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What Makes LOC Unique

Since 1961, Lake Owego Camp has developed into one, if not, the most special place for many campers. In thinking about why, there a few reasons that have allowed Owego to become the place that it is. Every summer, since … Continue reading

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A Look at “Homesick and Happy”

This blog post was written by year-round camp office staff member, Jenny Swerdlow, who spent nine summers at Timber Tops. Families new to the overnight camp world may find this very comforting! A Lost World of Family Time While pursuing … Continue reading

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My Experience as a Frontier Week Chief

One of the best parts of Lake Owego Camp has always been the special events. It’s an opportunity for our campers and counselors to take a break from the regular schedule and challenge themselves in a different way. Frontier Week … Continue reading

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A Word From Freedo

Hello Owego! The last few weeks have been a whirlwind for me…meeting so many new and old campers along with their families.  I must say I am extremely excited to begin my Owego career…in fact, I am so eager…let’s start … Continue reading

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Guest Post From Freedo, Our New Co-Director!

It was so great meeting all of the campers and parents who came to the Chelsea Piers event. I am so excited to be part of this vibrant community and working alongside Kyle, Johnny and the rest of the Owego … Continue reading

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New Camper Events: Check!

Two more awesome new camper events in the books! We had a great time welcoming our new camp families from the Philadelphia and NYC areas last weekend. Our new brothers got to bowl, climb, bounce and eat lots of pizza with their … Continue reading

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Welcome Back to LOC, Jeff “Freedo” Freedman!

It is with great pleasure and excitement that we announce that Lake Owego alum, Jeff Freedman, affectionately known as “Freedo,” will be returning to his camping roots as co-director of Lake Owego Camp. In this full-time, year-round role, Jeff will … Continue reading

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Happy New Year From LOC!

  Happy New Year from your Lake Owego family! We are extra excited that 2015 is here because it means we’re THAT much closer to being back in Greeley with our brothers. In case you missed it, check out this … Continue reading

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“Finding an Overnight Camp That’s Truly Worth It”

You may have seen the blog “The Opposite of Spoiled” by Ron Leiber that appeared in the New York Times on December 11th, entitled “Finding an Overnight Camp that’s Truly Worth It.” If not, it’s worth the read. Leiber raises five “essential” … Continue reading

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Changing the World, One Job Wheel at a Time

It is the time of year when we are all are encouraged to do charitable deeds. We pitch in for good causes and think about others. Thinking about others is one of the things that camp is all about. Maybe … Continue reading

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