Our Clubs
The Wisconsin Hoofers is the premier outdoors club at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. With nearly 2,000 members, Hoofers is one of the oldest and largest student organization on campus. From sailing on Lake Mendota to climbing at Devil’s Lake, Hoofers is a place where people of all abilities can learn outdoor skills and enjoy outdoor activities. Hoofers is proud to be part of the Wisconsin Union Directorate, the student programming and leadership board for the Wisconsin Union. Get outside with us and hoof on!

Mountaineering
Rock OnFrom conquering the rock wall at Boulders Climbing Gym to traveling the country in search of the most challenging climbs in the country, Mountaineering Club members take trips that challenge climbers of all levels.

Outing
Get FoundFrom canoe trips and backpacking excursions in the fall, to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the winter, Outing Club members explore the country through wilderness excursions.

Riding
Change PaceFrom horseback riding lessons to schooling shows, Riding Club members are involved in all the ins and outs of riding and horsemanship.

Sailing
Set SailFrom learning how to sail a C-Scow to weekly Friday night socials, Sailing Club members spend time with fellow sailors on and off the water. The Sailing Club’s claim to fame: they have the second largest inland fleet of boats in the nation.
Scuba
Go DeeperFrom year-round trips and training sessions to socials with other divers, Scuba Club members (both certified and not) explore life beneath the surface.
Ski and Snowboard
ShredFrom weekly trips to Tyrol Basin to the Jackson Hole spring break excursion, Ski and Snowboard Club members know how to take advantage of winter.
Get Out and Get Active
How to Join
1. Pick a Club!
We offer six clubs: Mountaineering, Outing, Riding, Sailing, Scuba, and Ski & Snowboard. You can join as many clubs as you'd like! For more information, check out each club's site from the menu above, or head over to the Clubs page for an overview!
2. Create your Account!
When you're ready to join a club (or multiple clubs!), head over to our member site at https://members.hoofers.org to create your account! You must be a Union Member to join. Note that UW-Madison students are automatically granted Union membership.
3. Sign Up for Events!
Once you've joined a club, you can search for events and sign up from the Member Site. Pick your favorite event, sign up, and get ready for an adventure!
Contact Us
Wisconsin Hoofers
Memorial Union, Lower Level
800 Langdon St.
Madison, WI 53706
(608) 262-1630
info@hoofers.org
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News

We are excited to partner with Badger Branch Out for some weekly outing recommendations!
Whether you are looking for a place to have a picnic, play volleyball, watch birds, take a stroll, or kayak, Tenney Park is the place to go. When it's too cold for many of these activities, ice skaters delight in the frozen lagoon during the winter months. Tenney Park has a unique location in Madison. Not only is it on the shore of Lake Mendota, but there you will also find the Yahara River that connects Lake Mendota to Lake Monona. Tenney Park rests between Sherman Avenue and E. Johnson Street and takes about 45 minutes by foot or 15-minutes by bike to get there from the Memorial Union.

We are currently navigating unchartered waters, for an update regarding the impact of Covid-19 on Hoofers, the Director of Outdoor UW, Joe Webb has put together the following message.
Hoofer Outing teamed up with Hoofer Mountaineering to climb the 200 foot ice park in Winona, MN!
Hoofers journeyed to Winona, MN for some gorgeous late winter XC skiing featuring a hard-packed ski jump!

