Good and bad. Campers carried all their food and gear in the canoes with them. Since 1959, Camp Ondessonks summer camp programs have provided an experience that encourages campers to have fun, nurture spiritually, make friends, grow in self-confidence and promote important traditional values. Ride my bike nearby. In doing so, I will: support and aid other staff and CITs when the time and need arises. respect the possessions and belongings of staff, CITs, and campers, as well as the facilities and equipment of Camp Ondessonk. A boulder in a stream that is just high enough to cannonball off of. Dans parents were always willing to oblige their two sons passion for Camp Ondessonk The family car was often one of the first in line. May 1: Open House Tours of camp will be given as well as a chance to meet some directors and staff. With it being one of the only places with air conditioning, it is known as an excuse to be the spot to relax and cool down for a bit.[13]. Gently now! : School Annual Publishing Company, 2009. Camp Ondessonk is a rustic, outdoor, Catholic youth camp run by the Belleville Diocese. Campers must be a member of the Loyal Lodge of Ondessonk and Tekakwitha in order to be eligible to attend. He ended up giving his life to this task when he was tortured and later martyred. The four remaining martyrs and represented with stars on the bottom right, St. Ren Goupil, St. Antoine Daniel, St. Nol Chabanel, and St. Charles Garnier. Later, members of the primitive units built their own tree houses about 13 feet off the ground by lashing wood they gathered to trees. As they became more popular the trips expanded to include visits to places such as Nashville, TN., Ireland, Rome, and the Holy Land. take care of myself and recognize my personal needs so I can be the best counselor I can be. express dissent quietly, thoughtfully, respectfully, and never with campers present. The units give campers the chance to bond more closely with their cabin mates as well as the 30 or so other campers in their unit. The first camp infirmary was located on a rock near the back end of the original dining hall. By 1965, the summer enrollment reached 4,380 campers with 120 staff members. You have chosen to report this camp for inaccurate content.If you would like to receive a reply, please include your email address in the comment box below. Beginner adventures include Horse Camp, Rock Camp, and Hike, Bike, Paddle, and Climb. What do I remember most about Camp Ondessonk? Most of the tree houses are set back in the forest. Suggest edits to improve what we show. 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Theres plenty to do in southwest IL. Always wanted to stop and eat some grass or hay or whatever else he could find along the trail. They are intentionally designed and located to maximize visitors experience of tranquility and inspiration of nature. His brother. Or maybe not. conduct myself in a manner that is consistent with the discipline and teaching of the Catholic Church. There are also two other honors awarded by the Lodge of Ondessonk and Tekakwitha. It is looking like it will turn out to be a great summer, we have already received over 1100 camper registration forms! Anywhere.. Ozark, IL 62972. Yuck!ElectricianRed! You can experience the same camp you went to as a kid with your own kids, or grandkids. Not sure I ever hit a target. Evan lives with his wife, Gabrielle, and their two cats. affiliate classes in Carbondale, IL and Cleveland Metro-parks Institute of the Great Outdoors (I.G.O.) In May 1968, Lake Echon was completed giving campers a separate lake for boating and swimming. Archery took place near where Amantacha now sits and riflery was located in the same area it currently resides in over 50 years later. Ondessonk achieved accreditation from the Certified Horsemanship Association in 2003 as well. Education: B.S. Various Locations; Lower Pakentuck, near main area, along Camp Road, Began as Conestoga Wagons at Pine Lake, later added primitive tree houses, finally became permanent tree house unit near Amantacha. Someday, I look forward to reliving a piece of my childhood where the only thing that has changed is myself. Although the Golden Arrowhead did not make its debut until a few years after Camp Ondessonk's beginning, the very first summer of camp featured the Silver Bearclaw, which was awarded to the unit that earned the most points throughout the week. As night falls, campers have the opportunity to relax around the campfire before sleeping out under the stars each night. Yonah lived in the cage formerly occupied by Tommy, as the camp bear until his death in 2001. Call well in advance to schedule meals and/or programs. They are intentionally designed and located to maximize visitors experience of tranquility and inspiration of nature. Teondecoren was located at Pine Lake and consisted of Conestoga wagons of the Old West that had been donated to camp. That seemed so far away. Take a hike. All rights reserved. refrain from inappropriate conversations with campers or in places where campers may hear that include topics such as politics, relationship status, sexual activity, gender