Event Description: The lesson will cover techniques for safely launching and flying a kite on land. Students will work in pairs with the guidance of their instructor to practice these skills. Students should come prepared with warm, comfortable clothing. Warm, waterproof shoes with good traction are recommended. You do not need to bring skis or snowboard; there will be no riding.

Prior to attending this class, students should review the Winter Kiting Manual and the following videos:

• Wind Window Introduction
• Trainer Kite Exercises
• Survival in the Ice

Location: This lesson takes place at University Bay Fields. Students should meet at the shelter at the Northwest end of the fields.

Prerequisites: Intro to Kiting Attendance (obtained by attending a Winter Kiting Classroom lesson). Students may attend without taking the classroom but must take the classroom before being granted the Kiting A rating.

Students who take this lesson will be working toward earning their Winter Kiting Kite Flying (A) rating. It may take several lessons to achieve proficiency in the skills that constitute the rating. Ratings are issued at the discretion of the instructor.

Post-Lesson Resources:

Instructor Evaluation Form

Incident & Accident Reporting

Wisconsin Alpine dues for fleet certified members.

Wisconsin Alpine dues for non fleet certified board members.

Wisconsin Alpine dues for fleet certified board members.

Wisconsin Alpine dues for people that tore their ACL and weren't able to race but didn't get a dues refund that year.

Deposit to reserve spot for winter break training spot

Hello Mountaineers!

HMC is excited to annouce a new winter break trip going to Portugal! This trip will be from December 27th -  Janurary 8th

Portugal is home to lots of worldclass sport climbing routes. This trip will be a great chance to enjoy sport climbing and pair it with some great travel abroad. The majority of the climbing that HMC will do in Portugal will be sport climbing. All partipants will be required to have a tope rating in order to register to the event. And must have a sport climbing rating by the time the event happens. There will be some opportunity for multi-pitch climbing. If a participant is intertested they will need the required ratings through HMC as well.

There will be an iteneray below which will give a rough detail to the timeline of the trip.

Leader Cams Flight Schedule

A participants flight needs to land on or before 11:00am on Dec 28th in Lisbon. Exceptions can be made on a case by case basis

A participants departing flight needs to leave 9:00am or later from Lisbon on Jan 8th.  Exceptions can be made on a case by case basis

Intinerary 

Dec 28th - Land in Lisbon

Dec 29th - Rest/Tourist Day

Dec 30-Jan 7th - Climbing with random rest days depending on weather and how the group feels

Jan 8th - Depart Lisbon

Cost Breakdown

Where we are staying

• House in Lourinha, Portugal

• 35 Min drive to Airport

• 45 Min to downtown Lisbon

• 500m to the beach

• Nearby grocery

• Nearby restaurants 

• Lots of local crags around

Please email Cameron (cmccrary2001@gmail.com) with any Questions

Event Description: The lesson will cover techniques for safely launching and flying a kite on land. Students will work in pairs with the guidance of their instructor to practice these skills. Students should come prepared with warm, comfortable clothing. Warm, waterproof shoes with good traction are recommended. You do not need to bring skis or snowboard; there will be no riding.

Prior to attending this class, students should review the Winter Kiting Manual and the following videos:

• Wind Window Introduction
• Trainer Kite Exercises
• Survival in the Ice

Location: This lesson takes place at University Bay Fields. Students should meet at the shelter at the Northwest end of the fields.

Prerequisites: Intro to Kiting Attendance (obtained by attending a Winter Kiting Classroom lesson). Students may attend without taking the classroom but must take the classroom before being granted the Kiting A rating.

Students who take this lesson will be working toward earning their Winter Kiting Kite Flying (A) rating. It may take several lessons to achieve proficiency in the skills that constitute the rating. Ratings are issued at the discretion of the instructor.

Post-Lesson Resources:

Instructor Evaluation Form

Incident & Accident Reporting

Event Description: The lesson will review kite flying techniques and cover safe usage of a kiting harness. Students will work in pairs with the guidance of their instructor to practice these skills. Students should come prepared with warm, comfortable clothing. Warm, waterproof shoes with good traction are recommended. You do not need to bring skis or snowboard; there will be no riding. Tip: when snow cover is low, bring a water bottle or two to carry in your kite backpack; the heavy backpack can hold your kite in place when setting up and launching; see the side-launch video below. 

Prior to attending this class, students should review the Winter Kiting Manual and the following videos:

• Safety Systems
• Depower systems
• Launching and Landing
• Heavy Air Instructional Video
• Kiteboarding Safety Precautions - Though this video uses a water kiteboarding example, the information is equally applicable to snow kiting.
• Survival in the Ice
• Side-launching a foil kite - Watch the first 4:30; this is the technique to use when snow cover is low.

