Specialties: Camp Ondessonk is a residential youth camp that provides summer camp programs for children ages 8-17 years old. The early 2000s saw a return of two-week sessions in the form of Mega Camp. [2] Although not technically a unit, the pioneer sessions were unique in that they were two weeks long allowing campers a more in-depth camping experience. 3760 Ondessonk Rd. Fax: (618) 695-3593. Businesses can utilize conference and retreat facilities. There will be a performance on the last day of camp. This year, camp directors say they're determined to get kids back outside."Have you ever played darts blindfolded before? The All Decades Staff Reunion is this weekend! Intermediate adventure programs include Horse Adventure, Rock Adventure, Mountain Biking Adventure, and Camper vs. Wild. Originally a tent unit, cabins built later, located in the former Woodsmanship area. 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 the fullest. For more information contact Evan at evan.coulson@ondessonk.com. The trips were eventually discontinued. I understand not following or living up to Camp Ondessonk's values, policies, and procedures I could be asked to depart the CIT experience. 3rd-8th grade. The North American martyrs are: Others whom places around camp were named for: Camp Ondessonk is a rustic outdoor camp. Dan was an Ondessonk Counselor in Training in 1986. Most of mine were still friends a week later. Because the trips left from Camp, dorms were built on the north end of the parking lot to house participants the night before leaving on their trips. 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. Your email address will not be published. Couture never had a permanent location in camp on either side of the lake and was more of a "floating" tent unit used whenever and wherever was necessary. Killed mosquitoes. Please refer to the Camp Map to see which lakes are available for fishing. As an adult, he has been impressed with the spirit of volunteerism at Camp Ondessonk, past and present. Next stop, second and final kiln firing. 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]. maintain an attitude of respect, loyalty, patience, courtesy, tact and maturity. Evan started at Ondessonk as a summer camp counselor in 2004 after serving 5 years in the Coast Guard. Bad aim. 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. In order to encourage campers to stay in the temporary unit, they were promised exclusive use of shower house C. This resurrected unit of Couture was only around for one year. [11] The first is tree houses which are structures set off the ground featuring A-frame roofs, three closed sides, and a maze of catwalks connecting all the cabins. Thanks to all who came to our Father-Son Camp last weekend! The cabin was a complete loss along with almost all of the camper belongings that had been in it. This is an intermediate adventure open to campers ages 1316. Improve this listing. Lent is in full swing, so theres no shortage of available fish fries in the area. If you need help building a resume visit, function SvgDhtupload2(props) { I wanted to crawl across that swinging bridge. I promise to be a positive role model for youth at camp and acknowledge I am a representative of camp and the Diocese of Belleville to camper families during my off time both outside of camp and online. Phone: 618.695.2489 x102 Camp Ondessonk. As children and parents arrived on opening day, volunteers scrambled to finish building the last of the bunks in the cabins. in Geography with an emphasis in Environmental Planning from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. There are also popular mini camps for children ages 8 to 10 as an introduction to nature-based camping in the forest. [2] Inspired by the original Frontier units, the Silver and Golden Frontier trips catered to adults wishing to travel around the country. Education: B.S. Some activities are modified to account for the difference in age of mini campers from traditional campers. Gala Care Package Sneak Peak #2: Handmade "Heepwah" clay charms! Hometown: Villa Grove, Illinois Although no such program currently exists, campers may attend as many concurrent sessions as they qualify for according to gender. 