Meet Our Staff

Dear Circle F Family,

We are so excited for camp to start!!! We have been conducting our Administration and Head Counselor training for the past week and we have put together a Fantastic staff for the summer. Introducing your Summer Camp Administration:

Diana Yost – Director: Diana first came to Circle F in 1990 for a Women’s Weekend. Her Jazzercise instructor Deb and her husband Bill owned and operated the camp. She loves coming here. In 1993, she sent her 2 sons for summer camp. They loved it and couldn’t wait to return. She wanted to be a part of it all. Diana was offered to be Head Counselor and spent her first summer at Circle F in 1994. She is entering her 15th summer and 9th as Director. She loves the campers, staff, and Circle F itself. She cannot imagine not being here.

Roger Hanafin – Assistant Director: This will be Roger’s second year as the Assistant Director at Circle F Dude Ranch. Born and raised in California, Roger grew up going to summer camp and has almost 16 years of camp experience as a Camper, Counselor in Training, Counselor, Head Counselor and now as the Assistant Director. Roger graduated Magna Cum Lade from UCLA before meeting his wife Emily. Roger and Emily traveled through Central America and lived in Colorado before settling permanently at the Circle F Dude Ranch where they live full time.

Steven Murray – Program Director: Murray has been part of the Circle F Family since 2000. A graduate of Arkansas State University, Murray has worked as our Head of General Sports, Waterfront, and Rock Wall. He served two years as our Head Counselor before becoming Program Director this summer. Aside from his experience at Circle F, Murray has worked at Saddlebrook Golf and Tennis Resort as a counselor for their S’Kids program. Recently, Murray has begun working during the off season in Wilderness Therapy at Outback Therapeutic Expeditions in Utah.

Briana Lynn Cavion – Girls Head Counselor: This will be Briana’s first year at Circle F Dude Ranch. Bri has worked with children for over 6 years in multiple capacities. Some highlights include: CIT/Counselor at camp Nawakwar camp for underprivileged children in Southern California, teacher/researcher for Spanish integration in Bolivia, Hugh O’Brien youth leadership participant and three year counselor, teacher for street children in Oaxaca, Mexico, Senior counselor for Outback Therapeutic Expeditions in Utah and instructor with Salt Lake City Title 1Pre-K program.

Blake Yost – Boys Head Counselor: Blake has been a part of the Circle F Family since 1992. This will be his ninth summer. He spent six summers as a camper and this is his third as a counselor/administrator. He was the head of waterfront and will be the Head Counselor for the boy’s line this year. Blake attended Valencia College in Orlando and graduated with his AA degree. Having spent time in real estate and then in Rochester, New York, Blake is ready for another fun filled summer at Circle F.
Michael Langieri – Head of Riding: Mike has been part of the Circle F Family since 1992. He was a camper for six summers and this will be his sixth summer as a counselor. He is from Gainesville, FL and is an Environmental Engineering major at the University of Florida. This will be Mike’s fourth summer as head of the horseback riding program, and he looks forward to providing a fun and educational experience for all.

Matt Berg – Head of Rock Wall: This will be Matt’s third year as part of the Circle F Family. Matt was born into a military family and has traveled extensively. Different environments and experiences have taught him how to handle new or difficult situations. He has also found that he loves to meet new people and see new places. Matt first experienced climbing at 14 and loves to climb as much as possible. He enjoys working with children because there’s always something new going on and things to learn.

Joe Fernandez – Head of Paintball: Joe has been part of the Circle F Family since 1999 as both a camper and a counselor. He graduated from the University of South Florida in 2007 with a bachelor’s in communications. Joe has also worked for the city of Tampa’s Park and Recreation department. Joe is a paintball enthusiast and loves all things outdoors.

Luis Navarro – Head of Waterfront: Luis has been part of the Circle F Family since 2001. This is his 3rd summer as a counselor and his first time as head of waterfront. Luis has lived in Miami up until this last year when he moved to Utah. Luis’s passion is the movies and will be moving to LA at the end of summer to pursue a career in Hollywood.

Getta Lombard – Video/Photography: Getta has been part of the Circle F Family since 1991. She attended Saint Leo University, graduated in 2003, and currently teaches middle school science and math. While at Circle F, Getta was a camper for 7 years, and then became a counselor. She has taught horseback riding for several years, been office manager and Women’s Head Counselor. This year she is taking on a new challenge with the video and camp photography.

We can't wait to see you!!!