One of our very own veterinary school professors, Dr. Alex Powers, gave a lecture on how to spot the warning signs of colic as well as the different types and treatment methods.
Upcoming Events
Trail Run
Gotta take advantage of this warm weather with the first trail run of the spring semester! Meet at Memorial Union by the Lakefront/boathouse doors of Hoofers. We'll head out towards picnic point and go as far as we feel like going (usually around 3 miles). Masks are required for the run.
Virtual Dressage Ride-a-Test
Virtual Dressage Ride-a-Test
Brittany Burson will be watching Dressage test video submissions and providing participants with a score. Introductory through 2nd Level tests accepted.
The cost is $25 per video submission. You may submit multiple tests.
The video submissions will be done through YouTube. Upload your video to YouTube and send a link to Show and Clinic Coordinator, Mercedes Cullen at showandclinic@hooferriding.org, starting January 1st at 12:00 am.
Payment and video submissions will be due by February 28th at 11:59 pm. Payment will not be accepted after February 28th and videos submitted without payment will not be viewed and scored.
If you have further questions, please direct them to Mercedes Cullen, showandclinic@hooferriding.org.
HRC President Office Hour
HRC President (Kendra Lofthus) Virtual Office Hours
I'll be hanging out in the link below for this hour, feel free to drop in or email me at ridingpresident@hoofers.org to schedule a different time to meet!
Google Meet:
To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/scf-ecyj-pyz
Scuba President Office Hours
If you have any questions or would just like to chat please join! Here is the link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/8290560599
Council President Office Hours
Hi Hoofers!
Swing by my office hours any Tuesday from 2-5 pm to chat about anything Hoofer-related. Any Hoofer member of non-member is welcome, I would love to answer your questions about Hoofer Council, elections, programming, current covid protocol, or any other concerns or ideas you have.
To join, either sign up ahead of time and I'll send you a Zoom link, or email me at any time 2-5 pm at president@hoofers.org to join.
Some Tuesdays I'll be in the Hoofer Office in the basement of the Memorial Union, so stop by if you're in the neighborhood! Socially-distanced meetings are welcomed.
Tyrol Trip
Join fellow Hoofer SNS members on a trip to Tyrol Basin, just 40 minutes away in Mt. Horeb!
Pick up will be around 4:15pm and we plan to leave the mountain around 9pm.
Trip Costs
Cost for a lift ticket is $25
Cost for a rental package is $5
Cost for transportation is $10
Covid Protocols
- Must present Badger Badge to trip leader proir to entering vehicle.
- Must wear a mask inside all vehicels (an actual mask, not just a neck gatier used for skiing)
Lift Ticket Only - Tyrol Trip
THIS EVENT IS FOR A LIFT TICKET ONLY. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION.
Trip Costs:
Lift Ticket - $25
Rental - $5
You must still pick up your ticket from the trip leader at the hill, Tyrol Basin will not give individuals the discount.
SNS Office Hours- Virtual
Join me for virtual office hours to ask questions about the club, offer reccomendations or voice your complaints. I would love to hear from our members.
Meeting Link:
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Scuba Exec Board Meeting
These meetings will be held on teams. If you are interested in joining, please reach out and let me know and we will find a way to get you there! These are open for observation for all club members who would like to attend.
Scuba President Office Hours
If you have any questions or would just like to chat, please join! Here is the link: https://uwmadison.zoom.us/j/8290560599
Winter Snowshoe Series - Lake Mendota
Join Outdoor UW for a guided snowshoe outing on beautiful Lake Mendota. Participants will get a basic introduction to snowshoeing techniques, and will receive a free large Wisconsin Union S'mores Cookie!!!
*Please dress accordingly. Hats, gloves, and warm layers as we be outside on the lake for over an hour.
Tyrol Trip
Join fellow Hoofer SNS members on a trip to Tyrol Basin, just 40 minutes away in Mt. Horeb!
Pick up will be around 4pm, and we will leave the mountain around 9pm.
Trip Costs
Cost for a lift ticket is $27
Cost for a rental package is $5
Cost for transportation is free, but giving the driver a few bucks for gas would be great!
Covid Protocols
- Must present Badger Badge to trip leader proir to entering vehicle.
- Must wear a mask inside all vehicels (an actual mask, not just a neck gatier used for skiing)
*If you have your own transportation, see the other event to get discounted lift tickets!
Lift Ticket Only - Tyrol Trip
THIS EVENT IS FOR A LIFT TICKET ONLY. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN TRANSPORTATION.
Trip Costs:
Lift Ticket - $27
Rental - $5
You must still pick up your ticket from the trip leader at the hill, Tyrol Basin will not give individuals the discount.
Active Badger Day - Night Hike with Outdoor UW
Join Outdoor UW for a socially restorative "night hike." If conditions allow and are appropriate, we'll strap up snowshoes and head towards picnic point across frozen lake Mendota OR we'll stay on land and hike down UW's Lakeshore Path.
This hike is all about getting outside, connecting, and staying active!
- Meet at Outdoor UW (lakefront of Memorial Union) by 6 PM
- Wear/bring a headlamp if you have one (not required)
- Dress appropriate for the weather - we'll meet outside and stay outside for the duration of the hike
Gear Office hours
Check out or check in gear, take a geer rating, learn or practice a skill.
HRC President Office Hour
HRC President (Kendra Lofthus) Virtual Office Hours
I'll be hanging out in the link below for this hour, feel free to drop in or email me at ridingpresident@hoofers.org to schedule a different time to meet!
Google Meet:
To join the video meeting, click this link: https://meet.google.com/scf-ecyj-pyz