ABOUT US
OUR TEAM
KATE DADOURIAN
Founder & Director
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Kate knows firsthand what it’s like to feel nervous about camp. During her first overnight
camp experience, she even tucked pictures of her family into her pillow to ease her
homesickness. But by day two, she discovered her happy place - and her lifelong calling.
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After six summers as a camper, Kate worked her way from junior counselor to leadership
coordinator at Barrie Camp before taking on roles at several other camps. She went on to serve as Camp Director and later Associate Executive Director/Acting Executive Director at YMCA Camp Letts, where she spent five years growing programs and redefining what quality camp experiences could be.
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A lifelong learner and leader, Kate holds a Master’s in Camp Administration and Leadership and a Bachelor’s in Outdoor Education and Marketing Management. She also serves as the Professional Development Chair for the American Camp Association (ACA) Chesapeake Region and as an ACA Standards Visitor, continuing her mission to make a lasting impact through camp.
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As a mom of two (and dog mom to Luna), Kate understands the trust it takes to send your child to camp. Her goal is to make every camper and family feel that same sense of connection, warmth, and belonging that inspired her all those years ago.
ADAM
Senior Camp Counselor
Adam is a rising sophomore at Rice University and is studying mechanical engineering. In his free time, Adam loves running and exploring new places, playing the alto saxophone, and reading fantasy/sci-fi novels. Adam is excited about returning to the Camp Rippling Brook family and is eager to help make camp great again this summer!
CLAIRE
Senior Camp Counselor
Claire is a rising junior at Grove City College studying elementary education. In her free time, she enjoys reading, being outside, hiking and spending time with family and friends. Claire's favorite animal is a bunny. She is really looking forward to being a part of Camp Rippling Brook this summer!
EMMA
Junior Camp Counselor
Emma is a rising senior at Magruder High School. She has been playing field hockey for 3 years and lacrosse for the past year. Emma's favorite food is sushi! In her spare time, Emma loves to spend time with her friends and family. Emma is looking forward to this summer and being a part of the Camp Rippling Brook team!
EMMET
Senior Camp Counselor
Emmet is going to University of Vermont for college next year. He is a huge soccer fan, and was super excited when his team, Arsenal, won the English premier league for the first time in 22 years this Spring! Emmet loves nature and the outdoors, he even spent 2 months in the backcountry of Utah and California this past fall with Outward Bound (65 days straight with no phone & sleeping outside!). He is excited to be joining Camp Rippling Brook!
EPHRAIM
Senior Camp Counselor
Ephraim is a rising sophomore at Towson University. He's recently started trying new sports, his favorites have been volleyball and spike ball. In his free time he likes playing and watching soccer, and watching movies. Ephraim's favorite soccer team is Arsenal and his favorite trilogy is the Maze Runner movies. He's excited to start my first year at Camp Rippling Brook!
MADDIE
Junior Camp Counselor - Substitute
Maddie is a rising junior at Sherwood High School. She is very creative and holds leadership positions for the Sherwood theatre program and for Rock'n'Roll revival. Maddie enjoys being outside, participating in outdoor activities, and teaching at her Temple. She is excited to be working with children this summer!
CREATING LIFELONG MEMORIES
2026 Summer Camp Team
We will continue to update our 2026 Summer Camp Team as we get closer to camp.
ELLA GREENWOOD
Assistant Camp Director
Ella is a rising Junior at the University of Pittsburgh, where she studies nursing with a
strong interest in pediatric care. This will be Ella's third summer with Camp Rippling
Brook, somewhere that has become very special to her.
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Over the years, Ella has supported campers in growing their confidence and leadership
while also always having fun. Watching this growth is something Ella truly cherishes and hopes to foster in every camper. In her free time, Ella enjoys spending time outdoors, including snowboarding and hiking, and has played field hockey for five years.
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Ella is thrilled to return to Camp Rippling Brook this summer to continue making lifelong memories and, of course, have a blast!
