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Chippewa Ranch Camp Pre-Campference - 2025
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Monday, June 9
 

8:30am CDT

Breakfast
Monday June 9, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
The Adler Lodge
The dawn has broken, heralding the commencement of a fresh day replete with possibilities and opportunities. As the sun ascends above the horizon, illuminating the landscape with its radiant beams, it is an auspicious moment to partake in the initial repast of the day - breakfast. It is imperative to acknowledge that a substantial breakfast serves as the linchpin for a fruitful day, therefore, seize this occasion to fortify oneself and savor the delights of the matutinal sustenance prior to engaging in the rigors of a demanding day of instruction that lies ahead.

Monday June 9, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
The Adler Lodge
  Dining

10:30am CDT

Opening Keynote- More Than An Impression...An IMPACT
Monday June 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
The Little Theater
We are going to kick off the summer of 2025 with a bang! Let's try to leave more than just an impression on our campers this summer. Let's make an IMPACT! Get ready to be inspired by an incredible opening keynote address by Cliff, Lisa, and Sari. They'll fuel your passion and determination to make this summer absolutely unforgettable. Get pumped and let's make this happen!
Speakers
avatar for Sophie Marwil

Sophie Marwil

Associate Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sophie has been with Chippewa for more than fifteen years. She is a second generation Chippy and loved and respected by campers, staff and parents alike. During the summer she helps with programming and logistics. She works closely with the activity instructors and handles the unenviable... Read More →
avatar for Lisa Lissner

Lisa Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Lisa is an owner and director at Chippewa. She and Cliff have owned camp since 2015, and at camp she is the official "Camp Mom" to the girls. She can be found roaming camp with our dogs (Lou, Normy and Ginny), or in her office on Main Street. She works with staff on managing challenging... Read More →
avatar for Sari Hirsch

Sari Hirsch

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sari is co-directs Chippewa Ranch Camp. She has been at Chippewa for almost three decades, and her passion for camp is unparalleled. During the summer she oversees all of camp's programming and logistics. She writes a critically acclaimed blog called The Sari Diaries, and she hosts... Read More →
avatar for Cliff Lissner

Cliff Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Cliff is has more than two decades of professional experience with boys’ and girls’ camps, including fifteen+ years as a director at Chippewa Ranch Camp for Girls in Eagle River, WI. He spent 11 prior years at North Star Camp for Boys in Hayward, WI. Cliff was a Nationally Licensed... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
The Little Theater
  Main Stage Event, Keynote Presentation

11:00am CDT

CIT Meeting
Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Gold Center
The CITs will gather to discuss various matters pertaining to their responsibilities for the upcoming summer.
Speakers
avatar for Lisa Lissner

Lisa Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Lisa is an owner and director at Chippewa. She and Cliff have owned camp since 2015, and at camp she is the official "Camp Mom" to the girls. She can be found roaming camp with our dogs (Lou, Normy and Ginny), or in her office on Main Street. She works with staff on managing challenging... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
The Gold Center
  Specialized Meeting

11:00am CDT

Lifeguard Inservice
Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Various Locations
Lifeguards will take some extra time to get comfortable with their role this summer. 
Speakers
avatar for Sophie Marwil

Sophie Marwil

Associate Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sophie has been with Chippewa for more than fifteen years. She is a second generation Chippy and loved and respected by campers, staff and parents alike. During the summer she helps with programming and logistics. She works closely with the activity instructors and handles the unenviable... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Various Locations
  Specialized Training

11:00am CDT

Work Detail Fun
Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Various Locations
One of your primary tasks in the coming days will be to help set up camp for the upcoming summer by organizing activity areas, painting walls, building beds, and more! Your involvement is essential for a successful season, and you'll undoubtably gain a strong sense of satisfaction as you make your important contribution to the cause!

Speakers
avatar for Uncle Ed

Uncle Ed

Operations Manager, Chippewa Ranch Camp
avatar for Sari Hirsch

Sari Hirsch

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sari is co-directs Chippewa Ranch Camp. She has been at Chippewa for almost three decades, and her passion for camp is unparalleled. During the summer she oversees all of camp's programming and logistics. She writes a critically acclaimed blog called The Sari Diaries, and she hosts... Read More →
avatar for Cliff Lissner

Cliff Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Cliff is has more than two decades of professional experience with boys’ and girls’ camps, including fifteen+ years as a director at Chippewa Ranch Camp for Girls in Eagle River, WI. He spent 11 prior years at North Star Camp for Boys in Hayward, WI. Cliff was a Nationally Licensed... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Various Locations
  Work Detail

12:00pm CDT

Lost Bather Run Through
Monday June 9, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
The Waterfront
Time to go through our lost bather procedures. Please come ready to focus.
Speakers
avatar for Cliff Lissner

Cliff Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Cliff is has more than two decades of professional experience with boys’ and girls’ camps, including fifteen+ years as a director at Chippewa Ranch Camp for Girls in Eagle River, WI. He spent 11 prior years at North Star Camp for Boys in Hayward, WI. Cliff was a Nationally Licensed... Read More →
avatar for Sari Hirsch

Sari Hirsch

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sari is co-directs Chippewa Ranch Camp. She has been at Chippewa for almost three decades, and her passion for camp is unparalleled. During the summer she oversees all of camp's programming and logistics. She writes a critically acclaimed blog called The Sari Diaries, and she hosts... Read More →
avatar for Sophie Marwil

Sophie Marwil

Associate Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sophie has been with Chippewa for more than fifteen years. She is a second generation Chippy and loved and respected by campers, staff and parents alike. During the summer she helps with programming and logistics. She works closely with the activity instructors and handles the unenviable... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 12:00pm - 12:30pm CDT
The Waterfront
  Specialized Training

12:30pm CDT

Lunch
Monday June 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:00pm CDT
The Adler Lodge
Are you looking for a satisfying experience? Consider enjoying a flavorful lunch. Additionally, take advantage of the opportunity to network and establish new connections with a recent contact.

