Leadership
Bob Strodel, Executive Director and Debbie Strodel, Bookkeeper
Bob is a second generation Camp Director and attended Brookwoods as a camper when growing up. He met Debbie when they were on staff at another Christian camp, and they celebrated their 33 year anniversary this year. In 2012 Bob will be marking his 35th summer at Brookwoods and 18 years as the Executive Director! Bob and Debbie have two children, Gordon and Meagan, who have come up through the program at Brookwoods and
Deer Run.
George Bowling, Conference Center Director
Close to 7000 conference guest come through Brookwoods each year from September to May. George is the person who makes it happen with a smile on his face and a willing heart. During the summer George supervises a large Tripping Staff that will take each cabin on an overnight hike or canoe experience every two weeks at camp. George's personal outdoor skills are legendary; he can even start a fire in the rain with a bag of Doritos! George's wife, Mary Beth, directs Camp Deer Run for girls. Their daughters, Tennessee and Savannah enjoy attending Deer Run.
Mary Lefebvre, Registrar
When you call camp, you will probably have the chance to talk to Mary. She knows it all since her son and daughter attend Brookwoods and Deer Run. If you want to know what really goes on at camp, from a parental prospective, talk to Mary!Craig Boronow, Director of Maine Operations
Craig grew up at Brookwoods and Deerfoot Lodge in NY, and served on the staff at Deerfoot while he was attending Wheaton College, near Chicago. Not only did he get his degree at Wheaton, but he also met his wife Michelle. Craig is responsible for running all the aspects of our Maine operations including the summer adventure camp, Moose River Outpost Outdoor Adventure Center and Windfall Rafting.Peter Blatchley, Director of Core Services
Peter is the newest member on staff, but his family has a long history at Camp. His wife, Lois, and three children (Chris, Sarah and Emma) have all attended Brookwoods, Deer Run or Moose River Outpost. Peter grew up attending Deerfoot Lodge in NY. He joins us after having worked in Istanbul for 4 year and before that he worked as an Engineer for Bose Corporation.
