Certain geographic areas are more heavily represented than others. Since most of our campers hear about Matoaka from friendships with current families and alumnae. Our largest groups of campers come from greater Boston and south Florida, but New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Maryland, Pennsylvannia, Illinois, and California are well represented. We know to be an effective counselor, you need to take time to yourself. Specifically, you receive one period off per day, and rest hour off unless you are scheduled to be on duty.
Every counselor is given six days off for the summer, as well as one day off during orientation.
Matoaka is not a uniform camp however, we do require all staff to purchase a minimum amount of staff clothing. Counselors are permitted to wear clothing that is appropriate for the activity they are teaching. Staff are expected to be role models and set a proper example. Excessive tattoos and body piercing are frowned upon. Most female staff live with the campers in the cabins.