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C AM P O LSO N YMCA
THE BIRCH LOG
Volume LXI A Newsletter for the Camp Olson Family Spring 2019
Camp Olson YMCA 65th Anniversary Reunion
“Carry On”
Friday, August 30 - Monday, September 2, 2019
Please Join Us and Register Soon!
“One man may not live to see him dreams come true but his institutions carry on”.
E.O. Olson
Whether you have gone to camp one year or ten years, attended family camp, served
as a summer staff member, provided support for our mission or are just a fan of what we
do at Camp Olson then this weekend is for you. A celebration of MEMORIES, FRIEND-
SHIP, TRADITIONS, SUCCESS and a time to CARRY ON.
Regardless of the reason you may attend, we know that we have been Sharing the
Spirit of the Northwoods now for over six decades. We have been creating memories
that last a lifetime for three generations of campers, families, staff members and volun-
teers!
Come and join us for all or part of this 4-day celebration as we “Share the Spirit of the
Northwoods” together as one family, the Camp Olson Family.
Schedule and registration information is available on pages 14 and 15 or the Camp Ol-
son website www.campolson.org.
Saturday’s Lumberjack Jack & Jill themed day will send us all back in time. Dress
in your, bibs, & flannels and boots as we will celebrate with a cookout and lumberjack
games on the athletic field. We will be prepared rain or shine to sing the night away
with the music of Jim McGowan. Jim will be with us the entire evening and there will be
plenty of time for open mic. Jim is an uncle to three of our long time campers and has
visited Camp Olson and jammed with us before. He also works for the YMCA in Gov-
ernment Relations. Jim performs an engaging mix of acoustic, folk, rock, Irish, roots &
blues, Jim’s musical influences include John Prine, Cat Stevens, Gordon Lightfoot, John-
ny Cash, John Denver, Jim Croce, James Taylor, Doc Watson. Tommy Makem, the Clancy
Brothers and many others. Prepare for a good time...and to sing along! You can learn
more about Jim at www.mcgowan.rocks or visit his facebook page, Jim McGowan Music.
Did you know that you can do-
nate directly to Camp Olson
YMCA thru Facebook. 100% of all
gifts donate go directly to Camp
Olson YMCA, Facebook does not
charge a processing fee.
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President’s Message ~ Michael Holmes
As I write this letter there is over two feet of snow in my yard and more
predicted for the weekend. Hmmm, maybe the coping strategy of thinking of
warm thoughts is part of what is driving enrollments at Camp Olson, after all
the camp is at 80% of capacity already. Then again, maybe it’s because each
year Camp Olson continues to build on it past success, evaluate and correct its
weak spots, and strive to be true to its mission.
One significant change from last year is that the resident professional staff
of Russ Link, Lindsey Abrahams, Aiden Windebank, and Amy Johnson have
added a fifth member to the team, Assistant Camp Director Demi Kapler whom
you will read more about in this issue of the Birch Log. Bringing on Demi is an
indicator of how much Camp Olson has matured as an organization. The sound financial foundation
that Camp Olson operates on, the ever increasing numbers of campers served, the growth in leader-
ship programs, and the critical capital improvements that have been made over the years are evidence
of that maturity and makes this the right time to bring another person to the team. So what is Camp
Olson going to do now that this position has been added? Well one thing is for sure, they are not going
rest. By adding that fifth person it means there are two more year-round hands to move Camp Olson
forward.
Ongoing Camp Olson board activities have focused on making improvements to our new member on-
boarding process and bringing the “rule book” (our policies) up to date to improve operations, address
diversity and inclusion, and maintain the safety of our campers and staff. Our Nominating Committee
has been active and will continue to be so as we plan to replace 3 to 4 board members next year.
When you come to Camp Olson this summer, one change that you will notice is a new staff lounge
located just north of the White Palace. Camp Olson demands a lot from its summer staff and if they
are doing the job right it can be exhausting. Providing an adequate space for staff during their time off
was missing. This new staff lounge corrects that and gives them a nice place to relax and recharge,
exchange ideas, and share experiences. It is another piece of what helps them deliver at the high
standards that are expected of them.
If this is your first experience with Camp Olson as camper or guardian of a camper we would like to
thank you for choosing Camp Olson and joining a family of participants that has been growing for 65
years. We hope you have a wonderful time and that this is the beginning of a lifelong affiliation with
Camp Olson.
Speaking of 65, Camp Olson is planning to celebrate its 65th anniversary over Labor Day Weekend , I
hope you can join us. I think E.O. and Bella Olson would be pleased with what their gift has grown into.
Take care,
Mike Holmes CAMP OLSON YMCA 2019 Board of Directors
President Michael Holmes – President – Rochester, MN 6th year
Dave Rogers – Vice President - Chillicothe, MO 5th year
Michael Collins – Winnetka, IL 4th year
Marisa Capezzuto – Winona, MN 1st year
Julianne Davis – Duluth, MN 6th year
Megan Frank – Rochester, MN 5th year
Nancy Huizenga – St. Paul, MN 6th year
Lori Jonason – Minneapolis, MN 5th year
Bridgit Jordan – Minneapolis, MN 3rd year
Erik Julsrud – Duluth, MN 6th year
Sean Kempke – Duluth, MN 5th year
Jenny Sall – Minneapolis, MN 1st year
Michael Titus – Elizabeth, CO 5th year
Jeff Van Straaten – Duluth, MN 1st year
Andy Wood – Rochester, MN 6th year
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Meet our newly elected Board Members
Camp Olson has been a part of my life since I was 8 years old when I first
attended as a camper. I attended every year until I was 17, including taking
a trip to the BWCA! After being a camper, I worked for several summers as a
counselor and as one of the first LIT leaders. Camp Olson has helped me find
an incredible group of lifelong friends and a place that feels like home. It has
also helped me develop my leadership skills, fostered my love for the out-
doors and has created more joy in my life than I can put into words.
After my freshman year at Northland College, I went on to serve in the
Wisconsin National Guard as a mechanic, then graduated from the University
of Minnesota with a degree in Environmental Policy, Planning and Law. After
graduation, I lived in the Portland, OR area as well as Phoenix, AZ for over 9
years. As soon as I moved back to Minnesota, I knew I wanted to get more
Marisa
involved with camp and ensure that future campers can enjoy camp for many
Capezzuto
years to come. I work from my home for Colliers International Valuation &
Winona, MN
Advisory Services as the Administrative Manager for the Southwestern United
States.
