Our Directors and Year-Round Team
Amy is the Director of Roughing It Day Camp and works year-round at camp overseeing the entire operation including the hiring and training of summer staff, the safety programs for campers and staff, parent relations, and camp communication. Amy began her camp career as one of our first Roughing It Day Campers in 1973! She grew up at Roughing It and has held every position we have including Swim Director, Program Director, and Head Counselor. She is the heart and soul of Roughing It and is looking forward to “..being back at Camp and helping every camper to thrive!”
Ann founded Roughing It in 1972 with her husband, Hobie, and has been at the heart of the camp community ever since. Her career in camping began as a Camp Counselor and Head Counselor at Kennolyn Camps, followed by experience as a horseback riding and swimming instructor. Before founding Roughing It, Ann worked as a third grade teacher in Los Angeles and with the Martinez School District’s AB1331 Pre-School Program. Over the years, Ann has remained deeply involved in the camping community, serving on local and national boards for the American Camping Association and continuing her active involvement with the organization. She and Hobie have also been featured on CNN in 1999, and Ann has been interviewed by Redbook, USA Today, SF Chronicle, San Jose Mercury, Sacramento Bee, Contra Costa Times, and Diablo Magazine. Her decades of experience, dedication to youth development, and vision for Roughing It have helped shape the camp into the community it is today.
Hobie is the founder and owner of Roughing It and has been at the heart of the camp since its very first season in 1972. He brings decades of experience and a lifelong commitment to creating a wonderful environment for campers and staff. Hobie studied International Relations at the University of Southern California and Recreation Administration at San Francisco State University. Together with Ann, he has helped shape Roughing It into the community it is today, and his dedication to camp continues to be a defining part of the Roughing It experience!
Mike Rostkowski is a longtime member of the Roughing It community, bringing decades of experience and knowledge to the administrative team. He has previously served as Camp Administrator and now supports camp as our Transportation Coordinator. A Martinez native, Mike studied Computer Science at California State University, East Bay. His extensive experience working with children through scouting and youth leadership, along with his deep knowledge of Roughing It, makes him an invaluable member of our team!
Meghan brings creativity, enthusiasm, and extensive youth leadership experience to Roughing It as our Program Director. She has been part of the Roughing It team for four consecutive summers, previously serving as Swim Director before moving into camp-wide programming. A graduate of Arizona State University, Meghan studied Tourism and Recreation Management. Outside of camp, she enjoys hiking the trails of Briones Regional Park, working on paper mache crafts, and volunteering with Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue in Walnut Creek. Her upbeat attitude, creativity, and passion for creating memorable experiences make her a wonderful asset to the Roughing It community!
After a decade of experience as a TK teacher and after-school leader, Jessi Price brings a wealth of experience working with children and families to Roughing It. She has been part of the camp community as our Camp Registrar and holds a Master's degree in Counselor Education from San Jose State University. Outside of camp, Jessi loves exploring new parks with her two children and cheering on the Golden State Warriors and 49ers. Her friendly, caring presence and extensive experience make her a wonderful member of our administrative team!
A passion for creating beautiful, handmade greeting cards is just one of many creative sparks Lindsey Gail Jones brings to the Roughing It community. Originally from Bradford, England, Lindsey moved to the United States in 2006 and has built an extensive background in administrative work and community involvement. She has served Roughing It in several key roles, including Registrar and Business Office Manager, and now brings her experience to her role as Business Administrator. Lindsey has also dedicated time to volunteering with local preschools and elementary schools and has experience as a Teacher's Aide. Her extensive administrative knowledge and thoughtful approach help keep our camp operations running smoothly behind the scenes!
Phoebe brings a deep history with Roughing It to her work as our HR Assistant. She has been part of the camp community in a variety of roles, including Assistant Unit Leader and Assistant Program Director, before joining the HR team. A graduate of the University of Michigan, where she studied Psychology, Phoebe grew up in Orinda and loves hiking and making jewelry. Her experience across many areas of camp gives her a unique understanding of the Roughing It community and helps her support our staff behind the scenes!
Reyna Cruz brings an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for connecting with families to her work as our Marketing Coordinator. She has been part of the Roughing It community for many years and has experience working with young children through her background in preschool education. Reyna also founded Stroller Strides, a fitness program for moms and babies, bringing her creativity and entrepreneurial experience to everything she does. Her enthusiasm, warmth, and ability to share the excitement of camp make her a wonderful member of the Roughing It team!