Here is a sample schedule of a typical day at Ontario Mennonite Music Camp (OMMC). Not all events occur everyday, so the schedule may vary slightly.
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Time |
Event |
What’s involved |
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7:30 am |
Wake up |
Opening your eyes and realizing that this is a wonderful day! |
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8:00 am |
Chapel |
In small groups, staff and campers take turns leading chapel. They choose a topic, pick scripture, and lead music and prayers. |
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8:15 am |
Breakfast |
Usually a choice of cold cereal or something hot (eggs, waffles, etc.). |
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9:00 am |
Choir |
All campers gather in the chapel and sing a variety of chorale music. |
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9:45 am |
Master class |
Campers break into groups based on the instrument they play. |
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11:15 am |
Choir |
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12:00 pm |
Lunch |
Mmmmm...food! |
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1:00 pm |
Musical rehearsal, |
This time is used for practicing the musical for the final concert, playing camp wide games (like toss the chicken) or a special activity such as candle dipping or helping at the Ten Thousand Villages Warehouse. |
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3:45 pm |
Practice time |
Campers use this time to practice their instruments. |
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4:30 pm |
Free time |
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5:00 pm |
Supper |
Wow! Another round of scrumptious, home-style Grebel food! |
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6:00 pm |
Counseling groups |
Counseling groups is a time for interaction between campers and staff in a smaller group setting, including special devotions. |
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7:00 pm |
Concert |
Throughout the two weeks, campers have the opportunity to hear professional musicians who come and sing and/or play just for OMMC. |
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7:45 pm |
Camp game |
Life-size Dutch Blitz, Scavenger Hunt, and more! |
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8:45 pm |
Campfire |
For those who have a burning desire to get smoke in their eyes while singing crazy campfire songs! |
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9:15 pm |
Snack |
It’s been a while since supper! |
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9:30 pm |
Chapel |
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10:00 pm |
Lights out |
Zzz (Hey! Quit snoring, I’m trying to sleep!). |