My love affair with Camp Olson began in 1977. It was my first year as a
camper. I continued to go back the next several summers. In 1981, my Mom
suggested that I apply to work at Camp instead of getting a “normal” job
for the summer. I had no idea how life-changing that would be. The next
four years on staff where some of the best summers of my life. The things I
learned and the people I met there were invaluable. It instilled in me a love
of the outdoors, helped me to become a stronger leader and a more com-
passionate human being. I feel very blessed to be a part of the Camp Olson
family. Both of my kids, who are now in college, were also long-time camp-
ers. Over the years, it has been amazing to see how camp has changed, yet
also stayed the same. I look forward to giving back to this place that means
Jenny so much to so many. I received my Bachelor of Arts degree from the Univer-
Sall sity of Wisconsin - Stevens Point. I have been in the Graphic Design field for
Minneapolis, MN 30 years. Currently, I am a Creative Director at Post Consumer Brands (the
cereal company) in Lakeville, MN.
My brother Mike got me started working at Camp the summer of 1990 as a
dishwasher. From there, I spent the next 8 summers counseling, directing
Program Areas and leading the Homestead project. These were the best, most
formidable summers of my life. I took my camp experience and built a career
of guiding extended wilderness trips for incarcerated youth in New Jersey. Lat-
er I received my Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology in Seattle, Washington
and moved back to Duluth, Minnesota to take a job as a Psychotherapist for a
residential wilderness therapeutic program. Presently I am a stay at home dad
managing our two children Elizabeth and Brooke with my wife Aimee.
It is so wonderful to live closer to Camp. We have attended Family Camp for
Jeff
VanStraaten many summers and for the first time our oldest daughter will be attending
Duluth, MN kids camp on her own.
The Camp Olson YMCA Board of Directors with gratitude extend their heartfelt thanks for your
past, present and future support for youth, leadership and our camping programs.
Camp Olson YMCA Board Members volunteer their time and talents to support the achieve-
ment of our mission. If you would like more information or have an interest in becoming a board
member, please contact any of our current board members or Russ Link, Executive Director
218-363-2207 or russ@campolson.org
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The Camp Olson YMCA fiscal year is from Spanier, Maureen – St. Cloud, MN Charpentier, Don & Carol – Longville, MN
October 1-September 30. This list represents Steward, Patrick & Patty Griepp – Rochester, MN Cuthbert, Neal & Louise Robinson – Mpls., MN
annual and scholarship gifts and pledges Streit, Peter & Karen – Rochester, MN DeWispelaere, Angela & Hans Schernthaner
received from October 1, 2018 – March 8, 2019. Tharp, Michael & Julia – St. Charles, IL -- Big Sky, MT
With gratitude, we extend our thanks to those Wallin, Brooks – Paris, France Dollins, Tom & Kathy – Longville, MN
who have contributed to benefit youth and our Elliott, Jan & Bill – Longville, MN
camping programs. Esser, Kim & Andrew – La Crescent, MN
Frankline, Daryl & Joan – Austin, MN
We sincerely apologize if we omitted your name. Geerdes, Pam – Rochester, MN
Please call the camp office so we may make the Greer, Marlen & Joyce – Zumbro Falls, MN
necessary corrections. Hanna, Matthew & Melissa - Chanhassen, MN
Hansen, Bill & Laura – Walker, MN
Pioneer Level ~ Over $2,500 Hartson, George – Minneapolis, MN
Henning, Barbara – Sheboygan, WI
Crowley, Tom & Debra – Rochester, MN Hoban, Tom and Susan – New Ulm, MN
Frank, Megan & Aaron – Rochester, MN Johnson, Pierce – Los Angeles, CA
Hunnewell, Kim & Willard -- Edina, MN Khan, Michael & Ann Long – St. Paul, MN
James & Carmen Campbell Foundation Kierlin, Robert & Mary Burrichter-- Winona, MN
– Edina, MN Leaf, John & Cindy – Naples, FL
Kempke, Sean & Ivy Wood – Duluth, MN Voyager Level ~ $500-$999 Lichty, Betsy – Lakewood, CO
Longville Area Community Foundation, Litzow, Kristine – Rochester, MN
Longville, MN Anonymous Mahon, KerriAnn – Willmar, MN
Longville Chamber of Commerce Arbour, Stephen – Grand Rapids, MN Mahrer, Bob – Savage, MN
Longville, MN Bornstein, Peter & Susan – North Oaks, MN Melton, Jane – Rochester, MN
Mayo Foundation – Rochester, MN Brown, Frank & Alice – Sartell, MN
Perkins Foundation – Wayzata, MN Crum, Brian & Melanie – Rochester, MN
Sanger Family Foundation – Wayzata, MN Edin, Andy & Becky – Winona, MN
Wells, Robert & Pauline – Urbandale, IA Ettinger, Leeann & Jeffrey – Austin, MN
Woodworth, Jacob & Nora – Trempealeau, WI Fellenz, Terry & LorRae – Eau Claire, WI
Woodworth, Joyce – Winona, MN Fritz, Randall & Dorothea – Rochester, MN
YMCA Strategic Initiatives Fund Gnewuch, Scot & Christina – Arlington, MA
Holmes, Mike & Leah – Rochester, MN
Huizenga, Nancy & Joe Korzilius – St. Paul, MN
Johnson, Kristin – Austin, MN
Kirklin, Edward – Omaha, NE
Oestreich, Barbara – Longville, MN
Salem Lutheran Church – Longville, MN
Sall, Kent & Jacki – St. Paul, MN
Schmerbauch, Barb – Rochester, MN
Shepard, Chuck & Judy – Winona, MN
Swanson, J. William & Kate– Storm Lake, IA
True Value Foundation – Chicago, IL
Uhlenhopp, Jack – Santa Fe, NM Nordquist, Alan – Apple Valley, MN
Van Straaten, Jeff & Aimee – Duluth, MN Offutt, Brad & Tracy – Rochester, MN
Wong, Jeff & Pam Olson – Middleton, WI Rausch, Steven & Anne – Cookeville, TN
Recknor, Glen – Rochester, MN
Trailblazer Level ~ $1,000- $2,499 Rogers, David & Marty – Chillicothe, MO
Russell, Stephen & Jennifer – Rochester, MN
Bachmann Heating & AC – Longville, MN Schwartz, Todd & Nancy – Urbandale, IA
Brown, Mary – Minneapolis, MN Shellum, Curtis & Jane – Rochester, MN
Cutlip, George – Madison, WI Sheridan, Paul & Linda – Deer Harbor, WA
Degnim, James & Amy – Rochester, MN Simons, Maggie – St. Paul, MN
Drews, Marc & Janel – Minnetonka, MN Stafford, Scott – Rochester, MN
Elliott, Kristi & Randy Card – Ironton, MN Street, Julie – Rochester, MN
Evans, Wayne & Ellen – Tucson, AZ Swanson, Will – Storm Lake, IA
Feeser, Hollis & Pat – Rochester, MN Thrivent for Lutherans – Appleton, WI
Fogelson, Jeremy – Rochester, MN Tricarico, Joseph & Sara – Rochester, MN
Fougerousse, Jerry & Kathy – West Dundee, IL Welch, Dan & Kelly – Pine City, MN
Hansen, Bill Sr. – Walker, MN Wood, Andy & Krista – Rochester, MN
Johnson, Gregg – Austin, MN Ytterberg, Ellen – Washington, D.C.
