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Youth camp · Simsbury, CT
ETHEL WALKER SUMMER RIDING EXPERIENCE
A licensed youth camp in Simsbury, Connecticut, with its state inspection history from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
Program details
Program type: Licensed youth camp
Address: 230 BUSHY HILL RD, ETHEL WALKER SCHOOL, EQUESTRIAN CENTER, Simsbury, CT 06070
Phone: (860) 539-5621
OEC license number: YCYC.00972
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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
- 8 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 17 visits in the state's files from July 11, 2012 to July 13, 2026, newest first, with 55 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 13, 2026 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2026-1327
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.
July 21, 2025 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 6 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2025-918
007-Approved director/alt. director
Regulation: 19a-428-2(c), 19a-422
Rule cited (text as published)
Each youth camp shall have a youth camp director or alternate director who shall be at least twenty-one years of age and shall be approved by the Office of Early Childhood. The camp director or assistant director shall be on site at all times the camp is in operation.
024-Emergency plan
Regulation: 19a-428-2(r)
Rule cited (text as published)
The licensee shall develop, in consultation with the local emergency management director, a written emergency management plan for matters that include, but are not limited to, fire, a medical incident, a weather related incident, a man-made disaster, natural disasters or acts of terrorism. The plan shall address the assignment of staff responsibilities, identification of means of egress, identification of evacuation sites that will provide safe temporary care for children, transportation, plans for shelter in place if evacuation is not feasible, lock-down procedures, and accommodations for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions that have been developed in consultation with the child's parent(s). All staff shall be trained on the details of the plan and a copy shall be maintained on-site and available to all staff.
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.
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.
077-Written authorized prescriber permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
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 which shall be on file at the youth camp.
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 16, 2024 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2024-911
June 27, 2023 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2023-557
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.
August 11, 2022 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2022-468
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.
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.
June 30, 2021 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 9 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2021-146
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.
026-Child records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of campers shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the camper, 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.
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.
042-Buildings safe & sanitary
Regulation: 19a-428-4(j)(2)
Rule cited (text as published)
Buildings shall be maintained in a safe and sanitary condition. 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.
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.
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.
077-Written authorized prescriber permission
Regulation: 19a-428-6(a)(2)(C)(i) and (ii)
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 which shall be on file at the youth camp.
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.
August 13, 2020 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2020-1615
010-Director responsible for health, comfort & safety
Regulation: 19a-428-2(c)(3)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp director shall be responsible at all times for the health, comfort and safety of campers and staff.
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 16, 2019 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 5 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2019-785
018-Horseback riding director
Regulation: 19a-428-2(j) and 19a-428-2(o)
Rule cited (text as published)
The youth camp shall have a director of horseback riding activities, if such activities are provided by the youth camp, who shall be at least eighteen years of age and possess evidence satisfactory to the Office of Early Childhood of appropriate training and experience, as determined by the Office of Early Childhood. Whenever campers or staff are participating in this activity, the director of the activity, or, in the absence of the director of the activity, any other staff member who satisfies the age, training, and experience requirements of the director of the activity shall be on-site where the activity is occurring.
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.
026-Child records current/complete
Regulation: 19a-428-3(a)
Rule cited (text as published)
Records of campers shall be kept on file at the youth camp and shall include, but not be limited to, the name, age and address of the camper, 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.
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.
053-Parent permission
Regulation: 19a-428-4(t)
Rule cited (text as published)
For each out of camp outing, signed parent permission for each camper participating shall be obtained prior to the outing. Such permission forms shall be maintained on-site at the youth camp for one (1) year along with documentation of the purpose of the trip, the exact destination, itinerary, and attendance for campers and staff.
July 13, 2018 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed July 19, 2018 · Inspection number X2018-1233
July 14, 2017 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case status: Closed, closed July 14, 2017 · Inspection number X2017-1938
July 12, 2016 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed July 12, 2016 · Inspection number X2016-1119
July 6, 2015 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 8 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed October 2, 2015 · Inspection number X2015-961
028 -Physician signed and dated Standing Orders w/in 1 year
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(j)
Rule cited (text as published)
Annually the physician shall sign and date standing orders to be carried out in his absence by the camp nurse.
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.
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.
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.
043 -Hospital agreement (Residential camp)
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
For resident camps there shall be on file a memorandum of understanding between the camp director and the nearest hospital with regard to arrangements for emergency medical care.
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.
056-All lifeguards certified in ARC CPR/AED Prof. Res or AHA BLS Healthcare Prov, face shield
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(n)
Rule cited (text as published)
The Director of each waterfront or swimming area shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification or an equivalent certification.
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.
July 14, 2014 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 5 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed September 17, 2014 · Inspection number X2014-1648
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.
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.
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.
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.
054 -Waterfront/swimming area director(s) certified, age >20
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(n)
Rule cited (text as published)
The director of each individual waterfront or swimming area, including areas devoted to the practice of aquatics, shall be over age twenty and shall possess an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training current rating or its equivalent.
July 24, 2013 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed July 24, 2013 · Inspection number X2013-1537
July 11, 2012 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed July 18, 2012 · Inspection number X2012-567643
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.
048 -Weekly review of cases by MD/signed and dated
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(m)
Rule cited (text as published)
At least once a week those cases treated at camp shall be reviewed by the camp physician who shall sign and date the bound volume indicating his review of cases.
092 -Campers who self-administer have documented parent and MD permission
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Children enrolled at youth camps may self administer medications only when there is documented parental and authorized prescriber's permission.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 8 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2011-565365
103 -Meds administered in accordance with written order
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
The program staff member shall administer medication only in accordance with the written order of the authorized prescriber. The parent shall be notified of any medication errors immediately by telephone and in writing within seventy-two (72) hours, and the error shall be documented in the medication administration record.
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
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.
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.
105 -All medication errors reported to parents immediately by phone and in writing within 72 hours
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
The camp shall notify the parent of any medication errors immediately by telephone and in writing within seventy-two (72) hours.
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.
104 -MAR maintained, current
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications described, individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the youth camp. The medication administration record shall become part of the child's health record when the course of medication has ended.
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.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 4 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2010-563307
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.
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.
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.
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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.