By Dave Coker, Special Gifts Officer At Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, we believe in the power of legacy—both in nature and in giving. If you’ve been considering estate planning…or even if you haven’t…now is the perfect time to act. We’re here to help you...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
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...