Alex Alvarado
Nickname: Scoober
Hometown: Highland, IL
Age: 21
University: Southern Illinois University of Edwardsville
Major: Psychology
How long I've been at Lakewood: 12 years as a camper, 5 years as staff
Sports/Hobbies:Biking, swimming, tennis, kayaking, alligator wrestling, walking backwards, flying jet planes and walking on tight ropes.
Why I chose to work at Lakewood this summer: Because I love working with kids and I'm not ready to grow up and get a job yet.
My dream job: I would love to work in a button factory.
Future career: I want to be a child family therapist.
How I chose my nickname: It's kind of like Scooby Doo only cooler and more original
The best part about camp/kids: All the cool people you get to meet while you are here. I might be the coolest person at camp so I guess I'm the best part about camp. :)
One thing children will remember most about me: My Berries and Cream Dance! And, my passion for saving the endangered baby seals!
AUGUST 14-16, 2009
So you've been off in the "real world." As many perks as it may have, it's just not the same as being at YMCA of the Ozarks. Your days here were spent with good friends and activities you never thought you'd have the opportunity to try. Now you can come back to where some of your best memories are preserved.
We invite all our alums to our annual YMCA of the Ozarks Alumni Reunion ... Learn more
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