naomi penner

Naomi Penner

Hello! I’m Naomi and can’t believe this will be my 6th summer at Rockbrook! I’m back again this year as an Assistant Director and will also be working with the Hi-Ups, the oldest campers who you’ll soon learn do many important things around camp. Rockbrook is such a special place to me, namely for the community of supportive, loving, and spirited individuals who love it just as much as I do. It is here you will develop lasting friendships, connect with nature, and potentially discover something new and wonderful about yourself.

At camp you can find me admiring all the flora and fauna, enjoying Rick’s delicious meals, and no doubt doing something silly! I am always grateful to be here for another joyful summer in this magical, wooded fairyland. I hope I can be a part of making your time at Rockbrook full of fun! Can’t wait to see y’all soon!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I know the entire Kevin G rap from Mean Girls!

Favorite Quote

"And the sun poured in like butterscotch, And stuck to all my senses" - Joni Mitchell (Chelsea Morning)

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Go for a walk or make a cup of tea and read with my cat Maybelle on my lap.

Sing, Dance, or Both?

BOTH!

Last Book I Read?

The Women In Me - Britney Spears

Personal Interests

Searching for and identifying wildflowers, reading, exploring new places, learning about history and pop culture through podcasts, watching reality TV, and nature photography

Favorite Camp Food

Too hard to choose, but I do love when we have tacos, falafel, or stir fry.

Eve Maguire

Eve Maguire

I have grown up for most of my life in Glasgow, Scotland, where I live with my family, but also spent two years living in Singapore. From an early age I have been fortunate enough to experience trips and excursions similar to that which the Rockbrook Campers will be enjoying this summer, so I jumped at the opportunity of becoming a counsellor at Rockbrook! I am most excited to settle into life at camp and to become part of a team of counsellors and staff who are working together to create the best possible experience for the campers – and also to experience all the adventure, fun and friendship that Rockbrook has to offer for myself.

I have just completed my studies at University and will be graduating in the winter with a degree in English Literature and Theatre Studies. The performing arts and storytelling have been a hugely important part of my life and my participation in shows and creative projects has massively helped shape my confidence and ability to work with others. I believe creating performances, however big or small, to be the ultimate team sport! I am so excited to be taking on the role of building the Rockbrook play this summer and hope to bring the same experience of self-confidence and team work to the campers as I find in building a performance myself!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I am a huge fan of The US Office (and even found a way to write my final dissertation for University on it!)

Favorite Quote

Life begins at the end of your comfort zone.

Favorite Movie

'It's a Wonderful Life' - I watch it every Christmas with my family!

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Listen to music, read a book or journal.

Sing, Dance, or Both?

I much prefer to dance!

Last Book I Read?

"One Day" by David Nicholls

Personal Interests

I love reading and writing, performing, and watching ice hockey.

Favorite Camp Food

Anything that I can make around a campfire!

Amanda Vidal

Amanda Vidal

Hi! My name is Amanda and I’m sooo excited for my first summer at camp! I just finished my freshman year at the UNCC where I’m majoring in Philosophy and minoring in English. I was born in the beautiful island of Puerto Rico so I naturally love the beaches, mountains, and forests of this beautiful Earth! I know camp is going to be a blast and I can’t wait to get to know everyone and have a silly time with everyone!

Fun Facts

Favorite Quote

“Just like moons and like suns, With the certainty of tides, Just like hopes springing high, Still I'll rise.” - Maya Angelou

Favorite Movie

Little Women (2019)

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Draw

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Dance!

Last Book I Read?

How to Flourish by Aristotle

Personal Interests

Reading, writing, drawing, film, records

Eva Grundy

Eve Grundy

Hi I’m Eve and I am from Nottingham, England! I am 23 years old and have lived in Nottingham my entire life. This will be my first summer at Camp Rockbrook and can’t wait to experience everything that camp has to offer!

I have grown up in a family of 5 being the youngest with 2 older brothers and of course Alfie (my dog). I have always loved the outdoors and have been on many camping holidays with my family growing up. I finished my university degree a year ago, gaining a teaching qualification and have since been working in a pre school. In my free time I enjoy seeing my friends, going to the cinema or going on a walk to find somewhere new.

I am excited for my first summer at Camp Rockbrook and can not wait to meet and learn from everyone within the Rockbrook community.

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I did synchronised ice skating growing up and even went to world championships when I was 16!

Favorite Movie

The Hunger Games

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Watch TV, specifically- New Girl

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Both (however I am not very good at either)

Last Book I Read?

