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Parks and Rec Summer Notes!

East Haddam Town Beach Parking Permit Regulations

As of Saturday, May 25, 2024 all vehicles must have a Town of East Haddam permit or visitor’s daily pass to park at the Town Beach through September 2 (Labor Day). The Town Beach is open daily from dawn until dusk. Lifeguards are on duty daily from 10am-5pm, beginning June 15. All visitors must adhere to the beach regulations (below) or will be asked to leave.


PROCEDURES FOR PERMANENT RESIDENT PASSES
Town permits may be obtained at no cost from the East Haddam Public Works Department. If you do not have a current permit, we will accept a driver’s license with current East Haddam/Moodus/Lake Hayward address noted. If driver’s license does not include an East Haddam/Moodus/Lake Hayward address, a suitable proof of residency such as tax bill or utility bill must also be presented. Driver’s license or photo ID will be matched with either the tax bill or utility bill.
Note: Registered motorcycles require a parking pass.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR VISITORS/NON-RESIDENTS
Non-resident daily passes may be obtained in person from the Town Beach parking attendant. Parking pass must be placed on the car dashboard, so it is visible to beach attendant. Please note, there is no parking on the street and there is NO OVERNIGHT PARKING ALLOWED.

A non-resident season pass may be purchased at our Parks and Rec Office (1 Plains Road, Moodus, CT 06469) or on our website www.easthaddamrec.com (must create an account). Season passes are not available for purchase at the beach. A completed application must accompany payment. If paying by check, please make payable to: EHPR, P.O. Box 385, Moodus, CT  06469. All season passes will be mailed to the address provided or may be picked up in person at the Parks and Rec Office. Season passes must be hung from rear-view mirror so they are visible to beach attendant. Please note parking on the street  and OVERNIGHT PARKING ARE NOT ALLOWED.
 
DAILY FEE
$20 PER CAR VEHICLE
NO REFUNDS
SEASON FEE
$120 PER CAR

East Haddam Town Beach Rules and Regulations
291 East Haddam Colchester Turnpike, Moodus, Connecticut
 
BEACHES- Chapter 162
GENERAL REFERENCES
 
Alcoholic beverages — See Ch. 154. Boating — See Ch. 171.
162-1. Hours.
The area shall be open from sunrise to sunset, with exceptions by
permission of the Recreation Director.
 
162-2. Parking regulations.
Vehicles are not allowed across the pond causeway to the swimming
and picnic area without staff permission.
Parking cars and boat trailers shall be limited to designated areas only.
 
162-3. Beach regulations.
Swimming is allowed in the designated area only.
When no lifeguards are on duty, swim at your own risk.
No glassware or bottles are allowed.
Refuse shall be placed in designated containers.
No animals or pets are allowed.
Only United States Coast Guard approved flotation devices are allowed.
Athletic equipment is allowed in designated areas only.
No smoking.
No open flames (including bonfires and grills) unless prior written
approval is obtained from the Recreation Director.
 
162-4. Boat regulations.
All boats must be launched and stored in the designated area.
No boats or water skiers are allowed within 100 feet of the swimming
area.
Boats, cars or trailers may not be left in the area after closing time.
 
162-5. Alcoholic beverages.
The consumption of alcoholic beverages shall not be permitted on Town
beach property, including the parking lot and fields, and no alcoholic
beverages, whether in open or sealed containers, are permitted on Town
beach property, including the parking lot and fields, without prior
permission from the Board of Selectmen.
 
162-6. Penalties for offenses.
Anyone violating any of the provisions of this chapter shall be fined not more
than $250 and be subject to loss of park privileges.


NEW ADDITION 
We are excited to offer kayak rack storage rental at the East Haddam Town Beach. Many thanks to Aaron Allen who constructed the kayak racks as part of his Eagle Scout Project.
Kayak Rack Storage Application

Meet our Summer 2024 Team

Summer Camps 2024 - Grades are as of Fall 2024.
Noises Sports Academy – June 17-21 pending last day of school (Volleyball, Cheerleading, Basketball) and June 24-28 (Baseball, Softball, and Soccer)
Grades 1-9 (varies by sport)

Pokemon Engineering using LEGO Materials – July 1-3, Grades K-5

Abrakadoodle Kick, Catch, and Splash Art Camp – July 1-3, Ages 6-10

Summer Day Camp – July 8-August 16, Grades 1-8

Skyhawks Mini-Hawk and Multi-Sport Tots
Wednesday evenings, July 10-August 14, Ages 2-7

Skyhawks Tennis Camp- July 22-26, Ages 7-12

Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers Let’s Go Camping - July 29-August 2,
Ages 3-5

Abrakadoodle World Travel and Extreme STEM Art Camp - August 5-9,
Ages 6-10

Skyhawks Track and Field Camp - August 12-16, Ages 7-12

CAS Soccer Camp – August 19-23, Ages 4-14

Transportation Engineering using LEGO Materials - August 19-23
Grades K-2

MARVELous Engineering Using LEGO Materials, August 19-23,
Grades 3-5

18+ Pick-up Basketball: Monday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m., July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29  and Thursday 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. July 11, 18, 25 (no July 4). $32 for session or $5 drop-in. Municipal Gym.

