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From conquering the rock wall at local Madison gyms 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.

The Hoofer Mountaineering Club is a student-run organization that wants to keep people out on the rocks, while also maintaining a collective of knowledgeable climbers who can both teach and pass on their knowledge to others. We love teaching new members or even just getting people together to all go climb, whether it be at Devil's Lake or as far as Red River Gorge in Kentucky. We run both club trips and more relaxed unofficial trips for last-minute planners! If you're more experienced (or looking to improve), we also offer a climbing team!

A membership with Hoofer Mountaineering gives you access to our gear locker, as well as discounts at the climbing wall in the Sett and 20% off climbing gear at Fontana Sports in Madison.

How to Join

1. Create your Account!

When you're ready to join, 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.

2. Sign Up for Events!

Once you've joined the 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!

For more information, click the button below!

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Contact Us

level 1 and lower level, 800 Langdon St, Madison, WI 53706, United States

Hoofer Mountaineering Club
Memorial Union, Lower Level
800 Langdon St.
Madison, WI 53706

(608) 262-1630
info@hoofermountaineering.org


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Red River Gorge 2Mb
Red River Gorge - Intro to Sport Climbing
10/11/2018 - 10/14/2018

What’s up climbers! This trip was an intro to sport climbing trip to the Red River Gorge, Kentucky!

Upcoming Events

Mon 27 Sep
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Tue 28 Sep
Gear office hours
Meet at the Gear Locker Rm B123 (Hallway across from the bathrooms just before Outdoor UW Office) I have room to give 3 gear ratings first come first serve. At this point in time, I can only give bou ... More info
Wed 29 Sep
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Mon 4 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Wed 6 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Thu 7 Oct
Gear Office hours
Stop by to pick up reserved gear or test out on ratings.   More info
Fri 8 Oct
Sport Anchor cleaning clinic
This introduction to Sport Anchor Cleaning clinic will be an "on the ground" simulation to cover some basic information. (NOT at a crag)  We will be indoors at my Barn with plenty of space to physical ... More info
Mon 11 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Wed 13 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Mon 18 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Wed 20 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Thu 21 Oct
Gear Office hours
Stop by to pick up reserved gear or test out on ratings.   More info
Mon 25 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Wed 27 Oct
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Mon 1 Nov
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Wed 3 Nov
HMC President Office Hours
Hey Mountaineers, This event serves to coordiante my office hours. My office hours will occur both virtual (via Zoom meeting ID: 667 448 9455) and in-person. I'll always try to be present in the Hoof ... More info
Thu 4 Nov
Gear Office hours
Stop by to pick up reserved gear or test out on ratings.   More info