Andy Pritikin has been a leader in the summer camp industry for over 25 years and a driving force with the American Camp Association. He facilitates professional development workshops worldwide, appears regularly on TV, writes for parenting and camp publications, and hosts The Day Camp Podcast. Andy has served as Board President of ACA NY/NJ, Professional Development Chair, and Chair of the Tri-State Camp Conference—the largest annual gathering of camp professionals in the world. He has helped create four camps, including Liberty Lake, and is a partner at Everwood Day Camp in Massachusetts and Camp Southwoods, a resident camp in the Adirondacks.
Locally, Andy co-founded “NJ Camps,” advocating for camps with state and federal lawmakers, serves as a director of his local Chamber of Commerce, and is a certified child abuse prevention trainer. He also co-founded and produces the NJ Renaissance Faire, New Jersey’s largest festival of its kind. A proud supporter of Project Morry and SCOPE, Andy also co-founded the Liberty Lake Foundation to help local families access camp experiences.
Andy has earned numerous national and regional awards for his contributions to the camp industry, regional business community, and charitable organizations. With a B.S. in Music Business and an M.S. in Education, he began his career as an instrumental music teacher and performing musician, appearing on TV’s Star Search and at top venues like NYC’s Blue Note. Today, his favorite musical moments happen every Friday afternoon at Liberty Lake, leading the camp in a rousing rendition of the “Liberty Lake Song!”
A former CPA with years of experience as a corporate human resources coordinator, Jill is the behind-the-scenes Operations Director of Liberty Lake. A Team Beach Body Coach, and a trained Zumba instructor, Jill is a strong advocate of healthy living through natural foods and exercise. She and Andy have two grown children who attended and worked at LLDC, a yoga and wellness instructor, and another budding camp director!

A former CPA with years of experience as a corporate human resources coordinator, Jill is the behind-the-scenes Operations Director of Liberty Lake. A Team Beach Body Coach, and a trained Zumba instructor, Jill is a strong advocate of healthy living through natural foods and exercise. She and Andy have two grown children who attended and worked at LLDC, a yoga and wellness instructor, and another budding camp director!
Joe is at the heart of all the administrative aspects that keep Liberty Lake flowing smoothly. He oversees the registration process, database and all financial and customer service related issues with our camp families. He works closely with agencies to help support our inclusion program. In the summer, he manages the office, with all of the communication going in and out, including bus transportation – all with an optimistic outlook and upbeat personality. He takes a genuine interest in each family’s unique set of circumstances and needs and is available throughout the year to assist as needed. Joe has six children and nine grandchildren, enjoys history, lived in England, and serves on his local township committee.

Joe is at the heart of all the administrative aspects that keep Liberty Lake flowing smoothly. He oversees the registration process, database and all financial and customer service related issues with our camp families. He works closely with agencies to help support our inclusion program. In the summer, he manages the office, with all of the communication going in and out, including bus transportation – all with an optimistic outlook and upbeat personality. He takes a genuine interest in each family’s unique set of circumstances and needs and is available throughout the year to assist as needed. Joe has six children and nine grandchildren, enjoys history, lived in England, and serves on his local township committee.
The longest tenured employee of “the Lake,” Brandi personifies the Liberty Lake spirit. Her engaging personality, positive attitude, leadership skills and dedication are legendary at LLDC. Brandi makes a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of campers and teammates each summer just being herself, spreading camp spirit, and noticing campers and staff when they succeed with our “star points”. Having held most every position at LLDC, Brandi oversees the “Freedom of Choice” Elective Program, the daily “Spirit Events Calendar,” the Teen Leadership Program, and is the curator of most of our big events which take place year-round. She is the co-founder of the Liberty Lake Foundation, and the driving force in making it an important part of our local community. Brandi is a former aspiring attorney who got bit by the camp bug, and lives and breathes Liberty Lake!

