We’ve been introducing you to our full-summer staff, Junior Camp staff, and nurses all spring long, and today we finally get to brag on our 2025 Group Leader teams - both Junior Camp and Full-Summer!

Our Group Leaders are responsible for so much of the magic each summer, and in any given day, you can find them running an Evening Program, setting up a surprise treat, playing the bugles, or moving endless amounts of boxes. Their most important job, though, is taking care of our campers and counselors! No matter if you’re a 2025 parent, camper, or staff member, you will have a Group Leader this summer, and she is going to become your new favorite person.

Knowing that, why don’t we meet them? Read on to hear a little more about these two incredible groups, and why they are so thrilled to come back and serve our community this year.

Day Cooper

Day was a camper for 7 years, and this will be her 7th year on staff. She’s grateful to be able to slip away from the real world for a couple of weeks to be back in her favorite place - the Bubble!

Three words to describe yourself: Loyal, Passionate, Joyful

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… it’s a joy to love and support counselors just like my group leaders supported me!

My favorite camp memory is… my first closing vespers! The veil between heaven and earth is thin.

My must-do thing at camp every year is… going to visit the horses at the barn and walking on the Pageant Court with friends!

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… try something new and introduce yourself to someone new each day!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: it will truly be the best one yet! We have been praying for you!

Hannah Chan

After many years as a camp mom, this will be Hannah’s third year on staff. She can’t wait for Morning Assemblies and to be a part of the meaningful work Greystone does!

Three words to describe yourself: Intentional, Trustworthy, Dependable

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… I love working with the counselors as they love on their little campers. I spend a lot of time with college girls back at home and love having the opportunity at camp to guide, encourage, cheer on and pray for the counselors as they love on their little campers and help them fall in love with the Lord at camp!

My favorite camp memory is… All of the DEEP and meaningful conversations I have been able to have with counselors and other campers to encourage them. I also love EPs and all of the JOY of camp!

My must-do thing at camp every year is… Walk the River Trail early in the morning and watch the sunrise over the water!

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Don’t over pack and remember your little book light!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: God has the BEST SUMMER YET planned for everyone working at Greystone and every girl who will come to experience his love and faithfulness this summer at camp!

Kim Carmichael

Kim (who you might hear called Kimmi Rae at camp!) was a camper for 8 years, and this will be her 12th year on staff. Greystone has played a huge role in her family’s life, and she is counting down the days until the Junior Camp Carnival!

Three words to describe yourself: dependable, outgoing, organizer

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… I love being a group leader at Jr. Camp because I love seeing Greystone through the eyes of the youngest (and often first time) Greystone Girls. Its so incredible to see their big smiles and their eyes light up as they embrace all that Greystone embodies. I love seeing how excited they get and how they conquer their fears and challenges. Greystone was such an instrumental part of my childhood, it’s an honor to be able to share it with the newest generation of girls.

My favorite camp memory is… all the incredible friends I’ve made throughout the years as both a camper and staff members. Greystone memories last a lifetime!

My must-do thing at camp every year is… to simply take in the beauty of my surroundings. Looking out over the lake as the sunsets gets me every time.

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… get ready to have the time of your life! Embrace the fun, step out of your comfort zone and try new things and meet new people. I promise you won’t regret it!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: Every minute and every detail of camp life, including you the camper, has been planned for and prayed over. You are in for the best summer ever and we can’t wait for you to get here!

Elizabeth Pehrson

Elizabeth is thrilled to be back for her 8th year on staff. There is nothing she loves more than connecting with people and helping women and girls flourish. Fun fact: she got married at camp!

Three words to describe me: ENTHUSIASTIC-FUN-REAL

I wanted to be a Group Leader becausE… for the first time in 7 years, we haven’t had at least 1 graduation in May, and I can FINALLY come back and experience life in Tuxedo again!

My favorite camp memory is… getting married at my favorite place in the world!

My must do thing at camp every year is… soak up every single minute I can with the people there!

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… PACK A POSITIVE ATTITUDE: what you bring in your heart matters more than what you bring in your trunk!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: You are about to experience the greatest privilege of your life! Every detail of this summer has been carefully planned, prepared for and prayed over! Come with an open heart and be ready for God to show himself to you in exciting, FUN and unexpected new ways!

Marti Lopez

Marti was a camper for 7 years, and this will be her 6th year back on staff. You’ll find her soaking in that morning Lake Edith view and sharing a smile with everyone she meets!

Three words to describe yourself: Outgoing, caring, and patient

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… I love being at camp and interacting with all the campers and staff. Can’t wait to work with such amazing women at camp this summer.

My favorite camp memory is… Being in my first watershow on Lake Summit!

My must-do thing at camp every year is… Praying in the adirondack chairs by Lake Edith in the morning

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Get excited! Camp is so much fun! Be open to trying new things and meeting new people. Remember each day is going to be a GREAT DAY!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: Junior camp is going to be so much fun. We can’t wait to meet you and help you have the best week at camp!

Ellie Crosland

This is Ellie’s 4th year on staff, and she is thrilled to be back in the Bubble after graduating from UGA this spring. She can’t wait for Production Night, Vespers, and dancing her heart out in the Dining Hall with all of you!