Jonason, Lornell – Minneapolis, MN Discoverer Level ~ $250-$499
Link, Russell & Jolene – Longville, MN Explorer Level ~ $100-$249
Longville Women of Today – Longville, MN Anderson, Gail – Rochester, MN
Magyar, MaryBeth & Todd Milbrandt Anderson, Jim & Mary – Minnetonka, MN Abrahams, Lindsey & Mark – Longville, MN
– Rochester, MN Antonson, Stan & Janet – Eyota, MN Altobell, Steven – Fountain City, WI
Nielsen, Skott & Josey – Barnum, MN Arenberg, John & Cathy – Cary, IL Arenberg, Dan & Deborah – Lemont, IL
Recknor, Lee & Betty Jean – Rochester, MN Biesanz, Nick – Excelsior, MN Arvig Communications – Perham, MN
Rieth, Jim & Theresa – Spicer, MN Butler, Chris – Salt Lake City, UT Arzamendia, Kara & Oscar – St. Paul, MN
Sorenson, Eric & Kristin – Rochester, MN Butler, Jordan – Plymouth, MN Bakken, Amanda & Geoff Morse – Evanston, IL
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Barsness, Lawrence & Sharon – Rochester, MN Moran, Cory & Eryn – Saginaw, MN
Bazey, John & Diane – Rochester, MN Munden, Don & Melody – Albert Lea, MN
Beck, David – Missoula, MT Munz, Thomas – Mount Prospect, IL
Bergstrom, Sarah – Edina, MN Naugle, Meg & Pete – Walker, MN
Black, Mary Jane – Longville, MN Paypal – Washington, DC
Blegen, Dave & Peggy -- Rochester, MN Penning, Ryan & Katharine – Madison, WI
Blum, Connie – Rochester, MN Pennington, Pam – Edwards, CO
Bohan, Paul – Missoula, MT Perkins, Richard – Seattle, WA
Bures, Frank & Bridgit Jordan – Mpls, MN Proeschel, Donna & Mark – Madison, WI
Bures, Frank & Ruth – Winona, MN Raasch, Don & Elisabeth – Maple Grove, MN
Burgoyne Heuring, Deidra & Jason Rausch, Matthew – Edina, MN
– Sartell, MN Robinson, Laura – Atlanta, GA
Busch, Phoebe – Denver, CO Ryan, Catherine – La Crosse, WI Espeset, Paul & Pat – Rochester, MN
Butler, Tina – Rochester, MN Scudamore, James – Aurora, CO Fagerholm, Peder – Kennesaw, GA
Calderone, Rebecca & Chris – St. Cloud, MN Scudamore, Julie – Rochester, MN Flick, Grant & Emily – St. Paul, MN
Carpenter, Jerry & Janet – Longville, MN Shepard, Tom & Marit – Minneapolis, MN Geist, David & Adrienne – Northfield, MN
Chitwood, James & Kathleen –Naperville, IL Sikora, Kathleen – Andover, MN Gilkinson, Jim & Julianna – Rochester, MN
Clowers, David – Sturgeon Bay, WI Sjaz, Christine – Falcon Heights, MN Gross, Chad & Shelly – Sartell, MN
Collins, Michael – Winnetka, IL Smith, Rick & Kathy – Rochester, MN Heyne, Carolyn & George – Rochester, MN
Cook, Doug – Walker, MN Staats, Jay & Kelle – Chanhassen, MN Husmann, Jessie – Rochester, MN
Stage, Bradley & Cindy – Grand Rapids, MN Irwin, Michelle – Montreal, CANADA
Stettler Berg, Kendra – Woodbury, MN Johnson, Bernt – DPO AE
Stettler, Todd & Sue – Eyota, MN Johnson, Gunnar – Duluth, MN
Swanson, Margery – Pine City, MN Julsrud, Erik & Jennifer – Duluth, MN
Swanson, Peter – San Francisco, CA Julsrud, Kristin – Kaneohe, HI
Tauxe, Robert & Cynthia – Atlanta, GA Kapler, Demarie – Salt Lake City, UT
Thompson, Griff – Dacono, CO Krage, Susan – Lakewood, WI
Tucker, Timothy – Rochester, MN Leingang, Lyndsay – St. Kilda East, AUSTRALIA
Tweed, Marshall – Naperville, IL Liebman, Jacob – Chesterfield, MO
Utz, Mark & Julia – Rochester, MN Link, Connor – Longville, MN
Vatterott, Paul – Alta, UT Link, Micah – Longville, MN
Waugh, John & Gracy Mahon, Dawn – Duluth, MN
Duntley, John – Hudson, WI – Marine on St. Croix, MN Mahrer, Michael – Rochester, MN
Feely, Molly – Rochester, MN Weimer, Kent – Dallas, TX Martin, Winifred – Edina, MN
Fisher, Tom & Barb – Longville, MN Windebank, Sharon – Rochester, MN Martinson, Jeff & Kathy – Rochester, MN
Frigo, Ellen – Edina, MN Woodworth, Nathan & Becky – Winona, MN Mayer, Stan & Amy – Rochester, MN
Furman, Betsy – St. Paul, MN McGrath, Stacy – Minneapolis, MN
Goellner, John & Annette – Rochester, MN Mier, Michael – Eagan, MN
Haas, Gerald & Marilyn Campbell Modeen, Jill – Minneapolis, MN
-- Rochester, MN Munger, Tom & Janet – Rochester, MN
Hagen, Mikaela – Madison, WI Nartovich, Katia – Rochester, MN
Hahn, Anne – Bedford, IN Palmer, Shaun – Rochester, MN
Hansen, Jay & Nicole – Rochester, MN Pearson, Margaret – Minneapolis, MN
