Meet the 2007 Specialty Staff

	Tyler Anno Waterskiing Saxons Tyler is spending his second year at Robin Hood on the lake as a water ski instructor. Tyler comes to Freedom, New Hampshire from Colorado where he will be graduating from the University of Colorado in Boulder (DC’s old stomping ground!). Tyler enjoys all sports, particularly spinning, snow skiing, surfing and diving. "I am thrilled to be back in The Realm!"
	William Armstrong Woodworking Lancers William was born and raised in Liverpool, England. William works as a carpenter at home and hopes to teach the campers the tricks of his trade. He enjoys playing soccer, snooker and darts in his spare time and supporting Liverpool football club. This will be Williams first year in The Realm and he can't wait to work with the campers and compete in Color War.
	Ewan Baird Sailing Instructor and Lifeguard  Lancers Ewan has just finished secondary school and will be starting his BEng degree in Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering when he returns home to Scotland in September. Ewan is an internationally certified skipper and powerboat driver and worked last summer as a deckhand on a 115ft yacht in Croatia. Ewan currently works as a lifeguard at his local pool and in an outdoor clothing store. His other hobbies besides sailing are snowboarding, kayaking, rock climbing and playing drums with his band. Having enjoyed camp life himself in France, Ewan is really excited about working at Robin Hood.
	Alan Bateman Mountain Biking Foresters Alan is from England and was born in a small town called Weston-super-Mare. Alan is now an undergraduate student at Cardiff University studying Sociology. "I am in charge of Mountain Biking this summer and am very passionate about this activity. With years of experience I am looking forward to sharing my skill and expertise with the campers throughout the summer. This will be my first year at 'The Realm' so I will be new to it all. I am very much looking forward to a fun and exciting summer!"
	Simon Birchall Tennis Friars Simon (a.k.a. "scouse") is returning for his second year at Camp Robin Hood. Simon is from Liverpool in England and is currently studying Business Studies at John Moores University. Simon is a hardcore Liverpool FC fan and enjoys playing soccer and tennis.
	Janey Blacklaw Ceramics Tumblers Information to come soon.
	Allison Burck Office/Nanny Allison is from Cleveland, OH. After completing her bachelor's degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, Allison has been working on her Master's and Ph. D. in Clinical Psychology at Case Western Reserve University. Allison is studying to work with children and adolescents, especially those who suffer from anxiety disorders. In her (limited) free time, Allison spends time with friends and family, relaxes, enjoys Cleveland and works some more. "I'm excited to go to camp because I enjoy working with kids, hanging out in the woods and not doing my academic work. It's going to be fun to take a break from my program to just enjoy life."
	Mary Catherine Costello Sailing Arrows Mary is from Detroit, Michigan and is studying Religious Studies and Spanish at John Carroll University in Cleveland. Mary's interests include swimming, sailing and playing the piano as well as being a massive Cleveland Cavaliers fan. Mary shares, "I am looking forward to having a great summer sailing with the kids, and making new friends in The Realm."
	Tom Dean Trips  Squires Tom is originally from Hymera, Indiana, but he calls Washington DC home at the moment. Tom has traveled the world extensively, spending two years living in the Middle East as well as hiking across the United States twice, once along the Appalachian Trail (Georgia to Maine) and once along the Pacific Crest trail (Mexico to Canada). Tom graduated from Indiana State University with a bachelors in Political Science last year, and will probably be heading to law school next year. "I really enjoy rock climbing, mountaineering, and backpacking."
	Sam Dicker Baseball/First Year Aide  Tinkers/Pagers/Jugglers Sam lives in Great Neck, New York and will be a senior at Great Neck South High School this coming semester. He currently studies jazz guitar, plays in the high school's jazz band, and is on the Great Neck Golf Team. Sam also volunteers at the North Shore Animal League during the weekends. Sam has been a camper at Robin Hood for 6 years and this will be his first year on staff. He is looking forward to being with his campers and teaching baseball.
	Kimberly Donovan Waterskiing Scribes Information to come soon.
	Adam Figg Tennis Foresters Adam is from Glasgow, Scotland. He just finished his 2nd year at the University of Strathclyde, studying Product Design Engineering. Although he has worked at a camp before, he is looking forward to the CRH experience.
	Liz Fletcher Riding  Bows Liz Fletcher just finished her 3rd year at Sheffield Hallam University where she is studying to be a teacher. She moved to Sheffield from a small town called Kendal in the Lake District. Liz loves horses and riding so she is excited to be working with the horses at Robin Hood! While Liz has never had her own horse, she spends all her free time working at various stables and looking after other people's horses. Liz also enjoys going to the gym, meeting new people, drawing, swimming and having a lot of fun with her friends. "This summer, I am really excited about meeting new people, making new friends, and helping everyone to have a great time!"