The longest tenured employee of “the Lake,” Brandi personifies the Liberty Lake spirit. Her engaging personality, positive attitude, leadership skills and dedication are legendary at LLDC. Brandi makes a positive impact on the lives of hundreds of campers and teammates each summer just being herself, spreading camp spirit, and noticing campers and staff when they succeed with our “star points”. Having held most every position at LLDC, Brandi oversees the “Freedom of Choice” Elective Program, the daily “Spirit Events Calendar,” the Teen Leadership Program, and is the curator of most of our big events which take place year-round. She is the co-founder of the Liberty Lake Foundation, and the driving force in making it an important part of our local community. Brandi is a former aspiring attorney who got bit by the camp bug, and lives and breathes Liberty Lake!
Justin Pritikin began his camp journey at Liberty Lake as a 2-year-old Turtle camper, spending his childhood helping with open houses, tours, and office projects alongside his sister. In sixth grade, he began a seven-year battle with leukemia — an experience he later shared in his inspiring TED Talk about resilience and finding joy in life’s challenges.
At Villanova University, Justin served as a student manager for Hall of Fame coach Jay Wright’s basketball team, learning valuable lessons in leadership and teamwork. He also led the world’s largest Special Olympics fundraiser, both virtually in 2020 and in-person in 2021.
In his final semester of college, Justin became a sales associate at lululemon, and was quickly elevated to an executive role at the company’s U.S. headquarters in Los Angeles. Despite enjoying his work (and wardrobe), his heart remained in camping. He returned east to become a Director at Everwood Day Camp, Liberty Lake’s sister camp in Massachusetts, where he oversaw staff development, training, programming, and special events.
Today, Justin is a sought-after trainer and facilitator in the camp industry, speaking at conferences, on podcasts, and working with camp staffs across North America.

Justin Pritikin began his camp journey at Liberty Lake as a 2-year-old Turtle camper, spending his childhood helping with open houses, tours, and office projects alongside his sister. In sixth grade, he began a seven-year battle with leukemia — an experience he later shared in his inspiring TED Talk about resilience and finding joy in life’s challenges.
At Villanova University, Justin served as a student manager for Hall of Fame coach Jay Wright’s basketball team, learning valuable lessons in leadership and teamwork. He also led the world’s largest Special Olympics fundraiser, both virtually in 2020 and in-person in 2021.
In his final semester of college, Justin became a sales associate at lululemon, and was quickly elevated to an executive role at the company’s U.S. headquarters in Los Angeles. Despite enjoying his work (and wardrobe), his heart remained in camping. He returned east to become a Director at Everwood Day Camp, Liberty Lake’s sister camp in Massachusetts, where he oversaw staff development, training, programming, and special events.
Today, Justin is a sought-after trainer and facilitator in the camp industry, speaking at conferences, on podcasts, and working with camp staffs across North America.
Rob is a decorated veteran of a United States Air Force Special Operations Unit, and has experience in crisis/emergency prevention and response, disaster/emergency drill coordinating, emergency management, fire prevention, system management, risk assessment/management, safety, security, and training at both university and hospital settings. Rob has received several “best practices” recognitions by accrediting organizations in areas that include threat assessments, active intruder response, abduction prevention/response, and crisis/emergency prevention/response. As you can see, we are super fortunate to have Rob as part of the Liberty Lake full-time team!

Rob is a decorated veteran of a United States Air Force Special Operations Unit, and has experience in crisis/emergency prevention and response, disaster/emergency drill coordinating, emergency management, fire prevention, system management, risk assessment/management, safety, security, and training at both university and hospital settings. Rob has received several “best practices” recognitions by accrediting organizations in areas that include threat assessments, active intruder response, abduction prevention/response, and crisis/emergency prevention/response. As you can see, we are super fortunate to have Rob as part of the Liberty Lake full-time team!
Magically born from the million acts of kindness of the Liberty Lake campers, FuzzyMan is the embodiment of character at Liberty Lake, and celebrates all that is good in our community. During the summer season, FuzzyMan picks his moments to come and join the fun at camp- at assemblies, fuzzy ceremonies, or maybe just having fun at the pickleball courts (he moves around better than you may think!) Outside the camp season, FuzzyMan bounces around the local community at events, and at places he can be of service- like the Animal Rescue, the Library, helping with our Military Veterans, Habitat for Humanity, or the Ronald McDonald House! FuzzyMan doesn’t talk, but he communicates through his Email of fuzzyman@libertylakedaycamp.com. If you’d like FuzzyMan to come out for an appearance, he gives his fees to the Liberty Lake Foundation!