Harris, Tracy & Julie – Rochester, MN Petters, Dan – Avon, MN
Harris, Wayne – Rochester, MN Petters, Jon & Colleen – Avon, MN
Haugen, David – St. Paul, MN Pursell, Kristi – Northfield, MN
Healy, Andrew & Shelley – Minneapolis, MN Raasch, Kari – Minneapolis, MN
Hepper, Norman & Charmaine – Rochester, MN Raasch, Ron & Gloria – Minneapolis, MN
Heuring, Jason & Deidra – Sartell, MN Rasmussen, David & Mary – Fargo, ND
Hill, Steve & Betsy – Menahga, MN Shields, John – Maple Plain, MN
Hughes, Holly & John Pierce – Chimacum, WA Pathfinder Level ~ $1-$99 Simpson, Bill & Beverly – Sioux Falls, SD
Huston, John & Ellen – Rochester, MN Spanier, Matthew & Chelsey Jonason
Jewer, Alison & Al – Fort Atkinson, WI Alnesjo, Orwar – Vallentuna SWEDEN - Minneapolis, MN
Johnson, Lowell & Barbara – Northfield, MN Anderson, Paul & Lyndsay – Coon Rapids, MN Standafer, Angela – Plymouth. MN
Johnston, Stu & Carol – Decorah, IA Anonymous Stay, Karen – Maple Grove, MN
Jonason, Kristin – Minneapolis, MN Aquaronne, Eric – LaGaude FRANCE Stokesbary, Ronald & Janet – Longville, MN
Kennedy, Diane – Winona, MN Baggot, Allison – Bozeman, MT Sweeney, Kathy – Longville, MN
Kerr, Don & Phyllis – Wayzata, MN Bahn, Emily – St. Paul, MN Taylor, Paul Wm. – Red Lodge, MT
Kostial,. Ken & Barbara – Longville, MN Bayliss, Mary Cait – Minneapolis, MN Titus, Michael – Elizabeth, CO
Kramer, Chris & Kendra – Minneapolis, MN Benscoter, Walter & Kathryn – Rochester, MN Unterholzner, Laura – Rochester, MN
Larson, Tim & Sarah – Rochester, MN Bergen, Richard & Judi – Austin, MN Tweed, Peter – Naperville,IL
Lee, David & Elizabeth – Lauderdale, MN Bormann, Jayne – Long Beach, CA Vandenorth, Sharon – Rochester, MN
Linnes-Bagley, David & Laurie Brodt, Kelsey – Coon Rapids, MN Vanderwerker, Nicholas – Brainerd, MN
– Minneapolis, MN Brown, Betty – Plymouth, MN Weins, John & Sandra – Longville, MN
Luker, Amber – Edina, MN Brown, Laura – Arden Hills, MN Westendorf, Dan & Rebecca – Rochester, MN
Luker, Jennifer – Chicago, IL Burton, Randy & Barbara – Rochester, MN Wick, Al & Patricia – Rochester, MN
Lutz, Janice – Fremont, NE Butler, Chris – Salt Lake City, UT Wilson, Brian – Austin, TX
Miclau, Ted & Kirsten – San Francisco, CA Cachiaras, John & Dorothy – Rochester, MN Windebank, Zoe --
Mahon, Thomas & Carol – Rochester, MN Davis, Julianne and Nick – Duluth, MN
Mayer, Meg – Rochester, MN Davis, Liza – Buffalo, MN
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Endowment
Calling on All Alumni!
$1,000 & Over
Bures, Frank & Bridgit Jordan—Mpls, MN Camp Olson new database
Crowley, Tom & Debra – Rochester, MN will allow us and you to keep
Edin, Andy and Becky – Winona, MN
Edin, Erik – Winona, MN track of your Camp Olson YMCA
Spanier, Maureen – St. Cloud, MN family. You have control to keep
Wells, Robert & Pauline – Urbandale, IA your information private or you
can share your information with
Under $1,000
other alumni. We are asking all
Beck, Dave - Missoula, MT alumni to update their contact
Bornstein, Susan – North Oaks, MN Memorial & Honor Gifts information with us. It’s really
Dale, Charles & Kathryn – Fox Island, WA
simple visit our website www.
Fellenz, Terry & LorRae – Eau Claire, WI Dale, Charles & Kathryn – Fox Island, WA
Hazelton, Beth -- Washburn, WI campolson.org and click the
In Memory of Jeanne Holmes
Hill, Steven & Elizabeth – Menahga, MN DeWispelaere, Angela & Hans Schernthaner alumni tab and then the login
Holmes, Mike & Leah – Rochester, MN – Big Sky, MT or update info tab. Registration
Huizenga, Nancy & Joe Korzilius – St. Paul, MN In Honor of Carol DeWispelaere
Lichty, Betsy – Lakewood, CO
is for those who are former
Fellenz, Terry & LorRae – Eau Claire, WI
Link, Russell & Jolene – Longville, MN In Memory of Jackie Olson
campers or staff members.
Moore, Gary & Julie – Wayzata, MN In Memory of Jeanne Holmes You are also considered an
Rich, Janet – Rochester, MN Fougerousse, Jerry & Kathy – West Dundee, IL alumni if you were a board
Swanson, Margret & Mark Muellerleile In Memory of Dan & Arlene Arenberg
– Mahtomedi, MN
member, or family camper.
