Kids Summer Camp
For over 60 years Camp Ondessonk located in Southern Illinois strives to be the best Kids Summer Camp in the world. Our programming is designed to let a kid simply be a kid in the beautiful setting of the Shawnee National Forest.
Traditional Camp
This is where it all started.
For 60 years, traditional Kids summer camp programs have been the Ondessonk favorite for kids ages 10-15 years old. Learn and perfect skills like canoeing, archery, horseback riding, and more. At night, roast marshmallows over campfires, or play an all-camp game of extreme flashlight tag. Read More |
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Ages 8-9 years old |
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Teaching what matters most
All Kids summer camp programs are modified to best serve the mini-camp age group. With one Ondessonk counselor for every three or four campers, mini campers receive nearly constant guidance and companionship from our caring staff. Read More
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Camp Ondessonk a kids summer camp was recently featured on the new hit television show Small Town Big Deal on RFD-TV. Watch Video |
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Adventure Camps
Programs designed for teenagers.
Camp Ondessonk has specially designed adventure summer camp Christian programming for teenagers including Mountain biking, Backpacking, Horseback Riding, Rock Climbing and River Adventure.
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CIT- Counselors In Training |
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Counselors in Training
Ages: 15 years only
The CIT program is a two-week Christian leadership development session designed to prepare participants for possible future counselor positions. Read More |
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How to apply for a Camp Ondessonk Scholarship
The Gift of Camp
In an effort to make Camp Ondessonk more accessible to children of all economic means, three scholarship opportunities are available. Read More
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