Dear Lub, I wanted to reach out to very simply say thank you! Both of the boys came home filled with stories about how much fun they had had, were comfortable saying what they loved, as well as what was challenging...

David, We just received the counsellor's report back and are appreciative of receiving all the counsellor's feedback. Derek came back saying he had an awesome time. Interesting that he was a little nervous at the beginning given that it was his second time at camp. Perhaps there was some apprehension knowing that he was going to be staying there for a month. All in all a great month was had and he will be returning next year. I have wanted to write to you since the middle of July to let you know how impressed I am about Kilcoo. I left parents...

Lub, Just a note to thank you for the opportunity to experience 2 of the most eventful, exciting months of my life. These past two months I've become very good friends with people of all ages, and felt gratitude, feelings of pride and excitement these past months. Long live Kilcoo. ...

Hi Lub, It's hard to put into words what I want to say, because the feelings, emotions and memories I already have for Kilcoo, in 2 short weeks, is like nothing I've ever felt before. And I mean that in all respects from the heart. The electricity, spirit and warmth that flows between everyone makes every day amazing and precious. As you often say, and I believe, I wish everyone in the world had a chance to come to Kilcoo. You are an incredible person, as a friend, a leader and as I've noticed, as a listening ear. You find time and make...

Dear David, Bill and I would like to thank you for Rob's wonderful camp experience in July. He came home a happy, contented young man who had obviously grown in many ways under your influence. Your counsellors, staff and instructors are a very impressive group. It is obvious that they have been carefully selected and trained. As the parents of an impressionable 12 year old we felt that they were excellent role models. May the rest of your summer be a great success! ...

Thanks again, for providing our boys with the skills required to make their lives the best they can possibly be....

Dear Lub, Lots of people talk about respect but not so many seem to practice it on more than a superficial level, While I don't have the history of many Kilcoo families so it may be presumptuous of me to tackle the meaning of Kilcoo, it seems to me that it's about respect and that 's what my son responds to. He feels great to be respected. Your example as embodied by Kilcoo is an inspiration to our family. So thank you not only for an enjoyable weekend, but also for letting us be a part of the magic at Kilcoo. ...

Angus and Sam really grow as brothers by being in the same section. They seem to enjoy the shared bond of the Kilcoo experience. Although there is still the odd brotherly disagreement! We met some of your staff on Visitor's Day – all of whom were very well versed in camp life and our kids....

We’ve got a lot of mileage in the retelling of the story that Ben was so busy enjoying himself at camp that he didn't find the time to read two of my letters. I will have to photocopy and re-date them for next year!...

Dear Lub, I don't know if you remember me, I was one of the "European guys" that came in 2005 and 2006 from Germany. After having known Kilcoo and the past two summers without it, I only realised what Kilcoo meant to me. You and your team had given me so much. I’m actually thinking sometimes: "what would a Kilcoo camper do" when I feel lazy or weak. Just wanted you to know how important Kilcoo was for me, especially as a European guy, and how important is what I learned on these two month with you. I know it's funny for you...

Well once again Jake's questionnaire states, "he had the best time ever." It never ceases to amaze us how much he grows as a person at camp. Thanks to all whom know him; it is particularly gratifying as a parent, knowing your son is in good hands. ...

Hi Lub, We would like to thank you for creating a fun, adventurous and safe place for boys to be themselves. Matthew had an amazing time his first year at camp. He was somewhat apprehensive to go but we knew he would flourish at Kilcoo, and he did even more than Matthew or we expected. A big part of Matthew’s confidence at camp was because of you! Your ability to connect with each camper and greet them on a daily basis makes them all feel special. For Matthew being somewhat shy and introverted this helped gave him the courage to...

I love the month of August as much as I do because of Kilcoo. August always gives me a really, really good vibe – a positive energy of goodness and conviviality. Every time I write a letter to my girls at Tanamakoon I get strong waves of August joy. The letters transport me back to being in the moment at Kilcoo. Those letters have been a sustaining delight to write for years and years. But NOTHING can compare with the shot of Kilcoo magic I got walking through camp and hanging out with you guys for a little...

“Kilcoo camp has been a wonderful addition to our son Connor’s life. He started when he was 10 years old and has spent two happy summers there. He plans to continue. The more details we hear, the more we realize that this time for him transcends simply being away or having fun adventures with friends on the lake (although it is this too). Connor learns vital lessons about himself and how he handles things - what makes him tick, but also how to be in the world with a growing awareness of other’s needs and an appreciation around what...

Dear Lub, I have been thinking all week of writing you to thank you for a great July session for my boys Charlie and Henry. Henry walked around the house all last weekend saying, “I’m so sad camp is over. It was so much fun.” He said his cabin was friendly and fun, and his counsellors even better. Charlie LOVED his Sail Cabin canoe trip. He really needed that experience. From Charlie’s stories, George was a wonderful trip leader — both fun and serious as need be. Charlie was showing me photos from Kilcoo’s Instagram, pointing out friends and telling...

Hi David, Just a note to say "Thanks" for lunch and the hospitality that you and Kilcoo provided last Wednesday. It was an awesome experience especially for John as he had not seen Kilcoo since he was a little boy. The last time I was in the lodge with campers was when Chief gave his final 'goodbye' speech as he was commencing a new life journey and career change. I remember I was with Trevor Pedler and we both had tears in our eyes and left with the distinct impression that Kilcoo would never be the same. Once again, I was...

Kilcoo is awesome! Camp is like my second home. I have attended Kilcoo every summer for the past 7 years. I have been in every section. And every year I go, it just gets better. Every time I get off the bus out in front of David's arc I am greeted by my old and new friends and I look forward to the start of a new chapter of my life. My life at camp is very different form my life at home. I love playing video and computer games at home. I rarely interact with my camp friends when I'm at...

Lub, Thank you!...

A belated thanks for hosting such an inspiring weekend at Kilcoo. My girls had an amazing time and have been talking about it all week...

Hey Lub, I just wanted to say thank you again for creating the alumni/daughter event. I love the fact that you place a high value on giving former staff the opportunity to return. It was a really special weekend for both Grace and I. We already manage to spend a great deal of time together but this was a really special opportunity to share one of the places that has played a huge influence on my life and development with her. It was also so nice to reconnect with so many great people....

'Lub' - I just wanted to take the time to thank you for a great stay at Kilcoo Camp had by my son. I grew up canoeing/kayaking, camping, etc. but never went to camp; I was hesitant to send my son to Kilcoo as I thought 'his Dad can teach him all that stuff!'. In the end though I was very happy we made the choice to send him away for two weeks; we missed him like hell, but what he learned there, and the memories he made, will last a lifetime. I only met you for a few minutes...

I don't know what I like so much about Kilcoo that gets me to come back each and every year. Maybe it's sharing a cabin with 10 guys the same age that actually understand you. Maybe it's spending time away from home that I like, not having your parents there always saying "do your chores" or "clean your room". Well, there is cabin clean up but that's beside the point.. Maybe it's canoeing in parts of Canada that some of our friends have never laid eyes on, or the food on trip because I know everyone loves it. Maybe it's...

I wanted to write you a quick note to say thank you for yet another wonderful summer for our boys. A day hasn't gone by without some camp story, song or game being told, sung or played in our house. Our boys had a fantastic summer. I'm not sure how you do it, but they come back closer as a band of brothers than when they leave and I love that. The boys have always been quite close, but it amplifies from their camp experience. I was concerned that our youngest wouldn't fit into this troop, but he has come...