Camp Ondessonk sets aside two special camp programs exclusively for The Loyal Lodge of Ondessonk & Tekakwitha members.
Lodge Fellowship Camp
Age Range: 11-15 years old
Prerequisite: Must be an active member of The Lodge of Ondessonk & Tekakwitha (Lodge dues are current).
Active members of The Loyal Lodge of Ondessonk & Tekakwitha are invited to a week of Traditional Coed Camp, staying with only other active Lodge members. Participants in the Lodge Fellowship Camp will enjoy all the normal Traditional Coed Camp activities, such as horseback riding, archery, riflery, council, swimming, nature exploration, handicrafts, woodscraft, canoeing/kayaking, campfires, an overnight campout, and more.
On Friday, those who participate in this program will have a special Lodge Member social event and activity, as well as participate in a service project to give back to the place they love. Campers in this program will also be eligible for their Black Cross Arrowhead, only given to a select few each summer. This week is perfect for campers who want to have the traditional camp experience, but only stay with Lodge members.
Lodge Camp
Age Range: 12-15 years old
Prerequisite: Must be an active member of The Loyal Lodge of Ondessonk & Tekakwitha (Lodge dues are current)
Active members of The Loyal Lodge of Ondessonk & Tekakwitha are invited to a special week of Camp that will be different from anything they have experienced. Participants in Lodge Camp will enjoy special activities and new renditions of the classic activities they are used to, while living in a unit of only Lodge Members and led by the Lodge Officials. Sample activities include natural rock climbing, tie-dying, swimming parties, shooting flaming arrows, a special stables activity, a role in the Lodge Ceremony on Thursday, and more. This week is perfect for a returning camper who is looking to try different activities while still enjoying the traditional camp style they love.
