Hello! I'm Garrett Sieloff, Camp Director at VFW Camp Trotter. I'm a U.S. Coast Guard veteran, and parent of two young children with my wife, Emily. I hold a Master of Science in Community Sustainability from Michigan State University, and I bring a combination of operational leadership, youth development experience, and a deep commitment to service-oriented programming to this role. During my Coast Guard service as an Operations Specialist, I participated in life-saving search and rescue missions, coordinated emergency response efforts with local, state, and federal agencies, and managed supply procurement and asset readiness for my command center. That experience taught me how to manage risk, communicate clearly under pressure, maintain regulatory compliance, and ensure team safety in high-stakes environments. These skills translate directly to licensed camp operations and keeping kids safe.

My connection to camping runs deep. I grew up attending Boy Scout summer camps and earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2009. I went on to work professionally at both residential and day camps, where I supervised youth, supported seasonal staff, and contributed to safe, structured programming. These experiences gave me a firsthand understanding of what makes camp meaningful, and what it takes to run one well. As a parent and former service member, I understand the challenges military families face and the positive role camp can play in a child's development. I'm committed to honoring Camp Trotter's legacy while ensuring the camp remains accessible, affordable, and excellent for generations to come. I'm grateful to be here, and I look forward to welcoming your family to camp.