Scoll Down to meet the staff of 2012!
Each year we are proud of the staff team that represents us at Cooch. With a consistent staff return rate of over 90%, our campers can depend on the farmilar faces that they have come to know at Cooch from year to year.
With some of the highest standards in staff qualifications, your kids are safe with us. All staff hold current First Aid and CPR and most have their NLS (lifeguarding certification) All Trippers and Leadership Trippers and Leadership 1 staff are certified in Wilderness First Aid.
With such a high return rate of campers and staff, most staff have been with the camp since they were juniors. Still, screening is performed annually to ensure only the best represent us at Cooch!
Camp Couchiching is proud to introduce our team!!!
Name: Erica Collinge Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about Cooch is... well, just about everything! But if I had to choose, I would say my favourite things are Arts and Crafts (duhh), Surf at the beach (the beach, the beach is that way...) and playing stones!
Cooch Games/Team:
My Cooch games home team is CEDAR! But interestingly enough, since the draft, Ive never been drafted there. I have played on pine 5 times, spruce 2 and birch 9 times! I cant wait to see where I get to play this summer!
About Me:
Hey everybody! My name is Erica and I am so excited for summer camp 2012! The past two years I have been the arts area head at camp and this year I am very excited to be joining the leadership department. Right now I am studying early childhood Education in a joint program at George Brown College and Ryerson University.
Name: Emily Ward Years at cooch: 11
Favourite Things About Camp:
The beach, and having dock wars with Eric Levchuck.
Cooch Games/Team:
Go tell your momma the PINES are in town!
About Me:
I've been going to camp since I was in grade 5. I'm studying Fine Arts and Education in Montreal. I love to swim and push children into the water!
Name: Emily Honsberger Years at cooch: 12
Favourite Things About Camp:
I love the dining hall cheers, campfire (campfire?! we LOVE campfire), Super Seniors, Inter Bananza, Jumping Juniors and of course Cooch Games! Go Oak!
Cooch Games/Team:
Oak.
About Me:
This is my 12th summer returning to camp and my 5th summer as a staff and still I couldn't be more excited to return yet again to Cooch!
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Name: Joey Redican Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
Super seniors, morning dip, Temagami, and sardines
Cooch Games/Team:
I bleed yellow. Actually though. It can't be healthy. It's just a lucky coincidence that I'm also a birch
About Me:
I'm a really great guy, ask anyone. People really really love me and always compliment me about my good looks, personality, etc. People I don't even know come up to me on the streetand want to shake my hand, it's crazy. But could you blame them? One time I dunked a basketball but no one was looking. I go to the University of Guelph and this year I'm really excited to be doing LDP1 again. And you should be excited too.
Name: Connor Somerville Years at cooch: 13
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favorite thing about camp is getting to be who you truly are. You can paint half your body and run down the town hall field flapping your arms. Or you can simply chat about comic books and video games over a friendly game of ping pong.
Cooch Games/Team:
My home team is PINE. My blood runs green and I can't wait to compete and have fun representing my team. However if i get draftedto another team I have no problem getting to try out those awesome cheers that the other teams have to offer.
About Me:
My name is Connor Somerville. I can't wait to wear a helmet all year long while I run the adventure area at camp. A little something about me that you all should know is that I have had a few concussions (15) so that means that i will be sitting out on games of duck duck goose. I enjoy comic books and video games and discussing the unknown in philosophy club.
Name: Sarah Shruiff Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about Cooch is that being different is cool. Whether you dress up like a superhero every day or love wearing face paint. The people are what make camp awesome! Oh, and cheering in Artaban.
Cooch Games/Team:
Last year the Birch team won the Cooch cup! I love my team and I cannot wait for another exciting summer of Cooch games.
