Michael Gehlert, Executive Director
Mike has been orchestrating change since April 2002. He along with Yara and their four children enjoy serving together at camp so that the staff and volunteers can reach campers for Jesus Christ.
Deb Newton, Director of Disinfection
Deb, self titled Director of Disinfection, has been doing a fabulous job cleaning our facility since January 2004. Deb is a loyal worker who contributes long hours to both cleaning and grounds work. She is also the genius behind the live action adventure game, Deb’s Surprise, which is the highlight of the Pioneer Camp experience.
Ken Keener, Director of Encouragement Emeritus
Ken has served with us as a volunteer since 1981. He joined the full time staff in February 2004, went to part time in 2015 and retired back to a volunteer in 2020. Ken continues to enjoy praying with and for our staff and encouraging donors and volunteers.
Diana Miller, Office Coordinator
Diana started working part-time as Camp Registrar in March 2011. She now manages the camp office and is vital to keeping the rest of the team moving in the right direction on a daily basis.
Tim Weaver, Assistant Maintenance Coordinator
From May 2014 until September 2025, Tim worked tirelessly to move us from camp maintenance to facility management. In October 2025 he went part-time and continues to work alongside Nate and out team of volunteers to keep camp looking and running smoothly.
Tim Kachel, Assistant Director
In January 2020, Tim joined the full-time team as Guest Group Coordinator. Today, Tim serves at Assistant Director where he leads the staff in the day-to-day operations of camp. He also coordinates food service for summer camp and weekend retreats.
Sarah Gehlert, Program Coordinator
Sarah grew up at camp and served on summer staff for years. She joined the full-time team in June 2022. Her focus is on recruitment, discipleship, mentoring, and coordinating of our staff and volunteers. She assists Natalie in implementing our program ministries.
2015 STACC Graduate
Robin Barrows, HR Administrator
Joined January 2024 and manages the details of onboarding our 200 seasonal staff and volunteers.
Bud Miller, Guest Group & Work Group Coordinator
Since April 2024, Bud has managed our guest group rentals as well as coordinating volunteer work groups and work projects for our discipleship programs.
Natalie Sensenig, Program Coordinator
Natalie started out as a camper and has worked her way up through many summer volunteer and staffing positions. Since April 2024 she has lead our entire program ministry.
2013 STACC Graduate
Nate Robbins, Maintenance Coordinator
Joining the team in May 2024, Nate trained under Tim Weaver to learn how manage our facility and coordinating volunteers. Starting in October 2025 he now coordinates the year round facility needs by utilizing a host of dedicated volunteers and summer CREW.
2019 STACC Graduate
Felicia Russo, Marketing Specialist
Starting in February 2025, Felicia coordinates our social media and email marketing as well as designs our quarterly newsletter.
Elizabeth Rivera, Janitorial
Since 2024, Elizabeth has helped keep our facility clean and ready for our next guests.