Magically born from the million acts of kindness of the Liberty Lake campers, FuzzyMan is the embodiment of character at Liberty Lake, and celebrates all that is good in our community. During the summer season, FuzzyMan picks his moments to come and join the fun at camp- at assemblies, fuzzy ceremonies, or maybe just having fun at the pickleball courts (he moves around better than you may think!) Outside the camp season, FuzzyMan bounces around the local community at events, and at places he can be of service- like the Animal Rescue, the Library, helping with our Military Veterans, Habitat for Humanity, or the Ronald McDonald House! FuzzyMan doesn’t talk, but he communicates through his Email of fuzzyman@libertylakedaycamp.com. If you’d like FuzzyMan to come out for an appearance, he gives his fees to the Liberty Lake Foundation!
Bob Allenbach (Spirit Events) “Spirit Bob” is the creative force and big personality that helps bring the Liberty Lake spirit events to life. A long time school teacher, currently at Pemberton High School, Bob is the master of many ceremonies, and works tirelessly to bring camp magic to the masses. He lives in Shamong with his wife and daughter.

Bob Allenbach (Spirit Events) “Spirit Bob” is the creative force and big personality that helps bring the Liberty Lake spirit events to life. A long time school teacher, currently at Pemberton High School, Bob is the master of many ceremonies, and works tirelessly to bring camp magic to the masses. He lives in Shamong with his wife and daughter.
Trained as both a sign language interpreter and a school teacher, Amir is one of our finest young leaders, with a big heart, big smile, and big talent inspiring campers and staff to reach their potential. Amir grew up in Burlington City, and taught in the City of Baltimore before moving back to NJ, where he resides now in Moorestown, while teaching at the Philadelphia School for the Deaf.

Trained as both a sign language interpreter and a school teacher, Amir is one of our finest young leaders, with a big heart, big smile, and big talent inspiring campers and staff to reach their potential. Amir grew up in Burlington City, and taught in the City of Baltimore before moving back to NJ, where he resides now in Moorestown, while teaching at the Philadelphia School for the Deaf.
A legendary figure at LLDC for her passion and wisdom, Kathy has been a top administrator for nearly two decades of summers, and now works as a mentor and support resource for our Division Leader team. A long time educator in Hamilton at Grice Middle School, Kathy lives in Pennsauken, with her family, which includes three former (now adult) Liberty Lakers!

A legendary figure at LLDC for her passion and wisdom, Kathy has been a top administrator for nearly two decades of summers, and now works as a mentor and support resource for our Division Leader team. A long time educator in Hamilton at Grice Middle School, Kathy lives in Pennsauken, with her family, which includes three former (now adult) Liberty Lakers!
Tracy is the long time queen of the “Freedom of Choice” Elective Program, responsible for the scheduling of over 60 weekly electives for all of our Campers and Staff each and every week of the summer. As you might imagine, this is quite an undertaking! With her patience, work ethic and positive demeanor, Tracy does an incredible job in meeting this challenge. An East Windsor resident, and elementary school teacher in the off-season and mother of two Liberty Lakers, we are truly fortunate to have Tracy on our Team!

Tracy is the long time queen of the “Freedom of Choice” Elective Program, responsible for the scheduling of over 60 weekly electives for all of our Campers and Staff each and every week of the summer. As you might imagine, this is quite an undertaking! With her patience, work ethic and positive demeanor, Tracy does an incredible job in meeting this challenge. An East Windsor resident, and elementary school teacher in the off-season and mother of two Liberty Lakers, we are truly fortunate to have Tracy on our Team!
Taylor is a former Liberty Lake Camper, inclusion counselor, group leader, and division leader who was so inspired from her LLDC experiences that she became a superstar school teacher. She grew up down the road in Florence, where she remains very active with the Girl Scouts (Gold Award Recipient) and teaches at Northern Burlington. Taylor helps administratively in the camp office throughout the off-season, is part of the staff recruitment team, and loves giving tours to prospective camp families!

