Tyrone Squire, Camp Administrator

Tyrone Squire is the Camp Administrator at HFH Summer Camps, overseeing all property management, hiring, camper recruitment, onsite camp programming, and camp directors. He first joined HFH Summer Camps as a general counselor in 2010, additionally serving as a unit leader and assistant director before working his way up to Camp Director at Camp Wakonda for the 2016 and 2017 seasons. Prior to his current role at HFH Summer Camps, Tyrone served as a Program Director at NIA Community Services Network supervising school-based afterschool programs. In 2022, Tyrone returned to HFH Summer Camps as the administrator, where his own life-changing experiences as a camper are at the forefront of his work as he paves the way for a new generation of campers. He received his bachelor’s degree from Mercy College and a master’s degree in Non-Profit Management from Johnson and Wales University.

Ashley Taylor Gurwell, Camp Program Director

Ashley Taylor Gurwell is the Camp Program Director for HFH Summer Camps, overseeing staff recruitment, training, and the daily camp programming at Camp Lanowa to ensure a safe, enriching experience for all campers. Growing up, camp was always a place where Ashley Taylor felt safe and free to be her authentic self, and she is excited to bring that same sense of belonging to HFH campers. With a BFA in Theatre Education from Belmont University, Ashley Taylor has taught theater in schools, theater companies, and even toured Italy teaching English through performance. Her extensive camp background includes roles as a camper, counselor, and unit leader, as well as leadership positions at overnight camps, including in Oahu, Hawaii, where she served as the Adventure Camp and Archery Coordinator. Most recently, she was the Assistant Camp Director for Kids in the Game—a day camp in New York City. Passionate about creating a welcoming and joyful camp environment, Ashley Taylor is excited to introduce some of her favorite camp games—including Gaga ball and 9 Square—to campers this summer.

Joelea Harris, Camp Operations Associate

Joelea Harris is the Camp Operations Associate for HFH Summer Camps, managing camper recruitment, registration, and onboarding while ensuring families have the information necessary to feel confident sending their children to camp. Joelea holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Binghamton University, which has strengthened her ability to connect with families and support their camp experience. Her background as a case manager and substitute teacher further prepared her to engage with children from diverse backgrounds, and she is currently pursuing an MBA at Louisiana State University Shreveport to deepen her expertise in operations management. Joelea is dedicated to creating a welcoming and well-organized camp environment. Her favorite camp activities include building campfires and roasting s’mores.