Three words to describe yourself: empathetic, cheerful, dedicated

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… Although I was never a camper at Greystone and was nervous my first summer as a counselor in 2022, my Group Leaders made me feel right at home! They were supportive and were there for me no matter what, and I have also seen how much they positively impact the campers over my last 3 summers. I am so honored and excited to give back to camp in this way and to support the campers and counselors in any way I can!

My favorite camp memory is… Closing Vespers and cheering on my campers on Challenge Day!

My must-do thing at camp every year is… DMC on the DHP!

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Come with an open-mind and a willingness to see the good in everything! Camp is the perfect opportunity to grow yourself in each sphere of the four-fold way and to build lifelong friendships, and a positive outlook will help make this happen!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: Each camper and counselor is so loved and prayed for! You are part of something so special, and the memories made this summer will last a lifetime!

Ellis Smith

Ellis was a camper for 6 years, and this is her 4th year on staff. She can’t wait to get back to camp and her favorite place at camp - Putt Cove!

Three words to describe yourself: enthusiastic, motivated, organized

I wanted to be a Group Leader because…. working at Greystone is the best job in the world! I can’t wait to meet so many new friends.

My favorite camp memory is… drinking tea on the porch with my campers.

My must-do thing at camp every year is… wake up early and drink coffee with Gerv.

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… we are beyond blessed to be able to spend the summer at Greystone, so have a thankful heart everyday at camp.

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: expect to have an AMAZING summer, but don’t expect it to be exactly like last summer.

Georgia Link

Georgia was a camper for 8 years, and this will be her 4th year on staff after graduating from Rhodes this spring. She cannot wait to see old friends, meet new ones, and hear all of your book recommendations!

Three words to describe yourself: Intentional, curious, enthusiastic

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… I have always loved camp! It’s been my summer home since I was 11 years old, and I am so excited to take on a new role to help make the magic happen.

My favorite camp memory is… Anytime I’ve been performing (or directing) on the Greystone stage. Lip-syncs, talent shows, senior celebrations, morning assembly songs, dance parties, Banquets, and every Greystone Drama production hold a special place in my heart.

My must-do thing at camp every year is… BLOB!!

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Refresh your memory on the words to some Greystone Songs. A lot of the lyrics have been posted on the blog, and there’s nothing better than singing them loud and proud in the dining hall!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: This summer has been prayed for by so many people. There will be new friendships and memories made that will stick with you for lifetime.

Hagan Hoffman

Hagan was a camper for 6 years, and this will be her 4th year on staff. She just graduated from Clemson, and she’s so ready for Vespers, Lip Syncs, and lots of BLTs this summer.

Three words to describe yourself: joyful, thoughtful, compassionate

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… Greystone has impacted me so much, and I cannot wait to give back and continue to be a part of this incredible community!

My favorite camp memory is… any lip sync!

My must-do thing at camp every year is… rain dance

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… be open and curious about everything! You never know what new friend you will make or what experience you are going to have!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: we are so excited to meet you and have been praying for you! It is going to be awesome!

Mary Gray Speakman

A recent Davidson graduate, Mary Gray was a camper for 7 years, and this is her 4th year on staff. She has a special place in her heart for the Synchro Show, and she cannot wait to meet all of YOU this summer!

Three words to describe myself: Joyful, empathetic, and loyal

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… It’s the best job ever! I absolutely loved getting to know a whole age group of campers and their counselors last summer and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to do it again

My favorite camp memory is… It’s so hard to pick just one! Some highlights are DMCs on the fishing dock, dance parties in the pouring rain, and synchro shows.

My must-do thing at camp every year is… Jump in Lake Edith in my clothes

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Come into the summer with an open mind and heart, expectant that the Lord will do incredible things! Don’t be afraid to smile & introduce yourself to new people in your cabin and classes – you might just meet your very best friend!!!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: It will be the best summer yet, and I am SO excited to meet you!!

Mia Coker

Mia was a camper for 10 summers and this will be her 4th year on staff. She just graduated from UGA, and she can’t wait for Breakfast Club, Group Night, and seeing your smiling face!

Three words to describe yourself: smiley, easygoing, flexible

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… I loved my group leaders in the past, and I want to make the same positive impact on campers and counselors. I loved being a GL last year and am so excited to return for another summer!

My favorite camp memory is… All of my favorite camp memories are filled with laughter

My must-do thing at camp every year is… Have coffee on the DHP

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Get excited! When I was a camper, I was always looking at the camp website and social media right before camp as the days drew closer, and it always got me very excited for the summer ahead.

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: You are going to have the best summer ever!

Olivia Davis

Olivia was a camper for 11 years, and this will be her 4th year on staff. She is graduating from Wake Forest this May, and she can’t wait to dance at Carnival with all of you!

Three words to describe yourself: Energetic, Compassionate, Kind-hearted

I wanted to be a Group Leader because… I’ve truly loved being both a camper and a counselor each summer, and I want to give back to campers and fellow counselors in a meaningful way—because of how deeply my group leaders poured into me

My favorite camp memory is… Dancing with my campers at morning assembly!

My must-do thing at camp every year is… Spend time with camp friends and counselors!

My best pre-camp tip or advice for campers is… Come with an open heart and don’t be afraid to be yourself—camp is the perfect place to build lifelong friendships, grow closer to the Lord, and just be you! Every summer brings so much growth and fun. The Bubble is just the best place on Earth!

I want you to know this about the summer ahead: This summer will be full of many new and exciting things, and I am just so excited to be back with old campers and counselors, and meet new ones!