Taylor is a former Liberty Lake Camper, inclusion counselor, group leader, and division leader who was so inspired from her LLDC experiences that she became a superstar school teacher. She grew up down the road in Florence, where she remains very active with the Girl Scouts (Gold Award Recipient) and teaches at Northern Burlington. Taylor helps administratively in the camp office throughout the off-season, is part of the staff recruitment team, and loves giving tours to prospective camp families!
Eileen is a former camper, lifeguard, and “Feather & Fur” specialist, who has made herself an invaluable member of the program team- Helping create, curate, assembly, and facilitate the famous Liberty Lake Spirit Calendar and Weekly Electives alongside Brandi. Eileen is magical with animals, and volunteers much of her time during the camp offseason with the “Hissy Hut” of Mount Holly- a non-profit cat shelter and adoption agency!

Eileen is a former camper, lifeguard, and “Feather & Fur” specialist, who has made herself an invaluable member of the program team- Helping create, curate, assembly, and facilitate the famous Liberty Lake Spirit Calendar and Weekly Electives alongside Brandi. Eileen is magical with animals, and volunteers much of her time during the camp offseason with the “Hissy Hut” of Mount Holly- a non-profit cat shelter and adoption agency!
Long time Liberty Laker and Red Cross Trainer, Gary Ertz leads our proud group of 25 Red Cross certified lifeguards and 50 certified swim instructors to teach hundreds of kids how to swim every summer, while taking pride in keeping our lake and pools clean, safe and fun for everyone. Gary is an English teacher in Camden, and teaches a Red Cross lifeguard course every May at Liberty Lake that is open to the public- tell your friends!

Long time Liberty Laker and Red Cross Trainer, Gary Ertz leads our proud group of 25 Red Cross certified lifeguards and 50 certified swim instructors to teach hundreds of kids how to swim every summer, while taking pride in keeping our lake and pools clean, safe and fun for everyone. Gary is an English teacher in Camden, and teaches a Red Cross lifeguard course every May at Liberty Lake that is open to the public- tell your friends!
Rebecca is an all-star elementary teacher in East Windsor, who brings a wealth of talent and skills to the Liberty Lake leadership team. Rebecca lives in Hamilton with her family, and eager to get to the summer, so she can continue to spread sunshine and happiness at LLDC!

Rebecca is an all-star elementary teacher in East Windsor, who brings a wealth of talent and skills to the Liberty Lake leadership team. Rebecca lives in Hamilton with her family, and eager to get to the summer, so she can continue to spread sunshine and happiness at LLDC!
For two decades, “Fern” has been bringing joy to Liberty Lake as a camper, counselor, group leader, asst. division leader, and now on the program team- with his fantastic spirit and energy. Liberty Lake has been a guiding light in his life, and he changed career paths to become a physical education teacher- where he can bring the magic of camp with him 12 months per year!

For two decades, “Fern” has been bringing joy to Liberty Lake as a camper, counselor, group leader, asst. division leader, and now on the program team- with his fantastic spirit and energy. Liberty Lake has been a guiding light in his life, and he changed career paths to become a physical education teacher- where he can bring the magic of camp with him 12 months per year!
For almost two decades, Matt has been a steady force at Liberty Lake as a group leader, specialist, and now as the Athletic Director, and vital force on the summer Program Team. Matt’s dedication to LLDC is unparalleled, and he works part-time throughout the school year to help the cause any way he can. Matt teaches in Mt. Laurel, and lives with his family in Maple Shade.

