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Youth camp · Darien, CT
DARIEN NATURE CENTER
A licensed youth camp in Darien, Connecticut, with its state inspection history from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed youth camp
Address: 120 BROOKSIDE RD, Darien, CT 06820
Phone: (203) 655-7459
OEC license number: YCYC.00858
View the official record on Connecticut's eLicense lookup (search license number YCYC.00858).
Inspection history
Last 3 years: November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026, when the state's files were last updated
- 3 inspections
- 0 violations cited on these visits
A violation means an inspector found a licensing rule wasn't met at the time of the visit. Programs are expected to fix what was cited, and the state often asks for a written corrective action plan. Read the official record for details.
Below are all 20 visits in the state's files from July 20, 2012 to July 1, 2026, newest first, with 36 violations in all. A follow-up visit checks on violations cited earlier. Each violation shows OEC's short title for it and the regulation cited. The rule text shows which regulation was cited, not what the inspector saw; ask the program or OEC for details. A case result of "Corrective Action Plan" means the state asked the program for a written plan to fix what was cited, and "Closed" means the state lists the case as closed. Case results and status are shown as the state published them.
July 1, 2026 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2026-1500
July 29, 2025 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2025-2003
July 22, 2024 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2024-1297
July 18, 2023 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2023-1173
056-Standing orders/first aid instructions
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician or advanced practice registered nurse shall sign and date standing orders or first aid instructions.
060-First aid equipment & supplies
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
First aid equipment and supplies shall be specified by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse in the first aid instructions.
024b-Background checks
Regulation: 19a-428-2t(1)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall comply with the requirements pertaining to staff comprehensive background checks.
August 3, 2022 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2022-1198
069-Policies & procedures for adm. of meds
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
If a youth camp permits the administration of medications of any kind by staff not licensed to administer medication, the youth camp shall have written policies and procedures at the youth camp.
July 23, 2021 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2021-572
066-Abstract record
Regulation: 19a-428-5(e)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at the youth camp shall be kept in a manner that prevents alteration of the information contained in the record such as a bound volume. The abstract record shall include the date, time, circumstances that resulted in the case, the condition, treatment provided and persons responsible for the care. At least once a week these cases shall be reviewed by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse who shall sign and date the abstract record indicating the physician or advanced practice registered nurse's review of cases.
July 29, 2020 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2020-1447
066-Abstract record
Regulation: 19a-428-5(e)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at the youth camp shall be kept in a manner that prevents alteration of the information contained in the record such as a bound volume. The abstract record shall include the date, time, circumstances that resulted in the case, the condition, treatment provided and persons responsible for the care. At least once a week these cases shall be reviewed by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse who shall sign and date the abstract record indicating the physician or advanced practice registered nurse's review of cases.
August 2, 2019 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2019-2755
066-Abstract record
Regulation: 19a-428-5(e)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at the youth camp shall be kept in a manner that prevents alteration of the information contained in the record such as a bound volume. The abstract record shall include the date, time, circumstances that resulted in the case, the condition, treatment provided and persons responsible for the care. At least once a week these cases shall be reviewed by the youth camp physician or advanced practice registered nurse who shall sign and date the abstract record indicating the physician or advanced practice registered nurse's review of cases.
June 26, 2018 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed June 28, 2018 · Inspection number X2018-333
June 26, 2017 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case status: Closed, closed October 18, 2017 · Inspection number X2017-1406
039 -Campers/staff records on file including contact info
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of both staff and campers shall be kept on file at camp and shall include the personal data concerning each member of the staff and camper kept in any reasonable form the camp director may choose.
June 20, 2016 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed June 20, 2016 · Inspection number X2016-121
June 26, 2015 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed June 29, 2015 · Inspection number X2015-537
078a -Local FM certificate for bldg(s) within a year
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
When the Office of Early Childhood or the local director of health so directs, a certificate of approval shall be obtained from the local or state fire marshal.
090 -Written policy and procedure for admin of meds by unlicensed staff on file
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
If a youth camp permits the administration of medications of any kind by unlicensed program staff, the youth camp shall have a written policy and procedures at the youth camp governing the administration of medications
June 20, 2014 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 6 violations
Case status: Closed, closed July 14, 2014 · Inspection number X2014-653
029 -Physician signed and dated Instructions w/in 1 year for First Aider
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician shall sign and date instructions to be carried out in his absence by a person over age twenty-one having American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Training certification, or the equivalent.
066 -Fields free of hazards
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(o)
Rule cited (text as published)
Fields intended for athletic activities or use shall be maintained free of hazards.
077 -Buildings safe and sanitary
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
Buildings shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition.
099 -Documented injectable training current within 1 year by licensed practitioner
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Before program staff members may administer injectable medications, they shall have successfully completed a training program on the administration of injectable medications by a premeasured, commercially prepared syringe. The certifying trainer who shall be a pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse, shall assure that the program staff member understands the indications, side effects, handling and methods of administration for injectable medication. Thereafter, on a yearly basis, the program staff members shall have their skills and competency in the administration of injectable medication validated.
100 -Documented oral, topical and inhalant training by licensed practitioner current within 3 years
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to the administration of any medication by program staff members, the program staff members who are responsible for administering the medications shall first be trained by a pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse in the methods of administration of medications and shall receive written approval from the trainer indicating that the trainee has successfully completed a training program as required herein.
