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Youth camp · Manchester, CT
LUTZ NATURE CENTER CAMP
A licensed youth camp in Manchester, Connecticut, with its state inspection history from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed youth camp
Address: 269 OAK GROVE ST, OAK GROVE NATURE CENTER, Manchester, CT 06040
OEC license number: YCYC.01084
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Inspection history
Last 3 years: November 12, 2023 to November 12, 2026, when the state's files were last updated
- 3 inspections
- 2 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 14 visits in the state's files from July 11, 2013 to August 13, 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.
August 13, 2026 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2026-2598
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. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the youth camp which shall include evidence that the necessary information and documentation specified by the Office of Early Childhood in order to conduct background checks has been submitted. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request.
August 4, 2025 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2025-2280
July 25, 2024 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2024-1303
061-OTC stock meds
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Only nonprescription drugs shall be available in stock containers in youth camps.
July 5, 2023 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2023-1712
013-Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >20
Regulation: 19a-428-2(d), 19a-428-2(g) and 19a-428-2(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have a director of each individual waterfront or swimming area, including areas devoted to the practice of aquatics, if such areas are used by the youth camp for swimming activities at the camp or on excursions, who shall be at least twenty years of age and shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training current rating or its equivalent, as determined by the Office of Early Childhood. The youth camp director shall not serve as the director of aquatics.
025-Staff records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of staff shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the staff, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
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. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the youth camp which shall include evidence that the necessary information and documentation specified by the Office of Early Childhood in order to conduct background checks has been submitted. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request.
July 11, 2022 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2022-1841
013-Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >20
Regulation: 19a-428-2(d), 19a-428-2(g) and 19a-428-2(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have a director of each individual waterfront or swimming area, including areas devoted to the practice of aquatics, if such areas are used by the youth camp for swimming activities at the camp or on excursions, who shall be at least twenty years of age and shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training current rating or its equivalent, as determined by the Office of Early Childhood. The youth camp director shall not serve as the director of aquatics.
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.
July 26, 2021 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2021-744
013-Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >20
Regulation: 19a-428-2(d), 19a-428-2(g) and 19a-428-2(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have a director of each individual waterfront or swimming area, including areas devoted to the practice of aquatics, if such areas are used by the youth camp for swimming activities at the camp or on excursions, who shall be at least twenty years of age and shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training current rating or its equivalent, as determined by the Office of Early Childhood. The youth camp director shall not serve as the director of aquatics.
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.
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 21, 2020 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 10 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2020-1478
013-Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >20
Regulation: 19a-428-2(d), 19a-428-2(g) and 19a-428-2(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have a director of each individual waterfront or swimming area, including areas devoted to the practice of aquatics, if such areas are used by the youth camp for swimming activities at the camp or on excursions, who shall be at least twenty years of age and shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training current rating or its equivalent, as determined by the Office of Early Childhood. The youth camp director shall not serve as the director of aquatics.
015-Lifeguards certified
Regulation: 19a-428-2(f)
Rule cited (text as published)
Staff acting in a lifeguard capacity shall be certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation by the American Heart Association, the American Red Cross or the American Safety and Health Institute.
027-Individual care plan(s)
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
The record for each camper shall include information regarding disabilities or special health care needs and an individual plan of care for a camper with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.
051-Camper transport vehicles, MV laws
Regulation: 19a-428-4(r)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable motor vehicle laws when transporting staff and campers enrolled in the youth camp. For each camp vehicle used to transport campers or staff, the licensee shall maintain official verification of a motor vehicles safety inspection for the current year and shall register camp vehicles including, if necessary, for their specific use.
057-CT nurse/first aider
Regulation: 19a-428-5(a) and 19a-428-2(l)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have on site a camp nurse or a person at least twenty-one years of age who holds current certification in first aid by the American Red Cross, the American Heart Association, the National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute or Medic First Aid International, Inc. The youth camp director shall not serve as the director of first aid.
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.
074-Documented general med trained staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(A)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to the administration of any medication other than nonprescription topical medications by staff members, the staff members responsible for administering the medications shall first be trained 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. A staff member trained and approved to administer medication shall be present whenever a child who has written orders to receive medication by an authorized prescriber is enrolled and present at the youth camp, and the youth camp permits the administration of medication by staff not licensed to administer medication. The training in the administration of medications shall be documented.
075-Documented oral, topical, inhalant, rectal, non premeasured injectable med trained staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(A)(iii),(v) and (vi); 19a-428-6(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
In addition to training in the methods of administration of medications, before a staff member may administer oral, topical, inhalant, rectal medications or injectable medications other than by a premeasured commercially prepared auto-injector, the staff member shall have successfully completed a training program within three years. Training approval documents and outline shall be maintained on site at the youth camp.
076-Documented premeasured injectable med trained staff
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(A)(iv); 19a-428-6(a)(2)(B)(i), (ii
Rule cited (text as published)
In addition to training in the methods of administration of medications, before a staff member may administer injectable medications by a premeasured commercially prepared auto-injector, the staff member shall have successfully completed a training program within one year. Training approval documents and outline shall be maintained on site at the youth camp.
025-Staff records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of staff shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the staff, the name, address and telephone numbers including the business telephone number of the parent or an adult next of kin who shall be notified in an emergency, the date of first attendance at the youth camp and the date of leaving the youth camp permanently in the case of residence youth camps, or the last date of attendance at the youth camp in the case of day camps, and a current physical examination or health status certification.
July 22, 2019 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2019-2717
027-Individual care plan(s)
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
The record for each camper shall include information regarding disabilities or special health care needs and an individual plan of care for a camper with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary.
039-Food service
Regulation: 19a-428-4(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Youth camps that dispense foods or beverages shall meet requirements of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Day camps shall collect and store potentially hazardous food in accordance with the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies.
078-Written parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications described, no medication, prescription or nonprescription, shall be administered to a child without the written permission of the child's parent which shall be on file at the youth camp.
July 23, 2018 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed July 26, 2018 · Inspection number X2018-1590
August 14, 2017 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed August 28, 2017 · Inspection number X2017-1072
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
July 25, 2016 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed August 8, 2016 · Inspection number X2016-1117
047 -Bound log available
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at camp shall be kept in a bound volume noting the date, the condition, the disposal and the persons responsible for the care.
081 -Director responsible for health, comfort & safety of campers and staff
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(s)
Rule cited (text as published)
The camp director shall be responsible at all times for the health, comfort and safety of campers and staff.
August 6, 2015 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed August 6, 2015 · Inspection number X2015-569
July 22, 2014 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed September 17, 2014 · Inspection number X2014-419
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 11, 2013 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 7 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed August 13, 2013 · Inspection number X2013-955
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.
040 -Camper/staff records current within 36 months
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 a physical examination or health status certification by a physician, an advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse or a physician assistant dated within thirty-six months prior to the date of arrival at camp.
041 -Immunization history
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 a complete immunization history.
047 -Bound log available
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
An abstract record of all cases treated at camp shall be kept in a bound volume noting the date, the condition, the disposal and the persons responsible for the care.
085 -Staff trained re: emergency health & safety procedures
Regulation: 19a-422(4)
Rule cited (text as published)
Prior to assuming responsibility for campers, staff shall be trained on the camp's policies and procedures pertaining to emergency health and safety procedures.
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.
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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.