For almost two decades, Matt has been a steady force at Liberty Lake as a group leader, specialist, and now as the Athletic Director, and vital force on the summer Program Team. Matt’s dedication to LLDC is unparalleled, and he works part-time throughout the school year to help the cause any way he can. Matt teaches in Mt. Laurel, and lives with his family in Maple Shade.
Long time teacher and administrator, Matt has been working at Liberty Lake since his college girlfriend dragged him in for an interview in 2005. After a brief break to have two beautiful children and settle down in Deptford, Matt oversaw the Teen Leadership program, before partnering with Kathy to be one of the two Head Counselors. Matt’s cool and calm personality, and dry sense of humor are very much valued in the fast-paced camp days at LLDC.

Long time teacher and administrator, Matt has been working at Liberty Lake since his college girlfriend dragged him in for an interview in 2005. After a brief break to have two beautiful children and settle down in Deptford, Matt oversaw the Teen Leadership program, before partnering with Kathy to be one of the two Head Counselors. Matt’s cool and calm personality, and dry sense of humor are very much valued in the fast-paced camp days at LLDC.
Liberty Lake is so fortunate to have an experienced guidance counselor on staff with our Behavioral Support wing of our Success Team. Jackie is a force of nature, with tremendous talent in working and communicating with children in most any situation. Her abilities allow division leaders to have the tools to work with tough behavioral situations that inevitably arise. Jackie works in Mt. Laurel and resides in Florence with her family.

Liberty Lake is so fortunate to have an experienced guidance counselor on staff with our Behavioral Support wing of our Success Team. Jackie is a force of nature, with tremendous talent in working and communicating with children in most any situation. Her abilities allow division leaders to have the tools to work with tough behavioral situations that inevitably arise. Jackie works in Mt. Laurel and resides in Florence with her family.
Larissa is an all-star elementary school teacher with a ton of camp experience as a camper and counselor in Pennsylvania, where she grew up. She teaches in Cherry Hill, and lives in Mount Laurel, with her husband, current and future Liberty Lake campers. Her personality and patience perfectly fit into Liberty Lake, and we are proud to have her on our team!

Larissa is an all-star elementary school teacher with a ton of camp experience as a camper and counselor in Pennsylvania, where she grew up. She teaches in Cherry Hill, and lives in Mount Laurel, with her husband, current and future Liberty Lake campers. Her personality and patience perfectly fit into Liberty Lake, and we are proud to have her on our team!
Experienced nurse in both the school and hospital setting, Vanessa is currently a college professor and the administrator overseeing clinical instruction at the Rutgers School of Nursing in Camden. She is the mother of two Liberty Lakers, and lives in Lumberton. Campers will often see Vanessa zipping by on her bike with her jump bag, when she needs to get to the other side of camp quickly!

Experienced nurse in both the school and hospital setting, Vanessa is currently a college professor and the administrator overseeing clinical instruction at the Rutgers School of Nursing in Camden. She is the mother of two Liberty Lakers, and lives in Lumberton. Campers will often see Vanessa zipping by on her bike with her jump bag, when she needs to get to the other side of camp quickly!
This busy lady is a veteran school teacher who has taken on the important position at Liberty Lake of overseeing the ins and outs of the camp buses in the mornings and afternoons. She creates the “Bus Fun” calendar and facilitates communication between the bus depot, our staff on the bus, and our camp families. Victoria lives in Lumberton with her husband, and is excited to be back in the LLDC office!

This busy lady is a veteran school teacher who has taken on the important position at Liberty Lake of overseeing the ins and outs of the camp buses in the mornings and afternoons. She creates the “Bus Fun” calendar and facilitates communication between the bus depot, our staff on the bus, and our camp families. Victoria lives in Lumberton with her husband, and is excited to be back in the LLDC office!
Andrew was an amazing group leader at Liberty Lake in the summer of 2020, and we couldn’t believe he was about to begin an accounting career… Luckily for society, Andrew came to his senses and left accounting to become a full-time elementary school teacher, while continuing to coach soccer. Andrew teaches in Pine Hill, and lives in Sicklerville.