About Me:
Hey everyone! My name is Sarah Shruiff and this is my 3rd year on staff and I cannot wait for summer to come! I am in Outdoor Recreation/Con. Ed at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, which basically means I will be working at a summer camp for the rest of my life, which is the best job ever. As a camper, I had the opportunity to participate in the Leadership Outdoor Pursuits (LOP) Program. Now, I have the absolute pleasure of being the LOP counsellor this year and I couldn't be more excited! I love Fried G, Slack Lining, Stones, Campfires and Trip. I cannot wait until summer!
Name: Alex Habib Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
I love trip, tripping and the Tree Trekking at Horseshoe Valley!
Also, The LDP1 trip! It is an amazing out-trip in probably the most beautiful area of Ontario. I loved it as a camper and as a counsellor.
Cooch Games/Team:
Yellow is a beautiful colour, but I am now also in love with the colour white!
About Me:
My Name is Alex and I have been attending Cooch for a good part of my life and am looking forward to being back at camp again this summer. When not at camp, I am a student and a lifeguard at the University of Western Ontario. I am studying commercial aviation management and am also pursing my CA designation.
Name: Amanda Sampson Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about Cooch is the Arts and Creativity Center, making bracelets and meeting lots of great people!
Cooch Games/Team:
I'm on the Pine Team and love getting to bond with everyone on the team and working together to win! My absolute favourite events to participate in during Cooch Games are Speed Table Setting and Name that Tune, but also I love to watch all the other events and cheer on all the teams!
About Me:
Hi my name is Amanda Sampson. I've been going to Camp Cooch for 10 years, and I absolutely love it! I'm super friendly, outgoing and easy to talk to. Can't wait for the best summer ever, and of course meeting you!
Name: John "Lousy" Lauzon Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
There are so many things I love about camp, its really hard to pick one. Of course, sailing, canoeing and cooch games are all up there but my absolute favorite thing about Cooch is really getting to know people. When you eat, sleep and work with someone for two weeks or more, you see how special each person is.
Cooch Games/Team:
The Cooch Games are an incredible way for everyone in the camp to get together and participate in fun games and sports. Its an opportunity for kids to showcase their individual talents and team pride. Its all for the fun, so let the best (Cedar) team win!
About Me:
Im an active, athletic guy who loves to get about and meet new people. My favorite pastimes are rugby, reading and longboarding. I love deep conversations and random facts. Talk to me about anything, Ill be interested, especially if its fun and active. See ya this summer!
Name: Jessie Sawyers Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about cooch is everything. Except that they wont let me live there, but my lawyers are working on it.
Cooch Games/Team:
My thoughts on cooch games are that I am the speed seed bead champion and I challenge any of you rotten kids to prove me wrong.
Oh also Go Oak?...
About Me:
Im Jessie. I look like a university student but Ive tricked them all, Im actually ten years old and enjoy rolling in mud, dressing in stinky costumes all day everyday, and giving wet sammies. If you dont know what a wet sammy is youll find out in due time.
Name: Willow Lange Years at cooch: 6
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favorite thing about camp is well, all of it. My favorite interest sessions are probably Surf and Turf and Sailing. And I like Perogie day in Artaban.
Cooch Games/Team:
I think Cooch games are great! I like how camp gets to be competitive but there is still a large sense of community throughout camp. I like that you get to stay on the same team for the rest of your life and that it is like a third family (Camp as a whole being second).
About Me:
My name is Willow Lange, I'm from the United States and am in University. I absolutely love lions and everything having to do with them. I have a fish that I adore, and I enjoy skiing, eating Mexican food, and being at camp. This will be my sixth year at Cooch and I wish that it was year round so I would never had to leave.
Name: Derek Lukosius Years at cooch: 12
Favourite Things About Camp:
It's like a box of chocolates, you never know what you'll get! I love making chocolates in Cooking Class!
Cooch Games/Team:
Yellow fever will spread. Again.
About Me:
I am looking after the media area again this year and I can't wait to unleash more crazy-fun ideas upon camp.
As Media Head, I get to help all of your film enthusiasts make films fit for Spielberg himself!
Name: Gemma Snider Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
(Again this is a rap...)
