Phone: 618.695.2489 x129 You can learn more about Camp Ondessonk at www.ondessonk.com. The first major building of the camp was established with the pouring of the foundation for the dining hall. Campers traveled in the back of a stake bed truck to a peninsula of Lake of Egypt, from which they would paddle to another peninsula on the lake to camp out during the night. CIT program recruitment, selection, and training is made on the basis of qualifications that meet the needs of Camp Ondessonk, and not to discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, or any other categories protected by Federal, State, or local law. They set up patrols at night to ensure that authorities could not enter into camp during the night and take him away. A summer camp classic, this traditional song is led at camps allover the globe! In 1995, Teondecoren was transformed into a tepee unit located in the upper pastures. I understand that acceptance of an offer of a counselor in training does not create a contractual obligation uponCamp Ondessonkto employ me in the future. Although no such program currently exists, campers may attend as many concurrent sessions as they qualify for according to gender. As part of their experience Lodge Campers participate in rock climbing at Pakentuck, the High Challenge Course, and an extended horseback ride. Intermediate adventures do not require prior experience in their field of focus, however, it is recommended. My babys gotta live! Although the Primitive Units were eventually disbanded, Couture made a return in the mid-1980s due to overbooking. The Blob made its debut in the swimming area in the late 1990s but was later removed for safety reasons. Teondecoren was located at Pine Lake and consisted of Conestoga wagons of the Old West that had been donated to camp. Participants are able to experience longer trail rides than in traditional camp while still utilizing the trails and pastures in the nearby surroundings of camp. Argh!PlumberPlunge it! Amantacha, baptized as Louis de Sainte-Foi, was a Huron educated in France under the instruction of Antoine Daniel. At Camp O, there were no TVs, radios, baseballs or bicycles. All bananas unite!Form banana, form form bananaPeel banana, peel peel bananaEat banana, eat eat bananaChew banana, chew chew bananaSwallow banana, swallow swallow bananaGO BANANAS, GO GO BANANAS. Hut! Camp Ondessonk is committed to providing a Catholic, faith based, fun, safe, educational, and inclusive experience for all campers, CITs, staff, parents, and volunteers. }))); Ondessonk also offers lodging, camping, group retreats, horseback trail rides, corporate retreats, and outdoor education programs for scouts and school groups. refrain from the use of profane or abusive language in the presence of campers or where campers may hear or see. Look out below! [19] Induction into Lodge is the greatest honor for any camper. I have learned so much from Camp O, but the most important thing I learned is to respect nature. Call (618) 695-2489 x104 or email chris.bretscher@ondessonk.com. During the program, campers receive instruction and supervision from CHA (Certified Horsemanship Association) certified instructors that help them to not only expand their horsemanshipskills, but also to develop their outdoors skills. I wasn't the best camper, but I have fond childhood memories of Camp Ondessonk. The original camp program of Ondessonk, traditional camp allows participants to experience all the long-standing activities camp is valued for. Consider asking a family friend, neighbor, mentor, coach, priest/minister, teacher or professor. [18] Participants received advanced instruction in horsemanship, horse-packing, trail stewardship, and outdoor living skills as they were led on a backcountry pack trip by experienced Ondessonk wranglers. I enjoyed horseback riding, but I was always a bit uncomfortable on the horses, especially when they started to wander. Swear. Hope to see you there! The units can be sorted into four different categories based on cabin type. During the summer session, a cabin in Tekakwitha burned down due to a candle left burning by a camper. The star on the top right represents St. Jean de Lalande. Or maybe not. In the meantime, we have one last present for you. As part of their unique personalities, each unit is represented by a color and spirit animal. 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. Gender only applies during coed season during which boys and girls are separated into units. (618) 695-2489. camp@ondessonk.com To help with the expanding number of campers, Ahatsistari and Lalemant which had been tent units were rebuilt in order to accommodate more campers. This is an intermediate adventure open to campers ages 1316. April 15 17: Spring Stable Round Up/Gardening Party Volunteers come down to help get Ondessonk ready for the summer and spend some time with some old friends. Ow! For the News-Democrat. Each evening campers return to main camp to participate in the evening activities and stay in one of the units. Caught a few toads in the bushes. Each summer, the camps were staffed by seminarians and college students all under the direction of Monsignor John T. Fournie. This is a beginner adventure and is open to campers ages 1215. In my soul. We sang songs and gave cheers in the dining hall every dinner. 