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We are connected to each other through our experiences and our faith. The community we continue to build at NLOM is one of the things we are most proud of, and we love sharing the stories of the amazing people and groups who we consider family.
Getting Away from the Office for Long-term Planning & Team Bonding
By Tara Knudson Carl, Director of Operations When is the last time you brought your team away from the workplace to rejuvenate, team-build, or focus on long-term planning? It can be difficult to tear yourself and your team away from day-to-day priorities and work that...
Seasons of Change: Celebrating Volunteers and God’s Creation
By Lisa Stirtz, Volunteer Coordinator Changing colors of the leaves is a beautiful site as I drive into camp. The beauty of God is truly amazing every day. I am also in awe of the turkeys and deer as I wait for them to cross the road as I come into camp. Again,...
Family, Fun, and Fearless Adventures: A Family Campout to Remember
By Laura Stalder, Youth Programs Specialist The Family Campout was a great opportunity to spend quality time with family, try new activities, and unwind. The weekend kicked off with a Nebraska football watch party, and the kids quickly made new friends playing games...
Fall Explore! Day: Adventure, Creativity, and Connection at Camp
By Laura Stalder, Youth Programs Specialist Fall Explore! Day was a great time for campers to come to camp for the day. We spent time getting to know each other while playing name games and other big group games. We jumped right into the challenge of the Forest...
Golf, Fellowship,& Generosity: Camp Classics Raise Funds for Camp
By Allison Blatchford, Events & Communications Manager “Fore!” In its 15th year, the Kearney Camp Classic was a hit again this year! On Friday, August 16, 52 golfers teed off in an 18-hole scramble, to support both Carol Joy Holling & Sullivan Hills Camps....
Seasons of Growth: Youth Retreats Inspire Campers and Staff Alike
By Korey Breutzmann, Director of Programs One of my favorite things about fall at camp is the programmed youth retreats that we provide. Our Youth Programs Specialist, Laura, does a great job at planning and executing exciting day or weekend retreats for youth to come...
Make the Most of Your Giving: Tax-Wise Strategies for Donors
By Jacob Spilker, Director of Development Your support goes beyond financial contributions—it’s an investment in the lives of campers who experience life-changing moments at camp. Thanks to the generosity of donors like you, in 2024, NLOM provided $1,023,537 in camper...
Heart of the Hills Benefit: A Celebration of Community and Generosity
By Jacob Spilker, Director of Development We are thrilled to share the success of this year’s Heart of the Hills Benefit, a testament to the incredible generosity and community spirit of our supporters. This event raised more than $20,000 ensuring that Sullivan Hills...
God’s Love and Growth: The Impact of Camp
By Bailey Neitzel, Summer Camp Director When parents, friends, and loved ones drive through Carol Joy Holling Camp, or Sullivan Hills Camp, they see the fun on high ropes, the laughter shared down by the lake, and the memories being made on a trail ride. But, the...
Planted in Faith, Sewn in Love
By Allison Blatchford, Events & Communications Manager From the smallest of seeds to the most aged of trees, we are all able to see God’s work through the unique leaves and branches of trees. This past summer, more than 1,450 campers had the opportunity to be...