MAHACKENO OUTDOOR CENTER
About MAHACKENO OUTDOOR CENTER
MAHACKENO OUTDOOR CENTER in Westport offers summer programs as a licensed summer camp provider. This program offers structured summer programming that keeps children active, engaged, and learning during the break from school. Connecticut youth camps are licensed by the OEC and must meet specific health, safety, and staff qualification requirements. MAHACKENO OUTDOOR CENTER holds license #YCYC.00091, verified through CT OEC. Ask about the counselor-to-camper ratio and whether counselors receive training in first aid, CPR, and behavior management before the season starts
Last updated April 2026
Summer Camp Services
Services offered by MAHACKENO OUTDOOR CENTER:
- Summer Programs
- Swimming, sports, and outdoor adventure
- Arts, crafts, music, and theater programs
- STEM and academic enrichment activities
- Field trips and special event days
- Extended care options for working parents
Summer Camp in Westport — FAQ
What types of summer camps are available in Westport?
Westport offers traditional day camps with swimming, sports, and arts; specialty camps focused on STEM, coding, theater, or sports; nature and outdoor adventure camps; and academic enrichment programs. Most day camps run 9am-4pm with optional extended care until 6pm. Ages typically range from 4-15 depending on the program.
Do summer camps need to be licensed in CT?
Connecticut day camps are licensed by the CT Department of Public Health (DPH). Licensed camps must meet safety, sanitation, and staffing requirements including certified lifeguards for any swimming activities. Ask Westport camps for their current DPH license and inquire about counselor-to-camper ratios and background check policies. CT's Care4Kids subsidy program may cover summer camp costs for income-eligible families — check care4kids.ct.gov for details.
Questions to Ask When You Visit
Before choosing a summer camp provider, bring this list to your visit or call.
- 1What is the daily schedule, and what activities are included?
- 2What is the counselor-to-camper ratio?
- 3How do you handle heat, severe weather, and outdoor safety?
- 4Are there options for extended hours if I work full-time?
- 5What training do your counselors receive?
- 6How do you handle homesickness or behavioral issues?
Summer Camp Costs in Connecticut
Average summer camp cost for toddlers in CT: $200-400/week. Rates vary by provider, location, and hours needed.
Financial Assistance
Care 4 Kids: Connecticut's Care 4 Kids program helps eligible families pay for childcare while they work or attend school. The program covers licensed family childcare, center-based care, and before/after school programs.
Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
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State Inspection Record
69 citations across 26 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.
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1 investigation on record (1 self-reported by the provider)
Data from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) public records. Updated April 2026.
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