Daisy Mcnight

Daisy McKnight

I have never been to camp before, however last year I came to America (Florida) and absolutely loved it. I am training to be a teacher back home, following after my mum who is now a headteacher. I love going on trips with my closest friends, walking the dog, and swimming, and I cannot wait for one of the best summers of my life to begin!

Fun Facts

Favorite Quote

"Believe you can and you're halfway there"- Theodore Roosevelt

Favorite Movie

Tangled

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Both

Favorite Camp Food

S'mores!!

Rachel Arwood

Rachel Arwood

Hi friends! This will be first summer ever at Rockbrook, and I am SO excited to join the family. This May, I graduated from Agnes Scott College (a historically women’s college in GA!) with a B.A. in Psychology and a minor in English. I was also a college athlete, running cross country and track in the NCAA. Before I began running, I was also a gymnast for six years! I LOVE the mountains and all things outdoors, and I am so excited to get to know this year’s campers. I have experienced first-hand the magical things that can happen when girls and women all come together, and am pumped to bring this joy to RBC with me! See you soon!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I have a twin sister!!

Favorite Quote

"Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul" -Emily Dickinson

Favorite Movie

When Harry Met Sally

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Go for a walk!

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Sing!

Last Book I Read?

The Best American Short Stories of 2024

Personal Interests

Running, reading, writing

naomi penner

Naomi Penner

Hey there, hi there! I am beyond excited to be back for another magical summer at Rockbrook! Rockbrook is my haven and home away from home, and a summer spent at camp never fails to re-energize my spirit. Here I can be my silliest, most authentic self, which you will no doubt witness, as my role as Assistant Director means I get to be out playing in camp with you! You’ll find me this summer rockin’ a costume or performing a skit announcing all the fun special events we have planned for you.

Since last summer, I’ve started working as an assistant teacher at Mountain Sun Community School here in Brevard. Being in a school environment not only reinforced my love of being around kids, but also the importance of camp. Here at camp time slows down, we get to play outside and try new things, and all are encouraged to be their most authentic selves. I love this fairyland of beauty with all my heart! See you soon!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I know the entire Kevin G rap from Mean Girls

Favorite Quote

"I don't know my words but I do know my heart." - Matt Rogers

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Go for a walk or make up a cup of tea and read a book

Sing, Dance, or Both?

BOTH!!!

Last Book I Read?

Nevada by Imogen Binnie

Personal Interests

nature photography, exploring new places, pop culture, weaving, general whimsy

Favorite Camp Food

tacos with guacamole

Ava Blankenship

Ava Blankenship

This year will be my first year in staff after 5 years as a camper. I initially signed up to be a CIT because last year, I had to leave camp early because I got covid and I thought that that would be a terrible way to leave for good. But now, I find myself even more excited for camp this year because I have even more opportunities to impact all the wonderful girls that attend this magical place!

I live in Houston, TX, but I was born in Mobile, Alabama, and my family is from New Orleans, Louisiana. I have lived many a place and travel is a passion that my family shares. And yet, after all the places I have visited, I have yet to find a more beautiful place than Rockbrook. I love that everyone there is free to be their true selves and experiment through activities, unlikely friendships, and even the food. This all allows us to learn more about ourselves, who we want to be in the world, and what kind of impact we want to have.

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I have 4 dogs and 2 horses!

Favorite Quote

Kindness is a language that the deaf can hear and the blind can see.

Favorite Movie

The Princess Bride

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Read a book

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Sing!

Last Book I Read?

Atonement by Ian McEwan

Personal Interests

singing, needlecraft, reading, horseback riding

Favorite Camp Food

Cobbler

Iona Miggin

Iona Miggin

This is my first time ever visiting America and will be the longest I have ever been apart from my friends and family! I grew up on a small Scottish island called Arran before moving away to a bigger town and then stepping it up a notch and moving to University in Edinburgh. Growing up, I have always loved sports and adventure which I think came from having a pretty outdoor based primary education where I spent a lot of time on the beach. As I got older my love for sports and teaching grew and I am now studying to be a PE teacher. I love watching kids grow and develop a love for nature and spending time with friends or creating new bonds! I can’t wait to enjoy the outdoors and try new things along with the campers and build lifelong memories and friendships.

