Why Camp Ondessonk is Leading the Way with a Prescribed Burn in 2025 Camp Ondessonk, nestled in the heart of Southern Illinois, is taking a proactive approach to environmental stewardship…
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Sending your child to summer camp for the first time is a big step—for both of you! It’s a milestone filled with excitement, growth and a little bit of nervousness.…
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Join us on Saturday, April 5, 2025, for Camp Ondessonk’s 15th Annual Trail Races – this year with a spring backdrop! Breathtaking blossoms and colors will be on display throughout…
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Take part in a powerful morning of prayer, reflection, and spiritual renewal at Camp Ondessonk on April 5. “Outdoor Way of the Cross – A Lenten Reflection for Families” is…
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For generations, Camp Ondessonk has been a place where children grow, explore, and form lifelong friendships. It’s where confidence is built, adventure is embraced, and memories are made. But for…
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By Pati Egan The 1975 staff was significant compared to those in the 1980s and 90s. There were two distinct staff. Camp had six weeks of Boys’ Camp and six…
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