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Get your active dad out in nature with
these outdoor adventures with
refreshing food and drinks.
1. Recreational tree climbing
This is way different from when he used to climb
the tree in his mom's yard! Recreational tree
climbersare serious climbers. They use ropes, knots
and special techniques to get to the tippy tops of
very tall trees. Send Dad to Georgia for a two-day
crash course with Tree Climbers International,
based on his experience and confidence
2. Hiking
Your adventurous dad is probably bored with all the
local trails he knows by heart. Send him to the
Grand Canyon to hike the North Rim for a thrill he's
sure to remember. These trails aren't for the average
hiker — they are rough, rugged and isolated, with
sparse facilities — but they'll give Dad an
adventure, for sure!
3. Rafting
You haven't seen real adventure until you've been
white-water rafting, so make sure your dad takes it
to the extreme. Arkansas River Tours in Colorado
offers a variety of white-water rafting tours, from a
half-day trip to a multiday trip with camping.
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4. Stand-up paddle boarding
Stand-up paddle boarding can be simple,
lazy and relaxing or fast paced and
strenuous — it just depends on where you
are and the pace you choose. Send Dad
to North Lake Tahoe in California to see
the beautiful sights and explore the massive
lake from the surface of a stand-up
paddleboard. There are several rental
services in the area, and Dad can explore
on his own or join a group tour.
5. All-inclusive adventure
This is an all-inclusive adventure that
works great for the whole family. Stay in
the beautiful River Dance Lodge in Idaho's
mountain region and start every day with a
new adventure. The lodge offers hiking,
rafting, horseback riding, biking, fly-
fishing and more. The staff even ends
every day with songs around the campfire.
It's not exactly roughing it, but it's a fun
time in the great outdoors for your whole
gang.