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This makes Tekakwitha the perfect unit for younger campers or those nervous about their first stay away from home. Gender did not apply to these units because there was no coed season of summer camp during the time during which they were around. I used to not like spiders and snakes, but now I know that God loves all creatures. Teondecoren was located at Pine Lake and consisted of Conestoga wagons of the Old West that had been donated to camp. Below please submit two character references. One of the most memorable Lodge trips was in 1968 and went to Italy and Switzerland. A large, natural, stone peak jutting high above a lake. Most people like to go to the lower part of the . No one was in the cabin at the time and the other two cabins of the unit were saved. adhere to the zero-tolerance policy for the use, possession, distribution or being under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or illegal drugs at camp. in Leisure Science with an emphasis in therapeutic and outdoor recreation from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. There are weeklong summer camps for boys, girls and coed camps, ages 10 to 15. never leaving a camper unsupervised and by following the Rule of Three at all times. Ive got peace like a riverIve got peace like a river Ive got peace like a river in my soulIn my soulI've got joy like a fountainI've got joy like a fountainI've got joy like a fountain in my soulIn my soulI've got love like a mountainI've got love like a mountainI've got love like a mountain in my soulIn my soulIve got peace like a riverIve got joy like a fountain Ive got love like a mountain in my soulIn my soul. 2023 Camp Ondessonk. Log In County authorities set up their own patrols around the outermost parts of camp to ensure that Tommy was not removed and hidden from authorities by camp neighbors. Deadline to apply is February 17, 2023. Camped out in the backyard occasionally. After being absent since the 1970s, the Lodge arrowhead was reestablished in 2007 and can be earned by Lodge members over time through dedication to Lodge. But most of the campers were from the Catholic grade schools in the metro-east. Peace Like a River. Adventure and Trip & Travel experiences for ages 12-16. It also serves as a reminder of Camp Ondessonk's beginning as a camp only for Catholic children from the Diocese of Belleville through its evolvement to today of being open to children of any religion. At Camp O, there were no TVs, radios, baseballs or bicycles. Rebecca started her Ondessonk journey as a summer camper. Until you and camp meet again, keep singing, moving, and grooving your way through life. Shower houses are located near each unit and multiple units share shower house facilities. Camp personnel became interested in housing the bear at camp, however, they had no way to transport the bear from its location in Belleville to Ondessonk. These saints and their American Indian companions are honored and remembered at Camp Ondessonk with the camp units, lakes, and major land forms named after them. Evan Coulson. I've got peace like a river. Adventure and Trip & Travel experiences for ages 12-16. I've got peace like a river in my soul. We love being camp counselors,Theres nothing wed rather be!Since we are camp counselors,Were as happy as can be! As North Star Reach, the SeriousFun camp in Michigan, puts it, this one is more of a shout-a-long. The final type of cabins is the Tekakwitha Lodges featuring four-walled A-frame buildings with screened in windows and doors. The Golden Frontier trips were slightly different in that they traveled by cruise ship in the Caribbean. Required fields are marked *. New Positions for Ondessonk Summer Staff Promote Positivity and Success . The star on the top right represents St. Jean de Lalande. Backcountry Medicineincluding the assessment and treatment of common medical problems. Each evening, campers help to take care of the horses, cook meals, and set up the campsite. That confidence and acceptance she gained from Camp Ondessonk has allowed her to thrive in school and other social settings. I got a little homesick early in the week. As the first week of June approached, none of the units were complete yet. Sung around a campfire, Peace Like a River is one of our favorite slow songs to transition into lights out. The camper staff raitio is approximately 1:6. All individuals working at Ondessonk choose the job because of a strong desire to serve others. ntil you and camp meet again, keep singing, moving, and grooving your way through life. We picked locust shells off the tree. The tree houses were accessible only by rope ladder. This set up did not last long and the tepees later made appearances in Chabanel, Raganeau, the Brebeuf Flats, and even in the remnants of Ahatsistari. Instructors are evaluated in five areas: safety, horsemanship knowledge and ability, teaching technique, group control, and responsibility and professionalism. Most meals are served family style. Play Camp Ondessonk and discover followers on SoundCloud | Stream tracks, albums, playlists on desktop and mobile. The units are arranged around Lake Echon with girls on the East side and boys on the West. [11] The traditional camp session at Camp Ondessonk is known for offering the basic camp experience, but in a more nature enriched way than may be found at other summer camps. With blessings from . But Camp O today is more than a