Meet Our Staff
We are so excited to be able to offer a program that has given so much to so many, a program that allows children to be themselves and grow emotionally and spiritually. We like to say that we have "perfected" the delicate balance of guidance versus experience. We want to allow campers to experience unique situations. These situations include, but are not limited to, true wilderness backpacking, horseback riding, or canoeing with gentle and pointed guidance. It is our hope that these positive learning experiences will carry over throughout the year.
Our ability to work so seamlessly with campers comes from real-world experiences. As administrators, Chris, Jenny, and Angie bring with them a unique set of qualifications. Each has true hands-on experience in education, summer camp direction, planning, and staffing which results in a very well-organized, fun, safe, and rewarding experience for all involved. As a Camp, we strive to hire the best and brightest staff. We seek caring, knowledgeable, and compassionate individuals. Take a moment to meet our 2025 Camp Tesahe staff!
Our ability to work so seamlessly with campers comes from real-world experiences. As administrators, Chris, Jenny, and Angie bring with them a unique set of qualifications. Each has true hands-on experience in education, summer camp direction, planning, and staffing which results in a very well-organized, fun, safe, and rewarding experience for all involved. As a Camp, we strive to hire the best and brightest staff. We seek caring, knowledgeable, and compassionate individuals. Take a moment to meet our 2025 Camp Tesahe staff!
Chris Mishoe (Director)
Chris has been part of the program since he was a teenager -- beginning way back in 1984 as a camper. Since then, he has been a part of almost every season.
"There really are no words to explain what this program has given me. If you read the mission statement on the front, I was the kid they were talking to. Looking for self-worth, confidence, and affirmation, this program did just that. It made me who I am. I am extremely grateful that I have the opportunity to try to instill in others the values that built me as a person. I am very excited to reach a new generation of campers, and very thankful that the young people that came before continue to trust us, not only me but the rest of our awesome staff, with their most precious gifts. I'm looking forward to the next chapter of this camp life."
Chris has been part of the program since he was a teenager -- beginning way back in 1984 as a camper. Since then, he has been a part of almost every season.
"There really are no words to explain what this program has given me. If you read the mission statement on the front, I was the kid they were talking to. Looking for self-worth, confidence, and affirmation, this program did just that. It made me who I am. I am extremely grateful that I have the opportunity to try to instill in others the values that built me as a person. I am very excited to reach a new generation of campers, and very thankful that the young people that came before continue to trust us, not only me but the rest of our awesome staff, with their most precious gifts. I'm looking forward to the next chapter of this camp life."
Jenny Mishoe (Director)
Jenny has 30 years of summer camp experience with 15+ years in summer camp administration. She has a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies (Elementary) and an MS in Educational Leadership from Radford University. She serves as a founding faculty member and lead teacher at St. John Neumann Academy in Blacksburg, VA where she teaches Second Grade. Jenny is an integral part of our programming, as she is the mastermind behind our group and activity scheduling.
"When I think of Camp, one word comes to mind...family. Camp has been my home away from home for more than twenty-five years. It is where I met my husband and where we raised our two girls each summer. Camp has introduced me to some of my closest friends. It is this idea of family that keeps me coming back to West Virginia every summer. I enjoy sharing with others that sense of family. There is no better place to be a family than in a safe, nurturing, Christ-centered environment surrounded by God's natural beauty."
Jenny has 30 years of summer camp experience with 15+ years in summer camp administration. She has a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies (Elementary) and an MS in Educational Leadership from Radford University. She serves as a founding faculty member and lead teacher at St. John Neumann Academy in Blacksburg, VA where she teaches Second Grade. Jenny is an integral part of our programming, as she is the mastermind behind our group and activity scheduling.
"When I think of Camp, one word comes to mind...family. Camp has been my home away from home for more than twenty-five years. It is where I met my husband and where we raised our two girls each summer. Camp has introduced me to some of my closest friends. It is this idea of family that keeps me coming back to West Virginia every summer. I enjoy sharing with others that sense of family. There is no better place to be a family than in a safe, nurturing, Christ-centered environment surrounded by God's natural beauty."