My favourite thing about camp is the awesome group, of staff and campers, what an amazing troop!
The community is great, everyone is real swell, everything about camp just works real well.
Cooch Games/Team:
(One more rap)
Cooch games has always been my favourite part, it holds a special place in my heart.
I love the spirit of all the teams, and the fun always fulfills my dreams.
About Me:
About me...
(Sing as if this is a rap song)
My name is Gemma and I'd like to say, that I like to play everyday.
I love Camp Cooch and arts and crafts, I also like elephants and giraffes.
Being outside is my favourite thing, but I also love to play guitar and sing.
Couchiching is the place for me, and its the place that I always wanna be!
Name: Thomas Salah Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
If I take away the obvious answers like the campers and staff, I think I'd have to go with Perigees. For any of your first year campers, get ready for the greatest lunch you've eaten!
Cooch Games/Team:
Birch (The winners of last year's Cooch Cup!)
About Me:
Hey everybody. My name it Thomas and I am a Canadian who has been living in France the past few years. I have been going to Cooch all my live and am super excited to fly home to be back at camp for the summer of 2012!
Name: Midori Barker Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
The amazing people that continue to come to camp! I also love dressing up and at camp it is considered normal to dress up and look like a fool with your friends all the time and just have a blast!!
Cooch Games/Team:
I bleed Green!!! Go Pine Go!!!
About Me:
Hey! My name is Midori and this is my 8th year at Cooch! I am a second year university student at the University of Guelph, studying Sociology/Criminal Justice and Public Policy. I really enjoy traveling, except I am a student so the only traveling I do is in my dreams! Most recently I have gone to England and France, and I think my next trip will be to Australia! Oh, and I always dream about Camp!
Name: Noah Perlmutar Years at cooch: 4
Favourite Things About Camp:
Camp doesnt start for another few months but I still couldnt list all the things I love about Cooch in that timeframe. Though I love trip and free swim, to name a few things, I would have to say the people are probably my favourite thing about Cooch. There is also this team that Im a part of that gets together a couple of days every session, no its not the procrastination club, its the best team ever..
Cooch Games/Team:
PINE!!!!! Always pumped to rock Green!! Pine x23, that anthem gets me every time.
About Me:
Im in my second year at McGill University and this is going to be my 4th summer at Cooch though Ive been going to summer camps since the day I was born. This year my job entails doing a little bit of everything at camp, which hopefully means Ill have a little bit of time to blob. My hobbies include: reverse stealth, legos, impersonating cartoon characters that were way before my time, frolicking in fields, doing choreographed dances with my friends, mattress surfing and waiting for camp to start!!!
Name: Olivia Skrastins Years at cooch: 13
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favorite thing about Cooch is how close everyone is, it is like one big family. Everyone is really nice and spirited, and not afraid to dress ridiculously and enjoy the summer.
Cooch Games/Team:
I have always loved Cooch Games. I like how it gets everyone really excited and pumped for the last few days of camp.
About Me:
This is will be my 13th summer at Camp Cooch and second year working on staff. I am a very energetic person, I love kids, and I love spending time outdoors. My favorite activities are swimming and dance. I love spending every summer at Cooch!
Name: Barbara Tortuero Years at cooch: 0!!
Favourite Things About Camp:
I don't know yet! But I hope to add lots of them by the end of summer!!
Cooch Games/Team:
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About Me:
This will be my first year at camp! and my third year in Canada! I am 21 years, and the most important thing I can tell you is that I AM FROM SPAIN!!
I hope i can get to know a lot of new people a share a little of my culture with you all, and of course learn from yours!! I have been to summer camps since i was very young and i have always enjoy them a lot so I am very excited about this summer! I have also work four summers as a life guard in a public swimming pool!
I am currently studying my third year of Industrial Engineer in Madrid (my hometown) and i cant wait for the summer to start so we can have an amazing time together!!
Name: Caroline Piccininni Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
Cooch: The best thing about Cooch is PEROGIES!!! The second best is all the amazing people and memories that will last a lifetime.