Location: This lesson takes place at University Bay Fields. Students should meet at the shelter at the Northwest end of the fields.

Prerequisites: Winter Kiting A rating 

Students who take this lesson will be working toward earning their Winter Kiting Harness (B) rating. It may take several lessons to achieve proficiency in the skills that constitute the rating. Ratings are issued at the discretion of the instructor.

Post-Lesson Resources:

Instructor Evaluation Form

Incident & Accident Reporting

Hey Hoofers,

On the last Sunday of every month, Boulders hosts an adaptive climbing event, focused on making climbing more accessible, at the East Side location (3964 Commercial Ave, Madison, WI 53714). This program is volunteer-run and a great opportunity to diversify the climbing community that we, as Hoofers, engage with. They are looking for folks to belay and co-climb, no experience necessary, as other volunteers can show you the ropes.

Check out the event and sign up as a volunteer using this link: https://www.bouldersgym.com/adaptive

Boulders East is a 20 minute drive, 30 minute bike ride, or 1 hour bus ride from Madison, so coordinating with other volunteers is the best way to go about it. If you have a car and are willing to drive people, please add your name and information in the following spreadsheet. Likewise, if you need a ride, put your name down as a passenger.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1QctZYuzMWonh10LTrgzAXQ-HA_mtHMhhm75KkyXlu38/edit?usp=sharing

Questions? Email me at mountaineering@hooferambassadors.org or Boulders at adaptiveclimbing@bouldersgym.com

Cheers!

~ Announcing the HOC Virtual Cribbage Tournament ~ 

Please join us for a fun social event virtually, from wherever you are in January! 

Sign up via this Google Form: https://forms.gle/E1baS8PYS44dKnFa7 

No need to sign up on Rechub. 

INFO: 

• Games will take place online, unless your group makes arrangements to meet in person (which you are welcome to do). Games will be played within a Zoom or Teams meeting, with a virtual card table: I recommend https://playingcards.io/ 
• If you haven't leaned cribbage yet, you will be paired with a teammate who can help you learn!  Generally, we hope to have enough people to play in teams of two for the whole tournament. 
• Rules: https://playingcards.io/game/cribbage  (please play to 121 points) 
• After each round, you will report both teams' score totals 
• There may be special prizes for winning and for skunking your opponents!   
• Join the cribbage-tourney channel on the Outing Club Discord to keep up with the latest updates and share your memorable moments! 

Indicate when you sign up if there is a period wherer you will be unavailable; we will try to work around that (some teams may skip second or third round). 

SCHEDULE: 

• Dec 31, 2024: Signups close. 
• Jan 2, 2025: Teams and first round games announced. 
• Jan 8: First round games must be completed. 
• Jan 9: Second round game information available. 
• Jan 15: Second round games must be concluded. 
• Jan 16: Third round game information available. 
• Jan 20: Third round games must be concluded. 
• Jan 21: Finale game on Tuesday evening after the general meeting.  

Please direct any questions to the organizer, Caroline 

Hello, fellow crushers!!! 

Are you still looking for something to occupy your time during the cold month of January?  

If you are come join us for a rock climbers road trip throughout the beautiful southwest! We will be spending 4.5 days climbing at the beautiful Mount Lemon in Arizona followed by a whole week in Las Vegas climbing in beautiful Red Rocks Canyon! We will also be using one of our rest days in Red Rocks to explore the beautiful Zion National Park! This trip will be full of amazing people, incredible climbing, and unforgettable memories. You are required to have a sport rating to sign up for this trip! 

We will be staying at some incredible Airbnbs along the way. Some have pools and hot tubs, others have arcade machines and pool tables. Amarillo Texas, Tuscon Arizona, Las Vegas, and North Platte Nebraska. 

The final total per person for this trip is estimated to be around $864. The price of this event is your deposit and will cover the cost of the Airbnbs.

Whether you're a returning member or new to the club, this is the perfect chance to dive into the vibrant community of outdoor enthusiasts in Madison. Our January Camp Tripalindee General Meetings are a great opportunity to socialize, plan winter trips, and get to know your fellow Hoofers more personally! Feel free to bring a deck of cards, some trip photos to share, or come empty-handed and just bring the vibes. No registration is required, and you’re welcome to drop in at any time. Prospective members are encouraged to join us!

LOCATION:

Address: 601 Langdon St., Madison, WI 53703

The meeting will take place at Camp Tripalindee, a 1980s summer-camp-themed bar and restaurant that sits directly above the Graduate Hotel. There is some street parking nearby, or you can park in one of the University's parking ramps and take a swift walk to get there. Please direct all questions about meeting logistics to Dennis at dmossholder@gmail.com!

