young girl unfolding, High Trails was an invitation to a spectacular exploration- think aspen grove, boulder, wild strawberry, Indian Paint brush, Ponderosa and zillions of stars at night. Do you remember the unruly din of 'Desperado' at supper and the plaintive quiet of Sunday vespers? I do. Camp meant learning my way around a horse- even though they scared the bejesus out of me, figuring out how to tend to blisters, wet backpacks in a wet tent, cooking freezed-dried blueberry cobbler over a campfire and perpetually aiming for the watermelon prize for morning inspection that we never quite won. Camp meant living in the joyful company of girls outside at play, The message was always 'Yes! Come! Try! Play! Stretch your idea of who you thought you were and who you think you can be with us. You too belong here.' I give as a grateful love letter to High Trails and COEC for all those images so fresh and alive in my brain. I give as a way to send that very same invitation out to the next girl unfolding."
Deb Donnelley (HT 73-76)
Alum Work Day
May 4, 2024
Our annual springtime event was originally scheduled for April 27 but had to be delayed due to Mother Nature who decided to arrange for a spring snow storm in late April. However, flexibility is our mantra, and fortunately, many of our alums were also able to be flexible and to attend on the alternate date.
Flying the tents at Big Spring is a huge job every spring and a significant sign that camp will begin soon. A great crew of former Big Spring boys showed up to help Oliver, Will, and Kado erect the heavy, unwieldy canvas tents along the Ridges. HAYDEN DELIUS, ACE McCANN, GABE TRISTAIN, ANDY RUDIN, MARK GOLDBERG, PAUL FOUTZ, and MATTHEW HUFFMAN were speedy and efficient.
We always have plenty of downed limbs and slash to remove during our work day events, and a hard-working crew including CHRIS “BC” ULIZIO (and his 2-year old son, Cade, who was a big help), DAVID FUSSELL, ALEX BONILLA, MAILE MACDONALD, ANNA GORDON, TOM STAUFFER, and the PAT BOHNEN family (PAT, KAITLYN, ARTEMIS and ATHENA) took many loads from Big Spring to our slash pile.
Another crew, including BECKY ROBINSON LAVENBERG and husband, Will, JERRE FUSSELL, CARRIE BONILLA and DEB DONNELLEY worked with Elizabeth and Martie to clean up The Nature Place grounds. They tore an old fence down and did a lot of raking. Later in the day, they joined the slash crew.
Meanwhile, at High Trails, DEBORAH CHARLES FREEMAN and daughters, EMMY, HARPER, and PEYTON worked with HT Director, Krista, to rake pine needles and clean up the paths and playing fields.
BRINK MESSICK and LEVI MARABLE spent the day helping Taylor Jones finish a new mountain bike trail from the Interbarn toward The Nature Place.
Possibly the most daunting task of the day was attacked by CONNIE and ROB FRIESEN and TOM BLICKENSDERFER who took on the challenge of helping Jerry clean up his office. This formidable job resulted in many boxes of old paper leaving the office and going to the recycle bin. (This will be a continuing project for many years to come.)
At the end of the day, everyone gathered at The Nature Place for a well-deserved Happy Hour and Barbeque. Special Alum Work Day t-shirts were provided for all participants, and everyone appreciated the chance to relax and get to know their fellow workers. As always, we are incredibly grateful to those who showed up and worked hard all day to help us get the camps ready to open.