	Emma Gill Arts & Crafts  Bards Emma Gill is from Manchester, England. She is studying psychology at The University of Liverpool and is interested in travel, photography, music, arts and psychology. This is Emma's first year at Camp Robin Hood and is very excited to be part of the team.
	Jonathan Gordon Baseball Jonathan is coaching baseball this summer. He is from Shaker Hts., Ohio. He comes to Robin Hood along with his wife, Paula Klausner, one of the camp nurses, and his two sons, Gabriel and Benjamin. (Gabe is a Squire, and Ben's a Yeoman.) Jonathan played sports and coached at sports camp when he was younger, went to college and law school at Columbia University, practiced law for a number of years before becoming a law professor at Case Western Reserve University School of Law in Cleveland. Along the way Jonathan played for the United States Men's Fastpitch Softball Team at the World Maccabiah Games in Israel. The United States team won the gold medal. Jonathan says that "winning was exciting, but the Games were most memorable because of the opportunity to meet many interesting people from around the world." He adds, "I fully expect Robin Hood to be memorable for that very same reason because there will be a great staff and a wonderful group of kids from all over. I hope everyone develops lasting friendships and enjoys a very positive camp experience."
	Henry Harper Swimming/Lifeguard  Archers Henry Harper is from Ashburton, New Zealand, and this is his first summer in The Realm. Henry loves sports and plays anything he can. "This will be my first time outside of the southern hemisphere and I can't wait for an awesome time at Robin Hood!"
	Bethany Hartley Office Bethany is currently a senior at Loyola University of Chicago where she studies International Business and French. While at camp, Bethany will be working in the office as she has done for the past two years, and says she looks forward to talking to all the great parents and getting to know all the kids! Bethany is originally from Edwardsburg, MI but between work, school, and traveling she rarely spends time at home.
	Dudley Hodkinson Woodworking Squires Dudley is a self-employed carpenter from England, and this is his first summer in The Realm. This will be Dudley's first year at Camp Robin Hood. "I hope this will be the first of many years at The Realm, and I am looking forward to getting my hands on the woodshop, and passing my knowledge of woodwork onto the kids at camp." Dudley also enjoys playing the guitar, socializing with friends and traveling.
	Allison Hupp Drama  Allison Hupp is a dancer/choreographer and a recent graduate of Indiana University. Choreography credits include Once On This Island (IU Union Board), Jesus Christ Superstar (Hoosier Independent Theatre), Sweet Charity (Dunes Summer Theatre), Pirates of Penzance (Dunes Summer Theatre), and numerous show choirs including the IU Singing Hoosiers. Allison currently resides in Port St. Lucie, FL where she is an instructor at the MTI training program: Starstruck Performing Arts Center. "This summer, I hope to enhance Camp Robin Hood's musical theatre program through encouraging campers to become involved by offering a variety of opportunities. Campers can take part in not only singing and dancing, but also improvisational acting, learning about composers and different musical theatre dance styles, professional audition dos and don'ts, and how to put on a cabaret performance. That is not including the 'big show,' which will provide an example of how a production is developed from start to finish. I hope to inspire campers to experience something new or refine their skills, and instill a love of musical theatre that will last forever."
	Brad Jacobsohn Swimming/Lifeguard/First Year Aide Archers Information to come soon.
	Sam Jonas Tennis/First Year Aide Friars Sam Jonas is from Northampton, Massachusetts. Come fall, he is going to be a senior at the Williston Northampton School in western Massachusetts. This past year, Sam was number one on the varsity tennis team, and the team finished 9-4 overall. Sam is currently focused on applying to schools such as University of Michigan, Temple University, and University of Minnesota. He plans to major in Sports Management and aspires to work one day for the Green Bay Packers. "I could not be more excited for this upcoming summer, and I plan to help each and every kid reach his or her greatest potential within the game of tennis."
	Samantha Kadis Lacrosse/First Year Aide Bards Samantha Kadis is from Moreland Hills, Ohio and currently attends Hawken School where she will be a senior this coming fall. She plays varsity tennis and lacrosse for her school and also enjoys skiing, swimming and wakeboarding. She loves to travel and spend time with her family. "I can't wait to be a counselor this summer and have the chance to make each camper's experience as meaningful as mine has been." This will be Samantha's eighth summer in The Realm.
