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Faith, Character, and Service: What Camp Ondessonk Taught My Daughter (And Me)

Faith, Character, and Service: What Camp Ondessonk Taught My Daughter (And Me)

I’m not ashamed to admit it: I cried on the drive home from Camp Ondessonk the first time I dropped off my daughter. Not in front of her, of course.…
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Looking Ahead to 2026

Looking Ahead to 2026

By Jennifer Tyler Get your calendar ready for 2026! You do not want to miss these opportunities to celebrate Camp Ondessonk and support our mission. Trivia Night Saturday, March 7,…
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Giving Tuesday 2025: A Day of Generosity That Will Support Campers for Years to Come

Giving Tuesday 2025: A Day of Generosity That Supports Campers for Years to Come

On December 2, 2025, the Camp Ondessonk Community came together in a powerful way, united in support of Camp’s mission. This Giving Tuesday, 119 friends of Camp joined the movement…
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From the Director's Desk- Building Trades and a Builder’s Farewell

From the Director’s Desk- Building Trades and a Builder’s Farewell

Dear Camp Friend,  Early last spring, a metal storage shed near the dining hall was violently blown into the woods during a storm. The shed was a 2017 Camp Ondessonk Gala auction item acquired by Camp Friends, Marge and Tom Downey. With no need for a shed at their…
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Two girls smiling outdoors in summer dresses.

Finding the Right Summer Camp for Your Child’s Unique Personality

Let me tell you something I’ve learned after years of watching parents navigate summer camp decisions: the glossy brochures with zip lines and pristine lakes? They matter way less than…
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Camp Mission and Values: Why They Matter More Than Location and Price

Camp Mission and Values: Why They Matter More Than Location and Price

The Emerging Trend Transforming How Families Choose Summer Camp When Sarah began searching for a summer camp for her 11-year-old daughter, Emma, she started where most parents do: typing “summer…
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