Hansen, Jay & Nicole – Rochester, MN
Wood, Andrew & Krista – Rochester, MN In Honor of Evan Hansen
Once we review your informa-
Holmes, Mike & Leah – Rochester, MN tion, we will send you a confir-
In Memory of Jeanne Holmes mation email with login instruc-
Link, Russell & Jolene – Longville, MN tions.
In Memory of Jeanne Holmes
Muellerleile, Mark & Margret Swanson
Keeping up with our alumni is
--- Mahtomedi, MN important to us! We have in-
In Memory of Jeanne Holmes tegrated an online registration
Palmer, Susan – Rochester, MN system to keep your informa-
In Memory of Dan & Arlene Arenberg
Rich, Janet – Rochester, MN tion up to date and keep you
In Honor of Barbara Rich informed of what is happening
Weimer, Kent – Dallas, TX at Camp Olson YMCA.
In Honor of Beck, Holmes, Titus, Bohan
CAMP OLSON YMCA STAFF
In Kind Gifts
Russell Link - Executive Director,
Abraham, Mark & Lindsey - Longville, MN russ@campolson.org
Arrowhead Builders Supply - Longville, MN
Bachmann Heating & Cooling – Longville, MN Lindsey Abrahams – Camp Director,
Dollins, Tom & Kathy – Longville, MN lindsey@campolson.org
Jocko’s Saw Sharpening – Longville, MN
Johnson, Craig, Longville, MN Demi Kapler – Asst. Camp Director,
Link, Jolene – Longville, MN demi@campolson.org
Rasmussen College – Bloomington, MN
Rice Creative Services – Walker, MN Aidan Windebank – Property Manager
Wish List Gifts aidan@campolson.org
Amy Johnson – Office Manager
Bures, Frank & Bridgit Jordan – Mpls., MN
Palmer, Shaun – Rochester, MN info@campolson.org
$18,750 Scholarship Grant Awarded to Camp Olson YMCA
The YMCA of the USA’s Strategic Initiatives Fund awarded Camp Olson YMCA with a $18,750 grant to
be used to send first time campers to Camp Olson YMCA during the 2019 summer. This is a match-
ing grant, if you can help support this match please call or donate online or on Facebook to
support the scholarship program. Camp Olson YMCA provided over $89,000 in scholarship support
to over 240 youth during the summer of 2018.
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The 2018 Financial Review
Camp Olson YMCA is pleased to report that the fiscal year
ended on September 30, 2018 with a small surplus. This
was due in part to continued increased financial support, re-
stricted support,
significant in-kind donations by alumni and
friends which
help to offset costs related to our operations,
and capital
improvements. Figures provided by the indepen-
dent auditing
firm Sholom R Blake. To view a complete copy
of our 2017-18 audit or IRS 990 charitable report please
visit our website at www.campolson.org.
Assets
Current Assets 2018 2017
Cash & Cash Equivalents $ 534,242 $ 323,905
Current Pledges Receivable 111,146 209,884
Accounts Receivable 3,215 9,089
Inventory 15,390 12,459
Prepaid Expenses 8.927 9,137
Total Current Assets 682,920 564,474
Property & Equipment
Land 270,273 270,273
Buildings 3,337,960 1,313,131
Equipment 671,121 595,357
Total PPE 4,279,354 4,178,761
Less Accumulated
Depreciation (1,285,486) (1,134,184)
Net PPE 2,993,868 3,044,577 Camp Olson YMCA
Other Assets Wish List updated March 2019
Pledges Receivable Net Items Cost
of Current Portion 69,580 147,768 Archery Targets $1,000
Cert. of Deposit 0 205,312 (6) Archery Bows $800
Investments 106,481 0 (20) Canoe Paddles $400
Total Other Assets 176,061 353,080 (10) Bike Helmets $250
(2) Lifeguard Chairs $500
Total Assets $ 3,852,849 $ 3,962,131 (25) Lifejackets $800
Color Laser Printer (high capacity) $800
Liabilities and Net Assets High Volume Scanner $600
Current Liabilities (4) four-person tents $1,000
Current Note Payable $ 72,473 $ 80,000
(6) Backpacks $800
Accounts Payable 31,476 21,567
Wireless PA System $500
Accrued Expenses 24,064 21,845
(4) Saddles & Riding Pads $1,200
Total Current Liabilities 128,013 123,412 (10) Riding Helmets $400
(6) Old Hickory Rocking Chairs $5,000
Long-Term Debt, less current
(2) Pasture Shade Shelters $12,000
Maturities 0 320,000
(3) Campfire Rings $500
Total Liabilities 128,013 443,412 (6) Picnic Tables $1,200
(2) Sunfish Sailboats $10,000
Net Assets Board Designated 47,457 60,609 Propane Generator $6,000
Undesignated 3,456,964 3,363,509 Pontoon Boat $15,000
Temporarily Restricted 23,296 15,685 Bobcat Skid Steer $18,000
If you would like to donate to the Camp
Permanently Restricted 197,119 78.916
Olson Wish List or would like additional infor-
Total Net Assets 3,724,836 3,518,719 mation about items on the Wish List please
contact Russ Link, Executive Director at
Total Liabilities and Net Assets $ 3,852,849 3,962,131 russ@campolson.org or call 218-363-2207.
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Family Opportunities - Fun for the entire family
Every year, after summer youth camp is over, Camp Olson transforms into a Family Camp for 2
weeks. Family Camp allows families to stay and play in our rustic cabins while enjoying all of our
great programs together. Kids spend each morning in clubs with others their own age, led by our fun
and caring counselors. Grandparents, parents, meanwhile have the mornings free to do as they like:
Mom’s and Dad’s horseback rides, windsurf and sailing lessons, sauna, mountain bike or a book on
the beach are standard morning fare. Afternoons and evenings are programmed to include the whole
family! Other highlights include Breakfast rides to the Shurds, Fishing trips, the Beach Skit, the Big O
Rodeo, and of course, Friday’s all-camp Regatta. Family Camp is chance for families to spend QUAL-
ITY time together immersed in nature’s beauty and guided by our bright, young staff members
Limited space is still available for the 2019 summer. More information and registration forms are
available on our website www.campolson.org. Call the camp office at (218)363-2207
or email: info@campolson.org Family Camp (A) August 4-10, Family Camp (B) August 11-17
The Birch Log Page 9
Run/Walk
a Mile to Benefit 2019 Memorial Day Work Weekend
our Scholarship Program & Calling All Alumni and Friends!