	J'aime Kerr Gymnastics  Quills J'aime is from sunny Glasgow (in Scotland), and is studying Sports Coaching and Development of Sport at the Glasgow Metropolitan College. This is J'aime's first summer at Robin Hood. "I'm very excited to coach Gymnastics at CRH! My hobbies include Body Combat classes, Volleyball, Gymnastics, Skiing and Netball. I also enjoy visiting with family and spending time with friends."
	Roya Khadem Dance  Bows This is Roya's first time in America as she will be traveling to Robin Hood from England. Roya has been dancing since she could walk, and thoroughly enjoys teaching dance to children. Roya studied dance at Preston Dance College for three years, and after graduating she choreographed and performed in shows, carnivals and taught in schools in and around the North West of England. When Roya returns to England, she will return to college to earn a Diploma in Counseling for the British Association in Counseling and Psychotherapy. "I cannot wait to get to know everyone and meet all the campers! I am so thankful for this wonderful opportunity as I know it's going to be the best summer EVER!"
	Antonia Koskina Riding  Bards Antonia is a psychology student from the UK. Having sold her own horses at 16, she now loves to volunteer at her local stables and spend time with kids at pony club events. When Antonia is not around horses, she loves to travel, listen to music, go to the movies and relax with her friends.
	Amy Linden Drama  Amy Linden recently graduated with degrees in Voice and Theatre from Indiana University. While at IU, Amy appeared in leading roles in Falsettos, Bat Boy the Musical, Pal Joey and The Alien from Cincinnati, as well as featured roles in Sweet Charity, Sweeney Todd and Chess. Amy was also a four-year member of the Singing Hoosiers, a featured as a soloist and dancer, and a two-time recipient of NSAL Musical Theatre Awards. Originally from Cleveland, Ohio, Amy made her stage debut at the age of 9, and went on to play leading roles in Gypsy, Once On This Island, The Wizard of Oz and Into the Woods. Amy began musical directing during her high school years, and during her consistent work as a musical director has literally worked with all ages on such productions as West Side Story, The Last Five Years, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown, Songs for a New World, School House Rock Rocks!, Joseph & The Technicolor Dreamcoat, Starmites, Seussical, Saturday Night Fever, and, most recently, Side Show and the Indiana University Broadway Cabaret. Amy moved to New York City in the fall, and since that time has appeared in multiple staged readings at the York Theatre and at the graduate musical theatre writing program at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. This summer, Amy can't wait to get to know the theatrical side of every awesome kid at camp! Process Over Product.
	Sarah Lindenauer Waterskiing/First Year Aide Quills Sarah Lindenauer attends Weston High School in Massachusetts and will be heading into her senior year after this summer.  Sarah is a three-season athlete, participating in soccer, indoor track, and lacrosse. Sarah enjoys many other activities as well and Camp Robin Hood has allowed her to explore these other interests. This will be Sarah's 7th summer in The Realm. "The bonds you form with campers and counselors are unlike any other. I'm thrilled to meet new campers and staff and also to be reunited with old ones!"
	Claudia Llanza Swimming/First Year Aide Arrows Information to come soon.
	Ashley Leigh Anne Logan Arts & Crafts Tumblers Ashley is from Newcastle England and just finished studying travel and tourism at Newcastle College. This is Ashley's first time to Camp Robin Hood and she is looking forward to teaching Arts and Crafts. Ashley is interested in traveling, music, art, fashion, going out with friends, movies and eating out. "I'm really looking forward to meeting new people and learning a lot more about American culture this summer!"
	Cate Mackenzie Arts & Crafts  Arrows Cate is from Leeds, and just completed her final year at the University of Birmingham (UK) studying International Studies with Political Science. Come September Cate will be moving to Switzerland to take up a teaching post which she is really excited about. This spring, Cate worked part-time in the Student Development department at her university, helping administrate and facilitate student volunteering. Outside of school Cate is involved in CISV, and most recently was Coordinator of the Annual Junior Training weekend in Great Britain. Cate loves trampolining and yogalates, and is working toward her Silver Medal in Latin Dance. In her spare time, Cate enjoys playing the piano and clarinet, and watching movies. Cate is looking forward to being in the Realm for her 3rd year. " I can't think of a better way to spend the summer than in the sunshine, by the lake, with the great people you meet at Camp Robin Hood."
	Matthew Nichols Archery Friars Information to come soon.
	Josh Nixon Arts & Crafts Yeomen Josh is from Belfast in Northern Ireland, and is studying to be an architect at Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen. Josh enjoys water sports and running for his local track team. The arts have always been a favorite hobby of Josh's, and he can't wait to share his passion with the campers. This is Josh's first year at Camp Robin Hood.
