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Author: Tony Vrooman

The Soundtrack of Camp

The Soundtrack of Camp

The songs of Camp Ondessonk have long served as the soundtrack of summer, echoing through the trees, across Lake Echon, and in the moments that make Camp feel like home.…
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A Legacy of Land Stewardship

A Legacy of Land Stewardship

By Dr. Evan Coulson We are excited to share that our first year of implementing Camp Ondessonk’s 10-Year Forest Management Plan has been successful! Our goal has been simple: to…
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Building Confidence, One Campfire at a Time: The Hidden Benefits of Summer Camp

Building Confidence, One Campfire at a Time: The Hidden Benefits of Summer Camp

From Shy to Shining: How Camp Ondessonk Transforms Self-Esteem When Sarah dropped her 11-year-old daughter off at Camp Ondessonk for the first time, she watched nervously as her typically reserved…
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Why Unplugged Summers Are the Best Summers: The Power of Screen-Free Camp Life

Why Unplugged Summers Are the Best Summers: The Power of Screen-Free Camp Life

Picture this: Your child isn’t begging for their phone. They’re not hunched over a screen, scrolling through endless feeds or battling in yet another video game. Instead, they’re laughing around…
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Mother Daughter Weekend – October 3-5, 2025

Mother Daughter Weekend – October 3-5, 2025

By Judy Blase Woodruff It was a very warm and sunny October weekend when 225 moms and daughters (and some grandmas and aunts) drove down the Camp Road to enjoy…
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Faith, Nature, and Growth: How Faith-Based Camps Shape Character and Compassion

Faith, Nature, and Growth: How Faith-Based Camps Shape Character and Compassion

When a child stands at the edge of a lake at sunrise, preparing for morning prayer surrounded by ancient pines, something profound happens. The natural world becomes a cathedral, and…
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