summer camp. Call (618) 695-2489 x104 or email chris.bretscher@ondessonk.com. One of the split rocks is Augustin's Agony. (Everywhere we go) People always ask us (People always ask us) Who we are (who we are) Where we come from (where we come from) So we tell them (So we tell them) We're from name your camp (we're from) And if they cannot hear us (And if they cannot hear us) We . Beginner adventures, formerly known as level one, is the first level meant for campers who want to build their skills while still enjoying a traditional camp experience in the evenings. By Amanda Bailey Staff and campers have a week full of activities, cheering and skipping through the trails of Camp Ondessonk. Someday, I look forward to reliving a piece of my childhood where the only thing that has changed is myself. While the first summer of Camp Ondessonk was only four weeks long, increased demand forced the adding of additional weeks. Some others are Little Split and Fat Man's Misery. That my children have developed strong lifelong friendships at Camp O. During the day they would hike around the area and swim in Pine Lake as they learned valuable survival skills. Evan started at Ondessonk as a summer camp counselor in 2004 after serving 5 years in the Coast Guard. Phone: (618) 695-3593. In 1960 the summer season was extended to four weeks of boys camp and three weeks of girls. I was not very good at riflery or archery. Since 1959, Camp Ondessonk's summer camp programs have provided an experience that encourages campers to have fun, nurture spiritually, make friends, grow in self-confidence and promote . The 1971 trip took participants on an Iberian tour through Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. She developed this confidence and independence that was so wonderful to see. Courtesy of Camp Ondessonk / Thousands of children across Illinois missed out on outdoor opportunities through summer camp last year, when COVID-19 caused the cancellation of hundreds of camps and activities in 2020. Amp up the acting to give your audience a good, hearty laugh. The unit of Couture was originally located in lower Pakentuck and was made up of tents. I love being a camp counselorTheres nothing Id rather beIf I werent a camp counselorA(n) _________ I would beAnd as you pass me byThis is what youd hear me cry Bird WatcherHark! Hometown: Johnston City, Illinois During their stay campers were given extra time and opportunities to participate in their favorite activities. CITs, regardless of their religious affiliation, are expected to conduct themselves in theirwork in a manner consistent with the policies of Camp Ondessonk, the Diocese, and the moral and religious teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Each unit also has its own water spigot, outhouse, and campfire ring. Led by a desire for a permanent location for a Catholic youth camp, Monsignor Robert DeGasperi oversaw the effort to gain leases of the land that would become Camp Ondessonk.[3]. If selected, any misstatement or omission of fact on this application may result in my dismissal. There was a swinging bridge across the main lake. Camp Ondessonk is an equal opportunity provider of summer camp and leadership programs. Suggest edits to improve what we show. Take a hike. Look ahead! There are also many areas at Camp to pitch a tent, or for those who dont wish to rough it, rent a hostel-style room in our St. Noel. The program was open to all high school students and brought in an additional 2000 campers per summer to Ondessonk. Maybe check out Fat Mans Misery. Kick em in the butt! The name "Ondessonk" is the Huron word for "Bird of Prey." Designed as an introduction to rock climbing, campers learn the basics about climbing knots and safety systems while developing their climbing technique. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. Phone: (618) 695-2485. Stocked with first aid and a wide variety of other medical equipment, covering multiple possible emergencies, this building is equipped and ready for all of the campers, staff, and volunteers Ondessonk hosts throughout the year. Everywhere we go! This required some reorganization as a boys and girls side of the lake was designated, separate bathhouses were issued, and brother/sister units were developed. We were too busy playing ball to mess with nature. The trips took place over the Christmas holidays and went to places like Europe, Africa, and the Bahamas. I liked the hikes to natural lakes and rock dwellings like Fat Mans Misery. My heart always went out to the chubby kids because they were teased about not being able to fit through the tight squeeze between rocks. It is looking like it will turn out to be a great summer, we have already received over 1100 camper registration forms! leader chants, campers repeat. 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