Staff2025-04-30T18:40:21+00:00

Meet our awesome staff

Chuck and Bev Black – Camp & Program Director

Hello! Chuck and Bev here, ready to start year three as Directors. We can’t wait to have you at the camp and see the amazing transformations here over the summer. Make sure you stop and say hi when you see us at check in!

Lori B. – Kitchen Director

Hello! My name is Lori and this is my second year as Kitchen Director for Camp Wakeshma. I have been cooking and baking for most of my life, and I love to make people happy by making something delicious! I am anxious to bring my love for creating in the kitchen, to the campers and staff of Camp Wakeshma. I am also related to your wonderful Directors Chuck and Bev, who can attest that my skills in the kitchen are credible…please, help yourself to a cookie! It’s going to be a great summer.

Matt M. – Waterfront Director

I’m from Evergreen Park, Illinois and am currently a freshman at Indiana University. This is my fourth summer spent working on Corey Lake. I’ve been a lifeguard for the past 3 years and am excited to take on the role of Waterfront Director this year. My favorite part of working at Camp Wakeshma has always been teaching sailing and getting to meet our amazing campers each week. I’m looking forward to another great summer in Three Rivers and celebrating Camp Wakeshma’s 100th Celebration!

Kate G.- Store/Arts and Crafts Director

Hi!! My name is Kate and I’m from Chicago, Illinois! This will be my fourth year on staff and my eight year here at camp! I am so excited to be working in the store this summer and can’t wait to see you all!!

Brianna K. – Office Secretary

I started camping in 2016 and I instantly fell in love with camp and have never left since! I’ve just about done it all! Since 2021, I have been a jc, counselor, unit leader, assistant program director, and this year I’m stepping into a new role as secretary! Camp has truly given me it all and I am looking forward to celebrating its 100th Celebration this year 🙂

Ryan S. – Outdoor Education Coordinator

Hi, I’m Ryan from Evergreen Park, Illinois! I spent six years as a camper at Camp Wakeshma, and this will be my third year on staff. I’m excited to help preserve the nature that surrounds us and guide the campers through an unforgettable summer. Can’t wait for summer ‘25!

Megan L. – Unit Leader

Hi! My name is Megan and I am from Portage, Michigan! This will be my fourth summer working at camp and I can’t wait for this summer!

Samantha V. -Med Shed

Hi Camp Wakeshma! My name is Sam and I’m excited to begin my second year in the Med Shed Director. I am pumped to see the staff and campers and help with their medical needs. I have a passion for health care and taking care of others. A quick fact,(whisper) the Camp Directors are my in-laws:) Can’t wait for the summer!

Mickey J. and Bubba L. – Unit Leader’s

We cannot wait to be back at C.W. this year and are excited to return this year as units again!  This will be our 4th summer working at camp and together on staff. Our favorite things about camp are the lifelong memories campers get to create and the CBS!! (iykyk)

Matt E.- Unit Leader
Hi! My name is Matt and I’m from Chicago, IL. This will be my tenth summer at Camp Wakeshma. I can’t wait to come back to camp in a new role as Unit for the 100th year celebration (buy merch from our pop up store)!!
“My favorite part about camp is all of the incredible donations we get from parents every week so please feel free, especially food.”
Molly T. – Unit Leader

Hi! My name is Molly and I am from Evergreen Park, Illinois. This will be my fifth summer at camp and my third on staff. I am attending the University of Illinois next year and can’t wait for summer 2025!

Jack-Med Shed Assistant

This will be my first summer supervising Sam. She will be under my watchful eye to give everyone the best care. Stop by and see me when I am out and about.

Shammy-Office Assistant

This is my second summer watching over the office. My brother Teddy will be here this year but cats rule and dogs drool! See ya soon!-meow

Teddy – Office Support Staff

Meet our new Office Support Staff, Teddy! Teddy joined our family last Fall and He is ENERGY! Abby passed last year and we picked up this cute little puppy with a Lab mix tag. Well as he continued to grow the Vet confirmed He was indeed a Great Dane! Oh My! His heart is as big as his body and He loves everyone. Make sure you say hi when you see him.

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