Cooch Games/Team:
When it comes to Cooch Games, all i can see is the colour Yellow! Birch is fierce!
About Me:
I am a first year university student at Western who spends her days doing crossword puzzles and counting down the days until summer begins. And by summer, I mean the first day of camp!
Name: Danielle Gonsalves Years at cooch: 11
Favourite Things About Camp:
Id definitely have to say that my favourite thing about Cooch is the themed barbeques that we have every session. I think they are absolutely awesome because it gives everyone a chance to dress up and be hilarious while also being very imaginative and creative!
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch Games are a really exciting addition to camp,it is something everyone looks forward to every session. It gives everyone at camp the chance to form a strong bond with their fellow team members and teaches everyone what real team work is. Also, it allows everyone to participate in some healthy competition through different exciting activities and sports. Cooch games has different elements that range from intense speed seed beading to thrilling canoe races. There is always something for every camper and staff to be successful in while having tons of fun!
About Me:
Hello Guys! My name is Danielle Gonsalves and I have been going to Camp Cooch for almost eleven years now. Camp is something that has always been apart of my life and is something that will always be cherished.
This will be my first year working as an official counselor and I couldnt be excited to give campers a wonderful camping experience just as my mine did for me! I have a positive attitude, open mind, and organized mentality when it comes to anything in life. In my free time, I really enjoy reading and traveling with my family members.
Name: Spencer Ure Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
Marty...of course
And maybe canoeing, ultimate frisbee, noodle whack assault, waffles, and the juice!!!
Cooch Games/Team:
One of the most exciting atmospheres known to all human kind! Brings out the true pride of all who attend camp.
BRAP-BRAP-BIIIIRRRCCCHHH!!
About Me:
I am an athletic and funny guy. I love making people laugh and showing people the brighter side of all situations. I have been going to camp for about 8 years and have seen camp life from the perspective of a camper, LDP and now for the first time as a staff member.
Can't wait, see you there!
Name: Anne Hardy Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
The best thing about camp is its ability to attract the greatest people on the planet. My favourite thing about camp is being able to spend my whole summer with these outstanding people.
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch games involves energy, torches and a whole lot of excitement.
About Me:
Hey folks, Im Anne (known to some as the Kayak Master) and I go to the University of Guelph for English. I enjoy onesies, short stories and camp.
Name: Maddy MacEachern Years at cooch: 7
Favourite Things About Camp:
Everything!! Cooch is the best place to be! If I had to pick one aspect of camp I would have to say out trip, I love being out in nature as much as I can!
Cooch Games/Team:
Such a great time of the session. Everyone has so much energy and gets really into it! I love the spirit people have about the games and camp in general.
About Me:
Im in first year university at Waterloo, taking Environment and Resource Studies. The environment means a lot to me and I want to spend my life protecting it. I love Alices Adventures in Wonderland and Star Wars a bit too much and dinosaurs are pretty cool to
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Name: Mikaela Allen Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
Pogos!!!
Cooch Games/Team:
I am a proud Pine...and look out...the dynasty will return this year to take claim of the throne.
About Me:
Oh the things you can thinkThis summer will be my eighth summer at camp! Camp has become my second family and always leaves me with many memories. I can never get enough of the games during surf and I love to dance. I am a creative, kind, energetic and cheerful person, always in good spirits. I can not wait to begin my second year on staff!!!
Name: Kurt Lukosius Years at cooch: 12
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite intersession at camp is Sports Mania because it involves not just one sport but also many over the course of camp. My favourite part of camp is out trip because you leave all of thoughts behind you, bond with cabin mates, and become one with the wilderness.
Cooch Games/Team:
The last three days at camp or Cooch Games brings out the competitiveness of everyone. It doesnt matter if you are a Junior, Inter, Senior, LDP, or Staff everyone at camp becomes determined to do their best in order to win the Cooch Cup.
