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Discover the Future of Teen Adventure: Camp Ondessonk Unveils Exciting New Programs for Summer 2026

Camp Ondessonk, an ACA-accredited Camp, is taking teen camping to the next level with two new Adventure Camp programs for summer 2026. Located in the heart of the beautiful Shawnee…
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Looking Ahead to 2026

Looking Ahead to 2026

By Jennifer Tyler Get your calendar ready for 2026! You do not want to miss these opportunities to celebrate Camp Ondessonk and to support its mission. Trivia Night

From The Original Camp Stables to Brébeuf Flats

From The Original Camp Stables to Brébeuf Flats

By Pati Egan Hundreds of campers, staff, and visitors pass Brébeuf Flats every day. They might stop, sit for a while, and think to themselves “What a nice little spot.”…
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Just a Glimpse of Riding in the 1960s

Just a Glimpse of Riding in the 1960s

By Pati Egan Why only a glimpse? For you young campers and staff, a fire article will appear in the November Newsletter. For you older staff “fire” means something is…
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From the Director's Desk- Mission Supporting Mountain Bikers

From the Director’s Desk- Mission Supporting Mountain Bikers

Dear Camp Friend,  Years ago, when I worked for a different camp, the boss often spoke about the distinction between “mission work” and “mission-supporting work.” For nonprofits like Camp Ondessonk,…
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Carrying the Camp Spirit Forward

Carrying the Camp Spirit Forward

For Ann (Martz) Barnum, Camp Ondessonk has always been more than a place; it’s been a source of laughter, friendship, and peace that has stayed with her since her camper…
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