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I have only ever left the UK once before coming to camp!

Favorite Quote

“I don’t stop when I’m tried, I stop when I am done”

Favorite Movie

Mamma Mia

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Play sports

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Both

Last Book I Read?

One Day

Personal Interests

Sports (netball, dance, touch rugby, volleyball), music, spending time with friends

Favorite Camp Food

Yet to be discovered!

Ilah Davis

Ilah Davis

Hi friends!! My name is Ilah. I grew up and currently live in beautiful and sunny Clearwater, Florida. This is going to be my first experience at Rockbrook ever, and I'm so excited to spend time in mother nature and make some unforgettable memories! I recently graduated from the University of South Florida in Tampa with my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a passion for behavior analysis, somatic therapy, and child psychology! I'm spending my gap year exploring North Carolina and getting my teaching certification when I move to Spain for the 2025-2026 school year.

I'm looking forward to sharing my love for the outdoors, encourage creativity, spread kindness, and make lots of new friends along the way! See you all soon!

Fun Facts

Favorite Movie

La La Land

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Go on nature walks, journal, read, do yoga, cook

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Both!

Last Book I Read?

The God of the Woods

Personal Interests

Painting, rock climbing, yoga, plants

Emmy Koehler

Emmy Koehler

Hi!!!! I am Emmy and I am SO excited for another AMAZING summer at camp! I’m from Marietta, GA and I just finished my freshman year at Auburn University (WAR EAGLE!). During the school year I miss camp so much and am so excited to go back! This will be my 5th summer at Rockbrook and I could not be more excited! I can’t wait to live in the mountains again and spread the love I’ve found for Rockbrook with everyone. Everything from the refreshing lake, to muffin breaks, singing camp songs at meals, to free swims and tennis all day, and getting to watch the sunset every evening has truly become my dream summer and I would not want to be anywhere else. I cannot wait to be back at Rockbrook this summer and I cannot wait to see everyone again and make so many new friends!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I can juggle and hula hoop and jump rope and pogo stick at the same time!

Favorite Quote

“Give thanks in all circumstances.”— 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Favorite Movie

Oceans Eleven

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Go to the gym with a friend!

Sing, Dance, or Both?

I did musical theater growing up, SO BOTH!

Personal Interests

hiking, traveling, all water sports, working out, card games and I LOVE TENNIS

Favorite Camp Food

ALL OF THE MUFFINS!!!!!

Blue Albano

Blue Albano

Hey y’all I’m Blue and I’m so excited to be returning to rockbrook for my fifth year this summer! I’m from New Orleans, LA (who dat) and I’m a rising senior at my highschool and I play softball and flag football. At camp I love sitting at the junior and senior lodges and enjoying the wonderful weather in the mountains. Camp is like a second home to me and I’m so excited to see familiar faces and meet new ones! Can’t wait for the best summer ever!!

Fun Facts

A Surprising Thing About Me

I am double jointed

Favorite Movie

Revenge of the Sith

With an hour of free time, I like to...

Ride my bike or chill with my cat cheeto

Last Book I Read?

The Great Gatsby

Personal Interests

Riding my bike, building legos, playing xbox, sports

Favorite Camp Food

Quesadillas or hotdogs

Catherine Hamlett

Catherine Hamlett

Hey y’all, I’m Catherine or you can call me Cat!

I’m from Graham, North Carolina, and I’m currently studying Elementary Education with a minor in Psychology at Western Carolina University. This is my first year on camp staff, and I’m so excited to be here!

Before college, I spent a gap year with AmeriCorps and had some super cool adventures; I soaked up the southern sun while living in Texas, camped under the stars in the Arizona desert for three weeks, stayed in a haunted schoolhouse in Arkansas, hiked part of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado, and got my first taste of camp life in Oklahoma.

Now I’m ready to bring all that energy, creativity, and fun to camp! I may be new, but I’m all in for making memories, laughing way too hard, and having the best summer ever. Can’t wait to meet everyone!

Fun Facts

Favorite Quote

"If we aren't growing we are decaying"

Favorite Movie

About Time

Sing, Dance, or Both?

Singing is my favorite—even if the talent doesn’t always match the passion!

Last Book I Read?

The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

Personal Interests

Give me a paddleboard and some sunshine, and I’m in my happy place!