Park & Rec FAQ

 

 Reserve Parks, Shelters & Fees

Shelter reservations are handled at the Parks and Recreation Office located at the Baraboo Civic Center, 124 2nd Street, Room 17.   Reservations are taken on a first come first serve basis for up to 1 Year in advance of the current date.  We DO NOT reserve shelters over the phone.  A completed reservation form and proper payment are required to confirm a reservation. Reservations can be done in person or via mail.  
Current Fee Schedule 

Are there any regulations for using park facilities?
To help keep the park and recreation experiences healthy and enjoyable, regulations have been drafted by the Baraboo Parks and Recreation Commission and enacted into law by the Common Council of the City of Baraboo.  The following regulations are important for park users to follow for their safety and the preservation of our parks.
* Pets are not allowed on park property, with the exception of the Baraboo Riverwalk, The Baraboo Dog Park, Deppe Recreation Area and dogs assisting the physically challenged.
*Alcoholic beverages are allowed in the park but, must be served in cans, paper products or some other non-breakable container.
*Glass containers, firearms or fireworks are not allowed on any park property.
*Trash must be disposed of in the proper waste receptacles.
*Fires are allowed in grills or fireplaces only.
*Tents, volleyball, canopy or any types of stakes are not permitted on the grounds without prior approval. 
*Park Hours are 7am-9pm May thru October and 7am-7pm November thru April.

 Civic Center Fitness Room Fees

The Fitness Center offers rates for everyone.
Residents are defined as anyone living in the Baraboo City Limits - Senior Citizen's are age 55 and over.
By City Ordinance, no one under the age of 14 years old can use the Fitness Center.
Fitness Center Fees

 Registrations & Recreation

How is Residency defined?
For all Parks & Recreation activities, a Resident is anyone who has a primary address within the City Limits of Baraboo.  The Baraboo Parks & Recreation is supported by City of Baraboo residents tax dollars and by sponsorship and individual participation fees.  Non-residents who reside in the Baraboo School District are invited to participate, but are required to pay an additional non-resident fee.  If there is a limit to the number of participants allowed in a program, residents will have first opportunity to register.  When there is a participation limit, each person may register their immediate family and one other family only.

How do I register my child for programs?
Registration for youth programs has just gotten easier.  
NEW REGISTRATION

 

How do I find out if a program is cancelled due to in-climate weather?
As soon as a decision is made for any programs, it will be announced on WRPQ 740AM radio, the City of Baraboo website at www.cityofbaraboo.com click on "City Departments" then "Parks and Recreation" announcements will appear at the top right column under the "Recreation Newsflash" Heading. Also, after 5:00pm on the Parks and Recreation Information and Cancellation Voicemail at 355-2760 program announcements can be heard.  Please do not call the office prior to 5:00pm to ask if programs are cancelled.

What is the refund policy?
Full team sponsorship refunds will be given only if a league does not form.
On individual fees, a refund of the registration fee minus a $5.00 processing fee will be given prior to the start date of a program only.
Once a program has started, there will be no refunds.
For Park Shelter Reservations:  If a cancellation is made 7 days prior to the reservation, 50% of the fee paid is refunded.  However, if an event can be rescheduled, we make every effort to accommodate the transfer of paid fees to the new date.