Meet the staff!
2026 Camp Wingra Staff
Summer Jarosky
Camp Wingra Director
Summer's connection to Wingra began early—she grew up jumping off paddleboats, learning to paddleboard on a windsurf board, and swimming across the lake. At 14 she began working for Wingra Boats, and later in 2007, she founded Camp Wingra before leaving to serve in the Peace Corps.
Before returning to Madison in 2015, Summer worked as the REI Outdoor Programs Coordinator in New York. She went on to manage Wingra Boats for four years before stepping into the role of Camp Wingra Director in 2020.
During the school year, Summer homeschools her three boys—Justice (7), Caspian (6), and Sonny (3). When she’s not at camp, you’ll usually find her outdoors biking, paddling, hiking, or fishing with her husband and boys, sharing the same love of nature and adventure that shaped her own childhood on Lake Wingra.
AJ
Camp Wingra Assistant Coordinator (Marshall)
This will be AJ's 5th summer with Camp Wingra.
With a degree in Physical Education from UW, and a year under her belt as a middle school PE teacher, we are so lucky to have AJ back at Camp Wingra in a leadership role this summer.
Kaden
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 3
School & major: Purdue Fort wayne, MIddle School Education and volleyball
Favorite Fish to Catch & Paddle Craft: I love catching sunFish and paddle boarding.
I'm finishing up my junior year at Purdue Fort Wayne University, majoring in education and playing Division 1 volleyball. I love being active, spending time outdoors, and playing games with friends whenever I can.
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Josh
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 3
School & Major: Edgewood College- Major in Env. Studies with minors in Geoscience, Art, and Photography
Favorite fish & favorite paddle craft: Smallmouth bass, fav paddlecraft: canoe
Josh is very excited to be back for a third summer at Camp Wingra and this will be his 8th year as a camp counselor. He is pursuing a career in teaching natural sciences, but enjoys biking around Madison, writing and making music, spending time outdoors, and drawing. He is originally from Sheboygan, WI, but hopes to stay in Madison for awhile.
Annie
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 3
School & major: UW Madison studying Chemistry.
Favorite Paddle Craft: Paddle Board
This will be my third summer at Camp Wingra, and I’m so excited to be back! I’m currently a senior at UW–Madison studying nursing and chemistry, with the goal of becoming a labor and delivery nurse. I’ve grown up around lakes my whole life, so it’s no surprise that swimming is my favorite part of summer. I also love stand-up paddleboarding and make it a goal each year to perfect my dive off the board!
Caden
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 2
Favorite Fish to Catch & Paddle Craft: Largemouth Bass and SUP
I’ve been fishing my entire life, competing in bass fishing tournaments throughout high school, and I now work as a fly fishing guide and instructor. I have a deep appreciation for Wisconsin’s wildlife habitats and waterways, and I’m passionate about educating youth on how outdoor hobbies can both positively and negatively impact these environments—and how we can responsibly care for them. In my free time, I enjoy skiing, basketball, making music, and, of course, fishing!
Cooper
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year - Many years as a camper.
School & Major: University of Wisconsin Stevens-Point, studying special education.
Favorite fish to catch: Small mouth bass.
Hi, my name is Cooper! I was a camper at Camp Wingra for nearly 10 years, and this is my first year as a counselor. When I am not fishing, I enjoy biking, hiking and kayaking. I can't wait to meet everyone and have an incredible summer.
Mira
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year
School: UW-Madison, Life Sciences Communication and Environmental Studies
Favorite paddle craft:
Stand Up Paddle Board
Hi, I’m Mira! I’m originally from California but came to Madison for college. I just finished my sophomore year and am hoping to do something related to environmental education when I graduate. In my free time I love to do anything outside, including hiking, running, and camping. This is my first year at Camp Wingra and I'm so excited for this summer!
Natalie
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year
School & Major:University of South Florida, Majoring in Communications and Public Administration. .
Favorite paddle craft: Kayak
Hi! I was born and raised in Florida but love to visit Madison during the summers to spend time with my extended family. I am entering my junior year of college at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. I value the sunshine above almost everything else and enjoy spending my free time at the beach or exploring our beautiful natural springs. When the sun isn't out or I have a busy day ahead of me, I always like to take an hour of my day to practice some yoga or swim some laps to reconnect with myself. This is my first summer at Camp Wingra and I look forward to spending it together!!
Abi
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year
School & Major: University of Wisconsin Milwaukee studying architecture
Favorite paddle craft: Stand Up Paddleboard
Hi! I am Abi. In my free time I like to bake cakes and cookies, reread my favorite novels, and bike on sunny days. I enjoy being creative and dancing to new songs I find.
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Ethan
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year
School & Major:
Luther College- Music Education
Favorite fish to catch:
Brook Trout
"Hey! My name is Ethan and this will be my first summer working at Camp Wingra! I'm from Oregon, WI and love being outdoors and love fishing. I love camping, hiking and reel and fly fishing for trout in the driftless region. I'm very excited for my first first year at Camp Wingra and am very excited to meet everyone!
Lila
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year
School: UW Oshkosh class of 2030; Social Work
Favorite paddle craft:
Paddle Board
Hi! My name is Lila and I’m going into my freshman year of college. I love to be in the great outdoors, whether I’m on a paddleboard or a horse! I’m so excited to meet everyone and have a great summer :)
Keanan
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year
School & Major: Uw Madison - Genetics major and Enviromental Science certificate.
Favorite paddle craft:
Paddle Board
I like to be outside whenever possible, but when I am inside, I am a big nerd for role-playing games and board games. When outside, I enjoy camping and swimming, especially up in Door County, Wisconsin, and the northwoods. I love learning and am particularly interested in ecology and environemtal conservation, along with genetics and evolutionary history.
Charlie
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year Counselor but 5 years as a camper
School & Major: University of Minnesota majoring in product design.
Favorite paddle craft: Ocean Kayak
Hi! I'm Charlie! When I'm not out on the lake you can find me hiking along the shore with my camera, exploring nature, and looking for cool little critters!
Rebekah
How many summers at Camp Wingra: 1st year, School & Major: UW-Madison, studying Genetics.
Favorite paddle craft: Canoe & Kayaking
I have just finished my sophomore year at UW-Madison, studying Genetics and working in an undergraduate lab. I really enjoy anything outside, including swimming, hiking, canoeing, and hanging out with friends. This is my first year at Camp Wingra, and I cannot wait to meet so many new faces and create memories together this summer.