About Me:
Hey there, my name is Kurt Lukosius but most people call me by my last name or Loko. I have been attending camp now for 12 years and this will be my first year as a staff member. I am from Hamilton Ontario also known as Steel City. I am very interested in all sports. I love to play basketball and soccer but I also snowboard and paintball.
Name: Laura Fay Years at cooch: 1
Favourite Things About Camp:
This is my first year at camp so I am looking forward to meeting the staff at couchiching and having a great summer!!
Cooch Games/Team:
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About Me:
I am a grade 12 student at St. Thomas Aquinas. I played on the school rugby team for 2 years and was part of the social justice awarness program, allowing me to travel to Nicaragua and help a poor community build a school.
Name: Natalie Dunbar Years at cooch: 1
Favourite Things About Camp:
This will be my first summer working here and I am so excited to meet everyone and create memories that will last a lifetime. This will be an unforgettable summer!
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch games is one of the highlights of Camp Couchiching. It's so much fun for everyone whether they be competitive or just love participating in crazy activities. I'm on the Spruce team so I'm to dressing in blue and cheer everyone on!
About Me:
I'm very excited to be working at Camp Couchiching this summer! Camping is a great way to spend time, and everyone is going to have so much fun. The positive atmosphere and awesome activities such as sailing and campfires are what I look forward to the most.
Name: Ian Wilkie Years at cooch: 4
Favourite Things About Camp:
I have been to a couple other camps but Couchiching is by far my favorite. What makes this camp special isnt the facilities or programs, but the amazing people that create a safe community. Camp gives everyone a chance to be themselves. Since I have enjoyed my time at Cooch so much as a camper, I can appreciate what it means to new campers who want to have as much fun as I had.
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch Games is always my favorite part of camp. I am a loyal Pine that does everything to help my team win. As much fun as winning is, the Cooch Games is also about the team work and friendships that team activities creates.
I cant wait to start the games!
About Me:
My name is Ian Wilkie and I live in Toronto, Ontario. I am planning to go to university in September but am mainly looking forward to a summer at camp. My main interests are sports and anmials but I also enjoy video games and hanging out with friends.
Name: Melissa Quinn Years at cooch: 1
Favourite Things About Camp:
I'm not sure yet, but I know I'll love it all!
Cooch Games/Team:
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About Me:
Hey everyone! My name is Melissa and it is my first year at Camp Couchiching! I love hockey , soccer, teaching swimming lessons and math! I am in Grade 12 and I'm super excited for the summer to start!
Name: Mike Richmond Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
Phin and the awesome people of course!!
Cooch Games/Team:
The Pine team will dominate as always!
About Me:
Hey folks, my name is Michael Richmond and I am currently wrapping up my first year at the University of Western Ontario. I am super stoked for this summer at Cooch!!!
Name: Michelle Mierzwa Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
The amazing people that surround our camp 24/7. The fact that you can dress as a horse, or wear a fanny pack and no one judges you. Also the waffles are the best!
Cooch Games/Team:
I love Cooch games, as a kid I never liked sports but Cooch games has a whole bunch of activities and games that everyone can take apart of. Sporty or not, Cooch games incorporates everyone. Its a great way to show your team spirit, whether youre a Cedar, Pine, Spruce, or Birch.
About Me:
HIYA! My names Michelle, I am currently studying Business at the University of Guelph. Camp is my favorite; its the happiest place in the entire world. This will be my 10th year at camp, and my 2nd year on staff. I cant wait for summer 2012, I hope to see you all soon!
Name: Justin William Cadogan Years at cooch: 7
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favorite things about camp would be the camp wide games and anything basketball related like 21 and bump!!
Cooch Games/Team:
Birch!!!!
About Me:
Hey, my name is Justin Cadogan and i am in grade 12 and ive gone to camp for seven year and loved it every year because every year is a diffrent experince! Also im an extremly tall person and very friendly!