101 -Documented outline of curriculum content of training
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Upon completion of the required training program, the trainer shall provide the trainee with an outline of the curriculum content which verifies that all mandated requirements have been included in the training program. A copy of said outline shall be on file at the youth camp where the trainee is employed for Office review.
July 22, 2013 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed October 9, 2013 · Inspection number X2013-406
029 -Physician signed and dated Instructions w/in 1 year for First Aider
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician shall sign and date instructions to be carried out in his absence by a person over age twenty-one having American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Training certification, or the equivalent.
099 -Documented injectable training current within 1 year by licensed practitioner
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Before program staff members may administer injectable medications, they shall have successfully completed a training program on the administration of injectable medications by a premeasured, commercially prepared syringe. The certifying trainer who shall be a pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse, shall assure that the program staff member understands the indications, side effects, handling and methods of administration for injectable medication. Thereafter, on a yearly basis, the program staff members shall have their skills and competency in the administration of injectable medication validated.
100 -Documented oral, topical and inhalant training by licensed practitioner current within 3 years
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to the administration of any medication by program staff members, the program staff members who are responsible for administering the medications shall first be trained by a pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse in the methods of administration of medications and shall receive written approval from the trainer indicating that the trainee has successfully completed a training program as required herein.
July 20, 2012 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 4 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed August 7, 2012 · Inspection number X2012-566671
029 -Physician signed and dated Instructions w/in 1 year for First Aider
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician shall sign and date instructions to be carried out in his absence by a person over age twenty-one having American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Training certification, or the equivalent.
078a -Local FM certificate for bldg(s) within a year
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
When the Office of Early Childhood or the local director of health so directs, a certificate of approval shall be obtained from the local or state fire marshal.
090 -Written policy and procedure for admin of meds by unlicensed staff on file
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
If a youth camp permits the administration of medications of any kind by unlicensed program staff, the youth camp shall have a written policy and procedures at the youth camp governing the administration of medications
100 -Documented oral, topical and inhalant training by licensed practitioner current within 3 years
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to the administration of any medication by program staff members, the program staff members who are responsible for administering the medications shall first be trained by a pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse in the methods of administration of medications and shall receive written approval from the trainer indicating that the trainee has successfully completed a training program as required herein.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2011-566638
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2011-565541
025 -Perishables have adequate refrigeration
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Camps shall collect and store potentially hazardous food in appropriate refrigeration facilities.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2010-563282
102 -Order from authorized prescriber and parent's permission for all meds
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
032 -Health care staff have CPR & 1st aid certification
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Health care staff shall have American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Training certification, or the equivalent and shall present current proficiency certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation as evidenced by examination by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
099 -Documented injectable training current within 1 year by licensed practitioner
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Before program staff members may administer injectable medications, they shall have successfully completed a training program on the administration of injectable medications by a premeasured, commercially prepared syringe. The certifying trainer who shall be a pharmacist, physician, physician assistant, advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse, shall assure that the program staff member understands the indications, side effects, handling and methods of administration for injectable medication. Thereafter, on a yearly basis, the program staff members shall have their skills and competency in the administration of injectable medication validated.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2009-560346
090 -Written policy and procedure for admin of meds by unlicensed staff on file
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
If a youth camp permits the administration of medications of any kind by unlicensed program staff, the youth camp shall have a written policy and procedures at the youth camp governing the administration of medications
025 -Perishables have adequate refrigeration
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Camps shall collect and store potentially hazardous food in appropriate refrigeration facilities.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 7 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2008-558640
034 -Items specified in Standing Orders/Instructions available
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
First aid equipment and supplies shall be specified by the camp physician in his standing orders and shall be available at the camp.
102 -Order from authorized prescriber and parent's permission for all meds
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
029 -Physician signed and dated Instructions w/in 1 year for First Aider
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician shall sign and date instructions to be carried out in his absence by a person over age twenty-one having American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Training certification, or the equivalent.
045 -Standing orders/first aid instructions on file
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
There shall be on file a memorandum of understanding with the on-call or resident physician concerning the provision of medical care for emergencies and of routine care to be carried out at camp, including standing orders for the nurse, if there is one, and instructions for the director of first aid in lieu of a resident physician or nurse, for both day and residential camps.
089a -All accidents/illnesses reported to DPH as required
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(u)
Rule cited (text as published)
Any fatality which occurs at camp or which results from camping activities or any injury or illness which occurs at camp or which results from camping activities and which is attended by a physician, nurse, or person in charge of health care at the camp, and as a result of which the person (1) is sent home, or (2) is admitted to a hospital, or (3) has a clinical report, laboratory analysis, or x-rays performed which result in a positive diagnosis, shall be reported to the Office of Early Childhood within twenty-four hours by telephone by the camp director. This verbal report shall be confirmed in writing within seventy-two hours of the verbal report on a form provided by the Office of Early Childhood. For day camps, such reports are not required for any injury or illness where the individual as a result of such injury or illness is sent home and for which there is no hospital admission or positive diagnosis by clinical report, laboratory analysis, or x-ray.
089b -Accident/illness reports on file
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(u)
Rule cited (text as published)
The original report form of any fatality, illness or injury reported to the Office of Early Childhood shall be maintained at the camp or sponsoring organization for a minimum of two years.
094 -Original containers with adequate labeling
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Nonprescription Topical Medications shall be stored in the original container and shall contain specific information on the container or packaging.
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All three are published by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood on data.ct.gov as Public Domain. State files updated November 12, 2026. We show the state's text as published; a few visit dates in the files fall far in the future, and we list those as not published. Program details last checked November 12, 2026.