The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes

Personal Interests

Baking, going for walks, ice skating, listening to music

Sophia Stein

Sophia Stein

Hi everyone! I’m Sophia and this will be my 9th year at Rockbrook and first year as a staff member. I will be a senior at Occidental College in Los Angeles this upcoming fall. I’m majoring in Media Arts & Culture, which is just a fancy way of saying Film Studies. I’m a person who enjoys doing anything creative, like painting, drawing, photography, and video editing. During my time in college, I have been lucky enough to study in places like South Korea and Prague, and through those experiences, I gained a love for trying new things and embracing unexpected adventures.

As a camper, I always felt like my best, truest self at Rockbrook, and now as a counselor I hope to foster an environment where campers can feel the same. Coming back to Rockbrook after 6 years away, I am looking forward to feeling that camp magic again! I can’t wait to meet everyone and have a summer full of fun in the heart of the wooded mountains!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I've studied on three different continents!

Favorite Quote

"If a thing loves, it is infinite." - William Blake

Favorite Movie

Fargo

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Listen to history podcasts!

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Both! I love karaoke!

Personal Interests

Cooking, traveling, karaoke, drawing, and reading.

Favorite Camp Food

Tamales and cookie dough!

Zoe Oosting

Zoe Oosting

Hi!!! My name is Zoe and I am simply SO excited for my 7th summer at Rockbrook!! I am from Hiram, GA, and will be going to App State University this fall as a Freshman. Camp is definitely my home away from home which is why I am super eager to get back this summer! My all time favorite part of camp is the lake, it’s the place to go to find friends and fun, which is why you’ll find me by the lake during ANY free period! I can’t wait to get to camp and meet everyone, see tons of smiles, and dress up in tons of silly costumes! See you all soon!! 🏕️🌞😁

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

Despite LOVING the outdoors, I am suuuuper scared of bees...

Favorite Quote

"Why fit in when you're born to stand out?" - Dr. Suess

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Hang out with my friends!!

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Sing! 100%

Last Book I Read?

Lessons in Chemistry

Personal Interests

I love to read and thrift!

Favorite Camp Food

BLP's, MY FAV (Bacon, lettuce, pimento cheese) 😋

Sofia Malmqvist

Sofia Malmqvist

Hey there, hi there! My name is Sofia, I am 18 years old, I’m from Tampa, FL, and I will be attending Middlebury College in the Fall as a Freshman. I have lived in Tampa my whole life so I love the change of pace, location, and friends I get at camp (and I’m happy to say Middlebury will provide much more of that)! Camp is such a beautiful place to me because of the lifelong friends I have made here, the stress-free environment created when nature overpowers the need for technology, and the growth anyone can experience in every moment of every day. I cannot wait to encourage campers to be themselves daily, run with Rockbrook runners on the trail, and make a ton of new friendship bracelets.

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I speak four languages and would love to learn more!

Favorite Quote

“‘He’s the strongest man in the world.’ ‘Man, yes,’ said Pippi, ‘But I am the strongest girl in the world, remember that.’” —Pippi Longstocking, by Astrid Lindgren

Favorite Movie

Hunger Games, Pitch Perfect, or Call Me By Your Name

With an hour of free time, I like to...

spend time with my friends

Sing, Dance, or Both?

both!

Last Book I Read?

When the Emperor Was Divine (school book!)

Personal Interests

learning languages, listening to music, reading, spending time with friends, trying new things

Favorite Camp Food

Mac and Cheese!

Allie Markert

Allie Markert

Hi there! My name is Allie, and I am a rising Senior at NC State University. I am from downtown Charlotte, NC, and grew up getting away from the city life by coming to Rockbrook Camp. As a camper here, I learned the impact that mentorship and empowerment has on young girls, and look forward to supporting all my campers this summer!

I am so excited to be back at Rockbrook, my second home. My favorite activity then (and now) is horseback riding, and I still have the same pair of boots I used back then!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I kickbox!

Favorite Movie

Moana

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Be in nature! I can name just about every tree you point out to me :)

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Singing in the shower, dancing in the mirror (IYKYK)

Personal Interests

Playing tennis, golf, needlepoint, running!

Favorite Camp Food

Muffin

Estelle Mason

Estelle Mason

Hey y’all! My name is Estelle, I am from Baton Rouge Louisiana. I am a rising sophomore at Bucknell University. This will be my first year on staff, but my tenth year at camp! Some of my best memories are from being a camper at Rockbrook, so I am very excited to make more memories this summer. I love nature and enjoy sitting by the lake or on the hill. I am excited to meet everyone!

Fun Facts

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Listen to music and spend time with freinds

Favorite Camp Food

Mac and Cheese