2022 Swim Staff

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Rio Nickerson

Swim Director, 4th Year Staff Member CSU East Bay — Music Education major I have been a Roughing It camper since 2013, going from camper to CILT to Jr Counselor. This is my third year on swim staff including being Assist. Swim Director in ’21, and now to Swim Director. I grew up in Danville and am now a senior at Cal State University, East Bay majoring in Music Education and hope to become a music teacher. I have combined my swim team and camp experience to my position and aim to make swimming safe and fun for every camper, just like how it was for me as a camper!

Emma MacKenzie

Assistant Swim Director, 1st Year Staff Member 
Boston University — Psychology major

Hello! I am Emma and I am new to Roughing It this summer. I am a rising sophomore majoring in psychology at Boston University and from Orinda, CA. I was a competitive swimmer for six summers and am bringing my love of the water, the outdoors and children to Roughing It this summer! I have attended numerous day and resident camps, including private and Girl Scout camps where I was a CILT. I want to be sure every camper has fun and enjoys swimming! 

Jordan Skow

Swim Counselor, 1st Year Staff Member Cal Poly San Luis Obispo — Child Development major My name is Jordan Skow and I am studying child development at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo to go into education. I am involved in water polo and my major’s clubs in college. I do like to get really involved and committed to projects physically and mentally, to show you care and will commit to something, makes a significant impact on others’ participation. I hope to bring this Roughing It so campers can feel the freedom to express themselves as well in the activity.

Anchul Schmidt

Swim Counselor, 1st Year Staff Member
Diablo Valley College — Pre-med

I attended Miramonte high school where I played Varsity Lacrosse for four years. As a kid I did summer camps every year and really enjoyed the experience. I can be fun and energetic and be supper supportive and contribute to everything in a positive way. I’m looking forward to the fun-filled days at the pool!

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Evan Mirabella

Swim Counselor, 1st Year Staff Member
Boston College – Psychology major

My name is Evan Mirabella and I’m so excited to be spending the summer at Roughing It! I’m 19 years old from Lafayette, and I’m currently a rising sophomore at Boston College majoring in Psychology. I enjoy playing basketball, swimming, performing in plays and musicals and playing guitar. I went to summer camp as a kid and absolutely loved it, and I can’t wait to bring my enthusiasm and positive attitude to the pool as a part of the Swim Staff. My goal this summer is to help campers build their skills and have a great time in the water!

Keira Taylor

Swim Counselor, 1st Year Staff Member
University of Washington — Public Health major

I love being outdoors and spending time with my friends and family. I’m currently at the University of Washington studying Public Health. I’ve been swimming for over 10 years, have coached swimming for 4 years, and I also love to play soccer and rock climb. I’m super excited to be on Roughing It Staff this year!

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Hailey Spadia

Swim Counselor, 1st Year Staff Member
University of Oregon – Economics major, Food Studies and Art History minor

My name is Hailey Spadia, I am a rising college senior pursuing a degree in Economics. Moreover, I am double minoring in Food Studies and Art History. I have always had a love for learning new and exciting topics, hence my broad studies. I have always had a love for art and crafting new things through mediums such as pencil and paint. The history makes the art come to life! I grew up swimming ending my competitive career when I graduated high school in 2019. My favorite races were the 100 yard Breaststroke and 500 yard Freestyle! I can’t wait to share my love for swim with campers.

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Christian Gee

Lifeguard, 1st Year Staff Member
Diablo Valley College — Business major

Hello, my name is Christian Alexander Gee and I am going to be a 1st year in college. I enjoy being in the outdoors, and have been hiking and camping since I was a Cub Scout. In Boy Scouts I worked hard to develop my leadership skills which led to my current position as an Eagle Scout in Troop 57. I have been a leader in my troop and on sports teams, playing lacrosse for four years. With dedication and focus, I take the responsibility of a leadership role and being on duty as Roughing It’s lifeguard at the pool!