Meet some of 2008's counselors and staff...

Tara Markley
"Violet"

From: Most recently from Missouri

Tara is a seasoned veteran in the camping world and is very dedicated to Camp Fire USA. Tara has a master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a speciality in Outdoor Teacher Education. She is very excited for the 2008 camping season.

David Billington
"Pingu"

From: England

Hey! My name is Bee. I’m from Australia. I’m 20 years old, currently studying to do real estate. I love to dance and hang out with people. This year looks so exciting and can’t wait to see what it brings. It should be amazing.

Hello my name is Biscuit. I am 20 years old and currently studying psychology at the University of Sterling in Scotland. I like reading and writing and I’m thrilled to be working at camp with your child.

Hey! My name is Bubbles. I’m taking a year away from school to travel and work. I’m 18 years old and enjoy music a lot. I come from New Zealand, and my heritage is Irish and I am looking very forward to working at Camp Tanadoona this summer.

Hello! My name is Cat and I am from Kazakhstan- very beautiful country. I like nature, children, and summer!

Hello- My name is CoCo. I am 24 and come from
London in the UK. I studied exercise and health science at University and I’m thinking of training to be a teacher after camp. I enjoy running, drawing, and spending time with friends. I am really enjoying being in the USA and am looking forward to a fantastic summer at camp. : )

Hey, my name is Ducky and I’m 18 years of age. I love music—I played clarinet in school band last year, I also love drama, dancing, and net ball. I’m really excited about working at camp this summer.

Goose

Hey! My name is Goose. I am 20 years old and currently a Junior at the University of Minnesota, Duluth. I enjoy watching and playing hockey, tennis and golf. I am excited to be working at camp this summer and am looking forward to a great summer!

Hi my name is Ice. I’m 20 and I’ve just finished working at a Solicitor’s in Manchester. I enjoy watching and playing soccer. I can’t wait to start my camp experience and meet new people.

Hi all! My name is Idgie I’m 19 and a Sophomore at Northland college in Wisconsin. I love canoeing and playing outside. I am thrilled to be working at Tanadoona this summer.

Hello, my name is Mi Mi, I am 23 and I love traveling, being around people, and having fun! I’m really excited about camp and meeting everyone for an unforgettable summer.

Ki Ora! I’m Peesh, a returning counselor from New Zealand. I’m a soccer crazy dude, being half Dutch. I’m very excited to be doing camp counseling again. I’m 19 years old and love sports, drama; having fun and hope the kids will enjoy my counseling.

Hello. I am Pepsi. I am 19 and live in the Czech Republic in central Europe. I came to the US to spend three months at camp. At home I’m a member of the scout’s group. I like reading and traveling.

Hi! My name is Pickle. I am looking forward to meeting your child. I’m 21 and go to MSU and love helping and working with children. I am excited to work at Camp Tanadoona and am excited for the week.

Hello, my name is Pivot. I am very excited and am looking forward to spending time with all our campers. I am from Illinois and enjoy all sports and playing my guitar. I’m excited to be a counselor and am confident my campers will leave camp with positive memories and lifelong skills.

Hello, I’m Pixie. I’m a Welsh girl, studying English literature at my hometown of Cardiff. I just finished my first year and love it. Camp life is so far from what I expected; it is awesome. I have a feeling it is going to be an incredible summer.

Hello, I’m Ringo. I am 20 years old and in October I start college in Germany studying medicine to become a doctor. I absolutely love playing basketball and enjoy music a lot.

Hey! my name is Ryan. I am 24 years old. I come from South Korea where we have a different culture than the U.S. so I can offer your child a widening understanding of our world. I am so excited to be working at Camp Tanadoona and I can’t wait to see your child, its going to be a great summer!

Hiya, my name is Sunstar. I am 22 and currently a student of Southampton University in England. I enjoy watching and playing soccer. I also love to visit different places and love animals, my favorite are Hippos, Penguins, and Tigers. I enjoy eating different types of food. I am excited to be working at camp this summer.

Camp Name: Ranger Bob
From: Chanhassen, MN
Staff at Tanadoona since: 2003

Bob has worked tirelessly, year-round at Tanadoona since 2003. He keeps our camp running with his keen maintenance experience and to quote one camper: “he keeps our camp clean and green”.