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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.
Plot Twist: Exploring God’s Story at Camp
By Korey Breutzmann, Director of Programs Think about the last time you heard a great story. Did it make you laugh? Bring a tear to your eye? Evoke joy or anger, love or sadness? Each story and every part of our lives is shaped by words—spoken, heard, and read. The...
Harvesting Memories: Highlights from our Fall Jay Novicki Program
By Jessica Weltz, Adult Programs Specialist The fall was a wonderful season for our Jay Novicki program. We hosted six camps over three months, with a total of 126 participants. To celebrate our time together, we held a Fall Festival, which is always a highlight for...
Good-Bye Distractions, Hello Connections
By Jessica Weltz, Adult Program Specialist During a crisp November morning, inside the beautiful Hazel Dillon Lodge, we welcomed 14 mother-and-daughter pairs. In the sacred space of camp, away from the normal daily distractions, mothers and daughters are truly able to...
Plot Twist
By Korey Breutzmann, Director of Programs “The word is near you, on your lips and in your heart.” - Romans 10:8 Animated movies have been a big part of my life ever since I was a young child. I have many fond memories of gathering with my family on a Saturday night...
Building Tomorrow’s Memories: Sustaining Sacred Spaces Campaign
By Dani Hatfield, Director of Marketing Winter may have settled in, but at camp, the excitement is just beginning! With the support of generous donors—including the CL and Rachel Werner Foundation, Hawks Foundation, Nebraska Environmental Trust, Sid Dillon, Immanuel...
Start Your Estate Journey with NLOM
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...
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...