2024 Staff Chips off the Old Block:
Grace Angelides Phil and KATIE KEIM (HT 85)
Sophie Angelides Angelides Naperville, IL
Chris Bonilla Fernando and CARRE FUSSELL (HT 85-86; Staff 96) Bonilla Colorado Springs, CO
Will Coleman Rachel and RANDY COLEMAN (BS 80-81) Plantation, FL
MK Daniher Bill and AMY SAWYER (HT 84-85; Staff 86, 88) Daniher Redwood City, CA
Simms Ehrlich Stacy and JAMES EHRLICH (BS 7779) Austin, TX
Colby Fewster Wendy and BRANDON FEWSTER (d) (BS 76,78)
Nora Jenkins Stacey Nakasian and JOSEPH “JODY” JENKINS (BS 74-76; Staff 77-79, 92) North Kingstown, RI
Ethan Miller DAN (BS 80-87; Staff 88,90) and ASHLEY MANSEUR (HT 87-88) MILLER Littleton, CO
Jack Pizziferro Mike and SUSIE CARLSON (HT 84-85; Staff 92-93) Pizziferro Edwardsville, IL Grandparents: Jane and JON CARLSON (d) (BS Staff 61-63) Maryville, IL
Maddy Rowley BRUCE ROWLEY (BS 79) Wichita, KS
Ariella Randle Rogge Steve and JAN CHANDLER (HT 64-66) Randle Wichita, KS
Gabby Staker CHRISTY DUNN (HT Staff 95) Staker Kansas City, MO
Anabelle Worsham Don and LANI SOLOMON (HT 87, 89-90; Staff 94) Worsham Los Angeles, CA
Emma Young Trevor and HOLLY HUDSON (HT 79-82) Young Dexter, MI
Kai Young Rob and RHAE REIKER (HT Staff 90-95) Young Corvallis, OR
Do you know any outstanding college-aged students who love being in the outdoors and would be caring, responsible role models for our campers? If so, please direct them to the “Employment” navigation link on our website: www.sanbornwesterncamps.com
Thank you for helping us continue to find the best staff members in the country!
2024 Chips off the Old Block: the
second, third & fourth generations in camp
Reese Allen, 12
Rachel and ROBERT “BOBBY” ALLEN (BS 90-92; Staff 2000)
Wylie, TX
Grandparents: Diane and JOHN ALLEN (BS 63-68; Staff 70-71) Tulsa, OK
Philip Angelides, 14 Phil and KATIE KEIM (HT 85)
Kayang Armour, 12
Angelides Naperville, IL
MOLLY ARMOUR (HT 89-92, 97; Staff 01)- Carter Carbondale, CO
Weiss Band, 10 Hunter and SASHI WEISS (HT 90-94) Band New Orleans, LA
Jackson Bartlett, 13
BRIAN BARTLETT (BS 90-94; Staff 96) Colorado Springs, CO
Clyde Beatty, 16 Stephanie Parrott and DIXON Vance Beatty, 11 BEATTY (BS 78-79) Oakland, CA
Jayden Bentley, 11 ANNA PATTERSON (d) (HT 95Hudson Bentley, 8 97) Basalt, CO
Molly Berger, 11
Grandfather: BART BERGER (BS Alice Berger, 8 60-65; Staff 66) Littleton, CO
Hamilton Biggar, 8 Hamilton and BECCA SMALLEY (HT 92-94, 96-99) Biggar Cleveland Heights, OH
Jameson Bock, 9 Grandfather: GROVE BOCK (BS Magnolia Bock, 10 66-67) Omaha, NE
Alexander Bonilla, 16
Fernando and CARRE FUSSELL (HT 85-86; Staff 96) Bonilla Colorado Springs, CO
Fiona Bosch, 13 Kirstin and NICK BOSCH (BS 94, 96-97) Glenside, PA
Oliver Bradley, 10 Taylor and ALICE JACKSON (HT Davison Bradley, 8 97-98) Bradley Fort Worth, TX
Aneesa Bretag, 13 NIKKI (SWC Staff 14-current Melissa Bretag, 10 and DAVID (SWC Staff 15-16) BRETAG Florissant, CO
Kaden Bright-Frare, 10 Todd and WILL BRIGHT (BS 9196; Staff 99)-Frare Denver, CO
