Camp Alleghany is a family-owned and operated business and has been for three generations. Currently, Elizabeth Shreckhise sits as the Camp Alleghany Director, along with five phenomenal administrative team members. Together with their staff and counselors, these six leaders effectively operate, maintain, and organize all of the functions of Camp Alleghany for Girls.
Elizabeth Shreckhise
Director
Elizabeth spent ten summers as a ‘Ghany camper beginning at age seven. She then became a Junior Counselor, full-fledged Counselor, and served in leadership roles such as Head of Dance, Unit Head, Head of Junior Camp and then Senior Camp. She was the Assistant Director from 2008-2017, and became the Director at the start of 2018. Elizabeth communicates with parents and oversees all camp activities, program planning, staffing, and professional development. During the off-season she oversees marketing, hiring, communications, program planning, strategy, and more. As a third-generation director, it’s her mission to bring ‘Ghany in to the 21st century while preserving its rich history and traditions. Elizabeth has an MA. in Education and Human Development from George Washington University and was formerly a school counselor. She lives in Staunton, Virginia with her husband Matt and three sons, Mason, Ellis, and Noah. Contact Elizabeth.
Stephanie Astley
Program Director
Stephanie started as a Jr Camper in 1987 and spent 7 summers as a camper at Alleghany before becoming a Junior Counselor in 1994. Stephanie has been on and off staff ever since and has held “almost” every job in camp! She has been a Unit Head, Head of the Waterfront, Midway Mom, Upstart Mom, Head of Senior Camp, Head of the Store, Head Hopper, Mini Camp Counselor, and Assistant Head of Family Camp. She was Director of Family Camp from 2019-2022 where she really hit her stride. Stephanie lives in Charlotte, NC with her two camper daughters, Sarah Helms and Betsy. Contact Stephanie.
Cami Bresee
Director of Marketing and Leadership
Cami was a Camper at ‘Ghany for 8 years, a Mini Camper before that, and spent most of her childhood years attending Family Camp with her parents and sister. She is a Third Generation ‘Ghany Girl who has served as a Junior Counselor, Unit Head, StartUp Mom, and JC Mom throughout her many years along the Greenbrier. After graduating from the University of Miami with a degree in Creative Advertising and Graphic Design, she joined us on the Admin Team as the Leadership Program Coordinator. In 2022 she stepped into her new role as the Director of Marketing and Leadership which combines the planning of the Leadership Programs and direction of Alleghany’s Marketing and Social Media. Contact Cami.
Mary-Curtis Powell
Office Manager
Mary-Curtis Powell is one of four “Smart” family girls who attended Camp Alleghany over various years, beginning with Family Camp as a toddler. After attending as a Junior Camper in the late 80’s/early 90’s, and then working as a counselor in ’98 and ’99, Mary-Curtis returned to camp in 2015 to work as the 2nd Term Office Assistant. In 2024 Mary-Curtis transitioned to our Office Manager position. Prior to working for Camp, Mary-Curtis had a career in Education. Mary-Curtis lives in Richmond, Virginia with her husband, and her three children: a former camper, a future camper, and a future Green Team member. Contact Mary-Curtis
Beth Anne Clark
Outreach Director
Beth Anne (BA) has spent over 50 years as a camper, counselor, Unit Head, Department Head, Upstart Mom, Director of Mini Camp and now as Outreach Director at Camp Alleghany. She is also very active with Camp Alleghany Alumni, remaining joyfully engaged year-round, bringing loyal, veteran alumnae back to work alongside her in varied roles at Camp, including connecting and serving at the L.O.L. Alumni Weekend, enjoying Family Camp together, and more! BA has a Masters and Ph.D. in Education, and recently retired as Dean/University Professor at a NE Ohio university. She gratefully resides just a few miles downriver from camp in Greenbrier County, WV. Contact BA.