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Youth camp · Simsbury, CT
HEADS UP HARTFORD
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, Simsbury, CT 06070
Phone: (860) 408-4467
OEC license number: YCYC.00929
View the official record on Connecticut's eLicense lookup (search license number YCYC.00929).
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 16 visits in the state's files from June 27, 2012 to June 26, 2026, newest first, with 30 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.
June 26, 2026 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2026-1980
June 26, 2025 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2025-2244
June 25, 2024 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2024-2605
June 23, 2023 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2023-1799
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.
June 29, 2022 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2022-1908
June 25, 2019 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 5 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2019-3028
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.
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.
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.
June 25, 2018 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 1 violation
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed September 13, 2018 · Inspection number X2018-2778
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 27, 2017 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed June 27, 2017 · Inspection number X2017-2495
June 24, 2016 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed October 11, 2016 · Inspection number X2016-3083
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.
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.
095 -Locked storage for prescription meds
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(v)
Rule cited (text as published)
Except for nonprescription topical medications, medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container, in a refrigerator in keeping with the label or manufacturer's directions, away from food and inaccessible to children and unauthorized personnel. External and internal medications shall be stored separately from each other. Keys to the locked area or container shall be accessible only to personnel authorized to administer medication.
June 23, 2015 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed June 23, 2015 · Inspection number X2015-2448
June 24, 2014 · Unannounced inspection (full) · No violations listed
Case result (as published): Closed No Violations · Case status: Closed, closed June 24, 2014 · Inspection number X2014-1500
June 27, 2013 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 6 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed February 3, 2014 · Inspection number X2013-1693
024 -Food service conforms to 19-13-B42
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Facilities for dispensing foods or beverages shall meet regulatory requirements.
084 -Staff trained re: appropriate behavioral management and supervision
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 behavioral management and supervision.
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.
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.
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.
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.
June 27, 2012 · Unannounced inspection (full) · 2 violations
Case result (as published): Corrective Action Plan · Case status: Closed, closed October 1, 2012 · Inspection number X2012-567864
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.
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.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 6 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2011-566539
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.
069 -Camper transport vehicles safety inspected
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(o)
Rule cited (text as published)
Vehicles used for the transport of campers both on and off the camping premises shall have a motor vehicles safety sticker for the current year and shall be licensed including, if necessary, licensure for their specific use.
084 -Staff trained re: appropriate behavioral management and supervision
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 behavioral management and supervision.
072 -Field trip itinerary and permission slips
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(o)
Rule cited (text as published)
When any out of camp outings or trips are planned, advance information shall be kept on file which will include permission of the campers to participate, signed by the parent or guardian, the purpose of the trip and the itinerary, the names of the campers, trip director and staff.
075 -Written lease for youth camp site or owned by operator
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
The camp site shall be owned by the operator or the operator shall have a written lease giving permission to use the site for a youth camp.
024 -Food service conforms to 19-13-B42
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(h)
Rule cited (text as published)
Facilities for dispensing foods or beverages shall meet regulatory requirements.
Visit date not published · Unannounced inspection (full) · 3 violations
Case status: Closed · Inspection number X2010-563020
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.
001 -License displayed/camp operating only as licensed
Regulation: 19a-422
Rule cited (text as published)
The license shall be posted in a conspicuous place at camp headquarters. Any licensed youth camp shall operate only as the type of camp authorized by such license.
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 X2009-559917
038 -Communicable disease control
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(k)
Rule cited (text as published)
Communicable disease control shall meet the requirements of the state regulations.
083 -DCF 136 report forms available to staff
Regulation: -
Rule cited (text as published)
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075 -Written lease for youth camp site or owned by operator
Regulation: 19-13-B27a(q)
Rule cited (text as published)
The camp site shall be owned by the operator or the operator shall have a written lease giving permission to use the site for a youth camp.
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- Child Care & Youth Camp Licensing Program Data: program details.
- Child Care & Youth Camp Licensing Inspections: visit dates, types and case results.
- Child Care & Youth Camp Licensing Violations: violations and regulation text.
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.