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Get To know Your Child's Counselor!
Below are profiles of our 2026 counselors:
seamus bruno
newton, ma
Co camp director, certified wsi & head lifeguard
I am the camp's Water Safety Instructor, Head l Lifeguard, and Personal Trainer from Newton, MA. I attended Stonehill College and Boston College's Carroll School of Business as an accounting major., I hold a Master of Education Degree and teach at a middle school during the academic year. I have extensive experience working with children and coaching. I was the captain of both my high school's Division one varsity basketball & volleyball teams (Newton North and have coached a high school AAU basketball team (Middlesex Magic). I continue to train athletes at the Newton YMCA. I received a lot of my swim training while life-guarding for Harvard University during college. I grew up attending the camp and really enjoyed it.
Stella Gerstenblatt
New york, ny
I am a rising senior at the Fieldston School in NYC. During the school year I play soccer, basketball and lacrosse on my school teams. I also enjoy skiing, doing crafts, and dance. I absolutely love camp and attended a sleep away camp in Maine for seven years. I am really looking forward to getting to spend the summer in Nantucket with my family and sharing my joy of summer camp with all the Murray Camp campers again this summer!
ava newth
newton, ma
Hi! My name is Ava, I am from Newton, MA and am a rising Senior at Concord Academy. I love to run, snowboard, sail, paint, read and spend time at the beach. This will be my sixth summer on Nantucket. I am excited for another summer at camp, I love working with the kids and staff.
Ian gerstenblatt
New york,Ny
Hi, I'm Ian Gerstenblatt. I am 16 and I live in Manhattan. I am a rising junior and I play soccer, basketball and baseball for my school teams. I also love to ski. My family has been spending our summers in Nantucket for over ten years, and I'm excited to return to Murray Camp for my second year as a counselor.
amy cappo
carmel, ca
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Hi my name is Amy Cappo and I a rising junior at Robert Louis Stevenson School. I play soccer, lacrosse, and tennis and I am from Carmel, CA. I enjoy traveling and constructing arts and crafts projects. I have been attending Murray Camp as long as I can remember, and am so excited to be back this summer
Katie klatt
nantucket,ma
Hi my name is Katie Klatt, and I am so excited to be returning for my second summer as a counselor at Murray Camp! Having just graduated from Nantucket High School, I am looking forward to heading off to Endicott College this fall to study Exercise Science Allied Health and Nursing. I love staying active and bring a ton of energy to camp from my time as a three-sport athlete competing in football cheerleading, competition cheer, and lacrosse. Fun fact, I am a twin, and my sister actually works here at Murray Camp with me too. I can't wait for another incredible, action-packed summer and to see all the familiar faces from last summer!
stephen kretz
montclair, nj
Hi! My name is Stephen, I'm a rising senior at Montclair High School in New Jersey. I play football and run track for my school, and outside of those sports, I love to ski and swim. I have been coming to Nantucket every summer since I was little, and it has always been one of my favorite places. Being the oldest of a big family, with three younger siblings and over 20 younger cousins, has taught me a lot about leadership and working with younger kids, which is something I'm really looking forward to bringing to Murray Camp this summer. I can't wait to meet all of the campers! and support their Murray Camp experience being a blast!
ainsleigh brezac
ridgefield, ct
Hi! My name is Ainsleigh, and I’m from Ridgefield, CT. I’m a rising junior at Pace University, NYC, and I’m studying psychology and criminal justice. I’ve been coming to Nantucket my entire life to visit my grandparents and uncle, and have always loved the island. I enjoy music, swimming, art, traveling, and more! I’m so excited to meet the children and support them in having a great time at camp!
hermon, mulugeta
fruit heights, ut
Hi everyone! My name is Hermon, but I go by Harry. I’m an incoming junior at the University of Utah and am excited to be part of camp this summer. I love working with kids, I have two younger brothers and have been an elementary after-school teacher since my junior year of high school. I’m looking forward to meeting all of the campers, having fun, and making this an awesome summer together!
liam bruno
newton, ma
camp operations director & Certified lifeguard
Meet Liam, a key member of Murray Camp Nantucket. Having grown up attending Murray Camp, Liam understands the value of our community and the evolution of the Camp's operations. With a Business degree from Wheaton College, where he captained the men's basketball team, Liam excels in fostering teamwork and engagement among our young attendees. As the founder of ACK Eats (now Delivery.com), a licensed Real Estate Agent and the GM of NantucketRentals.com, Liam applies his entrepreneurial background to enhance our operations at Murray Camp, creating a seamless experience for families and staff alike.
