The Mattatuck Messenger

We hope to issue it about four times a year. We could have named it "Kenosha Log" after a camp newsletter from the 1950's, but it's important to use the name "Mattatuck" in the title. The name "Mattatuck Messenger" is borrowed from an old Mattatuck Council newsletter issued from time-to-time in the 1960's and 1970's. The idea for a newsletter was the developed shortly after the death of our beloved friend and camp director, Tom Horan, on December 13, 1998. Former Scouts, camp staff members, and leaders came from far and wide to pay their respects to Tom. So many had questions about how camp was, or questions about former staff members. Many of us feel an obligation to help continue Tom's work. For some it will be to serve Scouting as a leader. For others it will be to help the Order of the Arrow or the Mattatuck Volunteers with work projects. Others may help by contributing money. This newsletter will give you information on how you can do these things. The sudden passing of Barney Surprenant further emphasizes the need for people to "step up to the plate". Each issue will include:

  • Dates of upcoming Order of the Arrow and Mattatuck Volunteer work projects.
  • A where is he now article on a Mattatuck Scout or leader from years past.
  • Trailblazers, a story on one of camp's leaders from long ago.
  • News about camp: new programs, buildings, staff reunions, present camp staff, etc.

This first issue was mailed to everyone on the staff alumni list and distributed to local Scout troops. We'd like to hear from you. If you have a story to tell, mail it or e-mail it. Have an old photo you'd like to share? Need to locate an old friend? Have a suggestion for a future article? Your input into the newsletter is most welcome.

 

Contact:
Joe LeClair
11 Altair Avenue
Plymouth, CT 06782
(860) 283-4029
ileclair@snet.net

Due to the cost of printing and mailing the newsletter, future issues of the Mattatuck Messenger are being distributed electronically except for those who contribute to the Mattatuck Volunteers. A $10 per year donation per year is recomended. To receive notices of the electronic version, subscribe to the Mattatuck Volunteers Mailing List.