by gravatt_xellbj | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
As a parent now in my tenth year of sending both of my children to Camp Gravatt, there is something that continues to amaze me every single summer. How can one simple place — without technology, without air conditioning, and yes, even with its share of mosquitoes —...
by gravatt_xellbj | Jan 12, 2026 | Uncategorized
Years ago during a summer camp staff training of days gone by, my then colleagues, who became lifelong friends, stood on chairs and yelled, “TRADITION.” They were poking fun at me. They began to call me “Tradition” and some would roll their...
by gravatt_xellbj | Dec 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
When I was on summer staff at Camp Gravatt in the 90s, I had no idea the work that really went on behind the scenes to keep things running. Being a positive role model, creating memorable experiences, and keeping campers Numero Uno (while also having a blast) was my...
by gravatt_xellbj | Nov 20, 2025 | Uncategorized
Greetings from Gravatt! For most of my adolescent and adult life, Gravatt has been a second home. During my years on summer staff, the tall pines and the joyful bustle of camp life greeted me each May. It was a place where I could recharge spiritually and be accepted...
by gravatt_xellbj | Oct 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
Sawdust and diesel – at times blood, sweat, and tears of Gravatt. As Director of Facilities and Environmental Stewardship I get to see it all. I am grateful to work with Jason Hadden who serves as Assistant Director of Facilities. As caretakers of Gravatt, we...
by gravatt_xellbj | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
As Associate Director at Gravatt, I have a wide range of responsibilities throughout the year that keep me on my toes! I work with school groups, youth groups, facilities, budgeting, interns, and anything else that pops up–which can be a lot! I typically work on-site...
by gravatt_xellbj | Aug 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Good morning Camp Gravatt this is your Program Director, Evan Mikula, here to give you a look behind the scenes of what goes on in my world here at Gravatt. I do in fact have the shortest commute to work amongst the year-round staff. My family and I live behind...
by gravatt_xellbj | Jun 12, 2025 | Uncategorized
“They don’t care what you know until they know that you care,” my camp director, Mac Westmoreland, told the group of counselors sitting in front of him. The quote is usually attributed to Theodore Roosevelt. Mac reminded us that it is all about...
by gravatt_xellbj | May 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
As Director of Dining Service at Gravatt Camp and Conference Center I run the Gravatt kitchen like it’s my own home—just with a few more mouths to feed and a whole lot more butter. Most folks around here call me “Miss Pat.” I’m originally from Rhode Island, which...
by gravatt_xellbj | Apr 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
My role as Gravatt’s Development Director is a new position at Gravatt. As Gravatt Camp and Conference Center continues to grow, securing donated funds becomes a greater need to foster that growth. As a development director, cultivating existing and new relationships,...
