CIT Program — pathway for 14-year-olds to become staff
Revamped for 2026 and beyond, the CIT Program prepares young individuals to be camp staff members. For the first week of this program, CITs will help in several different departments around camp, with the ability to take merit badges during the afternoons. Most CITs are invited back to come for subsequent weeks. For all weeks beyond the first, CITs act like a staff member, working in one specific department area and learning what it is like to be a Mattatuck staff member. All those who will be 14 years of age this summer are encouraged to sign up.
Ryan Duff Memorial Shelters — remote lakeside setting at Lost Lake
These two adirondack-style shelters, built in memory of the late Ryan Duff, an Eagle Scout from Troop 175 in Simsbury, are located at Lost Lake in the northern part of camp. While remote (an approximately 25 minute walk from the parking lot), they are in a beautiful location and can accommodate 8-12 people each.
Setting and property — 569 acres, two lakes, program highlights
Mattatuck Scout Reservation is located in Plymouth, CT, just outside of Waterbury. We're a 569 acre property with access to two lakes. Some highlights of our program features include a 40-foot climbing tower (featured in the Climbing merit badge pamphlet), 3 high ropes courses, four zip lines, a canopy tour over our main lake, a BMX course, rifle, archery, and shotgun ranges, and more.
Staff — culture, lifelong connections, and leadership development
Our staff takes pride in what they do. Whether it be teaching merit badges, running program, or singing a song at a campfire, we always seem to be having fun. As any of our past and present staffers can tell you, camp is a place that tends to foster lifelong connections and friendships. You'll gain leadership skills that you can take with you for the rest of your life.
