Austen Scammon

Program Director

austen@clydehurst.com 406.294.0394 ext: 0

My Clydehurst story began in 2016, and over the past 10 years, camp has become a place that feels deeply like home. I’ve had the joy of serving in a variety of roles: two summers as a counselor, three as an Assistant Program Director, four as the Event Coordinator, and now as Program Director. Each role has shaped me and given me a front-row seat to the incredible work God is doing here.

What I love most about camp is the lifelong relationships that grow out of it. God does such a cool work knitting hearts together when people unite around a shared mission, to be tangible expressions of His love. Pair that with unforgettable experiences, laughter, and a whole lot of fun, and it’s the perfect recipe for deep, lasting friendships.

There are far too many favorite camp traditions to choose from, but a few highlights include volleyball tournaments, early morning meetings by the fire with a cup of coffee, tubing down the river, and stargazing on clear Montana nights. When snack time rolls around, popcorn always hits, but an affogato made with hard ice cream and caramel sauce is next-level good.

A fun fact most people don’t know: during college, I was an official (paid!) ice cream taste tester for Blue Bunny headquarters; arguably excellent job training for camp life.

If I weren’t working at camp, I’d be chasing one of many “dream jobs” such as a European travel guide, marine biologist for a large aquarium, world-wide food vlogger, or even hosting a show like The Amazing Race. Outside of Clydehurst, I’m especially passionate about fishkeeping. I have several fish tanks and a pond at home and love the mix of science, art, and beauty that comes with caring for freshwater fish.