Camp Kresge Leadership Team

Steph Bewley, Executive Director
E) [email protected]

Steph started working in the camp industry as a counselor while attending college at West Chester University. After graduation, she began working as the Camp & Enrichment Director at the Lionville YMCA, where she grew the day camp programs, expanded the art class offerings, and developed programs for youth with diverse abilities. In addition to greatly enhancing the camp and enrichment departments, she earned her Team Leader Certification through the YMCA of the USA. 

In 2019, Steph joined the Camp Kresge team as the Camp & Conference Director. She loves seeing returning campers come back each summer and meeting new camp families each year. Steph’s favorite thing about camp is the exciting theme days, especially the Annual Cardboard Regatta. During her time at Camp Kresge, Steph completed a bachelor’s degree in accounting, allowing the opportunity to shift into the Business Manager role and eventually the Executive Director role. She is also a visitor for the American Camp Association, ensuring camp is meeting the highest possible standards. She is looking forward to working closely with our camp families to provide amazing service, communication, and year-round camp programming. 

Nick Pincin, Sr. Program and Facilities Director
E) [email protected]

Nick started his Y career in 2011, where he developed a passion for working with the local community to have a positive impact on others. He has been a life-long camper, earning his Eagle Scout and working as a camp counselor in college. Before arriving at Camp Kresge in 2019, Nick gained experience working for the Y as a Camp & Sports Director and Aquatics Director. 

Nick enjoys working in the camp field because everyday is a new adventure and he gets to know the local and international community so well. During camp, Nick focuses on giving campers new experiences and helping them learn new things. He is an ACA (American Camp Association) lead visitor and often tours other camps to make sure that they are operating in a safe manner. Nick completed his Team Leader Certification through the YMCA of the USA. He also has a US Sailing Instructor certification, Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification, and ACCT Ropes certification. 

Erin Patrick, Overnight Camp & Conference Director
E) [email protected]

Erin’s YMCA journey began as a summer camp Waterfront Director while attending Central Michigan University. After graduating with a degree in Political Science and Journalism, she helped build an afterschool youth development program in Switzerland. Upon returning to the U.S., Erin managed a nonprofit camp in New York, where she received specialized training in behavior management, business leadership, and camp programming. Erin is an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor, First Aid and CPR Instructor, and holds an Emergency Wilderness Medical certification. 
 
Passionate about inspiring future camp professionals, Erin brings extensive aquatics experience and high ropes course proficiency to her role. She looks forward to sharing her love of camp with the next generation of campers.

Mike Kirkpatrick, Outdoor Education & Day Camp Director
E) [email protected]

Mike started his career teaching fishing classes and boating safety to summer camp children. After graduating, he found a passion for teaching youth about fishing and the beauty of the outdoors. While studying at Bloomsburg University for Environmental Biology, he volunteered at many conservation associations and youth programs. He also managed a school-age summer school classroom for two years, allowing him to build skills in program management and youth development. 
 
Mike received a certificate of mastery in fly fishing in 2023, and has been teaching the art and other outdoor recreation classes to youth programs since. Mike is an avid hiker and backpacker, traveling all across the country to explore its natural beauty. He loves to get involved in games and challenges with the kids and to provide them with the best experiences possible. Mike looks forward to working with families to meet the needs of every camper in his care to help them feel included and make lasting friendships. He takes pride in giving the children under his care a safe and incredibly fun experience to remember forever, and to leave with new friends and possibly a new found love for the outdoors. 

Brendan Jungermann, Food Services Director Director
E) [email protected]

Brendan has been in the hospitality Industry for over 40 years, earning two degrees in Culinary Arts and Baking & Pastry Arts.
 
Brendan also has experience connecting children with the great outdoors; he has been the Cub Master for the local Cub Scout Pack 0025 for the past 15 years. With years of experience and a vast knowledge of kitchen management, Brendan is sure to make great improvements to our camp food service.
 
He looks forward to meeting all of our new & returning camp families, and providing top-notch food service for all of our programs. 

Jeff Harrison and Stanley “Bud” Pavloski, Facilities Team

Jeff and Bud have been involved with camp for many years. Between the two of them, they can fix anything. They work hard to improve the look and function of camp!