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. A stream near the spillway. 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. Campers stay in a unit as in traditional camp. 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. As part of their camp experience, campers stay in rustic units usually consisting of three-walled structures open in the front. As North Star Reach, the SeriousFun camp in Michigan, puts it, this one is more of a shout-a-long. A lark! See what Ondessonk has to offer you! Always went to camp with friends from grade school. Ahatsistari was located on the "girls" side of the lake and when Teondecoren became a cabin unit it was located on the "boys" side of the lake, however neither was an official unit when coed sessions were introduced. Hard to be cool when you are 10 years old and scared. Services/Products. Gender did not apply to these units because there was no coed season of summer camp during the time during which they were around. In doing so, I will: exhibit the highest ethical standards and personal integrity. Black! The well-known Camp Ondessonk has re-opened, with COVID-19 safety measures. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(2291832, '8d804d13-c43e-4001-a811-1d4f5a1dc1e8', {"useNewLoader":"true","region":"na1"}); Part song, part skit, part chantthis is one of our favorite additions to a campfire. Kids traveled to Camp Ondessonk from as far as Chicago, Bloomington and Evansville, Ind. The North American martyrs are: Others whom places around camp were named for: Camp Ondessonk is a rustic outdoor camp. They also act as families for campers for the week as units attend activities and compete in all-camp activities together. The all-day exploration was added in 1972 giving campers the chance to explore the land around them. I learned that Camp isnt all about winning and that I should focus on having fun. in Cleveland, OH. 1969 brought the addition of female staff during boys season and the early 1970s brought the addition of campers and staff from Chicago as well as staff from around the country and international staff members. adhere to the zero-tolerance policy for the use, possession, distribution or being under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, or illegal drugs at camp. The Fournie Lodge & rooms in St. Noel Center are also available! While the first summer of Camp Ondessonk was only four weeks long, increased demand forced the adding of additional weeks. The final level of adventure programs is advanced adventures, formerly known as level three. Pioneer Weeks, or two-week sessions were introduced as well as the addition of the Tarzan swing, a diving platform, and a zipline in the same summer. Fax: (618) 695-3593. Ive always had a fear of bridges. [14] In the evenings campers are part all-camp activities including campfires, a variation of flashlight tag, an overnight campout, and a Native American ceremony. They also perform a service project for Camp, exemplifying the overall spirit of Lodge. Text the word HEEPWAH to 55222 to receive one surprise text in. In doing so, I will: support and aid other staff and CITs when the time and need arises. 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. Camp Ondessonk Cedar Falls Trail. All rights reserved. The highlight of their stay was an overnight canoe trip to Lake of Egypt. TollFree: (877) 659-2267. To RSVP contact Linda at linda.scruggs@ondessonk.com. Patient assessment and emergency careincluding CPR, basic Life support, and the emergency treatment of anaphylaxis and asthma. Deadline to apply is February 17, 2023. 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. in Geography with an emphasis in Environmental Planning from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Located in the Shawnee national forest of southern Illinois. Education: B.S. Garnier was the first unit to undergo the changes and after some experimenting the new design was deemed a success. The dining hall had air conditioning installed for the summer of 2013. Create new account. 