Summer staff

DEDICATED SUMMER STAFF

87% of our staff is returning to Camp Ernst for another summer to carry on the tradition of excellence that they all enjoyed as campers. Camp Ernst's staff of high school and college students are committed to helping young people develop into caring, responsible citizens. Staff maintain a 1:6 counselor to camper ratio while participating in the adventures of camp with their campers. Counselors are trained in all the basics including first aid/CPR, bully-prevention, and child abuse prevention, as well as how to help kids make friends and work together.

Most of our more than 200 staff "grew up" here and wanted to give back. They return year after year, bringing with them a continuity of Camp spirit, Camp Ernst traditions, and a love for being with kids! Staff members are enthusiastic and responsible, in addition to having professional experience education and training. Our E-Team is a paid position for 16 year old students. For those interested in our CREW program, please click here.

 

FOR NEW CAMP STAFF ONLY

 

FOR RETURNING STAFF ONLY

“I think the awards he received made him feel good about himself – it’s obvious you place a high value on respecting others and teamwork. We were impressed that he could do so well going into an environment which was foreign to him. He wants to come back next year!”

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