Founded in 1909 as Camp Blake, William Blake (of Blake School in Hopkins, MN) used the beautiful piece of land on Lake Hubert, now known as Camp Lincoln, as a reward for boys who did well academically at his school. Even then, the commitment to enhancing valuable relationships, developing outdoor skills and creating an appreciation of the natural world was strong.

In 1918, Camp Blake was fortunate to have Brownie Cote on its staff. It was then that Brownie developed a passion for and belief in the unique opportunities provided by a quality camp experience. In 1923, Brownie purchased the camp, changed the name to Camp Lincoln, and in 1927 opened a sister-camp across the lake, Camp Lake Hubert for Girls.

Two legendary men, Chuck Everett and Fred Rogers, joined Brownie in his mission and this trio provided the leadership for the camps for over six decades. Brownie's son, Sam, and long time camper and staff member, Bill Jones, picked up the charge in the late sixties and continue the legacy. The next generation of leadership, including Ruggs Cote (Sam's son), Andre Brewer and Laura Nolan have a youthful vision for the future while maintaining the important traditions and values that have spanned a century of time. The camps are still a Cote family operated business, but it is the family of dedicated staff and loyal campers that have created 100 years of quality camping on the shores of Lake Hubert.

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