Name: Alex Purc Years at cooch: 6
Favourite Things About Camp:
Community. I've been to several other camps, and there's no comparison to the community you feel at
Couchiching. It's the place where every camper has a genuine interest in an activity, and is able to find someone else to share that interest with.
Cooch Games/Team:
"The only thing even in this world are the numbers of hours in a day.
The difference between winning or losing is what you do with those hours."
I'm a Spruce!
About Me:
Hey everyone! I'm Alex, or Purc, I'll be nineteen by the time summer rolls around. After going to four different camps, I found Couchiching. It stuck right away, and I've been here ever since. This is my second year working at Couchiching, and my seventh year coming back. So what do I do at Couch? My favourite Interest Sessions consist of, but are not limited to: Archery, OLS, Survival, and High Ropes!
See you in the Summer!
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Name: Andrea Stewart Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite things about Camp are tipping over in kayaks, grilled cheese lunch and of course, the PEOPLE!
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch Games is one of the BEST parts of the whole summer! Speed seed beeding is the best sporting event in the history of mankind.
About Me:
I am currently in my second year at the University of Guelph. I've been going to Camp since I was about 12 and I spend most of my time waiting for Camp to begin. I like dressing up as zoo animals and dancing to Beyonce songs (Those two things are best when combined).
Name: Amanda Adams Years at cooch: 13
Favourite Things About Camp:
All the amazing people and all the laughs we have from the fun and craziness we get into. Oh and the campfires, and the food and theme days.
Cooch Games/Team:
I am super excited for Cooch Games this year. After Birch (my home team) winning the 2011 cup, I cant wait to see what summer 2012 holds. It really is anybody's game!
About Me:
Hey everyone!
My name is Amanda and I am currently in my 3rd year at Guelph studying child youth and family studies.After recently watching Never Say Never I have to admit I think Ive caught a case of Bieber Fever...oh dear. This spring I'm going to visit my best friend in Europe however even better than that is that this will be my 13th year at Cooch and I'm super excited!
Name: Daniel Richmond Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite parts of camp include: barbecues, surf, stealth, 21, volleyball, and Laffy Taffy.
Cooch Games/Team:
Pine!
About Me:
This will be my 9th summer at Camp Couchiching and my 2nd as a staff member.
I am tremendously excited for what this summer has in store and know it will be the finest one yet. I am currently a freshman in the bachelor of arts program at McGill university.
Name: Ilana Solomons Years at cooch: 2
Favourite Things About Camp:
It's a tough one, but definitely the people who make up this amazing camp. Who would have thought that there would be a job where you get to hang out with a ton of best friends and awesome kids?
Cooch Games/Team:
I may have only been in one summer's worth of Cooch games, but I am a pine through and though. LETS GO PINE! Can't wait for another summer of friendly competition and games!
About Me:
I am currently in second year at Queen's studying psychology and am excited to be returning to Cooch for a second summer of fun! I love singing, guitar, and acting, and cannot wait to be Arts Area Head. I've been to many camps, but have finally found my true camp home and family. Get ready for a crafty summer Camp Couchiching!
Name: Wesley Harper Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favorite thing about Cooch is no doubt the themed barbeques, theyre a great way for campers to be creative and dress up in epic costumes
Cooch Games/Team:
For Cooch games, I bleed blue. Go Spruce!!!
About Me:
Hey guys! My name is Wes Harper and Ive been going to Camp Cooch for 8 years. Im really outgoing and friendly, and I love playing basketball, acting, and being awesome.
Name: Kassandra Brownridge Years at cooch: 7
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about camp is the surrounding environment. Not only the physical beauty of the windy shores of Lake Couchiching, the green grass of Artaban field, but also the unmatched sense of communal spirit camp evokes that one cannot find anywhere else.
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch games unifies us into the four greatest teams of all time. This is where the toughest of competitors compete in totally outrageous and insanely fun activities
About Me:
The only way I can describe myself is with the help of American classic Girls Just Wanna Have Fun. I very much live by the need to enjoy life and spread my wings. Im the kind of girl anyone can come up to and I include everyone. I go hard in the paint.