Stefan Brock-Utne, 15 JENNIFER ROBILLARD (HT 85, 87-89) Brock-Utne, Dallas, TX
Esther Brograve, 16 HARRIET HARGRAVE (HT Staff 89-90, 93, 05) Portland, OR Pierce Buhayar, 10 Sarah and ANDREW BUHAYAR (BS Staff 99) Seattle, WA
Oliver Burnette, 14 Grandmother: JAN WELLS (HT Nora Burnette, 10 65-66) Hooker Spring Hill, TN
Auden Butkus, 8 Grant and MOLLY TUCKER (HT 99-00; Staff 2004) Butkus Houston, TX Grandparents: BOB (BS Staff 73,79) and TERRY SPRINGGATE (BS Nurse 79) TUCKER Prairie Village, KS
Sarah Callahan, 15 Jim and REBECCA KUCKER (HT 86-89) Callahan Lone Tree, CO
Cody Callahan, 13 Susie St. John and COURTNEY CALLAHAN (BS 81-82, 85) Alameda, CA
Griffin Carlton, 10 Lance and LYNN HOFFMAN (HT 86-89) Carlton Kansas City, MO
Bailey Carswell, 10 Dane and JESSICA O’NEIL (HT Staff 02) Carswell Abington, PA
Teddy Chauner, 16 Ramona and ANDREW Molly Chauner, 14 CHAUNER (BS 89-90) Northbrook, IL
Anna Clausen, 13 APRIL HARTMAN (HT 87-88) Omaha, NE
Peyton Clay, 13 Jordan and KATIE McKEE (HT 96-97) Clay Wynnewood, PA
Gigi Cole, 13 MADELINE McCUE (HT 90-92) Santa Fe, NM
Owen Cooper, 15 STEVE (BS Staff 95,99) and JENNY SMITH (HT Staff 99 COOPER Greenwood Village, CO
Vaughn Copaken, 10 Ellen and JAMIE COPAKEN (BS 84-86, 88; Staff 94) Mission Hills, KS
Townes Cope, 13
Katie Wilkes and DYLAN COPE (BS 90-98; Staff 01) Tulsa, OK
Matthew Costanzo, 11 Grandfather: ANDY SMITH (BS 58-60; Staff 65-66) Innsbrook, MO
Roxie Coughlin, 13 Curtis Coughlin and KATIE CHATFIELD (HT 86-87) Aurora, CO
Lillian Coyne, 9
Carter Crawford, 9
MJ Cruz, 12
Lucy Daoust, 13
Annie Daoust, 11
JULIE COYNE (HT 82-84)
Montclair, NJ
Beth and JOHN CRAWFORD (BS 96) Maple Valley, WA
MEGAN COLEMAN (HT 95-97) Vizena Prospect Heights, IL
Mark and ELIZABETH
DUBINSKY (HT 92-96; Staff 98)
Phoebe Daoust, 10 Daoust Orinda, CA
Reese Davis, 13
Quinn DeFoor, 8
BROOKE HAGER (HT 94) Davis St. Louis, MO
Bradley DeFoor and EMILY
PETERS JOHNSON (HT 91-92)
San Francisco, CA
Solomon Denenberg, 12 Steve and TIPPI MAGID (HT 7683; Staff 86-89) Denenberg Omaha, NE
Kylie Diamond, 15
ALEXIS BAIZER (HT 90-96)
Diamond Lafayette, CO
Greyson Dillman, 16 William Dillman and MELISSA TODD (HT 83-84) Toledo, OH
David Dorris, 12
Jacob Down, 12
Grandparents: Sue and GEORGE DORRIS III (BS 54-55) St. Louis, MO
Jacob and CARRIE SMALLEY
Tommy Down, 10 (HT 89-97; Staff 98) Down Carbondale, CO
Maeve Edelston, 8
Taylor Endecott, 14
Andrew and LAUREN MILLER (HT 91-92) Edelston Glencoe, IL
Craig and LAURA JONES (HT 95Parker Endecott, 13 98) Endecott Baldwin City, KS
Cole Esrick, 13
Grandfather: RICHARD JONES (BS 58) Shawnee Mission, KS
Erica and DAN ESRICK (BS 8385) Jamaica Plain, MA
Gigi Euston, 10 Angie and GEOFF EUSTON (BS 82-84) Chicago, IL
Grandfather: GREG EUSTON, SR (BS 55-57; Staff 59-60) Jacksonville, FL
Deacon Ferrell, 14
Mike Ferrell and EMILY
Edie Ferrell, 12 GORDON (HT 93-95)
Grayson Ferrell, 8 Wynnewood, PA
