GVRC Inducts new members in to the Camper Hall of Fame

The Board of Directors of Genesee Valley Rotary Camp had their annual dinner and celebration at Camp last week Before the Board gathering, the Officers of the Board attended a very special ceremony – the induction of the 2026 class of the Michelle Oulton GVRC Camper Hall of Fame.

This award honors Michelle Oulton, a GVRC Camper who has lived her life through fierce self-advocacy, perseverance, determination and community service. The award is given to GVRC campers who have distinguished themselves with their own perseverance, determination and advocacy. Our Hall of Fame inductees are living proof of GVRC’s motto, “Everyone Has Potential,” and have shown how strength in the face of adversity can inspire a life of service to others.

The 2026 Inductees

Mary Jo Acomb (Dansville): Mary Jo was a camper in the late 1970s into the early 1980s, after which she joined GVRC’s staff. She is now a Program Director at Hillside Children’s Center.

Michael Hoag (Dansville): Michael was a camper in 1976 and joined GVRC’s staff in 1977 at age 15. He worked as a surveyor for NYS. He and his wife, Sue, work tirelessly year after year for GVRC, from their annual GVRC Golf tournament to countless other selfless acts of support. Mike embodies all the amazing impact that camp has had on thousands of people in the Genesee Valley!

Raquel (Pierce) Kasperski (Olean/Belmont): Raquel was a camper from 1977-1983 and joined GVRC’s staff, serving from 1984-1993. She works as a clerk at Dresser-Rand and married Tony in 1998.

Jon Mahany (Dansville): Jon was a camper from 1995-2005 and joined GVRC’s staff in 2006, teaching PE alongside Tom, and returned again in 2021. He grew up on a farm, started his own business, and has owned a gravel pit since 2018. Jon continues to support GVRC in countless ways (from food to delivering giant bales of hay that is used around camp!)

Destinie Quick (Bath) — posthumous: Destinie was a camper from 1999-2010 and was preparing to join GVRC’s staff. Arts & Crafts was her favorite activity, and she had a special bond with counselor Ms. Jamie. Destinie’s mom, Heather, accepted the award. Camp continues to remember her and the light she brought to all of us!

Dennis Whitmore (Penn Yan/Perry): Dennis was a camper from 1963-1966. He went on to work in manufacturing in Rochester and in management, and has volunteered for the Boy Scouts of America, earning the Silver Beaver Award for service. He remembers Riflery and his first counselor, Jim, who taught astronomy. In 1969, GVRC had 24 campers.

Congratulations to the inductees!