Bauer Park

09/01/2026

08/29/2026

POND DIPPING FOR FAMILIES
Saturday, September 12, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Back by popular demand! Bring your family to join in this Bauer tradition and have the chance to observe some freshwater creatures up close! All pond dipping equipment will be provided but feel free to bring your favorite net. The program begins in the Bauer Classroom but mostly takes place outside so dress for the weather. Please wear clothes and shoes/boots that you don’t mind getting a little wet and muddy. All children must be accompanied by an adult, and all adults and children must pay the registration fee. Recommended for ages 3 and up.

Program recommended for ages 3 and up. Preregistration is required for all attendees, and all children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $5.00 residents/$7.00 non-residents
Instructor: Donna Dione
Register at www.madisonct.org/recreation or in the Beach & Recreation Office at the Surf Club, 203-245-5623.

08/10/2026

Support the Bauer Park Fall Festival - a Beloved Community tradition for 28 years!
email [email protected] for more information.

07/28/2026

BAUER BUDDIES CAMP
Become a Bauer Buddy and join in the fun of exploring Bauer Park! We will learn about nature and science through activities such as hiking, singing, playing games, reading stories and making crafts. Held at the Bauer Park Classroom and throughout Park grounds. Children should be dressed appropriately for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes and sunscreen, and bring a snack and water bottle. This is a drop-off program.
For Elementary Ages 5.5 – 7; MUST HAVE COMPLETED KINDERGARTEN.
Instructor: Donna Dione

Bauer Buddies Camp: Animal Adventures
Monday – Friday
August 17 – 21, 2026
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Theme: We will learn about some of the animals in Bauer Park and see how many we can find on our daily excursions. We will focus on unique adaptations of animal groups such as Insects, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians and Mammals.
More information, pricing and registration available under Nature Programs at https://ctmadisonweb.myvscloud.com/webtrac/web/splash.html See less

07/15/2026

If you missed last week's lemonade stand - you have another chance! Thursday, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at Bauer Park. Stop by and support the kids and the Madison Food Pantry!

07/14/2026

Mini-Explorers Camp: Animal Adventures
Monday – Friday, August 17-21, 2026, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $183.00 Madison Residents /$193.00 Non-residents

We will learn about some of the animals in Bauer Park and see how many we can find on our daily excursions. We will focus on unique adaptations of animal groups such as Insects, Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians and Mammals.

Held at the Bauer Park Classroom and throughout Park grounds. Children should be dressed appropriately for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes and sunscreen, and bring a snack and water bottle. This is a drop-off program.
For Preschoolers Ages 3-5 - MUST BE TOILET-TRAINED AND PRE-KINDERGARTEN.

Register at www.madisonct.org/recreation under Nature Programs or in the Beach & Recreation Office at the Surf Club, 203-245-5623.

07/14/2026

Spread the word! Thanks Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee for sponsoring this - and encouraging our kids to travel about safely this summer!

07/09/2026

Today at 11:30 am. It's a perfect day for some lemonade to support a great cause!