We continue to accomplish this mission by hiring young women who have a sincere interest in serving as role models while also having qualifications and skills to teach in one or more of our 30 departments. Through more than 80 years of camping experience, we have maintained a setting of excellence with beautiful stone and tile cabins that are air-conditioned and feature private baths. We also take pride in the high-quality activity equipment we provide, and most importantly, in our experienced support staff who work hard to ensure an outstanding teaching and learning experience for all.

Waldemar counselors live in a kampong (a cabin) with seven campers who range in age from 9-16. Counselors are considered the 'kampong mama' and are responsible for helping campers with kampong cleaning duties, offering skit ideas and maintaining a healthy environment in which the girls live. Other duties include teaching classes in at least one skill area (ranges from land/water sports, to horseback riding, to arts/crafts/theater) and acting as a table hostess during mealtimes. Counselor enthusiasm and support of the campers is instrumental to their happiness and growth.

By spending a summer at Waldemar, college students can hone critical skills, such as team leadership, workplace camaraderie, event planning, people and project management, self-discipline and organization that will continue to benefit them no matter what their chosen career path. All majors welcome and internships are available. 

Successful counselors are those who possess a genuine love for children, have sufficient knowledge to teach in at least one of our many skill areas and a desire to spend the summer in the out of doors.