Administration and Leadership Team
Kristen, Owner & Director
Kristen started MKDC in 2009 after many years working in other camp settings. She is a teacher with the UCDSB and has taught almost every grade and subject from kinder to grade 8 – but her specialty is music. Kristen is the magic behind the wonderful space that is camp and is very excited – as always – for the upcoming summer!
Ron, Program Director, Facilities Manager & Programmer
Ron is an essential part of the MKDC team who is ready to take on his 12th summer at camp! Known for his EPIC programs, Ron takes creativity to a whole new level. From exciting games to new twists to camp classics, there’s a strong chance Ron was involved in making it happen. As our Program Director, Ron is responsible for the quality control of all programming (including special events) and in the off-season works as a Montessori educator.
Emma, Assistant Director & Programmer
Emma is back for her 12th summer at MKDC! Emma is responsible for many things that make camp run smoothly, including our FIREFLY program, campfire bead tradition, and so much more. Emma is known for her creative programming, and knowledge of all things camp. Emma holds a BA in Child & Youth Care, an MA in Child Study and Education, and as a teacher in the off-season she brings a wealth of knowledge on working with children to our team!
Summer 2026 Returning Staff
Allie, Sprouts Cabin Leader
Allie is a former camper, Firefly & Jr Staff graduate who is excited to be working with the Sprouts again this summer. Allie is competitive basketball player and helps coach younger players in the off-season. At camp, she is known for her creative program ideas and her organized cabin approach. Welcome back Allie!
Neeve, Shoots Cabin Leader
Neeve is excited to be returning to MKDC for her 3rd summer! She is an Early Childhood Education student and is well known at camp for creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for campers as well as staff. Outside of camp, she enjoys camping, hiking, boating and swimming, and works as supply staff for local schools. Welcome back, Neeve!
Brooke, Sprouts Cabin Leader
Brooke truly grew up at camp. A camper since the age of 5, she graduated through our Firefly and Jr Staff programs and is thrilled to finally be stepping into a cabin leader role. Outside of camp she is an accomplished synchronized swimmer and coach. Welcome to the team, Brooke!
Duncan, Saplings Cabin Leader
Duncan is thrilled to be back for his 2nd year on staff and first year as cabin leader. An accomplished performer, he spends most of his non-school time acting and playing music, and directed his first production this year. At camp, he is known for his enthusiasm and elaborate costumes for camp events. Welcome back Duncan!
Alivia, Saplings Cabin Leader
Alivia is returning for her 2nd summer in the Saplings cabin! She is known for her unique cabin activities and gentle but firm cabin management. Alivia is studying behavioural psychology at St Lawrence College and is an accomplished gymnast and coach.
Katryna, Heartwood Cabin Leader
Katryna’s campers will be thrilled to see her back in the cabin this summer! Around camp she is known for her firm-but-friendly cabin style and her amazing sports skills. Katryna is a competitive hockey player, currently attends Queens University and plans on becoming a teacher.
Colin, Programmer
Colin is back for his second MKDC summer and can’t wait to build some new programs! At camp Colin is known for his unique “days of yore” programming and his love of fishing. Colin has spent multiple summers at the Blackdown Cadet Training Center instructing thousands of youth. He has a bachelor of arts in history from University of Windsor and plans to pursue a Bachelor of Education.
Maeve, Programmer
Maeve is excited to be back for her second summer at MKDC. She is well known at camp for her creative Dreamworld “invitations to play” and the cutest Seedlings programs. Maeve is interested in becoming a children’s therapist and is currently studying at Carleton University.
Charlotte, Shoots Cabin Leader
Charlotte joined MKDC last summer as a “swing” cabin leader and showed everyone what being flexible really means! She loves crocheting, reading, baking, and the outdoors. Charlotte is an experienced canoe tripper and also enjoys welcoming others as an International Student Ambassador at her high school.
Harriet, Programmer
We are so happy to welcome Harriet back to MKDC for a second season. As a programmer she is well known at camp for her boundless energy, her huge smile, and her love for being out on the water. Harriet is currently studying commerce at Guelph University and hopes to become a teacher.
Summer 2026 New Staff
Coming soon!
