Our Team
Michigan United Conservation Clubs carefully recruits its camp staff from numerous colleges and universities throughout Michigan. We recruit candidates who have knowledge of conservation, outdoor skills, and environmental education as well as demonstrate a mature and responsible attitude. Background checks are completed for all staff hired and participation in a week long training session is a requirement for employment. During this time, each of our camp staff learns the importance of teaching techniques, camper motivation, behavior management, leadership and emergency procedures plus the many different curricula they will be instructing as part of their training. We are extremely proud of the staff at Cedar Lake Outdoor Center and assure you that the utmost care is taken to provide a safe and encouraging atmosphere for your child at camp. As a State of Michigan Licensed Camp, we not only meet the requirements of several inspections we strive to go above those requirements in order to deliver the best experiences for your child!
Shannon Stover
Camp Director and Educator
Shannon began her position at MUCC as Camp Director in January of 2023. Growing up in Mount Clemens and with a background in equestrian, hunting, fishing and camping, she is looking forward to another summer leading the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth camp. Shannon comes from a family of veterans and hunting advocates.
Shannon attended Central Michigan University, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies with a double minor in Anthropology and Geography.
Prior to MUCC, she worked as a camp counselor in Elk Rapids, Michigan. She also worked as a Behavior Technician for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Shannon is a certified Hunter Education Instructor and leads the campers through the Michigan Hunter Education Course alongside her other camp director duties.
2024 Camp Staff
Roy Bowman
Assistant Director
Roy is back for his third summer with us. Starting as waterfront director, Roy is now the camp’s assistant director. Originally from Jackson, Michigan, he enjoys spending his summers at camp. Roy attends Lake Superior State University where he studies Conservation Biology and Natural Resources Technology and competes on their Track & Field team.
He enjoys spending time in the great outdoors running, hiking, biking, and spending time with his friends and family!
Ashton Krill
Waterfront Director
This is Ashton’s second season at the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp. Last year he was a conservation educator and this year he will be the Waterfront Director. Ashton is First Aid, CPR, and Lifeguard certified. He attends Michigan State University and is pursuing a degree in secondary education. Ashton is also the Vice President of the MSU Waterskiing team.
Conservation Educator – Ashley Danielak
Conservation Educator – Andreas Overmyer
Conservation Educator – Colton King
Conservation Educator – Mind Kind
Conservation Educator – Ethan Tang
Conservation Educator – Ella Graves
Ella enjoys a multitude of outdoor activities, including hiking, camping and kayaking. She has a particular passion for wildlife and is currently pursuing a degree in Environmentasl Biology/Zoology at Michigan State University.
Range Officer – Jared Christensen
Jared recently graduated from Lake Superior State University, where he majored in Fisheries Management. He loves doing outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and archery.
Health Officer – Mitchell Hack
This is Mitchell’s first year at the Michigan Out-of-Doors Youth Camp. He is very excited to be our health officer! He currently studies Chemistry and Pharmacology at Michigan State University. He is also one of the captains of the MSU Waterski team. Mitchell has been water skiing for 12 years!
Facility Manager – Collin Haddad
Kitchen Manager – Ashlee Miller
Our 2024 team is a mix of returning and new staff. All of them have gone through an intense week of staff training and learned all camp protocols, emergency procedures and health procedures. ensuring your campers will be happy, healthy, and safe! Oh, and they are all SUPER fun and hilarious. No shortage of laughs around this bunch!
