Key Staff
Dan Reynolds
Director of Endless Possibilities
Akron Rotary Camp
Email:
Phone:
330-644-4512 ext 3200
330-926-4952 direct dial
With the Y Since:
5/1995
Experience:
My love for camping started when I was 15 years old with my first job at an Easter Seals camp near my home. I started working at the Akron Y as a Rotary Camp cabin counselor, after my freshman year in college. It was the hardest job I ever had, but the most rewarding. I spent the rest of my collegiate career working summers between Rotary Camp and Camp Y-Noah doing a variety of jobs. I've been the director of the Akron Rotary Camp since 2000 and it continues to be the most rewarding experience of my life. The best part of working at the YMCA, is knowing that I'm making a difference in peoples' lives.
Qualifications:
I graduated from Slippery Rock University with a degree in Therapeutic Recreation. I am Christopher's and Kaylee's dad. They have taught me more about children than all of my camp experiences. I serve on the American Camp Association Board as the Vice President for the Ohio Section. I had the opportunity to present at regional camping conferences on a variety of subjects, including inclusion, disability education, and behavior management.
Hobbies & Interests:
I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. My favorite place to relax is at the family cottage in Slippery Rock, PA.
Favorite Book or Movie:
Book: A Walk in the Woods. Movie: Indian Summer - of course.
Michelle Cahoon
The Bridgebuilder
Akron Rotary Camp
Email:
Phone:
330-644-4512 ext 3201
With the Y Since:
July 2006
Experience:
My experience with Rotary Camp started in the summer of 2006. Before Rotary I worked for Summit County Help Me Grow as a Family Support Specialist. I also volunteer as the Vice President of the Greater Akron Chapter of the Autism Society of America since 2003.
Qualifications:
My son Tristan is diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, behavior disorder NOS, PICA and sensory disorder dysfunction. He is 9 years old and a great kid, who loves life.
Hobbies:
I love spending time with my son and husband. Going out to dinner, shopping, attending autism conferences and relaxing.
Favorite Books & Movies:
Books: Thinking in Pictures by Temple Grandin, The Regulators by Stephen King. Movies: Shawshank Redemption, Tombstone and What Dreams May Come.
Dawn Housley
Director of First Impressions
Akron Rotary Camp
Email:
Phone:
330-644-4512 ext 3203
With the Y Since:
March 2009
Experience:
I was in restaurant management for many years before becoming a stay-at-home mom in 1996 to four adopted children. I became a Rotary Camp family in the summer of 2004 and quickly became involved in all the programs.
Qualifications:
My 13 year old daughter, Angel, has down syndrome and is pacemaker dependent. My 11 year old son is diagnosed with F.A.S., Reactive Attachement Disorder, O.D.D., ADHD, and DD.
Hobbies & Interests:
Watching my children in band and sports. Reading and scrap-booking.
Favorite Book or Movie:
Books: Christian-based love stories Movies: Blindside and Extraordinary Measures
Joshua Strelbicki
The Innovator
Akron Rotary Camp
Email:
Phone:
330-644-4512 ext 3204
With the Y Since:
Summer of 2001
Experience:
I joined the Rotary Camp family in the summer of 2001 as a counselor and continued to come back until the summer of 2006. During that time I also worked at Y-Noah for their Outdoor Education program and weekend groups. My experience at camp has been rewarding on a personal and professional level, and continues to provide fun challenges and insights. Camp and the YMCA continues to shape the person that I am today. I enjoy working with the children and adults that we serve and feel privileged to develop and maintain the awesome programs at Rotary! I am also personally invested as my mother had Cerebral Palsy, and attended camp in her youth.
Qualifications:
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from Slippery Rock University and am currently seeking certification. I am also a member of the American Camping Association (ACA).
Hobbies & Interests:
I am an avid outdoor enthusiast! I recently completed the 2,178 mile trek across the Appalachian Mountains from Georgia to Maine and am always seeking another outdoor challenge. I enjoy hiking, biking, kayaking, rock climbing, and geocaching. I also enjoy playing guitar, flute, djembe, harmonica, and didjereedoo. Books, cooking, knitting, and astronomy are some other favorite past times.
Favorite Book or Movie:
Book: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexander Dumas Movie: Hook and I Heart Huckabees
Bonnie Lass Wojno
Dreamweaver
Akron Rotary Camp
Phone:
330-644-4512 ext 3206
Email:bonniew@akronymca.org
With the Y since:
December 2009
Experience:
My camping experiences include camping with the girl scouts when my daughters were in scouting as well as a few family camping trips. However, now my favorite campsite is a comfortable hotel!
I joined the Rotary Camp Family in December 2009 to help raise funds to renovate and enhance the camp buildings for the new century. Prior to joining camp, I worked for Holy Family Parish for many years in fund raising and stewardship. I have also worked in the software industry as a Regional Manager of Customer Support that was many years ago, before having three beautiful loving children!
Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Community Health Planning and Administration from the University of Cincinnati 1979 and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the State University of New York at Oswego. Twelve years in the Fundraising profession.
Hobbies and interests:
I have a passion to see that children are provided educational opportunities to help them be all that they can be. I see Rotary Camp as enabling our most precious children the opportunity to develop their abilities to their fullest potential.
I enjoy cooking, walking my dog and reading as well as spending time with my family.
Favorite Book or Movie:
Favorite book: Angle of Repose by Wallace Stegner. Movie: Good Will Hunting
