At camp, I gained the nickname of Emma D. I am not sure why to be honest. My name is not Emma, nor is there a D in my full name anywhere. Either way, hearing it reminds me of camp, so it puts a smile on my face.
Excited is the perfect word to describe how I feel about returning to Coppercreek for my second summer on staff. Last summer, I was a cabin counselor and the co-instructor for the amazing TAPS rock climbing program. You could also find me a lot at the high ropes course and in the arts/crafts area. I fell in love with Northern California very quickly, and I guarantee that if you haven't yet, you will, too.
There is something new for everyone to try at camp. I, for one, learned many new things. I am a much more experienced camping expert, immune to bug bites, I can boondoggle like it's my job, and even rappel from the top of a rock face. The accomplishment I am most proud of, however, is finally getting up on a wakeboard after a dozen attempts or so. (Thanks to counselor, Ryan)
At home, I am studying to be an art teacher. I completed one semester of student teaching in an elementary classroom, and I will complete my secondary student teaching this fall. After that, I'll graduate, and be a certified teacher. My concentration within my degree is photography. I shoot freelance for senior photos, engagements, and just completed my first wedding as well.
I am a big fan of happy thoughts. Girls that were in my cabin know what this means. Basically, I try to find something from every day that I'm happy about or thankful for. Last summer, I kept a journal, and it's pretty fun to look back and see what all of my campers liked about their session.
Other happy thoughts in life for me are sending mail, traveling, volleyball, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, and documenting life with my camera. I also enjoying creating any kind of art, road trips, star-gazing, and snuggling up to watch a good movie with friends. My family is my top priority over everything else. I recently became an Aunt and a Godmother as well!
I am counting down the days until I get to return to Greenville and reunite with my Coppercreek family. I look forward to making new friends and creating new memories as well. I hope to see you all there this summer!
~Emily aka. Emma D.