	Taylor Noyes Swimming/Lifeguard  Bows Taylor is a rising sophomore at Centre College in Danville, Kentucky where she will be a Residential Assistant in the fall. A native of Atkinson, New Hampshire, she is looking forward to her first summer in The Realm. Taylor first started attending overnight summer camps at the age of eight and has been spending her summers attending or working at camps ever since. She'll be down at the water front this summer teaching swim lessons and life guarding, although, don't be surprised to find her on occasion up on the fields juggling a soccer ball!
	Shauna O'Neil Basketball/First Year Aide Tumblers This will be Shauna's 5th summer in The Realm, but her first year in staff. Shauna is from Miami, Florida and she loves basketball. "I am extremely excited for summer 2007!"
	Katie O'Reilly Soccer/First Year Aide Shires Information to come soon.
	Cally Osborne Horse Riding Cally was born in Johannesburg, South Africa and moved to England when she was two years old. She will be majoring in an English Literature Course at Bath Spa University when she returns home in September. Cally spends most of her free time at the stables looking after her horse. This will be Cally's 3rd summer at Camp Robin Hood. "I am looking forward to another great summer looking after horses and meeting the campers!"
	Charlotte Phillips Photography Bards Information to come soon.
	Hannah Phillips Ceramics Jesters This summer will be Hannah's 3rd year teaching ceramics at Robin Hood. She is from Bournemouth, a town in the South West of England, and after camp she will be going to the University in Canterbury, Kent to earn an honors degree in education. Pottery has always been a favorite hobby of Hannah's and she recently spent 3 months in New Zealand taking a course. Hannah shares, "I'm so excited to be heading back to another year at camp and to see all the friends I made last year. Also, I'm just itching to get back in to that ceramics studio!"
	Paul Rigby Riding  Yeomen Paul Rigby is from Hartlepool in North East England, and is studying to be a journalist at the University of Central Lancashire. "My family has always had horses, so I have grown up riding, and I love it! I also enjoy rock climbing. I'm really looking forward to the summer and working in a different country doing totally new and different things."
	Ilyse Rikleen Swimming/First Year Aide Arrows Information to come soon.
	Lisa Rome Office/Nanny Shires Information to come soon.
	Lauren Rosenstein Photography/First Year Aide Quills This will be Lauren Rosenstein's 7th summer in The Realm. She lives in New Providence, New Jersey and will be graduating high school in 2008. Lauren is in the NPHS Marching Band which just performed in Disney World in April. Along with her love for photography, Lauren loves Camp Robin Hood and is looking forward to the summer!
	Jennifer Smith Swimming/Lifeguard Scribes Information to come soon.
	Jack Steel Soccer Tinkers/Pagers/Jugglers Jack Steel lives in a small town called Yarm in the north east part of England. In the fall, Jack will be attending the University of Northumbria to study Applied Sport Science with Coaching. AT home, Jack works as a football coach (a.k.a. soccer) for children in a local primary school. In his spare time, Jack also enjoys playing sports as well as watching them, his favorite team being Middlesbrough. "I am looking forward to my time at Robin Hood and am sure it is going to be a great summer!"
	Jodi Swain Trips Information to come soon.
	Alexandria Toth Trips Quills Ali just completed her junior year at the University of Northern Colorado. Ali is majoring in Psychology and is a Resident Assistant in the dorms. In her free time, Ali LOVES to sing and listen to music. Ali also enjoys being outdoors and loves to hike, snowboard, camp, rock climb and longboard. This is Ali's first summer at Camp Robin Hood and she is so excited to be seeing New Hampshire for the first time. "I look forward to making many new friends and getting to know all of the great campers here in The Realm."
	Caitlin Triplett Archery Bows Information to come soon.
	Cameron Wight Riflery Saxons This summer will be Cameron's second year teaching riflery at Robin Hood. He is from Edinburgh in Scotland and has been coaching riflery for 10 years at competition level. Cameron enjoys playing ruby and watching his local soccer team play. Between teaching riflery, Cameron loves his Scottish skirt 'kilt' and jewelry making classes.
	Paul Wray Riding Tinkers/Pagers/Jugglers Paul studies performing arts and dance at Liverpool where he has been studying for three years. Paul enjoys dancing and has danced many times in different competitions. Paul also enjoys horseback riding and has been riding for eight years. As his parents have a horse yard, Paul has spent many an hour mucking out stalls and just spending time with their horses. "I think this will be the best summer of my life!"

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