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University of Texas All-American football players, Chris Gilbert and Corby Robertson, Jr., established Camp Olympia in 1968. Their dream was to build the best camp in the world. Their commitment to excellence in all that they do reflects directly on the growth and development of what has become a premier camping facility and program that is second to none. Camp Olympia has grown to become a global camp with children from all over the world joining Texas kids for an exciting and positive camping experience. There are no other summer camping facilities or programs that can match the diversity and excellence found at Camp Olympia. Both Corby and Chris are pleased with the history of camp. They both continue to look to the future and are committed to seeing that Camp Olympia remains as a place where children can grow in body, spirit and mind. Tommy and Kathy Ferguson joined the Camp Olympia team in the early 1970's and became the camp's Directors in 1974. They have dedicated their lives to Camp Olympia and providing thousands of children with an outstanding camp experience. The Ferguson's are recognized by their peers as leaders in the camping industry. Tommy has been the President of the Texas Section of the American Camping Association and Camping Association for Mutual Progress. He has also served on the Board for the Association of Independent Camps for the Southern Region. Camp Olympia has a year round staff of over 20 dedicated individuals that plan and prepare for your child's camp experience. Our food service, maintenance and administrative staff go the extra mile to make Olympia the best camp in the world. Many of these people have been with Olympia for over 15 years. Last, but certainly not least, are the thousands of campers and counselors who have attended Camp Olympia since 1968. Olympia campers and counselors have become leaders in our communities and the world. Many are renowned individuals who remember their Camp Olympia experience as one of the highlights of their life. Camp Olympia is proud of its history and looks forward to an even brighter future. Tommy & Kathy Ferguson have been the Directors of Camp Olympia for over 30 years. They have dedicated their lives to camping and truly believe in its benefits for children. Olympia takes great pride in its personnel, from the camp counselors to our support staff. It is our common goal to see young people grow mentally, physically and spiritually in a safe, fun-filled environment. Olympia is blessed with an outstanding year-round staff of over 20 people who plan and prepare for your child’s camp experience. At the heart of every successful camp is its staff, and at Olympia, we strive to hire only the best role models for our campers. Olympia has a very thorough hiring process of its college-age counselors, which includes interviewing, contacting references, and conducting criminal background checks of all candidates. Additionally, each counselor agrees not to drink or smoke while employed at Camp Olympia. Our counselors are recruited from over 20 colleges and universities throughout the United States. From over 400 applicants, approximately 50 are invited to join our returning staff each summer. These young people bond together for a one-week, rigorous training clinic prior to the start of camp. From this, our counselors emerge with a firm understanding of the Olympia program along with a high level of safety consciousness. At a ratio of four campers to each counselor, every camper is assured of individual attention. If you are interested in a counselor position at Camp Olympia, click here. |
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