Due to COVID-19, Group Activities will be modified at this time.
Group Size | Adult (18+) |
Youth (10-17) |
1 | $24/hour | $24/hour |
2 | $20/person/hour | $18/person/hour |
3 | $17/person/hour | $15/person/hour |
4 | $16/person/hour | $13/person/hour |
5-24 (max) |
$15/person/hour |
$12/person/hour |
SUP Squatch | ||
3-8 (max) |
$40/hour (total) |
$40/hour (total) |
Snowshoes | ||
2 | $35/person | |
3 | $30/person | |
4-18 | $25/person |
*We require 2 adult supervisors to be present for the duration of a youth group of 5 or more. Any youth ages 10-17 who participate in yoga should be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Group Rental Forms - Please read rental information below. Must be completed and signed by every participant in the group.
We are located on the lower level of Memorial Union, on the Lake Mendota shoreline, just west of the Memorial Union Terrace. Access Outdoor UW through the Memorial southwest entrance or from the shore.
As always, dress for the weather! If you're out on the lake and it's windy, bring a sweatshirt and a light waterproof jacket made to prevent you from getting wet. If it's sunny and calm, a t-shirt and swimsuit will work! Be mindful of your footwear. Shoes are not allowed on SUP boards so stash your shoes in one of our coin-operated lockers. If you plan on using a kayak or canoe, footwear is up to you. However, keep in mind that sandals are more comfortable when wet than sneakers and socks.
For any type of rental, remember to bring money and your ID! If you are paddling, we recommend you bring...
And you leave...
We have some items for sale, such as sunscreen, snacks and beverages, water pouches, and lip balm.
Yes! There are day-use lockers available for $1 located in the hallway right before the boathouse.
Youth under 18 must have a legal guardian sign a liability form in order to participate. The group leader must, however, be 18 or older.