Gettin' some rays. Photo: Marty

Name:

Sam Wittke

Nickname:

Seven Eleven

Where are you from?

Born and raised straight outta Brighton UT.

How many years have you been digging for Windells?

This is my first year digging for them. I can't believe that I haven't already!

Why do you do it?

I have been working park crew at Brighton for 5 years and loved it. I decided to come out to Windells with Everest Arnold (who worked Brighton's park crew with me) to help build an awesome park. Hopefully the campers feel that it is.

Whats your favorite part of camp?

My favorite part is the snowboarding. I have been riding for 11 years and always wanted to come out. I also love hangin' with the digger crew because they be hollerin'!

A little night sesh. Photo: Meghan Kirk

What's your favorite part about being on hill?

I love seeing how my new friends put all their athleticism into their styles. I love to see the pros and the campers shredding our park.

What has been your best experience working as a digger?

Riding with the diggers and hanging out at the Ark. Fun Times.

What has been your worst experience working as a digger?

Hurting my shoulder, Austin' Montreal's shoulder injury and Max's broken leg. Injuries suck to see.

What would you be doing if you weren't at camp for the summer?

I would have been bussing tables for a restaurant back home for tips, son!

Tell me about Ark Life.

It's chillin', and chillin' hard. I've just been rapping, laughing with friends, playing skate, and meeting more people than I could've imagined!

Whats the funniest thing you've ever done to a camper?

We all made one camper shotgun a soda for a free digger dog. That was funny.