Liam is also the Assistant Coach of the Men's Varsity Basketball Team at Nantucket High School. He enjoys teaching children basketball skills, water safety classes, and lifeguard skills. His local knowledge, business acumen, and dedication to youth development ensures a supportive, fun-filled environment at Murray Camp. He looks forward to making this summer an unforgettable experience for all campers.
katherine sheehan
New york, ny
I am a rising junior at Deerfield Academy. I live in New York City, but I go to boarding school. I have an older sister who is a freshman at college, who also worked at Murray Camp. We have both been coming to Nantucket since we were born, and I went to Murray camp as a child myself! I am so excited to be your little ones' counselors.
lilo grassl
milton, ma
Hello! My name is Lilo Grassl, and I am from Milton MA. I am a rising senior at the Winsor School in Boston. I have been coming to Nantucket since I was a baby, and attended Murray Camp for as long as I can remember, both as a camper and CIT. I usually am playing field hockey with my club team, or participating in school clubs, but in my free time, I am hanging out with my friends or at the beach in the summer! I am so excited to work here again this summer and I can't wait to meet the campers.
foster neil
Nantucket,ma
My name is Foster Neil. I’m a year round resident of nantucket having moved here from New Orleans, LA 3 years ago. This summer will be my third summer serving as a camp counselor at Murray Camp. I love working with kids and can’t wait to make the most epic, lifelong memories with your child this summer.
aly cappo
carmel, ca
Hi! My name is Aly Cappo. I am a rising senior at Robert Louis Stevenson School in Pebble Beach, California. I have been coming to Nantucket every summer since I was a baby, and have attended Murray Camp since I was age four, then a CIT followed by my current counselor position. I enjoy playing tennis and lacrosse, working with clay, and the beach. I am looking forward to spending another great summer at Murray Camp! I am so excited to see the campers and my east coast friends.
tatum schoettle
milton, ma
Hi! My name is Tatum Schoettle, and I am so excited to be back at Murray for another amazing summer! I recently graduated from Milton Academy and am starting my freshman year at Indiana University, where I will be part of the women's rowing team and studying art history. I have been coming to Nantucket since I was a young child and have been working with Murray for four years. My favorite memory with Murray Camp is picking strawberries with the campers at Bartlett's Farm!
jane westrbrook
darian, ct
certified lifeguard
I am a junior at Sacred Heart Greenwich . I have one older sister Paige and we have both been coming up to Nantucket since we were born. I play field hockey, squash, and lacrosse at school. I ski, bike, and play tennis for fun. I worked at Murray Camp at the end of last summer and am so excited to return!
ashley klatt
Nantucket,Ma
Hi!! My name is Ashley and I live year-round on Nantucket! I am a recent graduate student of Nantucket High School and I will be heading this fall to Endicott College where I will be studying Sports Management! A fun fact about me is that I am a twin and she is also working at Murray Camp! Some things about me are that I am outgoing, personable, caring, and very excited to be working at Murray Camp for my second year! I can’t wait to meet all the new and returning campers!
Daniella shainok
New york, ny
Hi! I'm Daniella, a rising junior from Brooklyn, NYC. I play both the piano and the guitar and I really love to make art, play music and read. My family and I have been coming to Nantucket for many years. Some of my favorite things to do on island are swim in the mornings, ride bikes across island and walk around town with friends. I’m so excited to see you all this summer!
jane schoettle
milton, ma
Hi! My name is Jane I am from Milton, MA and a high student at Beaver Country Day School. I have attended as a camper or staff, Murray Camp ever since I can remember. Two of my three siblings have been counselors at the camp with Tatum, returning later this summer. I play field hockey, lacrosse, and basketball for my school. I love to play pickle ball for fun with my family and friends. I am so happy to return working at Murray Camp this summer! I can't wait to see my former campers and meet mt new campers.
ben mcnamara
hingham, ma
Hi, I'm Ben. I am from Hingham, Massachusetts, and I am a student at Hingham High School. I love to play soccer and lacrosse year-round and enjoy surfing in the summer. I enjoy hanging out with friends and playing competitive soccer on the weekends. My siblings and I grew up attending Murray camp, and I was a counselor-in-training a few years ago. I have experience in my community as a counselor at multiple sports camps and after-school activities involving helping children. I cannot wait to get to know my fellow counselors and campers this summer.
ella sullivan
southborough, ma
Hi! My time is Ella and I am a rising junior at Dana Hall School in Wellesley. I live in Southborough MA and have been coming to Nantucket for most of my life. In school I do cross country, diving, and lacrosse and I love to be active. I love to ski, swim, and spend time in the ocean! This will be my first summer working at Murray camp! I am super excited to meet all the campers!
