Sue Filek - President 

Sue grew up in Summerland and lived here most of her life. She enjoyed a 33 year career as an Occupational Therapist working in private practice and in employee health and safety for Interior Health.  

She is married with 3 grown children, is recently retired and loves gardening, running/biking/hiking, and traveling. 

​She has volunteered extensively within the community in the past, joined the ALC board in 2019 and is eager to contribute to such an important community resource. ​

Jim Ongena - Vice President

​Jim is not a man who sets limits or lives by convention.  Whether he is soaring above Aspen in his paraglider, kayaking down a wild river in Canada, ski mountaineering in the Alps, or climbing a rock face in California, Jim is living his message.  He believes that risk taking and success are linked and that anyone can achieve levels of success far beyond their perceived limits.  Jim lives with his wife Toni, in Summerland.  Jim is also an avid golfer and loves to sit around the fire or be onstage with his guitar. 

Pat Cook - Treasurer/Secretary

​Pat moved to Summerland from Port Moody in 2003, with her husband and three sons.  She calls Summerland home now.   Pat spent 25 years as a Financial Advisor for BC Credit Unions.   Pat has served on Summerland’s Action Fest board for several years.  She loves to swim year around, and walk throughout our beautiful town.​

Ken Rae - Director

My family and I moved to Summerland in 1977 and quickly became enamoured with the area.  In addition to farming a small orchard I worked in the construction industry for 45+ years; holding a number of positions within that sector. I feel fortunate to have volunteered in a number of organizations which included The Summerland Kinsmen Club, The Summerland Golf Club, Parkdale Place Housing Society, Softball B.C., The Summerland Youth Centre Society, and The Summerland Hospital Care Auxiliary.

As a new Director in 2024, I welcome the challenge to work and move forward with The Agur Lake Camp Society. The Camp has a tremendous history and I hope to be a part of its continued success.​

Joel Raitt - Director

Joel grew up in Summerland and has recently moved back with his wife who is expecting to be closer to family. 

He's owned his own business for the last 10+ years and is mostly focused online in fun niches like cycling, golf, wine and fishing - all things he enjoys.

Joel loves the Summerland life, being outdoors and thinks it should be accessible for everyone.

Randy Boras - Director & Volunteer Property Manager

Randy is a professional civil engineer and planner. He grew up in Southern Alberta but spent many summers in the beautiful Okanagan. He has over 30 years as a municipal engineering consultant, helping grow the firm across Western Canada as a partner, manager and board member. Randy has designed and managed many projects that helped improve accessibility: on roads, on sidewalks, in buildings and more.

In 2016 the beautiful Okanagan drew him and his wife Lyse back again, this time to live in Penticton where he is semi-retired and she is a successful landscape painter. Randy has served on numerous City committees and advisory groups, and most recently was appointed to the Accessibility Task Force.

In his spare time, he enjoys carpentry, cycling, kayaking, and hiking the amazing trails of the south Okanagan with his wonderful wife, and visiting their two grown children abroad.​

Patti Biggs - Director

More to come.

Pexildah Chilufya - Director

Greetings! Today, I have the pleasure of introducing you to Pexildah Chilufya, a remarkable individual who has dedicated her life to community health work. Originally from Zambia, Pexildah has spent the past decade residing in the beautiful Okanagan region.
 
Pexildah's passion for improving the well-being of others led her to pursue a career as a Community Health Worker. With her extensive knowledge and expertise, she has made a significant impact on the lives of countless individuals within her community. Through her compassionate nature and unwavering commitment, Pexildah has become a trusted advocate for health and wellness.
 
Pexildah Chilufya's life journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to the well-being of others. Through her work as a Community Health Worker and her personal interests in gardening, site seeing, and traveling, she continues to inspire those around her. Her impact on the community and her passion for making a difference serve as an inspiration to us all.

CAMP STAFF

Debbie Schneider - Office Manager

Debbie began work in the Society office in December 2016. Debbie moved to Summerland from Whitehorse, Yukon in November 2010 where she and her family spent 9 years. Debbie has many years previous office experience in both Whitehorse and Kamloops, BC.

​Debbie and her family fully enjoyed their years spent in the North and cherish the fond memories they created there, but were very happy to relocate to the sunny, warm Okanagan! Debbie is married with two children.​

Wally & Julie Gaal, Campground Operators

Wally & Julie are long time residents of the Okanagan.  Wally even spent some of his childhood in Summerland!  Both are retired and enjoy camping (imagine that), the outdoors, spending time with friends & family and travelling.  If you are at the camp this summer, you will meet two of the friendliest humans ever!  ​

Campground Assistant - Mike Gaal​

Toni Clark, Volunteer Bookkeeper & Fundraising

​Toni has lived in the Okanagan Valley since 1964, moving between communities but not wanting to leave.  She is happiest enjoying many of the outdoor activities possible in this four-season environment.  Her education in Recreation Management allowed her to focus primarily working for Non-Profits, and when not working for them, volunteering in some capacity. 

​Agur Lake Camp Society embodies everything she wants to support, and provides exactly the blend of a challenge and opportunity she enjoys. ​

Ken Carlson - Firewood Coordinator, former Volunteer Property Manager

​Ken Carlson, born in Cranbrook, has a lifetime of work experience in BC. He started as a gas pipe fitter for the Inland Natural Gas company, and then became manager and owner of several plumbing companies. He has run a vineyard, been a relief gas inspector, and been clerk of works in two mechanical upgrades projects.

​Ken is an active volunteer in his community, he has sat on the board of directors of four community organizations, and been chairman for two of them. He is a member of the Penticton Curling Club, Skaha Meadows Golf Club and the Penticton Adventurers Club. He and his wife, Marjorie have two boys and a girl, and are grandparents to seven.​

Honourary Life Members

Bonnar Dowler - Founder
Brad Hope
Chuck Edwards
Linda Galpin
Penny Ritchie
Peter Armstrong
Sheri Macdonald
Susan McIver
Beth Bonten