Unlike many camps, horseback riding has always been included in our summer camps at no extra charge. Our campers cherish the memories and experiences provided by our

beloved herd of 75+ horses, and our enthusiastic, dedicated riding instructors. Most of all, Camp Ondessonk is blessed to have many volunteers who have given their time, talent and treasure to build our excellent CHA-accredited program.

Did you know that a single horse...

• Eats more than $100 of feed and hay in a year?

 

• Requires $175 in vet care to stay healthy

and prevent diseases such as the deadlyWest Nile virus?

 

• Needs equipment (saddles, blankets, bridles) that requires routine maintenance and replacement?

 

• Must have routine hoof care that costs at least $50 a year?

 

In today’s world, the price of excellence is skyrocketing. We grow much of our herd’s hay, but our program incurs many other costs that quickly add up. Camp Ondessonk is growing, and we want to build on the success of our 50-year-old showcase Equestrian Program.

 

Adopting a Horse is a great way to make a difference in the lives of thousands of Camp Ondessonk campers. For the adoption fee, adopters provide for food, veterinary care, equipment maintenance and replacement, and other needs for the horse of their choice.

 

Adoptions are renewed yearly. Please join our Supporters!

 

Click here to see pictures of our herd!

 

STABLE BENEFACTOR ($1,000 Level)

As a Camp Ondessonk Stable Benefactor, you will receive:

• Sole sponsorship of your adopted horse

• A certificate of adoption

• An 8”x10” framed color photo of your horse

• Recognition on a plaque in the barn

• One weekend stay for 4 people at the St. Noel Center

• A commemorative horse shoe

• A digital image of your horse

• Regular blog update from Camp about your horse

 

STABLE SPONSOR ($500 Level)

As a Camp Ondessonk Stable Sponsor, you will receive:

• Sole sponsorship of your adopted horse

• A certificate of adoption

• An 8”x10” framed color photo of your horse

• A commemorative horse shoe

• A digital image of your horse

• Regular blog update from Camp about your

horse

STABLE PATRON ($250 Level)

As a Camp Ondessonk Stable Patron, you will receive:

• A certificate of adoption

• A 5”x7” framed color photo of your horse

• A commemorative horse shoe

• A digital image of your horse

• Regular blog update from Camp about your horse

 

If you would like to Adopt a Horse, please download an adoption form and mail it to:

Camp Ondessonk

Adopt a Horse Program

3760 Ondesssonk Rd.

Ozark IL 62972