CAMP WESLEY PINES STAFF
Chap Fenwick
Executive Director
Our Executive Director, Chap Fenwick, was hired in August 2019. He is originally from Kosciusko and a graduate of Mississippi State University (Hail State!). With over a decade of experience in camping ministry, Chap is passionate about seeing relationships grow within the body of Christ while at camp. He and his wife, Kelly, live on the grounds with their three children, Jack, Claire and Sam – as well as their dog, Scout. On any given day, you might find Chap trying his absolute best to be a lumberjack, singing his kids’ favorite songs from Encanto, attempting to stay in what he calls “decent shape”, or eating his favorite dish, biscuits and gravy.
Favorite canteen snack: Mountain Dew and Peanut M&Ms
Dillon Harrison
Program Director
Dillon claims Houston, MS as his hometown! A Mississippi State grad with a degree in Computer Engineering, Dillon entered camping ministry in 2016 and joined Wesley Pines in August of 2021. He loves the outdoors outside of work, too – most of his free time consists of hiking, rock climbing, and gardening!
Favorite canteen snack: Blue Bell Dutch Chocolate ice cream
Lindsey Epperson
hospitality@wesleypines.com
Hospitality Director
Lindsey joined our staff in September of 2023! A Byram native, Lindsey graduated from Mississippi College. She enjoys spending time with her husband, Wes, and son, Julian. You’ll find her painting (especially Christmas ornaments!), being outside, and going to the beach in her spare time!
Favorite canteen snack: Dr. Pepper & Butterfinger
Mel Heard
Food Service Director
A lifelong resident of Gallman, MS, Mel graduated from Hinds CC Culinary School with a degree in culinary arts! When he joined the team at Wesley Pines in January 2022, Mel brought over a dozen years of culinary experience with him. His wife, Indra, daughters Skye and Makenzie, and son, Wilhelm, all consider camp their home away from home. Outside of the kitchen, Mel likes to sketch, paint, carve wood, and garden – a perfect fit for camp!
Favorite canteen snack: Snickers ice cream bars
Anthony Berch
Maintenance Director
Anthony’s been working for Wesley Pines since 2010! After graduating from Co-Lin and attending Mississippi State, he started becoming a guru of all things maintenance here at camp. Anthony loves serving at CWP because he believes there’s no higher calling than helping others! When he’s not improving the campgrounds, Anthony enjoys spending time with his wife (Christa) and two girls (Lily and Ella) and playing video games.
Favorite canteen snack: Mountain Dew & Reese’s
Kaden Hitchcock
Property & Grounds Assistant
Hailing from Oxford, MS, Kaden has been with Wesley Pines since January of 2023! He and his wife Katie have been married since 2022. A graduate of the University of Mississippi (Go Rebs!), Kaden has a degree in Sport & Recreation Administration. Kaden has nine years of camping ministry under his belt, and he enjoys seeing how God shows Himself through nature and challenging activities. You’ll often catch Kaden rock-hounding, learning random animal facts, and educating others about the environment.
Favorite canteen snack: Airhead Xtremes & Mellow Yellow
Katie Hitchcock
Administrative Assistant
Katie comes to camp from Oxford, MS, and joined Wesley Pines in January of 2023! She and her husband Kaden live with their two pups, Mazie and Muffin. Katie graduated from the Unviersity of Mississippi with a degree in Sport & Recreation Administration! She has been in the world camping ministry for two years, and she finds joy in adventuring and finding new ways to appreciate God’s creation. In her free time, Katie is typically crocheting, fossil hunting, or gardening.
Favorite canteen snack: Snickers ice cream & purple Powerade
Rose Scott
Housekeeper/Kitchen Staff
Rose is from Crystal Springs, MS! She joined Wesley Pines staff in 2021. Outside of camp, Rose enjoys spending time in the great outdoors. She’s fond of tending to her garden, fishing, hunting, and caring for wildlife – occasionally, she’ll even keep creatures she encounters as pets! More than anything, Rose loves being at camp because it gives her an opportunity to put a smile on others’ faces by serving them delicious food.
Evan Wesson
evanwesson27@gmail.com
Communications & Outreach Director
Evan joined as part-time staff in January 2022 after previously doing freelance photography & videography for Wesley Pines! He’s originally from Ocean Springs, MS and graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a degree in Communications. Evan worked in camping ministry for six years before moving to Wesley Pines! When he’s not tinkering with the website, Evan’s typically taking his camera for a walk, making people laugh, playing video games, or enjoying Marvel movies & comics.
Favorite canteen snack: wild cherry Pepsi & Reese’s
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