Spending time away from home can be exciting and intimidating for many young children. Camp Ondessonk’s Mini Camp, a three-day program designed specifically for 8-10-year-old campers, provides a structured and…
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Summer Camp isn’t just about roasting marshmallows and singing around the campfire—it’s a training ground for future CEOs and executives. At Camp Ondessonk, campers don’t just make memories; they develop…
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Why Camp Ondessonk is Leading the Way with a Prescribed Burn in 2025 Camp Ondessonk, nestled in the heart of Southern Illinois, is taking a proactive approach to environmental stewardship…
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By Pati Egan The 1975 staff was significant compared to those in the 1980s and 90s. There were two distinct staff. Camp had six weeks of Boys’ Camp and six…
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By Pati Egan Any parent who has picked up their camper on Saturday will agree that the Unit Cheer will be done at least two or three dozen times between…
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Camp Ondessonk proudly announces that our Equestrian Director, Catherine Limkeman, has earned the prestigious Level 4 Equine Facility Manager (EFM) Certification through the Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA). This incredible achievement…
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