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Category: Staff Profile


Staff Profile: Kylie “Bonsho” Witcher

by Karissa Pitaniello

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Have you ever wondered how someone juggles elementary and college ministries while making time for Auburn football and the occasional Taylor Swift concert? This month, we’re diving into Kylie’s story of faith, humor, and unforgettable camp moments. Find out everything from her favorite skit characters to her funniest on-the-job mishaps! How did you get to […]

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Staff Profile: Micah “Whip-Flash” Howard

by Karissa Pitaniello

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What do you get when you combine marathon training, wisdom-packed quotes from Teddy Roosevelt, and a camp name like “Whip-Flash”? You get Micah: a leader with an unmatched blend of energy, humor, and faith. Follow along as Micah takes us through his favorite Athens hangouts, his dad’s timeless advice on failure, and how God is […]

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Staff Profile: Faith “Tumbledore” Banford

by Karissa Pitaniello

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Meet Faith Banford, our talented Media Specialist who plays a key role in creating the amazing CampLife experience for you! Hailing from just outside DC, Faith isn’t just tech-savvy—she’s also a pro with pottery, CrossFit, and (hopefully soon) vans! You read that right. Get to know Faith and her many facets below!   Tell us about […]

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Staff Profile: Josh “Prankster’s Paradise” Bice

by Karissa Pitaniello

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Growing up immersed in the world of Christian camps, Josh ‘Prankster’s Paradise’ Bice developed a passion for camp ministry that led him to Pine Cove, where he is currently the Woods family camp director! Josh has journeyed through various roles at Pine Cove, from camper to full-time staff, all while growing in his love for […]

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Staff Profile: Julia Sayles

by Pine Cove

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With a deep love for family (especially her newborn nephew), a passion for live music, and a knack for bringing people together, Julia “Dovey” Sayles is ready to make you feel like a part of the Springs family. Get to know the Springs Associate Director as she shares stories from her time at Pine Cove […]

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Staff Profile: Caleb Howard

by Karissa Pitaniello

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Get to know your new seriously faithful and seriously fun Timbers director Caleb “Sink Or Swim” Howard! Pine Cove has played a role in Caleb’s walk with Christ for over 15 (let’s count ‘em!) years now. Hear from Caleb below as he tells us more about his family, his experience throughout the years at Pine […]

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Staff Profile: Selina “WhoDee” Apodaca

by Karissa Pitaniello

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Selina has spent many years serving Pine Cove faithfully as she travels to and from churches with Pine Cove City! Get to know the Iceberg Site Director as she tells us about how she got to camp, her favorite places to go to in College Station, and more Tell us about yourself! I grew up […]

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Staff Profile: Hayden “Mr. Polar Behr” Weaver

by Karissa Pitaniello

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If you’ve been to one of our East Texas camps within the past few years, you’re sure to have heard “Mr. Polar Behr’s” well-known “WOOOOO” screams through the piney trees! An Arkansas native and Razorback diehard, Hayden Weaver sat down to tell us about himself as he steps into his new role as the Director […]

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Staff Profile: Hamilton “Dreamland” Bromhead

by Karissa Pitaniello

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At Pine Cove, even our technology team is seriously fun, and Hamilton “Dreamland” Bromhead is here to prove it! Get to know all of the layers of Hamilton as he takes you through his different roles at Pine Cove, what it was like to be an asparagus, and his favorite rice spots. (Yes, rice!) Don’t […]

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Staff Profile: Brooks “Uno” Howard

by Karissa Pitaniello

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Brooks is a Nashville native who grew up going to Pine Cove with his family since he was four years old! A lot has changed since then, but he’s been able to see the Lord use Pine Cove in every season of his life. Learn more about Uno as he shares what God’s teaching him […]

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