Andrew was an amazing group leader at Liberty Lake in the summer of 2020, and we couldn’t believe he was about to begin an accounting career… Luckily for society, Andrew came to his senses and left accounting to become a full-time elementary school teacher, while continuing to coach soccer. Andrew teaches in Pine Hill, and lives in Sicklerville.
Mother of two little ones, long time teacher, EMT, and long time camp person (since she was 3 years old) – Meredith is the busiest person you’ll meet that gets the most done in a day. Meredith LOVES camp, and is so happy to have found a summer home at LLDC, where she ended up as the Turtles DL for her first three summers, while becoming an integral part of the hiring team.

Mother of two little ones, long time teacher, EMT, and long time camp person (since she was 3 years old) – Meredith is the busiest person you’ll meet that gets the most done in a day. Meredith LOVES camp, and is so happy to have found a summer home at LLDC, where she ended up as the Turtles DL for her first three summers, while becoming an integral part of the hiring team.
Regan, along with Brandi, Andy & Jill- is the only Liberty Laker to have spent every summer of Liberty Lake Day Camp at Liberty Lake! Starting as a pre-schooler, Regan has worked her way through the system and become not just a stellar high school science teacher, but the overseer of our state-of-the-art high ropes adventure course. Regan lives in Florence, and teaches in New Egypt.

Regan, along with Brandi, Andy & Jill- is the only Liberty Laker to have spent every summer of Liberty Lake Day Camp at Liberty Lake! Starting as a pre-schooler, Regan has worked her way through the system and become not just a stellar high school science teacher, but the overseer of our state-of-the-art high ropes adventure course. Regan lives in Florence, and teaches in New Egypt.
Liberty Lake’s Inclusion Support Team is helmed by a remarkable woman, who had previously brought our Teen Program to new heights. A retired special education teacher in Pemberton, Terri proudly spearheads our sizable Inclusion Program, in both the off-season, and camp season. She resides in Roebling where she and her husband (a former camp director) co-led legendary Boy Scout programs for years.

Liberty Lake’s Inclusion Support Team is helmed by a remarkable woman, who had previously brought our Teen Program to new heights. A retired special education teacher in Pemberton, Terri proudly spearheads our sizable Inclusion Program, in both the off-season, and camp season. She resides in Roebling where she and her husband (a former camp director) co-led legendary Boy Scout programs for years.
Kia is a business consultant and project manager, after working various roles at Drexel University, including their summer program. Her organizational experience is very valuable for the LLDC team, as she is always suggesting improvements to our systems. She is also a very crafty person, and uses these skills often with her daughters’ girl scout troops, where she lives with her husband in Hainesport.

Kia is a business consultant and project manager, after working various roles at Drexel University, including their summer program. Her organizational experience is very valuable for the LLDC team, as she is always suggesting improvements to our systems. She is also a very crafty person, and uses these skills often with her daughters’ girl scout troops, where she lives with her husband in Hainesport.
A long time teacher in the Hamilton school district, Ryan is an experienced coach with a masters in school administration. Ryan’s greatest assetd at LLDC though, are his creativity, youthful exuberance, and sheer joy of being at camp. When camp is over each day though, Ryan does have to put on his Dad face and take charge of his two Liberty Laker kids, along with his wife in Bordentown.

A long time teacher in the Hamilton school district, Ryan is an experienced coach with a masters in school administration. Ryan’s greatest assetd at LLDC though, are his creativity, youthful exuberance, and sheer joy of being at camp. When camp is over each day though, Ryan does have to put on his Dad face and take charge of his two Liberty Laker kids, along with his wife in Bordentown.
Erin is an experienced elementary school teacher (has taught most grades), and was the camp director of her school’s summer program. She’s lifeguard certified, has tremendous attention to detail, and is always up for a challenge. Erin teaches in Manville, and lives in Hopewell- in the house that she and her husband rebuilt from the ground up- with her two children.

Erin is an experienced elementary school teacher (has taught most grades), and was the camp director of her school’s summer program. She’s lifeguard certified, has tremendous attention to detail, and is always up for a challenge. Erin teaches in Manville, and lives in Hopewell- in the house that she and her husband rebuilt from the ground up- with her two children.
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