“The Camp Olson 2019 Mile”
Camp Olson would not be ready for summer if it were
Camp Olson YMCA will be sponsoring a one- not for the valuable effort of volunteers willing to as-
mile run in conjunction with the Rochester Fest sist us in preparing camp for the summer. Come spend
celebration and the Rochester Track Club. The the weekend in the Northwoods for some fun, fellowship
run will take place on Saturday June 22 start and most rewarding work. We’ll provide the food, lodg-
time around 2:00 P.M. immediately before the ing and campfires; you provide the hands and energy.
Rochester Fest Parade, participants run the All family members are welcome! Below is a tentative
parade route. All Proceeds will benefit the schedule, please complete the reservation form below
Camp Olson YMCA scholarship program. For and mail to Camp Olson prior to May 1st. You are wel-
further information and registration visit the come for all or part of the weekend. Donations to offset
Olson website www.campolson.org food expenses are appreciated.
Friday, May 24 – 6:00-10:00 Arrival/Cabin Assign-
2019 Sponsors Needed ments
$500 Major Sponsor, $250 Sponsor
Please consider joining us as a sponsor or Saturday, May 25 – 8:00 Breakfast/Introduction/Safe-
volunteering for this event by contacting Camp ty Review 9-12:00 Work Projects, 12:00 Lunch, 1:00-
Olson YMCA. 218-363-2207. 4:00 Work Projects, 5:00 Dinner, 7:00 Campfire.
Camp Olson YMCA Sunday, May 26 - 8:00 Breakfast/Introduction/Safety
Review 9-12:00 Work Projects, 12:00 Lunch, 1:00 –
Summer Waiting List 4:00 Work Projects, 5:00 Dinner, 7:00 Campfire.
Over the past decade Camp Olson has begun Monday, May 27 – 9:00 Continental Breakfast, Enjoy
to fill earlier and earlier. We currently sit about Camp Thank you for all your efforts, travel home safely.
12% ahead of where we were last year on this
same date and 20% ahead of where we were For more information, contact the camp office:
in 2017. As camp fills earlier each year we 218-363-2207 or info@campolson.org
have needed to get creative to make sure we
are still able to provide a Camp Olson Experi-
ence for as many people as possible. This is 2019
Memorial
Day
Work
Weekend
Reservation
Form
where the Wait List comes in. To the average
person the Wait List can sound like a daunting,
why bother, enterprise that’s not worth the
time of applying for. I’m here to tell you nay! Family
Name
___________________________________________
Our Wait List is an ever moving and important
Address:_______________________________________________
tool that helps us to determine where we need
to be. This summer we have already added
City:_________________________State:__________Zip:_______
an additional LIT program because our Wait
List was so long. It also helped us to identify a HomePhone:_____________________Cell:___________________
need to change what would have been a boy’s
cabin into a girl’s cabin during another week. Email:_________________________________________________
It’s true that not everyone on the wait list will
get in, especially when it comes to our incred- #
of
People
in
your
Family/Group___________________________
ibly popular CIT and LIT programs. But these
lists help us determine the need for adding Cabin
Preference:_______________________________________
additional programs in future summers. So if
your preferred session has a wait list be sure We
will
arrive:
(
)
Friday
(
)
Saturday
(
)
Sunday
to apply for it, but also be sure to choose
another session as a second choice to ensure We
Will
depart:
(
)
Sunday
(
)
Monday
an Olson experience this summer. Maybe you’ll
one of the lucky ones and will be getting a call Enclosed
is
a
donation
to
assist
with
food
expense:
$__________
to let you know we were able to squeeze you
in!
Special
Dietary
Needs:___________________________________
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2019 Camp Olson YMCA CIT Program & Leaders
The Camp Olson Counselor in Training program is the transitioning step for those who aspire to
work at a camp in the future and for those who are looking for a challenging and life-changing op-
portunity. Camp Olson CIT’s undergo an experience like no other. Over the course of four weeks, they
will gain leadership skills, trek for a week along the Superior Hiking Trail, and forge lifelong bonds
with their fellow participants. The CIT program provides great life experiences and is a great primer
to future employment at Camp Olson and life after high school. Through hands-on experience and
thoughtful discussion and feedback from their leaders, all participants are able to turn inward and
discover the great power they hold within themselves. It is a life-changing journey!
There are a few openings, check our website for availability. If a session is full be sure to register this
is the only way to have your name added the waiting list. There is no financial obligation to be on the
waiting list.
Danee Voss – Minnepolis, MN ~ Leader Session 1234
Danee is a Dietetics major joining us from the college of St Benedict for her 4th sum-
mer on staff. In her time at camp Danee has spent much of her time counseling and
working at the corral. She has been an LIT leader and has connected with many of
our campers through the years.
Wynston Tacheny – Cold Spring, MN ~ Leader Session 1234
Wynston will be joining us as a graduate from UM-Duluth with a Chemical Engineering
degree. He is returning for his 6th summer on staff. He has been the Mountain Bikes
Director, an LIT leader, Nature Director and Counselor. He is a pro counselor and we
know he has a lot to teach the next generation!
Brooke Feia – Avon, MN ~ Leader Session 2345
Brooke Feia is returning to camp for her 6th summer on Staff at Camp Olson. She
has worked as an LIT leader, Outpost Staff and a counselor in her time with us. She is
a junior at UM-Duluth and is working to receive her degree in Communications. She
is full of love and has a lot to teach our future staff about caring for others!
Connor Link – Longville MN ~ Leader Session 2345
Connor Link is joining us for his fourth summer on staff. He has worked as an LIT
leader, Boathouse Assistant and counselor. He attends the University of WI-Madison
where he is working to achieve his degree in Mechanical engineering. He is an incred-
ibly hard worker and will inspire his campers to be the same.
