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LoCations & Hours
Madison Boats offers full service rentals at three locations on three different lakes in Madison, WI.
SPRING HOURS
Starting May 14th
Weekends 10 am - 5 pm
Weekdays 2 pm - 8 pm
SUMMER HOURS
Starting May 28th
MARSHALL BOATS:
Every Day 8:30 am to 8 pm
WINGRA BOATS:
Every Day 8:30 am to 8 pm
+open 6 am on Tuesday
BRITTINGHAM BOATS
Mon. - Thurs. 8:30 am to 8 pm
Fri. 6 am to 9 pm
Sat. - Sun. 6 am to 8 pm
COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS
Policies developed with guidance from UnityPoint Meriter Infection Specialist Team, CDC, and Public Health.
To help keep you safe we are:
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Offering high-risk renters extra support including extra sanitizing and touchless check-in and check-out procedures. Call us upon arrival.
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DEEP SANITIZING equipment to provide a barrier for up to 90 days.
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Sanitizing paddles after every use.
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Having staff check their temperature at the start of their shift
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Having unvaccinated staff wear face masks at all times.
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Offering online bookings to reduce in-person interactions.
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Utilizing extra hand sanitizer stations for staff and customers.
To help keep us and others safe
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DO NOT rent if you are experiencing, or have been in contact with someone who is experiencing, COVID-19 symptoms.
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We ask unvaccinated customers to wear a mask onshore.
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Use the sanitizer or wash your hands before getting your paddles and PFDs.
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Try to maintain 6'+ from other customers and staff whenever possible.
Rates & Boats
Our incredible team will help you in and out of your boat and give you tips on how to paddle or where to go.
Book online or walk-up.
MORE at MADISON BOATS
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Enjoy this sweet start to the day with pastries and coffee from Bloom Bake Shop and of course boats from Wingra.
Brittingham is the place to be on Friday evenings. Each week new activities are added including live music, excursions and lessons. The stapple event is the BURGER BOAT. Paddle out and get your $5 hamburger while enjoying the view and festive environment.
Paddle under the moon serenaded by live music, and enjoying light snacks. This is a Madison Must!
SUP Yoga: 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm at Wingra
July 8th; July 15th; July 22; August 5th
Join Stephen Balsley, as he guides you through movement, concentration, and breath work. Open to all levels and proceeds go to Madison Bike Equity.
UP COMING EVENTS
Water safety!
Before you go, please be aware that Madison Boats staff are not first responders, lifeguards, or certified in rescue support.
If there is an emergency please call 911.
You should know that there is an inherent risk in all watersports and related activities.
Madison Boats retains the right to deny access or use of our equipment or facilities to reduce risk.
By agreeing to rent a boat with Madison Boats you agree to Madison Boats Rules designed to reduce risk.
You will also be required to sign a waiver of liability before participating in the activity.
2021 Madison Boats Rules
2021 Madison Boats Waiver
2021 Madison Boats Pontoon Rules
A couple highlights of the Rules include:
- No Alcohol and or Drugs: No participant may bring or be under the influence of drugs or alcohol while on our boats.
- PFDs: All persons must have a PFD and Madison Boats strongly encourages wearing the PFD. Minors must wear their PFD at all times when not in a boat with their parent or guardian. Minors under 13 MUST wear their PFD at all times.
- You will comply with all Federal, State, and local laws. If you are unclear on laws please visit www.boat-ed.com.
- Boating is weather dependent. All renters and guests will heed all warnings and will return to the boathouse at the first sign of storms, high winds, lightning, thunder, or severe weather.
- You are responsible for any damage or loss to the boats.
Minors:
- Parent or Guardian must be onsite to send your child out on our boats. You do not have to go out on the water; however, we suggest you stay on-site as you are responsible for the minor's water safety and social distancing.
- Minors not in the same boat as their parent/guardian must wear their PFD at all times.
Unaccompanied Minors:
Madison Boats allows minors that have completed our Unsupervised Minor Program the ability to rent without parents/guardians present. This program requires completing a paddle sports safety course, watching a Madison Boats Risk Video, and signing our rules and waiver.