A Note to Campers and Families, August 8, 2025:
As we close this summer camp season, our hearts are overflowing. 165 children found adventure and joy across six unforgettable sessions, from our tiniest Day Campers here on 7B Ranch to our intrepid Teen Backpackers in the Trinity Alps.
Directors Barefoot Boss Maria, Drew and Solomon led us through days of wild adventures and challenges, while our evenings gathered us at campfires — rowdy with laughter, then soft with songs as each cabin nest settled into peaceful sleep. Thank you to every camper, family, and staff member who made this summer a true celebration!
- Josie and Farmer John and the LCC Staff
Josie Brown is the visionary founder of the camp, following in the foot steps of her father, blending outdoor adventure with creative learning. Driven by her lifelong passion for youth, her leadership inspires campers and staff to grow, explore, and thrive together every single day.
"Farmer John" Brown is a beloved part of our summer camp and 7B ranch. He takes the campers on exciting hayrides, helps campers feed cows and appreciate ranch life. He ends each day singing old folk songs at campfire, creating unforgettable memories for everyone to enjoy together.
Maria Vollmar, our Camp Director, also known as the Barefoot Boss, has been part of camp life since 2013 when she arrived as a teen backpacker. A UC Davis Wildlife Conservation graduate, Maria inspires every person around her to care about our Earth. Oh yes, and without a doubt, she is also a very accomplished artist and spellbinding storyteller!
Hope Reinman, our Chief Chef and Kitchen Manager fills our summer camp days with incredible meals made from local meats, fresh salads, and a special dessert each day. With snacks always at the ready, she keeps campers energized and happy.
Her daily wisdom, warmth, and love nourish our entire community just as much as her unforgettable food. You'll get to try her Sloppy Josie's here at camp.
LOST COAST CAMP
since 1997
Jack Brown, is a LCC Board member and Administrative Assistant,and also has been a Teen Backpack Trip leader. In 2022, he guided Lost Coast Camp’s very difficult move to our brand-new site on his family’s 7B Ranch. He continues to serve on our Board of Directors.
Jack’s two children, Shamsi (15) and Zina (11), have been part of the camp community since their early days as Day Camp Trailblazers.
Solomon Reinman, Teen Leadership Director and Administration Assistant, has been part of Lost Coast Camp since age five. A U C SantaCruz Computer Science, Mathmatics and Bioinformatics graduate, he loves rock climbing and surfing the Pacific. Solomon excels at guiding teens into the wilderness and has also advanced camp operations by introducing new administrative technology, helping the team work smarter and better.
Drew Duncan is our Assistant Director and Admin Assistant. She brings a mix of Southern warmth and West Coast energy to our camp community. She holds a Master’s in College Student Service Administration from Oregon State University and a Bachelor’s in Psychology from Louisiana State University. During the school year, she is a Certified Wellness Coach at a middle school in Eureka, supporting students as they navigate school and life. Whether at camp or at home, her trusty sidekick Clover is never far behind.