Henry Fischer, 10 Woody and LIZ CONNELLY (HT 90-95; Staff 98-99) Fischer Pasadena, CA
George Fitzpatrick, 16 CAROLINE BURKE (HT 88-90; Staff 94) Fitzpatrick San Mateo, CA
Beatrice Foster, 11 Abigail and MIKE FOSTER (BS 78-80) Pittsburgh, PA
Emmy Freeman, 16 DEBORAH CHARLES (HT 83) Freeman Denver, CO
Charlie Pidot, 13 Emily and PHILIP “FLIP” PIDOT (BS 88-9, 92) Locust Valley, NY
Austin Rasch, 13 Grandparents: Kathy and RICH BUCHOLZ (BS 62, 64-66; Staff 71) St. Louis, MO
Nolan Redmond, 14 Jennifer and HAYES REDMOND (BS 83-84) Parker, CO
Lena Remer, 10 Ben and JULIANA DOYLE (HT 88-89) Remer Highlands Ranch, CO Grandparents: Michael and JILL DYE (HT 62-63; Staff 68-69) Doyle
Henry Reneker, 14
Ben and KATIE FRIESEN (HT8893: Staff 95, 97-98) Reneker
Carmel Valley, CA Grandparents: ROB (BS 62; Staff 65-68) and CONNIE McWILLIAMS (HT Staff 66-68) FRIESEN Denver, CO
Georgia Richardson, 15 Mark and ALICE ZECHER (HT 89-90; Staff 96) Richardson Jakarta, Indonesia
Will Richter, 15 Anne and KURT RICHTER (BS
Charlotte Richter, 13 78-80) Washington, DC
Cerys Rickard, 14 Luke and MEGAN SHELLMAN
Dylan Rickard, 12 (HT 85-90; Staff 99) Rickard Durango, CO
Amelia Rieger, 10
Bethany and TOM RIEGER (BS 83-84) Parker, CO
Grandfather: DAVID RIEGER (BS Staff 60) Denver, CO
Carter Anderson Rissman, 16 John Anderson and STEVE RISSMAN (BS Staff 83-84) Broomfield, CO
Luna Robbins, 8 Josh and KAYLEE ACUFF (HT 91, 94, 96) Robbins Littleton, CO
Bridget Robinson, 10 Hanley and JEFF ROBINSON (BS Staff 98-00) Anchorage, AK
Benjaman Rouse, 10 Meggin and JONATHAN ROUSE
Stella Rouse, 12 (BS 84-85, 87, 90-91) Battlement Mesa, CO
Beau Ryan, 13 Autumn and HAYDEN RYAN (BS 93-95) Tulsa, OK
Isabelle Salfi, 10 Frank and SARAH SHENTON
Michael Salfi, 10 (HT 93-95, 98-99) Salfi Caldwell, NJ
Iris Savage, 12 Adam Savage and PAGET HINES (HT 84-85) Atlanta, GA
Pippa Schaupner, 15 Daniel Schaupner and LINDSEY TODD (HT 87-88) Cincinnati, OH
Theodora Schmidt, 10 Marina and DAVID SCHMIDT
Elena Schmidt, 8 (BS 96-98; Staff 01, 04-05) St. Louis, MO
Eleanor Schofield, 10 Katie and DOUG SCHOFIELD (BS 90-93) Edwards, CO
Penelope Schofield, 8 LEVI SCHOFIELD (BS 88, 90-91) Cave Creek, AZ
Carter Schutt, 10 Katie and CHRIS SCHUTT (BS 94-96, 98, 01) Bozeman, MT
Breanna Searle, 15 Justin Searle and DANA BREITENSTEIN (HT 78-82; Staff 85-86, 88-89) Denver, CO. Grandparents: Karla and PETE BREITENSTEIN (BS 51-54) Denver, CO
Ella Sebree, 12 Jolyn and FRANK SEBREE (BS 83-84) Kansas City, MO
Addie Seidel, 16 Darren Seidel and ELAINE PAUL (HT 81-83) Pacific Palisades, CA
Charlotte Seward, 8 Chris and DELTA STOKES (87-89, 91) Seward St. Louis, MO
Thatcher Shannon, 12 Laura and KYLE SHANNON (BS Fuller Shannon, 15 89; Staff 93) Tulsa, OK
Jack Siegfried, 13 Luke and ADRIENNE HART (HT 87, Staff 93) Siegfried San Mateo, CA
Ava Silverman, 16 David and AMY ZWIBEL (HT Maya Silverman, 15 83-85, 87, 89; Staff 93) Silverman Louisville, CO
Asha Simmons, 9 Ian and LIESEL PRITZKER (HT 95) Simmons Concord, MA
