MEET THE 2023 ALTA MONS SUMMER STAFF

Camp Counselors

LUCY BURCHETT

Hometown: Roanoke, Virginia
Summers at Alta Mons: 8
Why do you come to camp? To see all of the lovely people and spend some time away from the city.
What kitchen appliance would you be? Electric Hand Mixer
Why? My mentor Ryan told me so and I trust Ryan's decisions. 

MARLON COPELAND III

Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland 
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? To try new things!
What kitchen appliance would you be? Pan
Why? They have a flamboyance that's unique to each person holding it. Go with the flow!
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JULIANA DIAZ

Hometown: Roanoke, Virginia
Summers at Alta Mons: 10
Why do you come to camp? The community is so welcoming and the staff is wonderful every year. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? A Pink Freezer
Why? I'm so chill!
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CALEB HATCHER



​Hometown: Christiansburg, Virginia
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? To learn and help others learn, have and create fun and help and receive help. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? Spatula
Why? I can pick up something hot and flip it so it doesn't burn.
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SILAS MILLER

Hometown: Fincastle, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 6
Why do you come to camp? To help campers have an amazing summer at Alta Mons.
What kitchen appliance would you be? Cutting Board
Why? I'm sturdy and always reliable.
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RIGIL SMITH

Hometown: Christiansburg, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 1 
Why do you come to camp? To spend time in the woods with people that I like...but mostly for this cool purple T-shirt!
What kitchen appliance would you be? Microwave
Why? Because I spin right 'round like a record, baby, right 'round!
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ANDREW CAPEHART

Hometown: Midlothian, Virginia
Summers at Alta Mons: 9
Why do you come to camp? I've grown up doing it, and I always wanted to be a counselor. It's also just my favorite place on earth!
What kitchen appliance would you be? Blender
Why? I bring out the best flavors in people!
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CHANNAH DAVIDSON 

Hometown: Dunlap, Tennessee 
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? I came to camp to show the love of God to the campers and my peers. I am excited to meet new friends and learn new skills!
What kitchen appliance would you be? Hand Mixer
Why? I like to mix things up and keep things interesting.
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JAYLEN LEONARD 

Hometown: Boyce, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? To experience new opportunities!
What kitchen appliance would you be? Scrub Daddy(TM) 
Why? I always have a smile on my face and I'm surprisingly useful.
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HUNTER POFF

Hometown: Boone's Mill, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 4
Why do you come to camp? I love the camp dynamic where a bunch of strangers come to hang out in the woods and leave with incredible and closely-knit friends.
What kitchen appliance would you be? 8" Chef Knife
Why? It's one of the most versatile tools in the kitchen. Just like a knife, I need my co-counselor to keep me sharp!
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AMELIA TERRY

Hometown: Oneida, Tennessee
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? I've been a camp counselor before and love the energy that comes with youth. After a great recommendation from someone who was enticed by summer one, I wanted to experience the special culture Alta Mons holds.
What kitchen appliance would you be? A Frother
Why? I believe in the small thoughts that largely enhance the quality of life.
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Summer Coordinators

ANNA BEEKEN
WORSHIP COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Blacksburg, Virginia
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? I come to camp because it gives me the opportunity to lead, to make music, to grow deeper in my faith and to connect with a lot of delightful people.
What kitchen appliance would you be? Toaster Oven 
Why? Honestly, I don't have a reason. I just heard the question and my heart told me, 'toaster oven'!

NATE BIRCHFIELD 
RESOURCE COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Christiansburg, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 12
Why do you come to camp? I can't imagine a summer without it. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? A Freezer 
Why? Because I'm so cool 😎 ​🥶
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JACKSON HATCHER
ROPES COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Christiansburg, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 2
Why do you come to camp? The community of each week that camp creates. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? Refrigerator  
Why? I keep cool 😎 
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JOSEPH DANDRIDGE MCGRORY
PROGRAM COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Blacksburg, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 12
Why do you come to camp? I come to camp for the community, the opportunity to develop myself, Father Abraham, the beauty of the mountains, the ups, the downs and that last night in the Back 400 each and every summer.
What is your real life superpower? I can climb any rafter. 

BENNETT SNYDER
NATURE COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Roanoke, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 9
Why do you come to camp? I come to camp year after year because of the amazing people who come here, whether it's the campers or the staff. The birds and the benthic macro-invertebrates are a plus!  
What kitchen appliance would you be? A Charcuterie Board 
Why? I have a variety of interests and talents that I'm excited to share with everyone.

RYAN VAUGHAN
MEDIA COORDINATOR  

Hometown: Lewisburg, West Virginia  
Summers at Alta Mons: 2
Why do you come to camp? The mountains and the memories...they go together. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? Air Fryer
Why? New to the scene. Parents love me. 

ERIN BIRCHFIELD 
PROGRAM COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Christiansburg, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 13 
Why do you come to camp? My best friends, favorite place and best time of year all live at Alta Mons.
What kitchen appliance would you be? Panini Press
Why? I hold things together.

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RACHEL GRACE CHAOS
POOL COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Salem, Virginia  
Summers at Alta Mons: 3
Why do you come to camp? I come to camp for the people and my favorite sitting tree at the intersection. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? Coffee Pot  
Why? Because I'm always holding coffee.

EMILY MARTIN
COOKOUT COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Blacksburg, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 6
Why do you come to camp? I come to camp to smack my hands on the table during the dessert song, scream on the swingshot and be around my best friends. 
What kitchen appliance would you be? Hobart 
Why? Of, course. 

Jett Mcreynolds
TRIPS COORDINATOR

Hometown: Kingsport, Tennessee 
Summers at Alta Mons: 1
Why do you come to camp? I came to camp for a multitude of reasons, but there is one that stands out. For what I heard about Alta Mons before coming was its commitment to a truly life-changing experience. Alta Mons makes camp the whole, not the singular.
What kitchen appliance would you be? Salad Spinner 
Why? I don't know. It was the first one I thought of. 

JAMES SNYDER
PROGRAM COORDINATOR 

Hometown: Roanoke, Virginia 
Summers at Alta Mons: 9
Why do you come to camp? To make sure people have a great summer.
What kitchen appliance would you be? A Melon Baller  
Why? I stay 'ballin 😎 ​.

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