Counselor Applications are Due April 1st
Registration for summer camp is still open, many sessions are waitlist only at this time.
Sessions with availability:
Mini Camp (June 18 – 19)
Bring Your Own Horse Week (June 21-27)
Week 2 (June 28 – July 4)
Week 8 (August 9 – 15) – space for boys still
PARENT & CAMPER INFORMATION
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FAQ for Parents & Campers
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Current Camp Families
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MEET OUR CAMP LEADERSHIP
As we prepare for summer 2026, take a minute to get to know our leadership staff for this season. These bios below will help introduce you to those who camp truly could not run without.
Jenn paragone
Camp Director
I have been the camp director for Hartford County 4-H camp since 2020. I have been a camper, counselor, and staff member. When I was on staff, I taught Arts and Crafts. The best part of camp is that we still have so many of the traditions I used to love when I was a camper! I am looking forward to seeing all the smiles on the faces of campers this summer. I can’t wait to see you all!
Maeve Collins
Camp Director
Hi all! My name is Maeve, and I am thrilled to be stepping into the role of Director this season. I have been coming to camp since I was 9 years old and have been a camper, counselor, staff member, GCC, Associate Director, and now Director — it has been quite a journey! I look forward to continuing the traditions that make camp special and working with our incredible team to make the best better. See you soon!
Mitch Leccese
Associate Director
Hi all, my name is Mitch and I am the Associate Director at Hartford County 4-H Camp! My job is to help Jenn and Maeve run camp, be in charge of the Teen Counselor Leadership Training Program, and keep our activities and programs running smoothly, along with bringing the energy throughout the day! I am so excited to be returning to work at camp and can’t wait to see all of the familiar faces and to get to know the new ones too!
Julia Giaquinto
Bring Your Own Horse Week Director
My journey with camp started over 20 years ago as a camper, later returning as a counselor, then staff. After a few years away, I am thrilled to come back “home” as Horse Week Director. Camp truly shaped who I am today, and horses have remained central to my life ever since. My foundation began at Spring Meadow Farm in Milford, and eventually led me to earn my degree in Equine Business Management & Riding from Johnson & Wales. While there, I got to study internationally, training at Westphalian Riding School in Germany where I earned my small bronze medal, and studying adventure-based tourism in Costa Rica. I was also a member of my university’s dressage team and spent 8 years caring for a retired school warmblood.
More recently, I explored the backcountry of the Absaroka Mountains on a horsepacking expedition with NOLS. I teach Equine Science at an agricultural high school in northern Massachusetts, where I work with students daily to build confidence. At camp, my goal is to create a safe, supportive, and fun environment where riders and their horses can learn, grow, and make lifelong memories just like I did. I can’t wait to meet you and your horses this summer!
Zack Heggelke
Cabin Coordinator
Hey everyone – my name is Zack and I’m proud to say I will be a Cabin Coordinator this summer! This summer will mark my 11th summer at camp and my third as a staff member. I am eager to return to my favorite place on earth and make so many new friends and memories. Camp has always had such an impact on my life and I can’t wait to spread that joy with you. See you all this summer!
Fi0nnoula Collins
Cabin Coordinator
Hey! I’m Nola, one of the Cabin Coordinators this summer! This will be my second year on staff, and I’m so excited to be spending another summer with everyone! I can’t wait to make even more memories this year – see you all soon!
Emily Rocha
Cabin Coordinator
Hi everyone! My name is Emily and I’m so excited to be one of your Cabin Coordinators this year. Even though I live in Georgia, I have grown up going to camp and love it more every year that
Aiden Keegan
Cabin Coordinator
Hi everyone! My name is Aiden and I’m so excited to be a Cabin coordinator this year! I can’t wait to see everyone back at camp and make some new memories. This will be my second year on staff and my 6th summer at camp, and I can’t wait to make this the best one yet. See you soon!
Riley Kudlac
Waterfront Director
Hi! I’m Riley and I am this year’s waterfront director! This will be my third year on staff and my 11th year at camp, and my love for camp has only grown stronger with each year. I am so happy to be back at the pond, and to help continue making it the best place at camp. See you all this summer!
CELia Aguilar
Horse Activity Director
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STAFF & COUNSELOR INFORMATION
Interested in applying for Staff? Visit our Job Openings page for more information.
Attention Teen Counselors: The counselor application window is open is closed for 2025. In order to be a counselor, applicants must turn 15 by January of that camping season. Next years application will open in February 2026. Learn more about the teen counselor role.
Job Openings
Teen Counselors
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Rental Information
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Camp Calendar
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Volunteer Opportunities
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