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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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Building Confidence, One Campfire at a Time: The Hidden Benefits of Summer Camp

Building Confidence, One Campfire at a Time: The Hidden Benefits of Summer Camp

From Shy to Shining: How Camp Ondessonk Transforms Self-Esteem When Sarah dropped her 11-year-old daughter off at Camp Ondessonk for the first time, she watched nervously as her typically reserved…
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Why Unplugged Summers Are the Best Summers: The Power of Screen-Free Camp Life

Why Unplugged Summers Are the Best Summers: The Power of Screen-Free Camp Life

Picture this: Your child isn’t begging for their phone. They’re not hunched over a screen, scrolling through endless feeds or battling in yet another video game. Instead, they’re laughing around…
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Mother Daughter Weekend – October 3-5, 2025

Mother Daughter Weekend – October 3-5, 2025

By Judy Blase Woodruff It was a very warm and sunny October weekend when 225 moms and daughters (and some grandmas and aunts) drove down the Camp Road to enjoy…
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