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Annual Open House and Homecoming – Saturday, June 1, 2019, 11:00am-4: 00 pm Join us to commence our 60th summer of “teaching what matters most.” A BBQ lunch will be served…

Become a CHA certified instructor!  English and Western Instructor Certification in One Clinic! Becoming a part of the Certified Horsemanship Association gives you credibility and gives future employers a solid…

The First Time Camper Open House is the best way to introduce potential campers (and nervous parents) to the Ondessonk experience. Families will have a chance to meet leadership staff, take…

This year we have added a SPRING family camp to give families an opportunity to come to camp for a weekend of family fun and experience a taste of summer camp with…

Camp Ondessonk sets aside one weekend each year for this specialty weekend designed for the guys.  Men are invited to join us for Father-Son Weekend, a weekend of hiking through…

Lodge Spring Workshop- April 12-14, 2019  Spring Lodge Reunion is a service-focused experience at camp.  Reunite with friends as you help Camp Ondessonk prepare for the upcoming summer!  Lodge members will…

Wildflowers, Waterfalls and Wineries Weekend: April 5-7, 2019 There are many impressive waterfalls within a short hike or drive from Camp beyond Pakentuck and Phantom’s Canyon.  Learn where these hidden…

          Please join us for the third annual Camp Ondessonk Tack Swap-  Buy, sell or swap an array of new and used horse tack.  Vendors are welcome…

The Masquerade Ball Camp Ondessonk Gala is Saturday, March 2, 2019, at the Four Points by Sheraton in Fairview Heights Illinois. Registration information coming soon!  

By Jamie Fields | Ozark IL “It’s all for the kids!” This simple, yet meaningful statement is a personal motto for Pete Korte, the owner of Korte & Luitjohan Contractor’s,…

Due to weather, the 23rd Annual Camp Ondessonk Golf Benefit has been rescheduled for October 13, 2018 2018 Korte Golf Flyer

Each fall women get together at Camp Ondessonk to celebrate their bond, and strengthen the connections that flourish amidst the fall foliage. Join us for Mother Daughter Weekend and crisp…