DO NOT SIGN YOURSELF UP FOR THIS EVENT. Thank you:)

Delta Lodge is a five-day, four-night trip to Delta, WI. We will spend our three full days skiing and snowshoeing at different trails that may include the Birkie Trailhead, Mt. Ashwabay and the After Hours Ski Trail. Other possible activities: board games, pool, sauna-ing, goodwill/tractor shopping, Madeline Island-ing??

NO SKI OR SNOWSHOE EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED FOR THIS TRIP! Equipment is provided, though if you have your own, you are more than welcome to bring it - just let us know!

We will be leaving from Memorial Union on the morning of Thursday, January 9th and returning the afternoon/evening of Monday the 13th. It’s a little over 5 hours up to the Lodge (not including Culver’s stops). 

TOTAL COST OF THE TRIP is $247/participant. $189 will be paid through rechub (on this event) and $58 will be paid through venmo (gas and cash tips/fees to the lodge). Drivers will pay the venmo for gas, because it includes other costs, and then they will be reimbursed after the trip. 

Please email any and all questions to @aecatlin@wisc.edu and @vdandersen@wisc.edu.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…DELTA LODGE SIGN-UP!

Delta Lodge is a five-day, four-night trip to Delta, WI. We will spend our three full days skiing and snowshoeing at different trails that may include the Birkie Trailhead, Mt. Ashwabay and the After Hours Ski Trail. Other possible activities: board games, pool, sauna-ing, goodwill/tractor shopping, Madeline Island-ing??

NO SKI OR SNOWSHOE EXPERIENCE IS NEEDED FOR THIS TRIP! Equipment is provided, though if you have your own, you are more than welcome to bring it!

We will be leaving from Memorial Union on the morning of Thursday, January 9th and returning the afternoon/evening of Monday the 13th. It’s a little over 5 hours up to the Lodge (not including Culver’s stops). 

The estimated cost of this trip is $240 total. “Estimated” is because there are still a few details that need ironing out - but it will not deviate much from $240. This includes lodging, food, gas and equipment. It does NOT include trail passes ($5-$10 a day), or food for the first night (we will go to a local restaurant) or last morning (we are hoping to hit up the famed Delta Diner!). Part of this cost will be paid through rechub and part of it will be paid through venmo. 

You’ll notice that this event is labeled a waitlist. That’s because we don’t want people to be committed and paid and then have an issue gathering enough drivers - once the driving situation is nailed down, we will move people to the actual event. CONTACT US IF YOU ARE INTERESTED AND ABLE TO DRIVE!

Because it is a waitlist and because we need to prioritize people who can drive, A SPOT ON THIS WAITLIST DOES NOT GUARANTEE A SPOT ON THE TRIP. 

Any questions at all should be directed to @xcski@hooferouting.org and @snowshoe@hooferouting.org 

We hope you’ll head up to the Lodge with us!!

Registration for this Hybrid WFR course is managed by NOLS.

Once you register you will be given information about how to access the required pre-course online modules that will need to be completed before the course begins.

NOLS enrollment link > 22399 HWFR January 13th-17th, 2025

* Several spots on this course will be reserved for Hoofer members. These spots will be released to the general public 1 month before the course start date *

* Please note that Hoofer members enrolling in this course will have to pay the full tuition price on the NOLS website and will then be refunded the  price difference the course has been completed * 

Description: The Hybrid Wilderness First Responder (HWFR) course is a 5-day long 80-hour course taught by NOLS Wilderness Medicine. The HWFR course is designed to provide you with the tools to make critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote locations. Classroom lectures and demonstrations are combined with realistic scenarios where mock patients will challenge you to integrate your learning. Learning takes place both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather conditions. Come prepared for wet, muddy, cold, or hot environments. Prerequisites: No previous first aid training is required. You must be 16 years old to attend this course. Certification: Participants are required to pass both written and practical examinations to obtain WFR and CPR certification. Successful course completion earns you a WMI Adult & Child CPR certification and a WMI Wilderness First Responder certification. EMTs will earn a Wilderness EMT certification. All certifications are current for two years.

Should I take the WFR or WFA? The WFA is a two-day course that primarily focuses on the basics of how to respond to an emergency situation in a remote area. This is perfect for people who are on remote day hikes or shorter trips with friends. This class really focuses on the Patient Assessment System and how to start making decisions on patient care. The WFR (Or Hybrid WFR) is an industry standard for outdoor professionals with outdoor schools and guide companies. If you are leading a group in remote areas, this more advanced WFR training can provide you with more in-depth knowledge and practice dealing with a variety of first aid situations. https://www.nols.edu/en/about/wilderness-medicine/

Location: Primary classroom will be held at Memorial Union on 800 Langdon Street in Madison. We are not able to offer housing or camping for this course. There are hotels and hostels available nearby. Food is not provided but is available for purchase in the building and at nearby locations to Memorial Union. There is a refrigerator and microwave to chill and warm food. https://info.wisc.edu/plan-your-visit/ 

Hoofer Club Leader Scholarship/Grant: If you are a current Hoofer club member and are hoping to take on more leadership within your club you may qualify for a scholarship/grant to offset the cost of this course. Please submit your application as soon as possible by applying through the links on hooferleaders.org. If you are awarded the scholarship/grant you will receive a follow-up email with directions on how to register for the course using a discount code.      

