Successful Work Weekend at Camp O
By Elizabeth Dirnbeck Volunteer work is a major contributing factor to the success of any organization. This rings true at Camp Ondessonk, as we rely on volunteers to fulfill many…
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By Elizabeth Dirnbeck Volunteer work is a major contributing factor to the success of any organization. This rings true at Camp Ondessonk, as we rely on volunteers to fulfill many…
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By Judy Blase Woodruff Have you ever received a letter with the above salutation? This was how then Camp Director Gene Canavan addressed the first invitations to Camp Ondessonk’s popular…
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Camp Ondessonk has long been a place of adventure, learning, and self-discovery for individuals of all ages. Recently, the Camp has introduced a new initiative that brings the spirit of…
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In the heart of the picturesque Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois lies Camp Ondessonk, where the serenity of nature combines with the warmth of human connection. This year, this…
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By Lucia Hodges In 1964, I had counted the days until Ondessonk’s “Girl’s Season” began during the second half of the summer. Boy campers came for the first six weeks.…
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By Pati Egan Imagine walking down the snow-covered Camp Road by Daniel in the early 1960s and 1970s. The only sound you hear are your boots crunching in the snow. Perhaps…
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