Isabella van manen
denver, co
Hi, my name is Izzy and I’m from Denver, CO! I’m an upcoming junior at the University of San Diego studying Psychology and Real Estate with an English minor. I visited Nantucket for the first time last summer, and quickly fell in love. Some of my favorite activities are playing tennis, yoga, sailing, arts & craft, and more! I’m so excited to spend my summer at Murray Camp and can’t wait to meet all the campers.
mason mastellone
darien, ct
I am a longtime Murray Camper who started as a Minnow at 4! I am a student at Darien High School in CT. I am an avid athlete, golfer and angler, I am excited to be working at Murray
Camp this summer and can't wait
to meet the campers!
hakirah moore
nantucket, ma
Hi I’m Hakirah. I am a rising senior at Nantucket High school and will be returning in the fall for my senior year. I plan to go to college to study radiological science. I love doing arts and crafts and being active. I am so excited to be spending my summer at Murray Camp and can’t wait to meet everyone!
margaret rowland
brooklyn, ny
My name is Margaret Rowland and I am a rising sophomore at Saint Ann’s school in Brooklyn, NY. I have been spending summers on Nantucket since I was a baby, and I love biking, swimming, and exploring the island. I am a competitive squash player and I also play tennis and volleyball. I enjoy photography, babysitting and traveling. I am really excited to work at Murray Camp this summer, and can’t wait to get to know my campers!
alexandra borden
newton, ma
certified lifeguard
Hi, I'm Alex! I'm a rising senior at Gann Academy and so excited to be a counselor this summer. I love meeting new people and making sure everyone feels comfortable and included from day one. Outside of camp, I play guitar, stay involved in sports and clubs, and genuinely love being around people. Can't wait to meet everyone and have a great summer together.
emmett stanford
Gladwyne, pa
Hi! I live in Gladwyne, PA, and I’m a student at Friends Central. I play drums at my local School of Rock, and Van Halen is my favorite band. This will be my 12th summer at Murray Camp. I love Nobadeer and Surfside beach, and my favorite Murray Camp memory is tie-dying t-shirts at Children's Beach. I am very excited to be on staff this year!
Interested in
Becoming a Murray Camp Counselor?
We're often looking for new team members to join our camp community. Download an employment application by clicking below and scanning to: ackmurraycamp@gmail.com
*Please note: If you reside outside of MA and offered a position, you must submit a criminal background clearance from your state of residency in addition to the MA required CORI and SORI documents. Employment is contingent on the camp's review of this licensing required document issued by your state of residency.
From Campers
to Counselors...
Murray Camp is such a mainstay in the life of those who summer on Nantucket that many of our campers become our counselors! All of our counselors have had experience with babysitting and most are First Aid Certified, CPR Certified, and are certified Life Guards.
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In addition to our full-time staff, we subcontract three lifeguards from the Nantucket Community School Pool, the crew of the sailing vessel Endeavor, the staff of Ack Surf School and the Absolute fishing vessel staff.
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The Friendship Sloop Endeavor has been offering sailing charters in Nantucket for over 30 years. The Endeavor is a Coast Guard Certified Vessel inspected each spring by the United States Coast Guard. The crew of the Endeavor is required by the Coast Guard to participate in a random drug-testing program. The route the Endeavor takes is typically out through the Jetties and in the Nantucket Sound. The vessel is no more than three miles from shore at any point in the trip. Captain James Genthner has been operating the Endeavor in Nantucket for the entire 30 years. He is a Coast Guard Licensed Captain who has been sailing for over 30 years. Jim and his wife, Sue Genthner, reside on the island year round, where they raised their two children.
In accordance with Massachusetts law, Murray Camp performs full background checks on all counselors and employees of the camp - including CORI and SORI checks.