Rockbrook 2024

Hi! I am Luca Johnel (22) from Cologne, Germany and this will be my very first time at Rockbrook… well actually it will be my first time traveling to the United States at all. I’m currently studying Social Work at the Technical University of Cologne, and twice a week I get to work in a shelter for people experiencing homelessness. I love spending time with my friends in the park, going for walks, playing board games or volleyball.
When I was younger, I spent my summers at equestrian camps. I absolutely loved those times, and I really hope I can help to make your summer at Camp the best time ever! But to be honest, based on who I’ve already talked to (like Laura and some of the other international staff) and all the absolutely amazing activities at camp, there’s no doubt that this summer is going to be incredibly fun and even more exciting than anything I’ve ever been a part of.

I can’t wait to meet all of you! See you soon <3

Hello! This summer will be my very first at Rockbrook, but I’ve always been a camp girl. I’m from Pennsylvania, but I currently go to school in Los Angeles, California and have lived and studied in Seoul, South Korea. One of my passions is going to new places and meeting new people, so I am so excited to meet you all!
In school I am majoring in Art History and minoring in Computer Science which keeps me very busy doing lots of different things. I have always been a person who could never focus on just one hobby or subject, so I love the opportunity that camp brings to try new things– Including being a counselor! From arts & crafts to musical theatre, kayaking to ropes courses, woodworking to hiking, I’ve dabled in it all at camp. I can’t wait to hear about everyone’s unique hobbies and passions and try some more new things this summer!

Hi! Im Ruby, I’m from Decatur, Georgia, and I’m a rising senior in high school. I enjoy any spontaneous adventure, craft, sport, and even a fun challenge. I used to be a camper here at Rockbrook, and I would say the best part about camp is feeling welcomed, and included. I love the Rockbrook community, because everyone is willing to be adventurous, and even a little silly at times. Camp is a place we go to unwind and forget about anything else going on in our own worlds. We are free to explore however much we want, and there will be an entire group of girls right behind you through anything. I hope to bring a fun, positive spirit to camp this summer, and help campers experience adventure.

Hi, I’m Emily Koehler, but all my friends call me Emmy! Ever since I was 7 I have gone to camp for a month over the summer! I went to Rockbrook for the first time when I was 12 and absolutely loved it! The past couple of summers I have decided to solo travel instead, but I missed camp and am so excited to be back in the mountains!! I absolutely love meeting new people, making people laugh, and making life fun and am so excited to be with all of y’all this summer! I also love hiking, listening to rain, reading, singing and dancing, being with friends, traveling, and sooo much more!!! While at camp I am hoping to not only grow myself, but help those around me grow too! See y’all soon!!
– Emmy

I’m a history/education major that has lived all over the place! I’ve lived in Texas, Ohio, Washington DC, Virginia, and even Canada, but Hickory, North Carolina is where I call home. My three younger siblings are my favorite (and sometimes least favorite) people and we can always be found making inside jokes that no one else understands.
I grew up going to a camp in rural Kentucky, which became a home away from home. I made a lot of good friends there and had even more fun helping campers make those connections with their peers once I became a counselor myself. When considering career paths, my experience at camp helped me to connect my love for history with my excitement for helping campers grow, leading me to study secondary education too. When I graduate I hope to return to Washington DC to become a social science teacher.

Hi there! I’m Maggie Bowen from Atlanta, Georgia. I spent 7 summers at Rockbrook as a camper and just couldn’t resist the opportunity to come back as a counselor! Camp is my favorite place to be. I love the energy at Rockbrook! My favorite activities as a camper included tennis, yoga, jewelrymaking, and participating in the musical. I just finished my freshman year at Emory University. I hope to bring a positive, cheerful spirit to the Rockbrook community and can’t wait to be back!

Hello Rockbrook! I am Georgina and I am 22. This is my first year at camp, I am coming to you from Oxfordshire in the United Kingdom. I’ve always grown up by the water, whether by the sea or a river, and therefore have been involved in any sport to do with water for as long as I can remember! Some of my favourite water sports are rowing and sailing.

I hope to bring my love for the water to the girls at Rockbrook and make sure we create some amazing memories together. I cannot wait to see the beauty of North Carolina and to meet all of you! I am currently studying for my degree in the UK, which is in Media Communications and will be returning to my final year this autumn.

Cant wait to meet you all, and don’t be afraid to say hello on arrival day!
Georgina 🙂

Hi! I’m Alissa but my friends call me Grey! I grew up on a farm in rural North Florida and I attend Florida State University where I’m currently working towards a Bachelors in Biology. I have a dog named Baby, a cat Monroe, and a few pet cows I’ve raised!

I have a passion for learning about my environment and I love anything nature, animal, or outdoors related. I’m hoping I can share my passion and inspire others this summer! I am so excited to join the WHOA/Nature program and to be a part of this experience! I can’t wait to meet everyone!

Hello everyone! My name is Lily and I am so so excited for my first year on staff at Rockbrook! I’ve been going to RBC as a camper for 10 years, and there is truly no other place like it. I can’t wait to see friends old and new this summer, and truly soak up every moment! At camp, some of my favorite activities are Horseback Riding, Riflery, Jewelry Making, and Play. I also love reading in the rocking chairs on the Hillside lodge porch, and discussing all things horses, music, and camp! I can’t wait to see you this summer!

I’m a Brevard local! I’ve lived here for 23 years. This will be my 8th summer at Rockbrook!! I’m excited to be teaching riflery for the 2nd year in a row. I can’t wait to meet everyone!!