2023 Bridge Camp Staff

  • Kate Smith

    This is Kate’s third year as a counselor at HPR but she was a camper for 5 years. She just finished up her second year at the University of St. Thomas where she is studying neuroscience. Her hobbies include baking, running, biking, and spending time with friends and family. She loves how much fun you have every day at HPR, no matter what you are doing. She is most excited about dress-up Fridays and to meet all the new campers.
  • Bridget Blaney

    Bridget is so excited to be back at Bridge for her third year on staff! She just finished her sophomore year at the University of Notre Dame, where she is studying Neuroscience and Behavior with a minor in Compassionate Care. She loves to run and be outside, bake, and box! She is most excited to just be back at HPR this summer, and to get her chaco tans back!
  • Austin Buck

    Austin is excited for his first year on HPR staff! He is currently a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, and hopes to one day become a high school science teacher. Some of his hobbies include fly-fishing, and canoe-camping. He is most excited to develop friendships with campers and counselors!
  • Zoe Colombo

    Zoe is so so excited for her 3rd year on staff this summer! She is currently a sophomore at Minnesota State University, Mankato. She is most excited to work in a new program this year!
  • Konner Tobias

    Konner is excited for his second year on staff! He just finished up his sophomore year at the University of Minnesota-Duluth, where he's studying Engineering. He is most excited to see all the campers again!
  • Sam Elletson

    This will be Sam's third year at HPR! He currently attends the University of Minnesota-Duluth, studying Finance and Spanish. In his free time, he enjoys playing basketball, golfing, and being outside. He is most excited for the camper and counselor talent shows!