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Author: Tony Vrooman

Staff Citations

Staff Citations – The Early Years

By Pati Egan One award that has withstood the test of time is Staff Citations. These awards have undergone changes but are still valued by the staff who receive them.…
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The O C Campers- Chicago Skyline 1970

The O C Campers

By Pati Egan, The 1970s brought the first Campers from Chicago, Ill. These are the Original Chicago Campers! I recently Instant Messaged three O C All Stars – Mary Tuscher…
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Home, Home On The Range – The Rifle Range That Is!

Home, Home On The Range – The Rifle Range That Is!

By Pati Egan The first year Camp opened, boys were taught the safe use of .22 rifles at the Rifle Range. The Range location has remained the same since 1959!…
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The Countdown To Summer Has Officially Begun- Camp Ondessonk

The Countdown To Summer Has Officially Begun

The countdown to summer has officially begun! We’re thrilled to announce that Camp Ondessonk’s 2025 Summer Camp registration opens Tuesday, October 1st, and we’ve got some incredible Early Bird Specials…
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No Computers Camp Ondessonk Vinatage photo at Cedar Falls

No computers…No Cell Phones…No Way!

By Pati Egan I wonder how all of us would do if we were dropped into Camp Ondessonk and the only technology was from the 1960s to the mid-1990s? In…
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Queen Lili'uokalani, Queen Victoria, Christmas in July, and Other Fun Weekly Special Activities

Queen Lili’uokalani, Queen Victoria, Christmas in July, and Other Fun Weekly Special Activities

By Pati Egan Wednesday lunch was special in the 1970s and 1980s. Staff and campers celebrated a Special Day each week. It all started with Christmas in July (July 25th).…
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