identity opposing Catholic teaching, drinking, smoking, and others specified in theCIT manual or by administration. There were also nature hikes and wildlife sightings. There are weeklong summer camps for boys, girls and coed camps, ages 10 to 15. It is located in the Shawnee National Forest of Southern Illinois, near Ozark, Illinois.The camp strives to remain a "last frontier" of sorts, where participants can experience life away from the plugged in world of today's society, and go back to a time of outdoor living while experiencing nature to . Phone: 618.695.2489 x104. Tommy's lawyer quickly appealed the decision to a local court which overturned the decision. With this in mind, we require CITs to behave in a mature and responsible way and respect the rights and dignity of others while they are at Camp Ondessonk, participating in camp sponsored activities, or representing Camp Ondessonk in any way. Many of the units adopted their three-sided look in the late 1970s through the mid-1980s based on the inspiration of a Polynesian design discovered on a trip to Walt Disney World. Though camp looks different this year, and side-by-side singing is now virtual, you can bet it still fosters feelings of community and good cheer. Joseph Teondechoren, a Huron medicine man later turned missionary. Our camper fees are extremely competitive and unlike many other summer camps, Ondessonk does not charge additional fees for horseback riding or senior camper electives. 2023 Camp Ondessonk. In 1964 the trip left from Miami, Fl., on a yacht and sailed to the Bahama Islands where participants were able to enjoy a Christmas vacation of swimming, beach combing, shopping, and relaxation. Backcountry Medicineincluding the assessment and treatment of common medical problems. No prior experience in the area of focus is required. Whats next, what's next? Your resume will develop as you continue to gain life and job experience. Website by Yamaretto, Another version of the Elbows Off The Table song. CHAs certification process has been continually monitored and refined for more than 40 years, in order to meet the needs of a changing horse industry. The dining hall had air conditioning installed for the summer of 2013. With only 68 (thats right, 68!) treat campers, CITs, and staff of all races, religions, cultures, and backgrounds with respect, dignity, and consideration. In 1960 the summer season was extended to four weeks of boys camp and three weeks of girls. Unit Cheers - Chabanel by Camp Ondessonk published on 2022-06-10T21:16:02Z. adhere to the zero-tolerance policy for the use, possession, distribution or being under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or illegal drugs at camp. Zap zap zap!FarmerGive, Bessie, give! Phone: 618.695.2489 x129 Due to the nature of this weekend, participation is by invitation only. The original camp program of Ondessonk, traditional camp allows participants to experience all the long-standing activities camp is valued for. Designed as an introduction to rock climbing, campers learn the basics about climbing knots and safety systems while developing their climbing technique. Check the Event Calendar for open camping weekends. 10% of Camp Ondessonk employees are Black or African American. Businesses can utilize conference and retreat facilities. }, props), dhtupload_svg_path || (dhtupload_svg_path = /* @__PURE__ */ react.createElement("path", { Fax: (618) 695-3593. For more information contact Evan at evan.coulson@ondessonk.com. I promise to make good decisions. Advanced adventures offer an intense and challenging opportunity to expand on the skills learned in the beginner and intermediate levels. Print. We hope you enjoy these camp classics. Flush it! As with traditional campers, all adventure campers are eligible for induction into Lodge. Campers at many SeriousFun camps and programs throw their hands in the air to this Buckwheat Boyz song after dinnerjust like these counselors at Barretstown, the SeriousFun camp in Ireland! They also spent New Year's Eve in Venice. We're guessing it'll do the same for you and your family too, if you let it! Plus, eagle watching, an art exhibit and a home & garden show. Participants of both traditional camp and adventure programs are eligible. There are challenge and high rope courses, and a variety of special interest weekends and open houses. The first Silver Frontier trip went to Florida and visited sites like Daytona Beach, St. Augustine, Cape Kennedy, and Disney World. There is no fishing allowed in our swimming lake, Lake St. Isaac. Rock Adventure is an intermediate adventure open to campers ages 1316. I was better at games that included a ball. During their week-long session campers have the opportunity to try their hand at a variety of activities including archery, riflery, handicrafts, horsemanship, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, and outdoor skills. Camp Ondessonk strives to meet the highest health and standards. Play Camp Ondessonk and discover followers on SoundCloud | Stream tracks, albums, playlists on desktop and mobile. Updated June 11, 2015 11:40 AM. 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