OEC

Outdoor Education Center (OEC)

Located in East Lyme, CT. Open to the Yale Community and East Lyme Residents. 

Overnight stays, cabin, and campsite rentals are no longer available at the Outdoor Education Center.

No Overnight

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  • OEC Group Rentals & Access

    Interested in sponsoring a gathering, wedding, or group visit to the OEC? Learn more about fees, process, and insurance requirements. 

  • OEC Member & Visitor Information

    Interested in visiting the OEC or purchasing a membership? Know before you go! Learn more about hours, fees, and to purchase a membership.

  • OEC Policies, Guidelines, Advisories, & FAQ

    Learn more about what is permitted at the OEC, what to bring, safety for our visitors, and advisories for local wildlife.  

  • Directions and Site Maps

    Find directions to the OEC and view the Site Map.

  • About the OEC

    Learn more about the background and history of the OEC and Powers Lake. View images of the OEC. 

OEC Employment (East Lyme, CT)

Position Position Description How to Apply & Learn More
OEC Lifeguard

OEC Lifeguards serve as waterfront lifeguards at the Yale Outdoor Education Center,  located in East Lyme, CT.

Additional duties include providing exceptional customer service for members and visitors, following and enforcing policies and procedures, supervising of paddle craft, montirnoting waterfront safety/crowd control, performing light waterfront and picnic grove maintenance work, and other duties as assigned. 

This position requires: 

  • Current (or able to obtain) American Red Cross Waterfront Lifeguard, First Aid, and CPR/AED Certification. On-site training is available for those selected for the position; however, they must pass the certification course. 
  • Connecticut Safe Boating Course certification.  On-site training is available  for those selected for the position; however, they must pass the certification course.  Basic boating/paddle craft knowledge preferred. 
  • Ability to work flexible days/hours including  weekends, holidays, and weekdays between the hours of 9:30am to 5:30pm (OEC is closed on Mondays).
  • Preferred job period: Mid-June through Labor Day. 

Hiring now for Summer 2025. 

E-Mail Tom Migdalski

Applications must include Resume , Cover Letter, and Certifications.