Name: Will Vause Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about Cooch would have to be Out-trip. After completing LOP (Leadership Outdoor Pursuits), LDP1, and LDP2, out-trip has offered everyone who welcomes it the chance to find their true self.
Cooch Games/Team:
I am a Cedar! I have been a Cedar from the young age of seven. My first summer of camp I stayed for week and absolutely loved it! I returned the following summer and stayed for a month! Cooch Games' spirit of competition made me want to come back every summer. My favourite Cooch Games' event would have to be Ultimate Frisbee.
About Me:
My name is Will Vause and I am an 18 year old Canadian who is currently attending an international school in England. This is my fourth year living in England but I still love to head back to camp every summer to Camp. This is my first year on staff and I hope to make every summer memorable.
Name: Nick Blasiak Years at cooch: 4
Favourite Things About Camp:
For me, camp is a sanctuary where one has the opportunity to learn and grow the foundations of their character, morals, beliefs and knowledge. It's a place where a diverse mixture of interesting people meet and as a result it is nearly impossible not to learn something new. It's also a place where the main goal is to have fun. Anything is possible and when everyone is collectively striving to make memories and entertain one another the outcome is magical. Camp embodies this fact and I love every minute I spend there!
Cooch Games/Team:
I'm a proud Pine. The Games are defiantly a highlight of camp. I find myself swept up by the high energy, high intensity cheering and playing that goes down during these three days of mayhem. I think that through friendly competition, the camp gains a sense of unity and accomplishment.
About Me:
Hi, my names Nick. I enjoy long walks on the beach and watching the Notebook on blue ray. I love everything about music and sports. Reading is fairly essential for me and I enjoy everything from comic books to the classics. I can't wait to kick back and moss after a hard day's work.
Name: Hilary Wilson Years at cooch: 8
Favourite Things About Camp:
What I love most about Camp Couchiching is the community. Everyone at camp is friendly and there is always someone to talk to! We are all one big family at camp. It is fun to be able to do so many fun things with the community as a whole like Cooch games! But there are also the fun things you can do with just your cabin like going on out trip! My camp family will always be with me wherever I go in life.
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch games are for sure one of the most thrilling things at camp! It is fun to participate in all the fun activities. There are things for everyone, from sailboat racing to chalk murals! No one is left out and everyone gets into camp spirit. It is a great way to end an amazing session at Camp Couchiching!
About Me:
I have been going to camp since I was just 9 years old. I have grown up with my friends from camp close to my heart. It has always been my dream to be a counselor and create the best camping experience for the future generation of campers. I plan on going to school for photography and for special effect makeup.
Name: Dori Wilner Years at cooch: 5
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about Camp Cooch is all of the magnificent people that Im surrounded with every summer. I love the atmosphere and the environment of camp because its very comfortable. I also really enjoy campfires because they bring everyone together and they allow everyone to have a blast by singing their hearts out, watching entertaining skits and enjoying different types of music.
Cooch Games/Team:
My thoughts on Cooch Games are that they bring the four different teams close together and they allow everyone to become super motivated in the different activities and sports events that take place. Overall, everyone has an awesome time trying to aim for the same goalwhich is victory!
About Me:
Hey! My name is Dori and this summer will be my first year on staff! I have been going to camp for 5 years and Ive had an amazing experience every single time. I am an upbeat and bubbly person, who always has a positive attitude and is continuously always smiling. I love having fun and in my free time I enjoy spending time with my family and friends.
Name: Antoine Grenier Years at cooch: 4
Favourite Things About Camp:
Sailing is my favourite thing to do. That and Mountain Biking
Cooch Games/Team:
I am Cedar!
About Me:
I am from Paris, France and have been going to Cooch for four years now. I am really looking forward to returning to camp for August this year and excited to be a first year staff member.
Name: Patrick Newsome Years at cooch: 2
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favorite thing about Camp Couchiching is the amazing atmosphere and how everyone treats each other like family.
