We'll tour the Skilled Trades Education Center

STEC (Skilled Trades Education Center) at Camp Manatoc is an innovative facility developed by the Great Trail Council (Scouting America) to provide youth with practical, hands-on exposure to skilled trades and career pathways. This center bridges traditional outdoor Scouting values with real-world technical training.

Core Program Features

• Workstations: The center features dedicated, hands-on bays for welding, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work.
• Advanced Technology: The facility incorporates modern learning tools, including virtual-reality welding simulators.
• Merit Badges: The center is utilized both during Camp Manatoc Summer Camps and special year-round fall sessions to help Scouts earn specific Skilled Trades merit badges.