Take a recreational ride on a pontoon boat and enjoy Lakes Monona and Mendota this summer. The Madison School-Community Recreation in cooperation with the city of Madison is sponsoring pontoon rides on our two major lakes. And for TLNA residents, the location for the boat pier can't be beat - on the Yahara River in Tenney Park (see map below).

The boat can be rented by non-profit groups or organizations, senior citizens, low income groups or individuals with disabilities. If you want to rent the entire boat call MSCR Information at 266-6255.

However, if you are interested in taking a ride by yourself or with a few friends, there are six drop-in times every week through September 3 You don't need a reservation; just drop on by during the following times:

Sunday 7-8:30 am (trip 1)
Sunday 8:45-10:15 am (trip 2)
Tuesday 5-6:30 pm (trip 1)
Tuesday 6:45-8:15 (trip 2)
Thursday 5-6:30 (trip 1)
Thursday 6:45-8:15 (trip 2)

In addition there is a moonlight drop-in every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 8:30-10:30 pm. For the drop-in schedule, the trips tour either Lake Mendota or Monona, depending on weather and group preference and there is no fishing allowed For the drop-in there is a limit of 6 individuals per group. Other individuals may be on the boat with your group at this time. There is a wheelchair capacity of 5. A donation of 50 cents per person is recommended.

The pontoon boat has a capacity of 17 individuals. Each boat is equipped with life jackets, deck chairs, and safety equipment. For further information call MSCR at 266-6255. Happy boating!


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