Mary Cait Bayliss – Minneapolis, MN ~ Leader Session 4567
Mary Cait will be completing her 5th summer on staff at Camp Olson. She has been
the Nature Director, an LIT leader, counselor and Craftshop Director. She attends the
University of MN where she is working towards a degree in Family and Social Sci-
ences. She is passionate about camp and teaching campers to be themselves. She is
sure to pass along her passion to her campers.The Birch Log Page 11
Armando Noel – Northfield, MN ~ Leader Session 4567
Armando is returning for his 5th summer on staff and second time as a CIT Leader.
Armando has also worked at Target Sports, the Corral, as an LIT Leader, and as a
Counselor. Armando is completing basic training as part of the ROTC program. Ar-
mando is infectiously friendly and can make anyone feel welcome. He will be an asset
to his CITS!
Stina Lindholm – Rice, MN ~ Leader Session 5678
Stina is joining us for her 5th summer on staff. Stina has worked as the Outbound
Trips Director, lead LITs and has been a counselor. She will be graduating this spring
from the University of Iowa with her degree in Exercise Science. She is organized and
hardworking and will help to teach the next generation how to be dedicated staff.
Jon Bauer – Iola, WI ~ Leader Session 5678
Jon will be completing his 4th summer on staff. He has worked as a Boathouse As-
sistant, LIT Leader and Counselor. He attends the University of Madison where he is
working on his degree towards Mechanical Engineering. He is incredibly friendly and
easy to get along with. He will help to teach his CITs how to make any camper feel
welcome.
Class of 2019 Counselors-in Training
Alden Pennington Edwards, CO Jacob Olson Brainerd, MN
Alvaro Fernandez Madrid, Spain Javier de Claver Madrid Spain
Andrew Baccoli Apple Valley, MN Joey Miller St. Louis Park, MN
Annabel Bruton Minneapolis, MN Julia Staats Chanhassen, MN
Annabelle Bond St. Paul, MN Kathryn Headlee Avon, MN
Annika Julsrud Duluth, MN Kyle Doppler Rochester, MN
Bayleigh Borgen San Jose, CA Landon Jongeward Minneapolis, MN
Benjamin Spong Saint Paul, MN Lily Carr Minneapolis, MN
Braeden Johnson Austin, MN Lydia White Minneapolis, MN
Brandon Stolz Waconia, MN Maari Rohrbaugh Duluth, MN
Catie Sikes St. Cloud, MN Maddie Eliason Rochester, MN
Charli Petersen Cedar Falls, IA Maiya Furlong Brooklyn Park, MN
Charlie Nelesen St. Paul, MN Margaret Kelley Rochester, MN
Dominic Presa Rochester, MN Margaret Randall Edina, MN
Elise Rice Walker, MN Martha Dougherty Rochester, MN
Elizabeth Folpe Rochester, MN Maryellen Mastin Milaca, MN
Ella Davoudi New Brighton, MN Matthew Smith Allen Park, MI
Erin Vos Rochester, MN Matthew Todd Rochester, MN
Evan Tessmer-Tuck Edina, MN Noah Tweed Naperville, IL
Fiona Smith St. Paul, MN Norah Furlong Brooklyn Park, MN
Francesca Stewart Walker, MN Pedro Baz Fresno Madrid, Spain
George Weber Saint Paul, MN Rose-Charlotte Bracke Brussels, Belgium
Gwendolyn Williams Minneapolis, MN Siri Johnson American Embassy, Jordan
Hazel Lenoir Santa Ana, CA Sophie Bercaw Minneapolis, MN
Helen Milbrandt Rochester, MN Sophie Boes Rochester, MN
Ian Matenaer St. Paul, MN Tenley Simmons Brooklyn Park, MN
Isaiah Pesch Sauk Rapids, MNPage 12 The Birch Log
Camp Olson’s Newest Full-Time Staff Member
Demi Kapler
Over the past 17 years, camp has doubled in size in the terms of numbers
of campers who come through our doors. In that time our staffing structure
has not changed at all and our team of four has continued to take on a little
more work each year. We’ve finally reached a point where we need an extra
set of hands and have created the position of Assistant Director. After a Na-
tionwide search and reviewing over 40 candidates we were pleased to offer
the position to one of our own, Demi Kapler.
Demi’s has been coming to camp since 1994. She was a camper for years
and ultimately ended up as one of our esteemed staff. Demi worked as a
counselor and Corral Director from 2010-2014. In 2014 she also gradu-
ated from the University of Minnesota - Duluth with degrees in Psychology
and Outdoor Education. After graduation Demi spent 5 years in Utah where
she continued to gain valuable skills and experience in her work as a field-
guide, program coordinator for special needs youth, as a case manager for
youth and their families, and solo backpacking 1,000 miles of the Pacific
Crest Trail. Demi is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental
Health Counseling and Equine Assisted Mental Health from Prescott College.
Demi will be joining the team in early April and we are thrilled to have her
skills and expertise as we prepare for another successful summer!
2019 Summer Management Staff
We are fortunate to have Bailey Adkins returning to us as the Pro-
gram Director for her sixth summer on staff. Bailey has worked at
the boathouse for much of her time at camp and brings an immense
amount of knowledge with her as the Captain of the U of M sailing
team. Bailey will be graduating from the University of Minnesota with
her degree in Education. In addition to her time at the boathouse,
Bailey has also been a CIT Leader and a counselor. Bailey is camper
focused and has a lot to teach the next generation of staff about
working with kids and running a successful program area. Of course
she is a favorite at family camp!
Patrick Joyce will be returning for a second summer of Management Staff,
this will be Patrick’s 6th summer on staff. In all of his years on staff Patrick
has served as a Counselor, CIT leader, Nature staff and much more. This
spring he will be graduating with his degree in Social Work from Winona
State University. It’s hard not to get along with Patrick and his unexpected
humor. We know he will do a great job this summer for us as the CC. Wel-
come back Patrick!
