Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can I register for camp?
A: You can visit this link, then find the program for which you want to sign up.
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Q: What forms are required?
A: For all camp programs, parts A, B1, and B2 of Scouting America's Annual Health and Medical Record (AHMR) is required. For events 72 hours and longer, Part C and "Part D", the CT Rivers Council addendum, are required. There is no substitute for Part C of the AHMR. A school/sports physical, or any other type of physical exam, does not suffice. The official Scouting America form is required. It can be found here.
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Q: How can I find information about program specifics (like merit badges, program opportunities, and more)?
A: Click on the pages in the menu for Scouts BSA or Cub Scouts, then click "Learn More" or "Program Guide".
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Q: When do meals occur?
A: For resident camp, breakfast is at 8:00, lunch rolls from 11:30 - 1:00, and dinner is at 6:00.
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Q: How does visitor night work?
A: Visitor night begins at 5:30 PM on Friday, and ends with the conclusion of the campfire at around 8:40 PM. There is a barbecue dinner in the dining hall that begins at 5:30. Dinner tickets are available at $10 per person in the Trading Post. At 7:00 PM, there is a camp-wide court of honor where participants will receive awards from the week. At 8:00 PM, there is a campfire program in the Marston Ampitheater put on by the Scouts. For those needing assistance, golf cart rides will be offered to transport from the parking lot to the dining hall and back. Nobody may drive a personal vehicle past the parking lot without permission from the Reservation Director.
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Q: Can I visit during the week?
A: If you need to come to camp during the week, you should park in the main parking lot and sign in and out at the office.
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Q: How do I pick up a camper during the week?
A: Please alert the Scout's unit leader, and report to the office at the agreed upon time. If not coming with your unit, please call the office in advance with the appropriate details.
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Q: How do unit photos work?
A: Photos are taken on Tuesday nights in the ampitheater. Each photo costs $10, payable directly to the photographer when the photo is taken. He accepts check, cash, or Venmo. Photos will be given to each unit when they check out.
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Q: Who can I contact for more information?
A: Mattatuck's Director is Jeromy Nelson, who may be reached at jeromy.nelson@scouting.org. For help registering, please contact CT Rivers Council Program Executive Michele Soboslai at michele.soboslai@scouting.org.
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Q: What are the office's hours?
A: During the summer season, the office is open on Sundays from 12:30 PM - 9:30 PM, on weekdays from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM, and on Saturdays from 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM.
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Q: What is camp's address?
A: We're located at 221 Mt. Tobe Rd, Plymouth, CT 06782.
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Q: Can I send mail to camp?
A: Absolutely. We receive mail and packages daily, except for federal holidays and Sundays. Generally, mail is delivered in the afternoon, and packages are delivered sporadically throughout the day. If you wish to guarantee your package or letter arrives with plenty of time, feel free to mail it early or drop it in the office on Sunday and let us know when it should be delivered. Staff members can arrange for it to be delivered to your Scout on a specific day of your choosing. Please address mail in the following manner:
[Recipient Name]
[Unit Type and Number]
Mattatuck Scout Reservation
221 Mt. Tobe Rd.
Plymouth, CT 06782
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Q: How does my Scout know they have mail?
A: Unit leaders should check their mailboxes in the office frequently for mail.
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Q: My Scout's mail arrived after they left camp. How should I proceed?
A: Call the office and set up a time to retrieve the mail. We are not responsible for any lost, stolen or misplaced mail or packages.
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Q: How are merit badges handled?
A: All merit badges are registered for and managed exclusively via Black Pug. Registration contacts will receive an email with digital blue cards and other advancement reports shortly after an event concludes.