Angie Ross (Director)
Angie has 20+ years summer camp staff experience with 15+ of those as an administrator. She taught grades 4th-8th in various subjects for 16 years. Now she spends her time running her family's two retail stores in Vermont, being a Dog Mom, and generally enjoying life.
"Camp has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a camper, I met friends, enjoyed the activities, grew closer to God, and dreamed of becoming a counselor. I was able to move up the ranks and move beyond that dream when I was chosen for the position of Director. I have had the privilege of watching children grow into adults, meeting my husband and many of my best friends at camp. My own respect and love for nature has grown so much that my colleagues now call me their "green friend", and I owe this to my time at camp. I hope to pass this love of the outdoors on to campers for generations to come. It's not where you are, it's who you're with."
Angie has 20+ years summer camp staff experience with 15+ of those as an administrator. She taught grades 4th-8th in various subjects for 16 years. Now she spends her time running her family's two retail stores in Vermont, being a Dog Mom, and generally enjoying life.
"Camp has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a camper, I met friends, enjoyed the activities, grew closer to God, and dreamed of becoming a counselor. I was able to move up the ranks and move beyond that dream when I was chosen for the position of Director. I have had the privilege of watching children grow into adults, meeting my husband and many of my best friends at camp. My own respect and love for nature has grown so much that my colleagues now call me their "green friend", and I owe this to my time at camp. I hope to pass this love of the outdoors on to campers for generations to come. It's not where you are, it's who you're with."
Ella Coleman
Ella is a rising senior at Saint Gertrude High school in Richmond, Virginia. She has been going to camp for two years as a Special K and this will be her first year on staff. Ella enjoys listening to music, playing tennis and pickleball, and going to the beach.
“Camp Tesahe has quickly become my favorite part of the summer! I am so excited for my first year on staff and a great week at camp!”
Ella is a rising senior at Saint Gertrude High school in Richmond, Virginia. She has been going to camp for two years as a Special K and this will be her first year on staff. Ella enjoys listening to music, playing tennis and pickleball, and going to the beach.
“Camp Tesahe has quickly become my favorite part of the summer! I am so excited for my first year on staff and a great week at camp!”
Anna Crumm
Anna is a Cybersecurity Engineering student at West Virginia University. She has been going to camp for 9 years, and this will be her second year on staff. Anna enjoys spending time outdoors, Taylor Swift, swimming, and hanging out with friends.
“I’m really excited for my second year on staff and a great year at camp!”
Anna is a Cybersecurity Engineering student at West Virginia University. She has been going to camp for 9 years, and this will be her second year on staff. Anna enjoys spending time outdoors, Taylor Swift, swimming, and hanging out with friends.
“I’m really excited for my second year on staff and a great year at camp!”
Chris Davis
Chris graduated college with a BS in History. Currently, he is a museum curator and World War II historian. He is looking forward to making this year memorable.
"At 10 years old, I went to CT for the first time and was hooked! I love the outdoors and the camaraderie that grows around this camp. One of my favorite camp moments was when I rode a horse on the trails."
Chris graduated college with a BS in History. Currently, he is a museum curator and World War II historian. He is looking forward to making this year memorable.
"At 10 years old, I went to CT for the first time and was hooked! I love the outdoors and the camaraderie that grows around this camp. One of my favorite camp moments was when I rode a horse on the trails."
Joel DiStefano
Joel was fortunate to grow up on the property, starting back in 1987. Along with his three brothers and sister, Joel attended camp as soon as he was able starting in 1994 until he was able to be a Special K. Joel took a year break to prepare for college and once he started, came back as a counselor from 2006-2010 before moving on to join the United States Army in 2011. Joel is taking a short vacation to come back to not only his home but to the place where countless summer memories have shaped his life.
“Since the first time I came to camp to the last year I was a counselor, there was never a summer where I didn’t talk about camp in some way and truly wished to be back home. I love this place and it is absolutely the finest place I know. I’m so excited to come back and work with staff that taught me how to swim (Chris/Jenny) and counselors that were just kids when I was a counselor.”
