Bart Geissinger
Executive Director
I am richly blessed to be serving as Executive Director. Some of my greatest childhood memories are of Camp -
I couldn’t wait to introduce my son to Camp Washington. The community here is inclusive and welcoming. We invite God’s children of all ages into a safe place to explore their faith, and their relationship and responsibility to creation, a place to simply play and be God’s children.
The simple joys of a sunset, a campfire, a summer afternoon rain shower, the smile of a child making a new friend, the high five of a victorious capture the flag game are the things that bring me joy. I couldn’t think of a better place to “work” and I am so excited about the future of Camp Washington.
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Diane Atwood
Operations Manager
​Camp Washington is a kind and caring community in which I have been blessed to work for the past 17 years… it’s my "happy place". Coming to Camp has given me so much; family, fun, faith, creativity & much more. Not only do I get the enjoyment of meeting new people all of the time, but also I see familiar faces return to Camp year after year.
Camp Washington is a place where you can be yourself, surrounded by nature and community.
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Why Camp Washington is a "happy place" >
Ben Thompson
Director of Food Services
Why I love Camp Washington >
​CW is a wonderful community of diverse personalities, where EVERYONE is welcomed and accepted. As Chef and Director of Food Services, I’ve worked and lived at Camp Washington with my family for 17 years.
I cannot think of a better place to raise a child or work. It has become a beloved part of our lives and for that we are grateful.
James Williams
Summer Camp Programs Director
Why I am excited to be at Camp Washington >
"I am excited to join Camp Washington's Summer Camp ministry, and to add my passion and joy to the journey of helping others become their full, authentic, and transformed selves. I am a cradle-Episcopalian and have been engaged in the whimsical work of camp for 8 years. I grew up attending camp in the Diocese of Virginia, where I experienced a deep sense of belonging and community. At camp we find out together what is possible, do the hard/fulfilling work of growing in Christ's love, and HAVE FUN! Joy, safety, and community make growth inevitable - so there is no better place to be than camp! I am a continual advocate for justice in the world, and I've found no better foundation than the love I lived with at camp."
“I was born in Denver, CO, raised both there and in rural Virginia. I come from a family of 5 (I'm the youngest....) and after high school earned my bachelor’s degree from Goucher College. In addition to serving as Director of Summer Camp programs at Shrine Mont for the past two years, I have worked in jobs from legislative advocacy to being a Barista! In my personal life, I am dedicated to climate and social justice, love to rock climb, and travel.”