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. take care of myself and recognize my personal needs so I can be the best counselor I can be. The very first Frontier trip went to Rocky Mountain National Park. SoundCloud Unit Cheers by Camp Ondessonk published on 2022-08-04T16:52:35Z. It was later moved to a location near the main area of camp and even to a position along Camp Road for a time. The dining hall is air conditioned, and has windows on all sides to allow for ventilation. Camp Ondessonk is an equal opportunity provider of summer camp and leadership programs. Our Summer Camp Programs allow youths ages 8 to 17 to experience firsthand: Tree-House Camping, Horseback Riding . First Time Campers: What to expect from Camp Ondessonk. The Garnier tree houses were built upshore from where the Garnier cabins had sat and the Amantacha bridge was added to replace the various methods of getting campers across Lake Echon. continue to be positive, enthusiastic, and energetic when I am tired, sweaty and dirty. Camp Ondessonk strives to meet the highest health and standards. Camping Services Director Nolan Hurst says families staying at the camp are urged to stay at their own cabin site. Dan lives on site with his wife Suzy. During fall, winter and spring, there are outdoor educational programs available to schools and youth programs. Following college, Dan gained program planning and administrative experience at several other camps as a wrangler, outdoor educator, Program Director, and Summer Camp Director. Wound Managementincluding open fractures, lacerations, burns and blisters. This led to the camper's parents to worry that their son may have contracted rabies from the bear. He went to camp as a kid. By my parents car, it was about a two-hour ride from my home in East St. Louis. There was a great big mooseHe liked to drink a lot of juiceThere was a great big mooseAnd he drank a lot of juiceChorus:Singing oh way oh!Way oh, way oh, way oh, way ohWAAYYY oh, way oh!Way oh, way oh, way oh, way ohThe moose's name was FredHe liked to drink his juice in bedThe moose's name was FredAnd he drank his juice in bed ChorusHe liked to drink his juice with careBut he spilled it in his hairHe drank his juice with careBut he spilled it EVERYWHEREChorusNow there's a sticky mooseAll covered in juiceOn the LOOOOOSE. Gala Care Package Sneak Peak #2: Handmade "Heepwah" clay charms! 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If you need help building a resume visit, function SvgDhtupload2(props) { Blow up in your face! Bad aim. Killed mosquitoes. All rights reserved. Growth of the camp facilities continued over the next few years including more units (making a total of seven in 1964: Brebeuf, Chabanel, Daniel, Garnier, Goupil, LaLande, and Lalemant), the B.O.Q., and a new infirmary. Camp Ondessonks Executive Director, Camping Services Director and Programming Director have all been Wilderness First Responder certified. WMA Wilderness Protocolsincluding wound cleaning and exploration, spine injury assessment, dislocation reduction, CPR in the remote setting, and Anaphylaxis and Asthma. Only one-fourth of the camps in the US have earned this mark of distinction. xmlns: "http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" Until you and camp meet again, keep singing, moving, and grooving your way through life. "The upper part of the water fall from our main area is about a mile and a quarter. Rebecca started her Ondessonk journey as a summer camper. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . Check the Event Calendar for open camping weekends. 56-63. Belleville IL Camp Ondessonk Camp Ondessonk Event Diocese of Belleville Illinois Summer Camp Santa Parade. But Camp O today is more than a summer camp. That seemed so far away. For the first few years of camp, riflery was not offered during girls season. Log In. Search for: Recent Posts. The key to a good nights sleep at camp was falling asleep first. Look ahead! But the rest of the week passed quickly. Campgrounds Near Me; Summer Camp Tip- Swim . Anywhere.. I got a little homesick early in the week. never leaving a camper unsupervised and by following the Rule of Three at all times. By Amanda Bailey Staff and campers have a week full of activities, cheering and skipping through the trails of Camp Ondessonk. See more of Camp Ondessonk on Facebook. Base! "Last summer at Camp Ondessonk I learned that I dont have to act a certain way and that its okay to be myself. If you are selected and accept a position at Camp Ondessonk, you will commit to upholding Catholic values in your public work, and acting as a positive role model and mentor to our campers. All cabin units have fire pits, benches, picnic tables, a potable water spigot, an outhouse, and are within a short walk to a shower house. Suggest edits to improve what we show. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . One of the longest running adventure programs at Ondessonk, Horse Adventure offers a unique in-depth horsemanship experience for campers wanting an enhanced journey away from the main areas of camp. I will use positive techniques of guidance, including redirection, and acknowledgement and anticipation of each campers unique needs. or. May 1: Open House Tours of camp will be given as well as a chance to meet some directors and staff. A new registration process was added in 1988, which allowed campers to indicate a unit preference in their applications. Camp Ondessonk states their mission to be "to provide an environment that inspires physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual growth for individuals and groups through the appreciation and stewardship of nature. In 1967 Amantacha became the first tree house unit. }. 