Margret Raasch will be joining us as the LDP Coordinator for her 7th
summer on staff. Margret has been a Counselor, Waterfront Director,
Fishing Director, LIT and CIT Leader. She is excellent at inspiring youth
to take on leadership roles. Margret has an infectious personality and
campers gravitate to her. She has a lot to teach our CITs about mak-
ing connections with campers and helping them to be their best selves
while at camp. Margret is an early childhood/special education para-
professional in the WHA School District.The Birch Log Page 13
Two-Thirds of My Life
Sarah Fudge is returning for her sixteenth
summer in 2019. Eight as a camper and eight
as a staff member. This will be her third sum-
mer as our Girls Counselor Coordinator Few
people dedicate as many summers to camp
and we are thrilled to have such a stellar per-
son back. Sarah is a graduate from Missouri
State University where she received her de-
gree in psychology. At camp she has worked
as a CIT Leader, Corral staff, and much more.
She is excellent at establishing connections
with campers and staff alike. We are thrilled
to have Sarah back on the team this summer.
She is AMAZING!
At least once every summer someone asks me, “Is this your last summer?” I never quite know how
to answer. Whether that is because I’m not sure where I’ll be living, what job I’ll have to leave to come
back, or whether I can realistically afford to work at camp all summer, the answer that comes out tends
to be an optimistic, “We’ll see.”
The truth is, I’m not sure I’ll ever be able to leave. Camp helped raise me. As a camper, it taught me
that being away from my family wasn’t the end of the world. It taught me to be tenacious with my goals;
striving for my wrangler, my skipper, Crafty Queen, or the top of Carlton Peak. It taught me the thrill of
adventure and exploration on trips to Big Fork, Voyageurs National Park, and the Superior Hiking Trail.
Camp fanned the flames of my love of the outdoors with overnights, the bog, horses, and Leo, the tiger
salamander. Camp nurtured my creativity in the craft shop and my sense of responsibility as an LIT and
CIT. Camp gave me a family of strangers who changed my life, and gave me a place to go where I know
I will always belong.
Camp taught me a lot as a counselor too. Through long nights of being woken up for everything from
trips to the bathroom, to troublesome sleeping bag zippers, to bad dreams and chatty sleep walkers,
I learned patience (and the value of a good siesta). Through homesickness and cabin drama and long
power-up lines I learned how much it means to spend just five minutes really listening to someone.
Through cabin-only holidays, late night talks on the athletic field lying on a parachute, and sitting close
around a campfire singing Country Roads, I learned the impact that a single week can have on a camper
has just as much impact on the staff. I learned to choose my battles, to take a break, to garden, and
that sometimes the best way to teach someone is to let them fail.
Two years on management have taught me the beauty of opportunity. They’ve taught me that being
a kid is often much harder than it looks. I’ve learned time management, people management, and how
to take care of myself while making sure things are going well all over camp. I’ve learned that problems
never cease, but neither do the rewards of hard work and dedication. I’ve learned kids give back tenfold
what they are given in encouragement. I’ve learned little signals that someone needs some time off, and
when to step in versus when to be silent moral support for a counselor who doesn’t need anything other
than the confidence to try something, and I’ve gained confidence myself in the process.
I have never gone to camp and come home the same as I left. I go to camp and I learn things about
myself and the world around me. I learn new methods for dealing with issues, but I also learn about
what it’s like to be someone that kids and staff look to for support and guidance. I keep coming back
because I know I am part of something truly amazing; something more than just a bunch of kids spend-
ing a week or a summer in the middle of nowhere. I keep coming back because I know there will always
be more, this place, and the people who make it what it is, has to teach me. I’m just trying to give some
of that back.
2019 Summer Employment
Do you know if some interested in working at camp? Please have them visit our website or contact
Lindsey at lindsey@campolson.org. We are still looking to fill a few position yet this summer!Page 14 The Birch Log
65th Anniversary - August 30 - September 2, 2019
The planning for the 65th anniversary celebration “Carry On” is well on its way. Below is tentative
schedule of events and activities. If you have additional ideas for the program, please contact the camp
office. If you are interested in seeing old friends and making new ones, or if you want to be part of the
celebration of a place that has been positively impacting kids (and adults) for 65 years, or if you just want
to reconnect with Camp Olson, then plan on attending the reunion (August 30-September 2, 2019). Reg-
istration information is available on the Camp Olson website at www.campolson.org
We may not be able to go back in time, but we sure can go back to Camp Olson and have a great time.
Camp OLSON YMCA – The Big “O”
Tentative 65th Anniversary Schedule
Friday – AM Volunteer Orientation/Job Assignments
1:00-4:00 Registration & Tours
5:30-6:30 Dinner
7:00 Opening Welcome
9:00 Social & Campfires
9:00-11:00 Sauna
Saturday
8:00-9:30 Breakfast buffet (password)
9:00-11:30 Program Areas Open & Tours
11:45-1:15 Lunch (buffet)
1:00 Siesta of Course (siesta song)
1:00-5:00 Silent Auction
2:00-4:30 Tours and Program Areas Open
2:30 Big Boat Regatta
5:30 Dinner
6:30 - ??? Music & Singing Athletic Field (under tent)
9:30 Sky Lantern Release
9:30-11:30 Sauna
Sunday
8:00 Breakfast
9:00 Inspirational Gathering and Necrology
(candle lighting ceremony)
9:30 Keeper of the Dream Recognitions
10:00 State of Camp Olson & Future Plans
11:00-12:00 Program Areas Open
12:00-1:00 Lunch
2:00- Program Areas Open
3:00- Sun Fish Regatta
4:00-6:00 Mast Dropping
7:00 State of Camp Olson
8:00 Big O Variety Show
Monday
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Name Birth date CamperYears Staff Years Family Camper Years equipment including horseback rid-
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participants named on this registration
assigned single gender cabin. Which one night/day Day $75 and audio of the participants named on this
as needed for promotional purposes. I
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College Rate – 3 nights – Tent Site - Friday-Monday includes 8 meals & 3 $ 75.00 against Camp YMCA and its
volunteers for Olson
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nights lodging in a tent site and agreement to assist in kitchen for two meals mayemployees
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65th Anniversary Endowment Donation Option # of people x $65.00 #persons x $65.00 damages that may result from the conduct
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of other participants.
Totals
Signature Date
Make Checks payable to Camp Olson YMCA or Visa/MC # Exp. Date Signature
Fax, Mail or Email to:
Date
Camp Olson YMCA
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