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Conference Sailing Overview

The Hoofers Sailing Club is definitely something that you will want to catch. Imagine relaxing on the bow of a sailing boat while a qualified Hoofer instructor guides you across the clear, blue, waters of beautiful Lake Mendota. With a little time and motivation, that is exactly what you will be doing this summer while in Madison.

The Hoofer Sailing Club offers a variety of sailing packages to accommodate all of our guests. So whether you are a complete novice or have sailed on the America’s Cup racing team, we have something to offer. The only requirement needed to participation is that you are a UW-Madison conference attendee or a member of the Wisconsin Union. Go ahead and turn your conference into a vacation!

Package 1: Day Sail

Individuals attending conferences held through the University of Wisconsin-Madison with prior sailing experience may be eligible to use Techs (1 or 2 people per boat), Badger Sloops (2-4 people per boat), and windsurfers (1 person). This package allows you the freedom to see the lake by yourself and at your own pace. A short assessment of sailing ability is required.

$25 for one or two people on the same craft per hour, add $5 per hour for each additional person on the same craft.

Package 2: Learn to Sail/Windsurf

These lessons are taught in a three-hour format. You will learn what you need to know in order to successfully sail a small boat or windsurfer under guidance. We provide a qualified instructor to teach sailing theory and provide on-the-water instruction.

2-4 people, 2-3 hour blocks, $30 per person. Call ahead!

Package 3: Guided Sail

This package requires no prior knowledge of sailing, and is perfect for those who want to sit back and enjoy the scenery. These typically are done from a Badger Sloop (2-4 people), or a Cabin Cruiser (2-6 people). A qualified Hoofer instructor will guide you across Lake Mendota, while you and your party relax and enjoy the ride. Food and drink can be brought on board if so desired. Call ahead because this is a very popular package.

First hour $65, each additional hour $30.

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