Assistant Director Amanda Rohde
How did you get involved with Camp One Step?
I was first introduced to camp by Susie Burke, who was my Nurse Practitioner at Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin at the time. Susie recommended it to me when I was on treatment, and it took a few years for me to come around to the idea, but I finally decided to give it a try and I’ve been coming ever since!
I have been coming to camp since 2013. I was 18 years old, so I was a camper in Excel for only 2 years before I moved onto the mentorship program (One Step Further) and then became a counselor.
What volunteer roles have you held?
What keeps you coming back to Camp One Step?
The connections that I have made and continue to make at camp is what keeps me coming back year after year. Camp is my “home away from home” and I look forward to any opportunity I get to see my camp family!
What are some words of wisdom or advice that you would give campers?
If you are scared or nervous about coming to camp or attending a new program, challenge yourself by trying something new! I was so nervous about going to camp before I attended, that I waited 4 years before finally deciding to come! In the end, I wished I would have come to camp sooner because it was one of the best things I have ever done.
What are some words of wisdom or advice that you would give new or interested volunteers?
Almost everyone, both campers and volunteers, are nervous when they first come to camp, but by day 2, those nerves go away and are replaced by love and gratitude. Camp One Step is such a special place that has people coming back for years and years, and we always love to welcome new volunteers who want to experience the magic of camp!
What are some of your interests outside of camp?
Horseback riding, reading, crafting, traveling, and spending time with my friends, family and 5 pets (3 cats, 2 dogs). 😊
