The Camp Okema Podcast
The Camp Okema Podcast
Podcast Description
The Camp Okema PodcastHosted by Jesse Holmes, Kaleb Schulz, and Landon Nelson, The Camp Okema Podcast is made by the community, for the community. Each episode, we dive into the stories, memories, and traditions that make Camp Okema so special. We’ll also explore the rich history of the camp, from its origins to the impact it’s had on generations of campers and staff.With interviews featuring alumni, staff, and current campers, we’ll keep you connected to the camp’s past and present. Whether you’re a longtime camper or new to the community, tune in to relive the magic and keep the Camp Okema spirit alive all year long.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers themes such as camp history, community memories, and personal anecdotes with episodes highlighting stories from alumni, staff, and campers. For instance, Episode 8 features a discussion on camp layout and memories from Andy Tomyn, while Episode 7 dives into historical accounts and stories about Ted Morton.
The Camp Okema Podcast
Hosted by Jesse Holmes, Kaleb Schulz, and Landon Nelson, The Camp Okema Podcast is made by the community, for the community.
Each episode, we dive into the stories, memories, and traditions that make Camp Okema so special. We’ll also explore the rich history of the camp, from its origins to the impact it’s had on generations of campers and staff.
With interviews featuring alumni, staff, and current campers, we’ll keep you connected to the camp’s past and present. Whether you’re a longtime camper or new to the community, tune in to relive the magic and keep the Camp Okema spirit alive all year long.
Episode 24 welcomes Lauren Burningham to the podcast, joining Jesse, Kaleb, and first-time co-host Anna for a conversation that stretches across generations of Camp Okema history. With deep family roots through her grandparents, Ken and Betty Burningham, Lauren shares how camp has shaped her life from her earliest Grand Camp memories (now Family Camp) to her years as a camper, cabin leader, and youth ministry intern.
Lauren reflects on early homesickness that slowly transformed into a powerful sense of belonging, along with unforgettable childhood stories — including sleepwalking adventures, Murray Point trips, archery range memories, and the quiet magic of growing up alongside the same camp community year after year. The episode captures the evolution of teen camp culture too: extreme power napping trends, shifting traditions, and the energy of a full-summer staff experience packed with off-site adventures, creative programming, and the kind of chaos that only makes sense in hindsight.
The conversation dives into dining hall loyalties and favorite graces, strategic dish pit roles, and a passionate dough bake debate. Lauren shares her campfire song picks, skit and talent show memories, and the influence of the people who shaped her faith and leadership journey. From WALO and Okema Olympics to night games and canoe trips, her stories paint a full picture of what it means to grow up at Okema.
The episode closes with heartfelt reflections on Sleepy Hollow, certificate signing, giving back to camp, and the legends that keep evolving — including Moose Man and Guyman. It’s a generational look at Camp Okema tradition, community, and the moments that stay with you long after summer ends.
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