This fall, Camp Ondessonk proudly partnered with several Belleville and St. Louis Diocesan schools to deliver exceptional Outdoor Education experiences. We welcomed students from St. Clare, St. Ambrose, Immaculate Conception…
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In a world where children are often over-scheduled and disconnected from nature, Camp Ondessonk offers a transformative experience that fosters essential life skills like responsibility, independence, and personal growth. What…
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By Pati Egan The first year Camp opened, boys were taught the safe use of .22 rifles at the Rifle Range. The Range location has remained the same since 1959!…
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By Pati Egan Early programs did include Monthly Murder Mystery Weekends. These started out being presented by professionals. The first Director of St. Noel Programs, Mark Zipfel, had a background…
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Camp Ondessonk stands as a beacon of outdoor education in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. With more than 983 acres of natural beauty—complete with towering sandstone bluffs, dense…
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By Pati Egan Due to generosity of many individuals, Noel was taking shape. The lower floor would include a kitchen, library, reception area with a fireplace, restroom facilities, a small…
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