Karen’s commitment to Tall Pines began in 1996, the first year, when she was part of the Horseback Riding staff. The following year, she became the Horseback Riding Director. She attended SUNY Morrisville and dual-majored in Equine Studies and Agricultural Business. Later, she attended Rowan University, where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Special Education and eventually her Master’s Degree in Student Personnel Services (Guidance).

Karen currently teaches special education at Voorhees Middle School. She enjoys seeing many Voorhees Middle School students attend camp and mature into counselors. Karen continues to pursue her own riding goals outside of camp. She lives in Clayton with her husband and daughter, Holly, who grew up at Tall Pines.