In this episode, Joshua talks with Natalie Cunningham, one of the summer APD's of 2025. They talk about Natalie's years at camp, how camp has impacted her, and their favorite camp traditions. Natalie also talks about some things she hopes to convey to the staff, campers, and parents this summer!
From Natalie: "My name is Natalie, I am 21 years old, and this summer I will be serving as one of the assistant program directors at Beaver Camp. This is my fourth summer on staff, but the past three summers I have been a counselor and wilderness trip leader. I recently graduated from Houghton University with a degree in Environmental Science and a minor in Bible. In the fall, I plan to look for jobs and internships, hopefully either in the conservation field or in full-time camp ministry. Some of my hobbies include hiking, camping, playing the guitar, and softball. I was raised in a Christian home and have been blessed with wonderful parents who have raised me to know and love the Lord. I have been active in my church from a very young age, but I didn’t begin to make my faith my own until late high school. Prior to that, I was living a very wishy-washy faith that didn’t really go beyond Sunday morning service. Being on staff at Beaver Camp and attending college have led to an incredible amount of personal and spiritual growth for me! I have learned a lot of hard lessons and been through some challenges, but having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ has made the hard times manageable. I have learned to lean on Him and trust that He is molding and shaping me through the difficulties. I am learning that on my own, I can do nothing, but in my weakness, He is strong!"
