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Steve and Jen Collins
with Mike and Amy		 Steve and Jen Collins have been at South Mountain since March 1998. Steve is the Executive Director of the Camp, and Jen serves as the Guest Group Coordinator. They live on camp with their two children, Mike and Amy.

Steve has been working in ministry since 1993. Prior to going into full-time camp ministry, he attended Toccoa Falls College in Toccoa, GA where he graduated with a B.S. in Youth Ministries: Camping. Steve formerly served as president for the Carolinas/Virginias section of Christian Camp and Conference Association and now serves at their Communications Coordinator. Steve also served on the Advisory Council for the School of Christian Education at Toccoa Falls College.

In addition to overseeing group reservations, Jen works with Steve in various other capacities around camp including the Challenge Course, and the S.E.E.D.S. programs. She also serves as the Arts and Crafts Director during Summer Camp and as Vendor Coordinator for the Carolinas/Virginias section of Christian Camp and Conference Association.

Steve and Jen also are on the Elders Board at Restoration Church of Forest City and are part of the children's ministry team there. Steve is available for speaking engagements from August through May and can be contacted here at the camp.

Jo Hoselton		 Jo Hoselton has been on staff at SMCC since 2002. She has worked in various capacities around the camp and currently serves as Office Manager. Jo also has a good deal of experience in nature study and works with Steve in the S.E.E.D.S. programs. Jo and her husband Harry live in nearby Sunshine.

Art Reagle		 Art Reagle has been the Maintenance/Projects Coordinator for SMCC since 2010. His vast experience and heart for ministry are a great asset to the Camp. He has a knack for organizing Group Volunteer Projects, and has quickly developed a reputation for his famous smoked barbecue. Art is also involved with Christian Motorcyclists Association and various prison ministries.