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Executive Director of Camp Akita
As the Executive Director of Camp Akita, Scot Nicoll provides consistent leadership and vision to all programming and facility needs at Camp Akita. Scot started as a first year counselor during his college years at Willamette University and most recently spent 5 years as the Program Director.
Scot holds a masters degree in Economics from the University of Oregon and is a lifelong outdoor enthusiast. He brings a wealth of experience in outdoor programming for young people, and this experience guides his oversight for all of the camping opportunities at Akita.
SNicoll@CampAkita.org | all staff
Summer Camp Director
As the Summer Camp Director, Tim is responsible for the planning and operation of all summer programs at Akita, including Summer Camp sessions, L.I.F.E. Guard, Backcountry, and Family Camp. He also manages the summer staff of counselors and leaders and oversees the hiring and training process.
Tim holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State University. He spent five summers working as a counselor and leader at Akita starting in 2003, and began his current role in 2012. Tim was a volunteer youth leader at First Community Church for eight years and has been involved in numerous groups and activities at the church and at Akita.
TCarlson@CampAkita.org | all staff
Program Director
Andy manages the program delivery of Akita and helps facilitate education-focused rental groups. He also oversees the development, marketing, and delivery of outdoor programs to all other rental groups. Andy previously served as the Middle School Program Coordinator for First Community Church.
A trained and experienced field botanist, Andy brings a passion for the outdoors to his new role. He has completed the National Park Ranger Institute, and his job combines his deep knowledge of outdoor education with his many years as a leader at Camp Akita.
AFrick@CampAkita.org | all staff
Assistant Camp Director, High School
Sarah first worked at Akita in 2006 and has served as a Counselor, Adventure Program Director, and Program Team Member. In 2010, Sarah became an Assistant Camp Director. Sarah's responsibilities include providing the message for the high school camp sessions, directing the L.I.F.E. Guard program, and leading the Akita Backcoutry and La Vida backpacking trips.
Sarah graduated from Washington and Lee University in 2009 with a major in English and a minor in Poverty Studies. Her noteworthy adventures include sky diving in Texas, white water rafting in Colorado, zip lining in Costa Rica, and sliding down waterfalls in the Dominican Republic.
SKientz@FCchurch.com | all staff
Assistant Camp Director, Middle School
Sam first worked as a counselor at Akita in 2007 and was also a Program Team Member for three summers. This year, Sam's primary responsibility is to deliver the message during all middle school camp sessions while building relationships with middle school–aged campers.
Sam graduated from the University of Kentucky in 2011, earning a degree in Middle School Education. He brings countless hours of experience working with middle school aged youth, both in a traditional school setting and in a camp environment.
SDonovan@FCchurch.com | all staff
Assistant Camp Director, K–5
Dawn is serving her 13th year at Camp Akita, providing leadership for our elementary age campers. Dawn brings a strong background of education, experience, and passion for youth to our summer camp program. Prior to her work at the church, Dawn spent 12 years working with inner-city youth and families with a focus on counseling, and leading social development and camping experiences for youth. With a B.A. in Psychology, a M.A. in Counseling and over 20 years experience in working with children, Dawn brings the knowledge and sensitivity to help our youngest campers feel safe, while they develop their understanding of a loving God, an appreciation of nature, and how to live peacefully in a community with peers within a camp environment.
DCostin@FCchurch.com | all staff
Minister of Mission
KShaner@FCchurch.com | all staff
Camp Akita Resource Manager
Bobbi@FCchurch.com | all staff
Camp Akita Administrative Coordinator
LPatrisDeBreuil@FCchurch.com | all staff
Facilities Director & Camp Administrator
DanitaL@CampAkita.org | all staff
Maintenance Director
MYoung@CampAkita.org | all staff
Food Services Director
SRawlings@CampAkita.org | all staff