2023 Camp Wingra Bios
Returning Counselors
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Paige
Hey there campers! I am thrilled to be spending my 3rd summer at Camp Wingra, and this one is going to be the best one yet! I have spent the last 9 months living on in small community called Kulaniapia Community Project on the big island of Hawaii! On Hawaii I spent my days working on our farm, working for a sustainable bed and breakfast, and hosting farm-to-table cooking classes.
I feel SO lucky to be able to return to Madison for the summer and spend my time on the lakes with the Madison Boats community. I hold a special place in my heart for summers in Madison. I will be spending my time this summer at Marshall Boathouse, and I cannot wait to share the magic of Camp Wingra with all you wonderful campers (returners and newbies) Be prepared for some intense games of fireball. See you SOON!
Jadee
Hi everyone!
I am currently studying at the University of Wisconsin La Crosse and majoring in Physical, Adapted, and School Health Education. I love being active and playing volleyball with friends, hiking, fishing, and painting. I am super excited to return at Camp Wingra for my second year of counseling! I love being outside on the water and fishing especially! I can’t wait to see some familiar faces and meet so many new campers!
Zach
Hi everyone! My name is Zach and I’m super excited about my second summer at Camp Wingra. I’m from Lakeville, Minnesota which is just a little south of the twin cities. This fall I’ll be starting my senior year at UW Madison majoring in Kinesiology Exercise and Movement Science. When I’m not busy doing school, I love going fishing, listening to music, playing basketball, agate hunting, and hanging with my roommates. Can’t wait to catch some lunkers with you guys and get out on the lakes again this summer!
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Ajalae
Hello my name is Aj! I am studying Physical Education at the University of Wisconsin. I love spending time outside in the summer by swimming, kayaking, fishing and more. I worked at Camp Wingra last summer and it was a great experience. I can't wait to make a lot of fun new memories!
New Counselors
Cate
Hi everyone!! My name is Cate and I am SO excited to start my first summer at Camp Wingra! I’ve been apart of the Wingra boathouse staff for two years and am ready for another summer on the lake! I am currently studying Political Science and Education at College of the Holy Cross in Massachusetts. I love being active and trying new things. In my free time I enjoy running, paddle boarding, hammocking, and spending time with friends and family! I can’t wait to meet everyone and have an awesome summer at Camp Wingra!
Teddy
Hi everyone! I am currently a student at the University of Wisconsin - Madison. I am majoring in k-12 physical education and minoring in health education and adapted PE. In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors, going out to eat, playing sports, hanging out with friends and family, and fishing! I am passionate about the outdoors and water activities and I'm really looking forward to joining Camp Wingra this summer. Can't wait to have a blast at camp with everyone!
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Ty
Hello everyone! I'm Ty and I couldn't be more thrilled to begin my first summer at Camp Wingra! I hail from the charming town of Merrill, WI, which is a mere 2.5-hour drive north of Madison. Come fall, I'll be starting my senior year at UW Madison, where I'm pursuing a degree in Kinesiology Exercise Movement and Science, alongside certificates in Athletic Healthcare and Global Health. Apart from academics, I'm a massive outdoor enthusiast, and nothing gets me more fired up than fishing, kayaking, golfing, and just generally taking in the beauty of the outdoors. I have a feeling this summer is going to be absolutely epic, and I can't wait to meet each and every one of you!
Ally
Hi everyone! My name is Ally and I’m super excited for my 1st year at Camp Wingra! I just completed my freshman year at UW-Milwaukee and I’m majoring in Psychology. I love anything outdoors, especially running, hiking, biking, being on the lake, and spending time with friends. When I’m not outside, I love to play card games, euchre especially, and read. I love Wisconsin summers and can’t wait to meet everyone! It’s going to be an awesome summer!
Brontë
Hello all! I’m Brontë and I am so pumped to be joining the counselors at Camp Wingra this year! I’ve lived in Madison my whole life and moved to the downtown area this past year. I work as a lead usher at the Overture Center and a standardized patient for the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. I love living in Madison because of how great it is for outdoor activities! My favorite activities include biking, kayaking, roller blading, swimming and fishing. This summer is gonna be great and I can’t wait to make some awesome memories!
Camp Admin
Summer
CAMP DIRECTOR
I grew up on Lake Wingra, jumping off paddle boats and learning to paddle board. I got my first job at Wingra Boats at 14 and then later helped create the first year of Camp Wingra before leaving to join the Peace Corps. In 2015, I moved back to Madison after coordinating REI's Outdoor Programs on the East Coast, because Wingra Boats has always been home. I have three little boys, Justice, Caspian and Sonny and during the year we spend most of our days outside exploring and getting dirty.
Debi
Camp Consultant
I am a retired elementary school teacher, and coordinated Camp Wingra for over 7 years. Although I am not in the same role as I have been before, I will still be around the boat houses paddling, planting flowers, as well as working with Summer and the counselors.
