In general Huck is a character who tends to separate himself from people he disagrees with. If someone thinks something in a different way than he does, Huck will be grim about it and won't have the desire for that person to be near him or he won't even listen to them. Often it happens that he has to do it even if he doesn't want to.
Answer:
Using context clue, "wet he hoof" simply means to "get his foot wet".
Hoof - giving a clue meaning foot
he - giving a clue meaning his
Explanation:
Bruh Deer was at the edge of the river attempting to cross it as the author described. Having seen Bruh Alligator, he won't have the opportunity to step into the water, not even with one foot. In this context, the available clues show that the words mean "get his foot wet."
B. Carl wished it were last year at the this time so he could invite someone else to homecoming and have a good time.