International Staff Member Keeps Camp O Close to His Heart
Many campers and staff travel far from home when they come to Camp Ondessonk, but few traveled as far as Jesus Villate did when he was on staff. Known as…
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Many campers and staff travel far from home when they come to Camp Ondessonk, but few traveled as far as Jesus Villate did when he was on staff. Known as…
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Two organizations generously supported Camp Ondessonk’s Scholarship Fund to help children in the Metro Area enjoy a week in the woods. The first, Blueprint4, is a St. Louis-based group that…
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A recent report released by the Child Mind Institute confirms a long-held belief of many in the Camp Community: Kids benefit from spending time outdoors. Researchers agree that while the…
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Canoeing on the Wabash River was both fun and challenging. The original staff were Suzy (Munn) Mahoney, Jen (Jansen) Brennan, and the late Joe Bushue.
By Judy Blase Woodruff Forty-five years ago, Jim Richter was persuaded by Lavern Kuhl and Vince Wesselmann to volunteer at Camp Ondessonk. It began a legacy that remains today with…
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With summer camp quickly approaching, don’t miss out on your chance to hike at Camp Ondessonk this May. We will close our gates to the public on May 19, 2023,…
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