Youth Camp

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Valerie Regner

Director

Valerie Regner standing in front of a net.

Education/Qualifications
I have a Bachelor’s in Recreation Administration from Sacramento State University and 15 years of Challenge Course experience. I am also a certified Level 2 ACCT Facilitator.

Why do you love the outdoors?
It just smells better out there.

Three Favorite Hobbies
Karaoke, dancing, and staying away from social media.

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Joelle Sullfrank

Outdoor Trip Lead and Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
BS Degree

Why do you love the outdoors?
It’s where I feel the most comfortable.

Three Favorite Hobbies
Tennis, dancing, and running.

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Alexandra Sandaval

Camp Counselor

Education/Qualifications
CSUS Student

Why do you love the outdoors?
I love the sun!

Three Favorite Hobbies
Yoga, antiquing, and rollerskating.

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Noble Mahan

Outdoor Trip Leader, Youth Camp Counselor, and Challenge Center Facilitator

Noble

Education/Qualifications
Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation. Recreation Administration minor

Favorite thing to do outdoors?
Backpacking!

 

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Stephanie Galvan

Youth Camp Counselor, Outdoor Trip Leader, and Challenge Center Facilitator

Stephanie and her dog

Education/Qualifications
Rec Parks and Tourism Admin, Wilderness and Remote First Aid Certified, River Rescue certified, Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, and 3 years working at the Challenge Center and 1 year as a camp counselor.

Why do you love the outdoors? 
I love the outdoors because it helps me enter a peaceful mindset. It also recharges and heals my body and inner self. I also love seeing the beautiful views. 

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Jariyah Lott

Camp Counselor

Lott on the grass

Education/Qualifications
Third year at Sac State.

Why do you love the outdoors?
It’s peaceful, and you can learn so much being outdoors.

Three favorite hobbies?
Gardening, singing, and jewelry making.

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Journey Thompson

Outdoor Trip Leader and Explorer Camp Counselor

Journey in front of a waterfall in Yosemite

Education/Qualifications
Certification in Natural Resource Management. BS in Recreation Administration.

Why do you love the outdoors?
I feel most like myself when I’m outdoors. It brings me peace like nothing else.

Three favorite hobbies?
Hiking, reading, and running.

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Kandace East

Camp Counselor

Kandice in her room

Education/Qualifications
Majoring in Nutrition and Hospitality.

Why do you love the outdoors?
I love how there is always something new to explore! There is so much beauty in nature. 

Three favorite hobbies?
Cooking, going to concerts, and hanging with friends.

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Gjia Ayson

Outdoor Trip Leader, Youth Camp Counselor, and Challenge Center Facilitator

Gija

Education/Qualifications
BA in Psychology, CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Favorite things to do outdoors?
ANYTHING outdoors and I’m there! You can do anything indoors, outdoors!

 

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Angelina Fanning

Outdoor Trip Leader, Youth Camp Counselor & Challenge Center Facilitator

Ang

Education/Qualifications
Degree in Health Science and Recreation Therapy 
CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Favorite thing to do outdoors?
Caving, because I love hanging with bats :D!

 

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Alondra Flores

Outdoor Trip Leader and Camp Counselor

Alondra in front of mountain

Education/Qualifications
Psychology Major 

Why do you love the outdoors?
It helps me feel connected to something bigger than myself.

Three favorite hobbies?
Going to coffee shops with friends, seeing live music, and going to ANY park. 

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Raymond Madeiros

Camp Counselor

Raymond with an alien

Education/Qualifications
Majoring in Kinesiology

Why do you love the outdoors?
I feel connected to the balance and beauty of nature.

Three favorite hobbies?
Working out, skating, and arts & crafts. 

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Annaleise Smith

Outdoor Trip Leader & Youth Camp Counselor

Annaleise at the beach

Qualifications/Education: Pursuing B.A in Communication Studies, CPR & Wilderness First Aid

Why do you love the outdoors? I love the outdoors because it connects us with ourselves, others, and Mother Nature. Every adventure creates meaningful and life-long memories. Adventure is out there!

What are your three favorite hobbies? Backpacking, growing plants, and petting Chicken (my cat)

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Juan Garcia

Outdoor Trip Lead and Camp Counselor

Garcia

Education/Qualifications
Pursuing a BS in Business Accounting.

Why do you love the outdoors?
It is an escape from the complexities of life.

Three Favorite Hobbies
Volleyball, watching sci-fi movies, and playing FPS games.