Welcome to the Manitowa News Network

By Camp Manitowa | March 3, 2026

Live. Local. Up-to-the-Minute.

At Camp Manitowa, something special is always happening — and now there’s a place to follow it all.

Welcome to the Manitowa News Network (MNN).

Broadcasting live from the lake, MNN shares updates, stories, and moments from camp and around the Rend Lake region. From major events and visiting groups to everyday camp life, the Manitowa News Network is our way of capturing what makes this place unique.

Expect coverage of:

  • Camp events and festivals
  • Retreats and visiting groups
  • Music and cultural gatherings
  • Outdoor adventures around Rend Lake
  • Local stories from Benton and Southern Illinois

Some reports may come straight from the lakefront, others from the campfire circle, and a few from deep inside the Basement Attic.

However it arrives, the mission is simple:

Live. Local. Up-to-the-Minute.

Follow our coverage at campmanitowa.com/manitowa-news-network.

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