Camp Saginaw....a "Melting Pot"

Tuesday, January 24th, 2012

One of the most intriguing aspects of Camp Saginaw is the diversity of its staff. From Australia and New Zealand to England and Mexico, there is always a healthy number of international staff at camp.

The presence of the international staff has many benefits. First and most important, they are enthusiastic, young people who have solid qualifications and provide excellent leadership and care for our campers. The international staff also teaches and exposes our campers to the many different cultures that exist throughout the world.

Whether it’s a friendly game of cricket or Aussie rules football, our campers have been taught and participated in many sports that are unique to a particular culture. In addition, many of our international staff excel in soccer and enjoy teaching the campers a pointer or two about the world’s most popular sport. Conversely, our campers are eager to expose the international staff to a healthy dose of American sports such as baseball, football, basketball and hockey.

This weekend, I will be traveling to London to attend an international staff fair. I always feel a sense of pride when I go overseas or across the US representing Camp Saginaw. I’m confident the experience we offer, not only to campers, but also the international staff is one of amazing memories and friendships that will last a lifetime.

The strong connection we have with our international counselors and specialists is evident by the number of staff that will volunteer at camp fairs, proudly wearing their Saginaw staff shirts and assist in meeting new candidates.

So as I make my journey “over the pond” this weekend, I will be thinking of all the amazing international staff that are already part of the Saginaw family and the many more that will join us this summer.