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. The camper staff raitio is approximately 1:6. The program is open to campers meeting this requirement ages 1116. Having no facilities of their own, the parish rented out Camp Piasa in Grafton Illinois in 1957 and Camp Vandeventer in Waterloo Illinois in 1958. height: 47, 9:00-12:00 pm. Cedar Falls is located in an area also known as Pakentuck. I wanted to crawl across that swinging bridge. The Metro East Lodge Council and Camp staff greeted more than 20,000 spectators for the 2022 Belleville Optimist Annual Santa Parade. There were also nature hikes and wildlife sightings. Watch out where you step! The early 2000s saw a return of two-week sessions in the form of Mega Camp. Participants of the program stay in one of the units and are accompanied by extra staff members at all times to provide enhanced guidance and companionship for the younger campers. 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. They are co-ed camp, girls camp, and boys camp. Camp was our first experience away from home, for a full week. Kids give a "Heepwah" cheer at Camp Ondessonk located in the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois. 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. in Leisure Science with an emphasis in therapeutic and outdoor recreation from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Camp Ondessonk welcomed possibly the most iconic member of its family in July 1966 when it acquired Tommy the Bear. 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. Everything parents want and need to know about sending their child to Camp Ondessonk. Camp St. Philip offered participants traditional camp activities such as riflery, archery, swimming, and handicrafts, as well as some unique summer camp activities such as cooking, housekeeping, and axmanship. It was allegedly used as a trading post for Native Americans. The All Decades Staff Reunion is this weekend! [citation needed]. The Belleville Optimist Annual Santa Parade is touted . [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. By 1965, the summer enrollment reached 4,380 campers with 120 staff members. Distance: About .6 miles each way from Pakentuck Road. So if it were not for Camp Ondessonk, I would have never slept in a cabin, treehouse or tent, or learned to wrap hamburgers, potatoes and carrots in aluminum foil and cooked a hobo dinner in a campfire. One of the split rocks is Augustin's Agony. Please do not let this resume requirement intimidate you. The cross represents a world dedicated to Christ. 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 was not very good at riflery or archery. Jogues came to this country from France in the early 17th century in an effort to bring the Gospel to the American Indians. After working for a variety of camps, outdoor education centers, adventure programs, and youth conservation agencies, Rebecca returned to Ondessonk in 2007 as a Program Instructor. In 1973, Teondecoren was made into a cabin unit when camp was overbooked for a coming week and the cabins supposedly had to be built by staff the weekend before. The St. John de Brebeuf Award is given to an active or associate member for rendering meritorious service to Camp Ondessonk, the Lodge service organization, and the community. Before its retirement, Horse Expedition took campers on a two-week journey that pushed them in their equestrian skills. That Camp O was one of the most positive influences in their life. That Camp O has enriched my childrens spiritual lives. Hurst says people should pay before coming, to cut down on person to person contact., and the bathrooms and shower houses are cleaned twice a day. Ride my bike nearby. Advanced adventures offer an intense and challenging opportunity to expand on the skills learned in the beginner and intermediate levels. Gently now! Campers in Teondecoren lived off the land, and made the unit a popular visiting spot for other units on the Wednesday night overnight. With this in mind, we require staff members to behave in a mature and responsible way and respect the rights and dignity of others while they are at Camp Ondessonk . I was a bit nervous at first but once I got settled and realized what an amazing place it is, I never wanted to leave. Come join us for one or all of these events; and remember ONLY 68 MORE DAYS! Each unit also has its own water spigot, outhouse, and campfire ring. 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