We’re so excited to finally introduce you to our 2023 staff. We think we’ve put together a stellar team who are going to create the most magical summer at Camp Spring Creek. First up in our Meet the Counselors series: Naomi. This hard-working and down-to-earth lass is coming to us from Ireland. She’s ready to take on the summer after earning her Masters in Education and if we’re lucky, she may teach us a few Irish words!

Tell us a little about where you are from. If you have out-of-town visitors, where do you take them?

I live between a small village of Fore and Collinstown in Co. Westmeath Ireland. Both out in the middle of the countryside with plenty of things to do and see. Starting off with Fore, there are thousands of visitors every year visiting Fore Abbey which used to be a monastery for monks. Fore is known for “the seven wonders of fore”. These include “the water that flows uphills, the well without a source.” These 7 wonders are all linked to the history of the area and the monks that lived there. Collinstown then, it’s not as creative, however we have our lake, Lough Lene, which is a 5 minute walk of me.

What’s one thing campers would be surprised to learn about you?

I can Irish dance.

What is your proudest accomplishment?

Walking 50 miles for charity 7 years running. This will be my first year to miss it since it started. I’m also proud to have graduated from college after 2 years of covid.

Which Hogwarts House did the Sorting Hat place you in?

Griffindor!

What can campers do to win your heart?

Be mannerly, say please and thank you, and respect others.

What should campers avoid doing around you?

Act rude towards their peers.

Ask me about the time I...

Drove for the first time.