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch games at camp is always epic to say the least. GO BIRCH!!!
About Me:
Hello, my name is Patrick Newsome and this will be my second year at Camp Couchiching. Im a friendly guy that love the outdoors, acting, soccer, basketball, and anything camp related!
Name: Amanda Sampson Years at cooch: 10
Favourite Things About Camp:
My favourite thing about Cooch is the Arts and Creativity Center, making bracelets and meeting lots of great people!
Cooch Games/Team:
I'm on the Pine Team and love getting to bond with everyone on the team and working together to win! My absolute favourite events to participate in during Cooch Games are Speed Table Setting and Name that Tune, but also I love to watch all the other events and cheer on all the teams!
About Me:
Hi my name is Amanda Sampson.
I've been going to Camp Cooch for 10 years, and I absolutely love it! I'm super friendly, outgoing and easy to talk to. Can't wait for the best summer ever, and of course meeting you!
Name: Daria Kordiuk Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
TRIP!!!!
Cooch Games/Team:
My blood, sweat and tears go into the Games. Nothing feels better than the tension of raw competition
About Me:
Otherwise known as Dar, I've grown up at camp and am pumped to have an awesome summer. I've travelled all around the world, from the rainforest to the African savannah, but Cooch is definitely one of the most amazing places out there. As an adventure, bic boarding, existentialist and modern art enthusiast, I plan to never stop smiling and will always remember to brush my teeth.
Name: Ross McIntyre Years at cooch: 2
Favourite Things About Camp:
So much to choose from but here's a few: the LDP program, water trampoline, every meal (tacos especially), canoeing and flagpole. Most favourite: the unbelievable, welcoming staff and the amazing energy that each camper brings.
Cooch Games/Team:
Cedar!
About Me:
About you,
My name is Ross McIntyre and, although this is my second year at Cooch, I have been fortunate to work in camping and youth-related jobs for the last 15 years.
Camp Couchiching is actually the best. The sense of real community, the endless amount of activities, and the lively passion of the campers and staff all set Camp Couchiching apart. Much of my role involves broadening the scope of Camp Couchiching through community engagement, which extends the benefits of camp to local groups and individuals year-round.
This is incredibly fun and challenging, which is why I couldn't be happier to be an Associate Director at Camp Couchiching.
Name: Toni Chin Years at cooch: 9
Favourite Things About Camp:
EASY!!! - Taco Lunch, Cooch Games, and Cheering.There are so many more things that I could list but I don't want to let you in on every great thing that happens at Cooch. Trust me its definitely worth the wait to come and experience them for yourself!!!
Cooch Games/Team:
Cooch Games Team and comment - I am on the Oak Team!!!!
About Me:
Greetings! I'm Toni Chin or "Head and Shoulders - Toe Knee Chin". I have spent almost half of my life at Cooch. I was a camper, LDP, counsellor/instructor, Adventure and Land Area Head, and Leadership Counsellor. Now I am in my 2nd year as an Associate Director at Camp Couchiching and Im super pumped. One thing I have learned over my years at camp is that once you have experienced the community of Cooch, it is in your blood forever!!! It is the greatest place on earth and I wouldn't want to spend my summer anywhere else!!!
Name: Marty Years at cooch: 14
Favourite Things About Camp:
That anything is possible at Cooch. There is no problem too big, or triumph too large!
Cooch Games/Team:
I proudly sit on the OAK team at Cooch.
Oak is the fifth team of the games and the moderators of the event. They support each of the four teams of Cedar, Spruce, Pine and Birch.
About Me:
My name is Andrew Martin and I have been the Camp Director at Cooch for 9 years as the Camp Director. Before that time, I was the Counselling Manager, Waterfront Director, and a Counsellor/Instructor.
I love Cooch for the community of campers and staff we have their.
If this is your first year at Cooch, you may not know what you're getting into yet...but let me assure you, it is going to be one of the best things you've ever done.
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