August
Monday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. August 5, 12 (NHRHS Gym), 19, 26 and Thursday 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29


Co-Ed Open Gym Basketball with Coach Lombardo for Grades 7-12 (Fall 2024): (Must have previous competitive experience) Tuesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13 and Thursdays, July 11, 18, 25, August 1, 8, 15. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Cost: $60 for session. East Haddam Elementary School.

16+ Volleyball: Tuesday 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. July  2, 9, 16, 23, 30. $20 or session or $5 drop-in. Municipal Gym. No August Session.

Open Gym Volleyball for Grades 7&8 (Fall 2024): Tuesdays July 9, 16, 23, 30, August 6, 13 (Middle School Gym) 5:00-6:30 p.m. Cost $24. Municipal Gym. 

Boot Camp: Ages 16+. Boot Camp Fitness offers custom small group training sessions offered by a Certified Personal Trainer.  Our sessions focus on exercises and functional training.  A 60-minute workout with a 15-minute ending stretch will improve your core strength and balance.  June 18- August 8. 1x/week $64 or $10 drop-in. Classes will be held in the Old Town Hall on Town Street on Tuesday, 6:00 - 7:15 p.m. and Municipal Gym on Thursday, 5:45 - 7:00 p.m.

Gentle Yoga: This class is appropriate for all levels of fitness or yoga experience. Ages 16 and up. Improve your strength and flexibility while decreasing stress. Enjoy moving your body and breathing mindfully! We have in person class on Sundays and Wednesdays and a virtual option via Facebook on Wednesday. Sunday: June 16-July 21, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Senior Center. $60 for a 6 week session or $15 for a single class. Municipal Building, Parks & Rec Activity Room.

18+ Pickleball Sessions: Sunday 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. July 7, 14, 21, 28. $24. Wednesday 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31.Open play. $30 for the session or $8 drop-in. Municipal Gym.

Stop the Bleed Course: This is a FREE 60-90 minute class presented by STOP THE BLEED, American College of Surgeons. Learn how to stop bleeding until the First Responders arrive. 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. on the third Monday of every month beginning August 19, 2024. Municipal Building, Meeting Room 3. Space limited. Register online at easthaddamrec.com.

Multi-Sport Tots (Rookies): Ages 2-3.5. Introduce your little superstar to sports in our most popular program! This baseball, basketball & soccer class uses age-appropriate games and activities to explore balance, hand/eye coordination, fitness, sport skills and child development. Wednesdays, 7/10 - 8/14 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. Parent participation required for ages 2-3.5 years. Cost $89.
Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School.

Mini-Hawk (Baseball, Basketball & Soccer): Ages 4-7. This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. Sports are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with encouragement and fun. Through exciting games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. Wednesdays, 7/10 - 8/14.  Ages 4-5: 5:00 - 5:50 p.m. Cost $99. Ages 6-7: 6:00 - 6:50 p.m. Cost $99. Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School.

Tennis Camp: Ages 7-12. Whether your child is a beginning or intermediate player, this program will improve their game and help them get more enjoyment from tennis. Our tennis programs focus on skill refinement as well as practice and match play to develop consistent, well-rounded tennis players. Monday-Friday, 7/22-7/26  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost: $179.  Municipal Tennis Courts.

Track & Field Camp: Ages 7-12. The fundamentals of body positioning, stride, proper stretching, and cool-down techniques are all covered in this unique program. Participants will put it all together for one fun-filled day at the end of the week for a Skyhawks track meet! Monday- Friday, 8/12-8/16 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Cost $179. Nathan Hale-Ray HS Track.

CAS (Community Athletic Solutions)Summer Soccer Camp- Ages 4-14. CAS Community Camps focus on creating a fun learning environment while fostering a love for the game of soccer through skill acquisition, conditioned practices and small-sided games. Monday-Friday, August 19-23. Ages 4-6: 9:00-10:30 a.m. Cost $130. Ages 6-14: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Cost $175. Fee includes a soccer ball and t-shirt. Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School.

Pickleball: Wednesdays, August 7, 14 7:00-9:00pm and August 21, 28 5:30-7:30pm, $24
Drop-in: $8

Sundays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., August 4, 11, 18, 25, $24
Drop-in: $8