Raised on the sunny shores of the Caribbean, Lili-Anne’s childhood was a tropical paradise filled with sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and underwater adventures. From snorkeling with colorful fish to hunting for buried treasure in the sand, she developed a love for the ocean and all its mysteries. As she grew older, Lili-Anne’s passion for marine life led her to pursue a career in marine biology, where she could explore the wonders of the underwater world and share her love for the ocean with others. At Camp Peshalo, Lili-Anne serves as the camp’s resident mermaid, leading young campers on underwater explorations and teaching them about the importance of marine conservation with a playful twist. With her sparkling personality and ocean-inspired creativity, she inspires campers to dive into adventure and discover the magic of the sea.
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Meet Peshalo co-founder Lily!
Growing up amidst the towering trees and babbling brooks of the Pacific Northwest, Lily’s childhood was a whimsical adventure filled with forest hideouts and creek-side explorations. From catching frogs in muddy ponds to building secret forts beneath the canopy, she developed a deep love for the great outdoors and all its wonders. As she grew older, Lily’s passion for nature only intensified, leading her to pursue a career in outdoor education and wilderness exploration. At Camp Peshalo, Lily serves as the resident trailblazer, leading young adventurers on exhilarating hikes through the wilderness and teaching them the art of outdoor survival with a playful twist. With her infectious laughter and boundless energy, she inspires campers to embrace their wild side and discover the magic of the natural world around them.
Meet Peshalo co-founder Laurel!
With a mischievous twinkle in her eye and a love for all things delicious, Laurel’s childhood was a culinary carnival filled with kitchen experiments and taste bud adventures. From baking cookies with her grandma to concocting gourmet creations with whatever ingredients she could find, she developed a palate for adventure and a knack for whipping up mouthwatering meals out of thin air. As she grew older, Laurel’s passion for food led her to explore the world of outdoor cooking, where she discovered the joy of grilling under the open sky and savoring the flavors of nature. At Camp Peshalo, Laurel serves as the camp’s culinary wizard, delighting young campers with her creative concoctions and teaching them the art of outdoor cooking with a playful twist. With her boundless imagination and contagious enthusiasm, she transforms mealtime into a culinary extravaganza, where every bite is an adventure waiting to be savored.