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Category: Camp Ondessonk

What is a Prescribed Burn? Understanding Fire's Role in Conservation

What is a Prescribed Burn? Understanding Fire’s Role in Conservation 

For over 60 years, Camp Ondessonk has been committed to preserving and enhancing the natural landscapes of the Shawnee National Forest. One of the most effective land management tools in…
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A Parent's Guide to Sending Your Child to Sleep-Away Camp for the First Time

A Parent’s Guide to Sending Your Child to Sleep-Away Camp for the First Time

Sending your child to sleep-away camp for the first time is an exciting milestone. Still, it can also bring about a wave of emotions for parents and children. Will they…
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Why Summer Camp Should Be on Your Family's Must-Do List This Year

Why Summer Camp Should Be on Your Family’s Must-Do List This Year

As a parent, you want your child to have an unforgettable summer filled with fun, adventure, and meaningful experiences. That’s precisely what they’ll find at Camp Ondessonk—a place where kids…
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Future Planning Helped Keep the Gates Open

The History of Unit Cheers

By Pati Egan Any parent who has picked up their camper on Saturday will agree that the Unit Cheer will be done at least two or three dozen times between…
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Catherine Limkeman Achieves Level 4 Equine Facility Manager Certification

Catherine Limkeman Achieves Level 4 Equine Facility Manager Certification

Camp Ondessonk proudly announces that our Equestrian Director, Catherine Limkeman, has earned the prestigious Level 4 Equine Facility Manager (EFM) Certification through the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA). This incredible achievement…
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The Importance of Mini Camp for Youth Development at Camp Ondessonk

The Importance of Mini Camp for Youth Development at Camp Ondessonk

For more than 60 years, Camp Ondessonk has been a place where children form lasting friendships, build confidence, and develop a love for the great outdoors. Our Mini Camp programs…
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