Joel was fortunate to grow up on the property, starting back in 1987. Along with his three brothers and sister, Joel attended camp as soon as he was able starting in 1994 until he was able to be a Special K. Joel took a year break to prepare for college and once he started, came back as a counselor from 2006-2010 before moving on to join the United States Army in 2011. Joel is taking a short vacation to come back to not only his home but to the place where countless summer memories have shaped his life.
“Since the first time I came to camp to the last year I was a counselor, there was never a summer where I didn’t talk about camp in some way and truly wished to be back home. I love this place and it is absolutely the finest place I know. I’m so excited to come back and work with staff that taught me how to swim (Chris/Jenny) and counselors that were just kids when I was a counselor.”
Hunter Griffith
Hunter has been a part of the Camp program for many years, first as a camper and then as a Special K. This will be her 10th year on staff.
"Words cannot express how excited I am to be returning to camp. I can’t wait to see all of the new and returning campers, play some tennis, and sing at the top of our lungs at the finest camp I know. Alright!"
Hunter has been a part of the Camp program for many years, first as a camper and then as a Special K. This will be her 10th year on staff.
"Words cannot express how excited I am to be returning to camp. I can’t wait to see all of the new and returning campers, play some tennis, and sing at the top of our lungs at the finest camp I know. Alright!"
Lincoln Heilman
Lincoln is a student at West Virginia University at Parkerburg studying Multicraft Technology. This will be his second year on staff. He enjoys playing tennis, basketball, and hiking.
“I’m super excited to be back at camp after taking a year off to get ready for college!!
Lincoln is a student at West Virginia University at Parkerburg studying Multicraft Technology. This will be his second year on staff. He enjoys playing tennis, basketball, and hiking.
“I’m super excited to be back at camp after taking a year off to get ready for college!!
Owen Lorentz
Owen is a senior at Bridgeland High School in Cypress TX. He enjoys being outdoors, fishing, and playing basketball.
"I loved camp as a young camper, and I look forward to my first year on staff!"
Owen is a senior at Bridgeland High School in Cypress TX. He enjoys being outdoors, fishing, and playing basketball.
"I loved camp as a young camper, and I look forward to my first year on staff!"
Sophia Mishoe
Sophia will be a third-year student at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond where she studies dance. She has been coming to camp for 21 years (first as a two-month old baby!) and this will be her third year on staff. Sophia enjoys tennis, arts and crafts, and the campfires.
"When I think of camp, it's not just the place I think of but the people also. They are my second family, and I wouldn't be where I am today without them. This program and this family has raised me and helped me find myself. Through camp I have discovered my love for nature and the mountains, how to step out of my comfort zone, and that friendships formed at summer camp are bonds that are uneasily broken. I have been looking forward to the day when we would make it back to the finest place I know and to say I'm excited would be an understatement!"
Sophia will be a third-year student at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond where she studies dance. She has been coming to camp for 21 years (first as a two-month old baby!) and this will be her third year on staff. Sophia enjoys tennis, arts and crafts, and the campfires.
"When I think of camp, it's not just the place I think of but the people also. They are my second family, and I wouldn't be where I am today without them. This program and this family has raised me and helped me find myself. Through camp I have discovered my love for nature and the mountains, how to step out of my comfort zone, and that friendships formed at summer camp are bonds that are uneasily broken. I have been looking forward to the day when we would make it back to the finest place I know and to say I'm excited would be an understatement!"
Emily Monroe
Emily is a registered nurse in the emergency room of Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. She came to camp as a kid and is excited to have her first summer on staff. She loves the traveling, the outdoors and reading at the beach!
“I loved my camp experience as a kid and I can’t wait to help the campers have the same this year”
Emily is a registered nurse in the emergency room of Candler Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. She came to camp as a kid and is excited to have her first summer on staff. She loves the traveling, the outdoors and reading at the beach!
“I loved my camp experience as a kid and I can’t wait to help the campers have the same this year”
Kelci Parker
Kelci is a registered nurse in the cardiac stepdown unit of St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, WV. She has been a part of the Camp family for 17 years--1o years as a camper, 1 year as a Special K, and 6 years as a counselor!
