Jonas Mikolayunas
Jonas Mikolayunas came into Birch Rock at a young age. His mother Debbie was the camp's nurse and step-father Doug was a Trip Leader. Jonas was a five year old camper in 1982 and stayed at camp almost every summer through to 1996.
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Life Before Birch Rock
Jonas was one of the many young men from the Baltimore area recruited into Birch Rock's ranks in the mid-80s. Jonas' parents were employees at Birch Rock and brought all three Jonas and his two sisters of their children to camp. Little did Jonas realize he would be spending the rest of his childhood summers at the Rock.
Camper Years
Summers of 1982‒1990
Jonas had many great camper years and was seen all over campus at just about every activity. In his early camper years Jonas loved to fish and was often seen heading to the waterfront with his rod and reel in hand. He was also a true outdoorsmen and seemed to excel at campcraft and on trips. In 1987, Jonas was in a memorable lower camp skit performed by Cabin 1. Jonas played Indiana Jonas with whip and hat and also led the charge in writing the skit. Jonas was always a leader in the cabin and was an iconic camper in the '80s.
Staff Years
Summers of 1992-1996
Jonas taught at many different activities in his time at camp. He is best remembered for creating the Mountain Biking activity in the mid-90s. In fact, Jonas has continued to support Mountain Biking after leaving Birch Rock by donating supplies and checking in from time to time.
Perhaps Jonas' most memorable quote at camp was said during his staff years. He said, "Love is love. Each to his own. Love is Love." Genius!
| Year | Cabin | Role | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Buzzards Roost | Camper | with Counselor Rich Deering |
| 1984 | Eagles Nest | Camper | with Counselors Joe Curry & Cort Morgan |
| 1985 | Pete's Palace | CIT | with CIT Director Jerry Curry |
| 1986 | Eagles Nest | Junior Counselor | Baseball, Basketball, Archery & Canoeing |
| 1987 | Eagles Nest | Counselor | Baseball, Basketball, Archery & Canoeing |
| 1988 | Eagles Nest | Counselor | Basketball, Baseball, Archery & Canoeing |
| 1989 | Eagles Nest | Counselor | Baseball, Archery & Canoeing |
| 1990 | Lion's Den | Head Counselor | Program |
| 1991 | Swordfish | Head Counselor | Program |
| 1992 | Director's Cabin | Head Counselor | Program |
