Meet Ryan!

"I'm Ryan Hoelscher and I'm studying Radio/TV/Film at East Tennessee State University. My favorite event at camp is Counselor Hunt."

Meet Caroline Bauerschmidt!

"My name is Caroline Bauerschmidt and I go to Transylvania University (not a vampire, just pale). My favorite thing about camp is any time I spend in the Art Barn and playing magic tamb, and my least favorite thing about camp is the 358 days I had to wait before coming back each year as a camper!"

Meet Melissa!

'My name is Melissa, and I go to the University of Tennessee! When I'm not cheering for the Vols, you can find me studying pre-pharmacy or painting. My favorite parts about camp are hiking and arts and crafts!"

Meet Elle!

"I go to UTChatt and major in Biology and my two favorite parts about camp are hikes and magic tambourine!!"

Meet Andrew!

"Hey y'all, I am a freshman at Austin Peay State University. I am a very active person and in my free time I like to play sports, hike, fish, and hang out with friends and family. I am super excited to see all of you up on the mountain this summer!"

Meet JoMo!

"Hey everyone!! I'm Joy Morgan, but a lot of people call me JoMo! I go to Ole Miss and I'm majoring in Chemistry. My favorite part about camp is either counselor hunt or the camp dance!!"

Meet Timothy!

"Hello campers! I’m Timothy, a freshman psych major at Berry College. I’m from Clarksville, TN (it’s about an hour north of Nashville), and I enjoy hiking, singing, reading, and discovering alternative facts! For example, did you know that Australians designed boomerangs to come back because kangaroos are impulsive kleptomaniacs, and tended to just steal regular sticks? It’s not true! But what IS true is that Camp has been a big part of my life since middle school, and I’m super excited to join you all as a counselor this summer! See you on the mountain!"

Meet Catherine!

"Hey! I'm Catherine Daymude and I am double majoring in Biology and Anthropology at American University in Washington D.C. My favorite things at camp are singing, hanging out in the art barn, and going to Stone Door! Can't wait!"

Meet Bryan!

"My name is Bryan Moore and I attend the University of Memphis with a major in Health Sciences. My hobbies are tennis, golf, music, Netflix, and the outdoors. I claim to be the best and worst saxophonist at camp. My favorite parts about camp are the various hikes and coffee house!"

Meet Jake!

"My name is Jake Epperson (left). I am currently a sophomore at the College of Charleston studying Athletic Training. In my free time I enjoy tending to my cattle, playing competitive croquet, and taking long walks on short piers while listening to "Dust in the Wind" by Kansas. My favorite things about camp are Coffee House, hiking, and swimming in the safest pool in America."

Last but certainly not least is Win! We hope you all have enjoyed these staff announcements! • • "My name is Win Bassett, and I'm Camp Co-Director this year. I couldn't be more excited to serve the youth of the Episcopal Church by helping to lead CGM, and I look forward to getting to know all of our campers. During the school year, I teach and coach boys at Montgomery Bell Academy in Nashville, and I met my wife, Gracie Killman Bassett (a loyal CGM alumna), at Yale Divinity School, My favorite thing about Camp is the people—from the wonderful ladies preparing the food to all the campers that make Camp happen each year."

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Now it is time to introduce our fearless leaders! This summer we will have two co-directors at camp. First up is Caroline!! • "I grew up attending CGM from 1998-2004 and served on staff in 2005. (Don't do the math, it makes me feel old.) Currently, I am a full-time mom -- almost-2-year-old James will be with me for most of camp! Previously, I worked in fundraising at various nonprofits, and in sales/operations at a startup company. Once upon a time, I was the youth minister at Christ Church Cathedral in Nashville, and an intern at St. George's Episcopal Church, Nashville. I am so excited to be back at camp this summer as co-director!"

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Next up is our assistant director, Carter Webster! • "Hi everyone, I'm Carter! I am a senior at Middle Tennessee State University studying Child Development and Family Studies. I graduate in August of this year, yay! I have been coming to camp since 2005, I am so excited to take on this leadership position this summer and use my love for camp in such a special way! My favorite part about camp is the Friday of each session, I love seeing how close everyone has gotten and making the most of the last day."

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Another very exciting staff announcement, meet Mr. Ethan Long!! • • "Hey y’all! I’m Ethan and I’m a freshman at the University of Tennessee. I’m majoring in aerospace engineering and have been going to camp since seventh grade. My favorite things are trips to the res and magic bars. Looking forward to a great summer!!"

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