"Camp is my second home and family, and it’s my favorite part of summer. My favorite camp activity is water polo at general swim. I love to make campers laugh!"
Kelci is a registered nurse in the cardiac stepdown unit of St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, WV. She has been a part of the Camp family for 17 years--1o years as a camper, 1 year as a Special K, and 6 years as a counselor!
"Camp is my second home and family, and it’s my favorite part of summer. My favorite camp activity is water polo at general swim. I love to make campers laugh!"
Kennedy Quillen
Kennedy is a Ph.D. student studying seagrass restoration at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science, but nothing could get in the way of her returning to West Virginia for Camp Tesahe! Kennedy has been coming to camp for 15 years, and this is her 6th year of staff.
“Camp has been a special part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have made so many great friends and memories, most of which have gone hand in hand! The people here are some of the best on Earth — they have become my second family! That is a feeling I hope I can pass along to our future campers for years to come.”
Kennedy is a Ph.D. student studying seagrass restoration at the University of South Florida College of Marine Science, but nothing could get in the way of her returning to West Virginia for Camp Tesahe! Kennedy has been coming to camp for 15 years, and this is her 6th year of staff.
“Camp has been a special part of my life for as long as I can remember. I have made so many great friends and memories, most of which have gone hand in hand! The people here are some of the best on Earth — they have become my second family! That is a feeling I hope I can pass along to our future campers for years to come.”
Russ Reiger
Russ has been coming down to camp for over 25 years. As a former EMT, he has served on the medical staff as our camp nurse. He works at Hanger Clinic as a Certified Orthotist, working at various hospitals in the Pittsburgh area. When not working, you will find him as a Faith Formation teacher --for over 40 years! He has also been a softball coach for over 30 years. His hobbies include photography and driving his ’75 Olds Convertible.
“I love coming to camp to get away from everyday work and activities. I enjoy spending time with the 'Camp Family', watching everyone grow, and meeting new campers.”
Russ has been coming down to camp for over 25 years. As a former EMT, he has served on the medical staff as our camp nurse. He works at Hanger Clinic as a Certified Orthotist, working at various hospitals in the Pittsburgh area. When not working, you will find him as a Faith Formation teacher --for over 40 years! He has also been a softball coach for over 30 years. His hobbies include photography and driving his ’75 Olds Convertible.
“I love coming to camp to get away from everyday work and activities. I enjoy spending time with the 'Camp Family', watching everyone grow, and meeting new campers.”
Sheridan Roush
Sheridan is excited to return to Camp Tesahe as a counselor, 20 years after spending several summers there as a camper. She has experience teaching children 3-18, with over a decade teaching early childhood as a primary Montessori teacher. Currently, she is a lower elementary special education teacher at a public Montessori school in Arlington, Virginia. While she currently resides in Northern Virginia with her family, she is eager to spend a week in the rolling mountains of her home state, West Virginia.
“My childhood weeks spent at camp provided plenty of core memories- horseback riding, canoeing, trail hiking, camping, singing, and building wonderful friendships. I am excited to help create the magic of Camp Tesahe for a new generation of campers.”
Sheridan is excited to return to Camp Tesahe as a counselor, 20 years after spending several summers there as a camper. She has experience teaching children 3-18, with over a decade teaching early childhood as a primary Montessori teacher. Currently, she is a lower elementary special education teacher at a public Montessori school in Arlington, Virginia. While she currently resides in Northern Virginia with her family, she is eager to spend a week in the rolling mountains of her home state, West Virginia.
“My childhood weeks spent at camp provided plenty of core memories- horseback riding, canoeing, trail hiking, camping, singing, and building wonderful friendships. I am excited to help create the magic of Camp Tesahe for a new generation of campers.”
Stella Shropshire
Stella will be a senior at St. Gertrude High School in Richmond, Virginia. She has been attending camp for as long as she can remember!
“I think of camp as a home away from home and love coming back each year. I learned so much and had the most fun when I was younger and cannot wait to see the campers do the same!”
Stella will be a senior at St. Gertrude High School in Richmond, Virginia. She has been attending camp for as long as she can remember!
