At Camp Matoaka we understand the importance of our counselors having a unique summer working experience that will remain with them for a lifetime. Listed below are a few reasons why Camp Matoaka is unique in the way we look after our counselors.

Counselors are able to receive personal phone calls during free time, and the telephones are covered from 7:30 AM till 11:00 PM daily. Messages will be taken for counselors who receive calls during working hours.

Camp Matoaka provides transportation for counselors in and out of town four nights per week.

Counselors have the flexibility to schedule their own rest hour, evening, and night duties.

We have renovated our counselor lodge with laundry facilities, a televison, DVD player, pool table, dart board and seating area.

Camp staff have access to e-mail and the Internet.

Before you commit to summer camp be sure you have asked all of the right questions. Here are a few questions you should always ask to ensure you find the right camp for you.

What is the camper to counselor ratio in the bunks and in the departments?

What is the average age of the counselors?

How old do you have to be to apply for a counselor's position?

Can I use the camp equipment during my free time?

Do you cater to counselors who have special diets or who are vegetarian?

Do I have to purchase a staff uniform?

How do I get to camp?

Do I have to leave camp on my day off?

What is the percentage of staff that returns every summer?

What is the camp philosophy?