Monday June 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:00pm CDT
The Adler Lodge
  Dining

12:30pm CDT

Activity Head Meeting
Monday June 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:00pm CDT
The House Living Room
An exclusive lunch meeting with the directors overseeing our 2024 activity areas. 
Speakers
avatar for Luke Bailey

Luke Bailey

Activity director
avatar for Charlie Kabaker

Charlie Kabaker

Activity Logistics Director
avatar for Sophie Marwil

Sophie Marwil

Associate Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sophie has been with Chippewa for more than fifteen years. She is a second generation Chippy and loved and respected by campers, staff and parents alike. During the summer she helps with programming and logistics. She works closely with the activity instructors and handles the unenviable... Read More →
avatar for Lily Zirin

Lily Zirin

Activity Director
Monday June 9, 2025 12:30pm - 1:00pm CDT
The House Living Room
  Specialized Meeting

1:15pm CDT

Admin Meeting
Monday June 9, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
The House Living Room
Admin/Summer Planning 
Monday June 9, 2025 1:15pm - 1:45pm CDT
The House Living Room

1:15pm CDT

Play Some Soccer!
Monday June 9, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
The South Field
The first rule of football is don't call it soccer. The second rule of football is to come play with Diego, Avery and Luke on the south field! Don't forget to wear your studs...   
Speakers
avatar for Diego Douglas Jr.
avatar for Avery Kingsepp

Avery Kingsepp

Wrangler Village Director
avatar for Luke Bailey

Luke Bailey

Activity director
Monday June 9, 2025 1:15pm - 2:00pm CDT
The South Field
  Recreation

2:00pm CDT

Let's go! Week One PLUS
Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
The Center Fire Circle
Take some time to learn about this summer's new push called "Week One Plus." This one will take the whole village if it's going to succeed! 

Speakers
avatar for Sari Hirsch

Sari Hirsch

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sari is co-directs Chippewa Ranch Camp. She has been at Chippewa for almost three decades, and her passion for camp is unparalleled. During the summer she oversees all of camp's programming and logistics. She writes a critically acclaimed blog called The Sari Diaries, and she hosts... Read More →
avatar for Cliff Lissner

Cliff Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Cliff is has more than two decades of professional experience with boys’ and girls’ camps, including fifteen+ years as a director at Chippewa Ranch Camp for Girls in Eagle River, WI. He spent 11 prior years at North Star Camp for Boys in Hayward, WI. Cliff was a Nationally Licensed... Read More →
avatar for Lisa Lissner

Lisa Lissner

Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Lisa is an owner and director at Chippewa. She and Cliff have owned camp since 2015, and at camp she is the official "Camp Mom" to the girls. She can be found roaming camp with our dogs (Lou, Normy and Ginny), or in her office on Main Street. She works with staff on managing challenging... Read More →
avatar for Sophie Marwil

Sophie Marwil

Associate Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Sophie has been with Chippewa for more than fifteen years. She is a second generation Chippy and loved and respected by campers, staff and parents alike. During the summer she helps with programming and logistics. She works closely with the activity instructors and handles the unenviable... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 2:00pm - 2:45pm CDT
The Center Fire Circle
  Group Session, Rotation

3:00pm CDT

Mid-Day Keynote Dr. Chris Thurber- Virtual Virtues & Vices
Monday June 9, 2025 3:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
The Little Theater
Join board certified clinical child psychologist, Dr. Chris Thurber, as he discusses comparative culture and how camp can help to cure the things that happen at school and on social media. You won't want to miss this powerful presentation from one of the best in the industry. 
Speakers
avatar for Dr. Chris Thurber

Dr. Chris Thurber

Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, Camp Spirit
Dr. Christopher Thurber enjoys creating and sharing original content for business leaders, independent educators, and youth development professionals. He is a board-certified clinical psychologist, educator, author, and father. Chris earned his BA from Harvard University in 1991 and... Read More →
Monday June 9, 2025 3:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
The Little Theater
  Main Stage Event, Keynote Presentation

6:00pm CDT

The 2025 Pre-Camp Pizza Party
Monday June 9, 2025 6:00pm - 7:45pm CDT
The Adler Lodge
Get ready to eat pizza until you're physically sick. Then let's DANCE!


Speakers
avatar for Ruth Lissner

Ruth Lissner

Assistant Director, Chippewa Ranch Camp
Ruth is one of our Assistant Directors and Cliff's mom! She is on her 14th summer at camp, and she can be found in the office managing everything from accounts payable to payroll. She oversees the CRC Cooking Academy, arranges camper "Birthday Consults," and helps to make sure the... Read More →

Monday June 9, 2025 6:00pm - 7:45pm CDT
The Adler Lodge
  Social Event

8:30pm CDT

First Year JC Meeting
Monday June 9, 2025 8:30pm - 9:15pm CDT
The Gold Center
Monday June 9, 2025 8:30pm - 9:15pm CDT
The Gold Center
  Specialized Meeting
 
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