“I think of camp as a home away from home and love coming back each year. I learned so much and had the most fun when I was younger and cannot wait to see the campers do the same!”
Kate Snider
Kate is a registered nurse living and working in Charleston, South Carolina. Her favorite thing to do is spend her days off at the beach and listen to Taylor Swift! Kate has been attending camp for a total of 12 years and this is her 4th year on staff.
"I can’t believe it is finally almost time for the best week of the year! Camp is such a special place to me and a lot of my best childhood memories took place there. My favorite thing about camp is spending time outdoors and seeing the joy on campers’ faces when they try new things for the first time!"
Kate is a registered nurse living and working in Charleston, South Carolina. Her favorite thing to do is spend her days off at the beach and listen to Taylor Swift! Kate has been attending camp for a total of 12 years and this is her 4th year on staff.
"I can’t believe it is finally almost time for the best week of the year! Camp is such a special place to me and a lot of my best childhood memories took place there. My favorite thing about camp is spending time outdoors and seeing the joy on campers’ faces when they try new things for the first time!"
Sarah Snider
Sarah is a clinical pharmacist currently working in Cleveland, OH. Although her career has taken her elsewhere, West Virginia will always be her home! This will be her 7th year on staff and 14th year at camp. She's excited to see everyone at the pool and on the lake this summer!
"Camp has been the best week of the year since I was 10 years old. Many of my closest friends—from adolescence through adulthood—are camp friends! It sparked my love for the outdoors and provided me with a support network that I use year round. It truly is the finest camp I know!"
Sarah is a clinical pharmacist currently working in Cleveland, OH. Although her career has taken her elsewhere, West Virginia will always be her home! This will be her 7th year on staff and 14th year at camp. She's excited to see everyone at the pool and on the lake this summer!
"Camp has been the best week of the year since I was 10 years old. Many of my closest friends—from adolescence through adulthood—are camp friends! It sparked my love for the outdoors and provided me with a support network that I use year round. It truly is the finest camp I know!"
Anna Zoller
Anna has been coming to camp for 26 years, has been on staff for 6 years, and is excited for her 7th year on staff! She has her Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis and works in the Smyth County school system as a Behavioral Specialist. She has missed her camp family and is excited to meet new faces! She hopes to give the campers the same camp experience that she got to grow up with!
“Camp really is the best week out of my summer and the finest place I know! I’ve been looking forward to this week for months, and I’m so excited to be back with everyone! I always enjoy giving campers the same experience I had growing up!"
Anna has been coming to camp for 26 years, has been on staff for 6 years, and is excited for her 7th year on staff! She has her Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis and works in the Smyth County school system as a Behavioral Specialist. She has missed her camp family and is excited to meet new faces! She hopes to give the campers the same camp experience that she got to grow up with!
“Camp really is the best week out of my summer and the finest place I know! I’ve been looking forward to this week for months, and I’m so excited to be back with everyone! I always enjoy giving campers the same experience I had growing up!"
Jacob Zoller
Jacob is a Biologist from Wytheville, Virginia. This is his second year on staff, and he looks forward to seeing returning faces and meeting new ones.
“I look forward to getting to know the campers and give them the best experience possible! I am excited to continue the camp experience!"
Jacob is a Biologist from Wytheville, Virginia. This is his second year on staff, and he looks forward to seeing returning faces and meeting new ones.
“I look forward to getting to know the campers and give them the best experience possible! I am excited to continue the camp experience!"
Moose Zoller
Moose is a 5 year old Aussie Doodle currently residing with his parents in Wytheville, Virginia. Moose enjoys a classic game of fetch, snuggles, and lots of pets from campers. Moose is a very friendly and loving pup, but let us know if you would prefer him to keep his distance--he won't be offended! This will be Moose's third year on staff.
"Bark"
Moose is a 5 year old Aussie Doodle currently residing with his parents in Wytheville, Virginia. Moose enjoys a classic game of fetch, snuggles, and lots of pets from campers. Moose is a very friendly and loving pup, but let us know if you would prefer him to keep his distance--he won't be offended! This will be Moose's third year on staff.
"Bark"