Camp Ondessonk

Worst experience ever. My niece just left there hungry and covered with bites. They don’t feed the kids very much. For example, her breakfast this morning consisted of one donut and a piece of fruit. How is that a good nourishing breakfast? She even asked for more food and was refused food.
She was covered in hundreds of bites and was offered no aid other than to say «your mom will put anti itch cream on it when you get home». What happened to the medical professional that is supposed to be on site?
Had I known that this was going on, I would have gotten her out of there ASAP. But you can only send emails, not receive them. Oh yeah, at a dollar a piece. Yes, that’s right, you can email your camper but at a price. They can’t send any to you.

Camp O is nore than just a gorgeous place of natural beauty and wonder. It is a singularly unique experience for all those lucky enough to spend time there.

Life changing in the best way! Been going for the past 45 years and I don’t plan on stopping. Helps with creating a purposeful life, respecting our earth and spirituality.

Camp Ondessonk is one of the highlights of my daughters’ years. My oldest asked for an extra wee for Christmas last year. The kids kept very busy with activities all day and evening. Many are activities most kids won’t have many chances to experience at other times — boating, archery, horseback riding, and many others. My daughters come home with email addresses for the friends they. Make every year. The staff are fantastic people. They are young men and women that you would want your children to emulate. Camp is very rustic, which puts the kids in a totally unique environment, makes them exercise a little bit of self reliance, and let’s them really be in touch with the beautiful surroundings. Camp O has had a great impact on our family, hope the same is true for you!

Camp Ondessonk was a life changing experience for my son. He gained skills in leadership, and is more independent and self confident than he was before. The counselors were professional and courteous to the campers and parents. They worked to provide a safe and fun environment for the campers. I chose Camp Ondessonk in part because of the importance it places on training its staff and its accreditation by the American Camping Association, which has very high standards.

It would be impossible to put this place into words. All I can do is try to tell you about my experiences there.
20 years ago, I was a camper there. It was truly amazing. I went every year I was allowed to. It was always the highlight of my summer.
After my camper life was over, I lost touch with Ondessonk. Earlier this year, I found out that my daughter was old enough to go for her first time. We went down for an open house weekend and I was immediately sucked right back in. My daughter loved the idea of spending a week there also. I registered her and signed myself up to volunteer for two weeks during summer camp.
In 20 years, nothing’s changed. A few short hours into my two week stay, it was like I found a time machine. I was blasted back to those times in my childhood. It was one of the best times I’ve ever had.
The week after I came home, my daughter went. We decided that she should go when I wasn’t there. Being away from, «home,» is a big part of Ondessonk. She didn’t want the security net of knowing I was just down the gravel road. She wanted to have the experience on her own, just as I did.
Did she love it? That would be an understatement. I’m sure Camp-​O will be a life changing experience for her.
Last summer we spent 10 days in Orlando. Disney, Universal Studios, Wet n Wild, the works. She said she had way more fun at Ondessonk. Hearing her say that was absolutely amazing.

I have to start by saying how beautiful this area is! I sent my 13 year old to camp last summer (all girls week) She had the time of her life! It was really good for her to get away from teenage stresses and technology! The staff and counselors are so caring I felt very comfortable leaving! I have to say not only was this a great rewarding and learning experience for my daughter but It taught me a few life lessons as well! In the words of my daughter «HEEPWAH»

Camp Ondessonk is a great place to send your kids for a wonderful and safe camp experience. Activities include, hikes, horseback riding, swimming, handicrafts, archery, and outdoor overnights. Campers stay in units which are three wall rustic cabins. Kids are under the supervision of trained and background checked camp counselors. The camp director Dan King is professional and kind and was happy to answer all my questions and concerns. King, was a camper when he was a kid and now runs the place! My child had a great time and wants to go back next year. He made made many friends. If you want to know more check out the website.