Evolution of a Youth Camp – Unit by Unit
By Judy (Blase) Woodruff February 26, 1959: a letter from Most Rev. Albert R. Zuroweste, Bishop of the Diocese of Belleville, stated his preference of names for the new Catholic…
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By Judy (Blase) Woodruff February 26, 1959: a letter from Most Rev. Albert R. Zuroweste, Bishop of the Diocese of Belleville, stated his preference of names for the new Catholic…
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At Camp Ondessonk, every season brings new opportunities to inspire faith, friendship, and personal growth. From Summer Camp adventures to year-round retreats and programs, our mission continues thanks to the…
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One of the very first sights that greets you as you travel down the Camp Road is our Challenge Course, one of many places where courage takes flight and confidence…
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By Camp Ondessonk Communication Team Camp Ondessonk has been a meaningful part of Elizabeth “Petey” (Nimnicht) Abaray’s life for decades, first as a camper, then as a staff member, and…
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By Isabelle Linn, Program Coordinator As the leaves begin to turn, Camp Ondessonk staff are busy preparing for the 2026 Fall Education & Recreation Season. From open camping registrations to…
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By Camp Ondessonk Communications Team Somewhere between the packing list and the permission slips, a quieter list appears in the parents’ minds. It is unwritten and relentless: What if they…
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