Event Information: 

The British Virgin Islands are a beautiful and accessible cruising ground for novice or experienced charter sailors. Hear a panel discussion of Hoofers who have recently chartered in the BVI discuss traveling to BVI, choosing a charter company and getting qualified for chartering, packing, provisioning and cooking, route planning and destinations, group dynamics, costs, and sailing with family/friends. Q&A to follow.

A meeting link will be sent in advance to all participants signed up for this event for anyone interested in joining virtually. 

Our Winter Sailing Seminars are a great way to expand your horizons during the winter months.  The seminars are open to anyone who is eligible to be a sailing club member and no prior sailing experience is required; you do not need to be a current member of the sailing club to attend. Feel free to invite your landlubber friends!

Seminars occur weekly and cover a variety of nautical topics, such as racing tactics, sailing around the world, and sailing medical emergencies. 

Location: Check the Today in the Union website or the digital signs in Memorial Union on the day of the lesson. Most Seminars will take place in the Hoofer Chart Room. Note that the event start time may appear earlier on the TITU listing but will begin at the time shown here. If the event does not appear on the TITU listing, please go to the Outdoor UW Office and speak with the staff to determine the event location.

2024 Winter Sailing Seminars:

Jan 15th: Chartering in the BVI with Ben Nichols
Jan 22nd: Weather routing with Jason Christensen
Jan 29th:  UW lake Rescue Facilities Tour 
Feb 5th:  Cruising with Captain Rogge
Feb 12th:  Review of the 37th America’s Cup with Philip Tietze
Feb 19th:  Stories from the ROTC with Officer Matthew Green
Feb 26th:  Cruising the Apostles Islands and Isle Royle with Mark Gillespie
Mar 5th:  Sailing into Oblivion. Special event with  Jerome Rand
Mar 12th:  Radio maintenance and operation with  VC & Gregory Pitts
Mar 19th:  Cruising the Pacific with  Adam Hughes
Mar 26th:  First Aid for Sailing with  Bob Cape VC

Registration for this Hybrid WFR Re-Certification course is managed by NOLS.

Once you register you will be given information about how to access the required pre-course online modules that will need to be completed before the course begins.

NOLS enrollment link > 22400 HWRR January 19th-20th, 2025

* Several spots on this course will be reserved for Hoofer members. These spots will be released to the general public 1 month before the course start date *

* Please note that Hoofer members enrolling in this course will have to pay the full tuition price on the NOLS website and will then be refunded the  price difference the course has been completed * 

Description: The Hybrid Wilderness First Responder Recertification (Hybrid WFR-Recert) course is a 2-day 24-hour course taught by NOLS Wilderness Medicine specifically to recertify participants who are currently holding a Wilderness First Responder Certification. The WFR-Recert course is designed to refresh your skills and knowledge in making critical medical and evacuation decisions in remote locations. Classroom lectures and demonstrations are combined with realistic scenarios where mock patients will challenge you to integrate your learning. Learning takes place both in the classroom and in outdoor settings regardless of weather conditions. Come prepared for wet, muddy, cold, or hot environments.

Prerequisites: You must be currently holding a Wilderness First Responder Certification or be in your 1-year grace period (between certification courses). You must be 16 years old to attend this course.

Certification: Participants are required to pass both written and practical examinations to obtain WFR and CPR certification. Successful course completion earns you a WMI Adult & Child CPR certification and a WMI Wilderness First Responder certification. EMTs will earn a Wilderness EMT certification. All certifications are current for two years.

Location: Primary classroom will be held at Memorial Union on 800 Langdon Street in Madison. We are not able to offer housing or camping for this course. There are hotels and hostels available nearby. Food is not provided but is available for purchase in the building and at nearby locations to Memorial Union. There is a refrigerator and microwave to chill and warm food. https://info.wisc.edu/plan-your-visit/ 

Hoofer Club Leader Scholarship/Grant: If you are a current Hoofer club member and are hoping to take on more leadership within your club you may qualify for a scholarship/grant to offset the cost of this course. Please submit your application as soon as possible by applying through the links on hooferleaders.org. If you are awarded the scholarship/grant you will receive a follow-up email with directions on how to register for the course using a discount code.