Camp Directors

Sparrow directors are experienced camp professionals staff who work diligently to prepare and organize the various areas in camp. Our Directors work together through the year to plan the summer, register our fantastic campers and hire our amazing staff.

Brendan Turner

Executive Director

As someone who has spent every summer at camp since I was 6, I know that camp can be a wonderful place for kids to grow. For me, that love of camp turned into 25 years working as a staff member at different camps before coming to Sparrow Lake this year.

Having worked my way up from a ropes course staff to Associate Director at Camp White Pine, and then to Program Manager and Executive Director of Camp Quality Canada, a national organization that runs many camps for kids with cancer; I’ve never stopped appreciating what makes camp great. As a Camp Director, that means that we as staff provide a place where kids can have an amazing time being their best selves. For me as a parent, that means making sure every child feels safe, cared for, and encouraged to grow and make friends.

I want to thank you for trusting us at Sparrow Lake to take care of the most important people in your lives.

Jon Fredrick (They/HE)

Associate Director - Operations and Administration

Camp is a place where everyone can be their authentic selves—free from the expectations and pressures of everyday life. As a non-binary person and proud member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, I understand the importance of having a space where you are fully accepted, just as you are.

For over 40 years, camp experiences have shaped who I am today. At camp, I’ve built friendships that have lasted a lifetime, learned to appreciate the beauty of nature, and developed a deep respect for our planet. Living in close community taught me the value of empathy, acceptance, and understanding in resolving conflicts. And most meaningfully, camp is where I met my wife, Amanda. Our children, Sydney and Cooper, are now enthusiastic campers themselves!

I joined Sparrow Lake Camp in November 2019 after many years as the Sailing Office Manager at the Royal Canadian Yacht Club. Before that, I served as the Financial and Logistics Administrator for Camp Ahmek and Camp Wapomeo of the Taylor Statten Camps.

Thank you for your interest in Sparrow Lake Camp — a place where everyone belongs. We hope to see you this summer!