Lake Delaware Boys Camp

★★★★★Tracy DiStefano

In 1955 my dad and his twin brother were growing up in the Bronx. Their parents found out about LDBC and decided to send them to summer camp there. They put them on a train to Kingston at 8 years old by themselves. They were then met by the camp farm truck and rode to camp in the back of the pick up. 71 years after graduating from camp in their late teens, my 87 yr old dad and his twin brother are still active members of this camp. That tells you everything you need to know ! God, Leadership, Service and Friendship.

★★★★★Suzette Farrier

I cannot say enough about how positively Lake Delaware Boys Camp has impacted my son’s life. He absolutely loves this camp and is already looking forward to returning next year. It truly fosters a brotherhood that will last for generations.

★★★★★Elianna

This is truly an amazing camp. If you want your it’s to value personal responsibility, respect and self-worth this is the place to go. The dynamic here is extremely close knit and family like. Everyone is treated so well and the staff are absolutely amazing. The camp itself is located in a beautiful part of upstate New York and it is surrounded by acres and acres of forests, ponds, rivers, wildlife and nature

★★★★★Carl Anderson

IN my day ( 1950 graduate ) at LDBC we slept on cots and had 4 Army blankets, wool to keep us warm thru the 33 to 40 degree F Temperatures. It must have been that cold as I could see frost in the field.I slept in tent 7 and being asst. tent chief I got to sleep right next to the growler, which was always overflowing. But I had A grand view of the meadow. I was in the choir under the tutelage Of Mr. Charles Walker, which led to also singing in the City, at St. Thomas Chapel. I got paid for that, so that was great! $3.00/ Month. I formed many friendships at the camp, I tried boxing and long distance track events at the encouragement of a A company camper. The camp always encouraged sports and that was right down my alley. I always accumulated large amounts of .22 shells, they could be Traded for cash on the train back to the City. We would then get into Card games and assist the richer kids in learning Blackjack. My best Time was when my oldest brother ( 12 years older ) met me coming off the ferry. I hadn't seen him in many years. My favorite memory Was, going into the kitchen and talking to the elderly couple that cooked our meals, three times a day. And their cooking was fantastic. They also allowed you to warm up your thistle.

★★★★★Kelly Chacchia

Changing Lives since 1909! This boy's camp in the Catskill Mountains in NYS is a magical place. A place where boys as early as 8 or 9 years of age can escape to for 5 weeks each summer for a "Back to Basics" camp experience. No technology allowed! Each day begins with a chapel service led by the Amazing Father "D" Donahue, followed by breakfast, sports, sports and more sports, then dinner and evening activities. Campers sleep in raised platform tents that are expected to remain tidy and in order. Military discipline with no bullying allowed and ranks. This teaches the boys to respect and understand leadership. There are male and female counselors which gives the boys positive female role models. Boys make friends for life. Bonds that are based on personalities and common interests not the color of your skin or the socioeconomic status of your family. Thanks to the generosity of the Gerry Family and the many families and alumni that attended the camp, this continues to be a gift for boys summer after summer. I for one, feel so blessed I have been able to give this gift to my son. I wish this camp was a right of passage for every boy. It can be a gift you can give YOUR son. AMAZING!!!