Every Camp Director needs a team: meet your 2024 dream team to make it all happen!
interested in being a camp counselor? Remember to check box “Yes” on the registration form when asked if you would like to be a camp counselor.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
• Communicate all operations of summer camp to your cabin mates from Camp Director
• Plan meals and supplies within your cabin, arrange carpool, other logistics
• Manage to timelines to ensure plannings smoothly
• Promote cabin unity with fun ideas and team bonding, and a cabin name
• Work with Camp Director on activities and games itinerary
• Serve as a sounding board for any conflict which arises in your cabin
• Attend (3+) planning meetings, including painting cabin signs
• Serve on voting committee for Tlirgin of the Year and other Cabin Competitions
• Enjoy a unique “Thank You” gift
Jocelyn Burbidge, Camp Director
Jocelyn created Camp Tluda in 2011 from just wanting to to reserve some cabins, and make some t-shirts. It grew into so much more. As Camp Director, she starts planning for the next session right after the previous, by gathering dates and availability, then booking cabins, and on from there with blood, sweat and tears - mostly blood.
Jocelyn enjoys spreadsheets, red vines, Grey’s Anatomy and curled Doritos.
Ian Taylor, Assistant Camp Director
Ian remains one of the few who enjoyed the inaugural 2011 summer of camp. With the exception of 2013, Ian has been to every camp session since the beginning. He is one of the many hearts of adult summer camp, bringing his chugging abilities, grilling tactics, and unforgettable hugs to the group.
Ian has hung up his Counselor hat and is stepping into his new role as Assistant Camp Director. Ian has been instrumental in partnering with the Camp Director ranging from managing the transport of all vital camp operations, year-round planning support, putting the needs of camp over his own and the go-to person where the Camp Director is absent. We know he will thrive in his new role!
Allie Vaughan, Camp Counselor
Ever since 2016, Allie has been one of the biggest cheerleader for Camp Tluda. From her enthusiastic application to her hands full of merchandise from the store, she has always made her attendance to camp a priority. She plays every game, eats every snack, and there is no evidence of frowns on this lady.
This will be Allie’s fourth year as a camp counselor and we are excited to have that inclusive, positive energy in the woods. Just make sure you specify if a dessert treat is single serving for for a family of six.
Kinsley Ogunmola, Camp Counselor
Kinsley was Tlirgin of the Year his first year in 2019 and has dedicated A+ attendance to now, being a counselor for the first time! Kinsley is mostly known for his ability to make amazing meals, misread brownie labels, and his world famous one handed claps.
This year he is no new counselor but a Sophomore to share his experience of yester year. We are always excited to see new counselors taking a chance - we hope he enjoys it!
Marlow Mercer, Camp Counselor | Brand Designer
Marlow was a 2011 Camp Tluda alumni when the idea of summer camp was just a weekend away with matching shirts. The following year while she attended design school, Marlow started working on a logo. From there the logo was used for marketing materials and stickers.
In 2020, Marlow started designing the camp T-shirts, as well as a logo rebrand of many of the camp camp apparel. In 2023, she also designed one of our two first T-shirts that wee not year based. Marlow continues to think of new product ideas and design and has really elevated the Camp Tluda look, feel and brand.
Ambar kok de Mercado, Camp Counselor
Ambar is coming in her fourth year, a senior, at Camp Tluda. She is a professional thriftier, can make or build anything that has an ounce of creativity. Pairing with that comes her kindness and generosity - need help on a craft project? She may offer her services.
Once voted best laugh, Ambar is steppig into her first year as a camp counselor. We know she’ll be a great addition to the Tluda Team!
Shantel Liebig, Camp Counselor
Shantel is coming back as a super senior, or a Freshmen for higher campucation. This will be her fifth year of bringing that competitive edge, culinary delight, reactional leisurely fun and a big camp energy. She enjoys dogs, hikes, outdoor adventures, but not to exclude a fine wine and well cooked meal. Legends has it she makes a mean Big Mac.
Shantel brings fresh eyes to her first year as a counselor and we can’t wait to have her on the team!
Loren Mercado, Photographer
Loren not only enjoys taking photographs and video, she takes her job seriously. She is running around ensuring every moment is captured so we can all enjoy the Reels in the future. She also asks a lot of interview questions so we can bring back “Camp Moments” from 2013.
Loren is officially an alumni counselor this year. She did a phenomenal job her first year and we are thrilled to have her back as a counselor.