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Family Volunteer Opportunities »
Posted on July 29, 2011Would you like you and your family to get more involved with volunteering but don’t know how to get started? Perhaps you worry about the time commitment. Fortunately, the Family Volunteer Program through Volunteers of America has the answer. This monthly project program makes fitting volunteering into busy family life easy. Their activities cover a variety of talents and interests from gardening at a nursing home to delivering meals to creating craft projects.
According to Youth Service America, kids who volunteer just one hour a week are 50% less likely to abuse drugs, alcohol and cigarettes. When they donate their time with their parents, they are twice as likely to continue volunteering as adults. Do you need any other reasons to get involved!
To learn more about the program in Colorado, contact Rachel Dolgin at 303-297-0408 X 13310 or rdolgin@voacolorado.org. Nationally, check out Doing Good Together, http://www.doinggoodtogether.org/
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Coloradodads.org »
Posted on July 24, 2011I recently came across a website dedicated to dad’s called coloradodad.org http://www.coloradodads.com/. Run under the Colorado Department of Human Services, the site has information on fatherhood programs and area events/activities for dads/mentors and kids. They have an awards program called: Be There for Your Kids. They also have a Help Line for dads where you can get all sorts of help with your fathering and kid related issues.
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Whole Man Expo »
Posted on July 22, 2011AdventureDads,
Check out this flyer for the Whole Man Expo. In addition to being a great day for men, it will also serve as the launch for Jim Sharon’s new book: Ordinary Men, Extraordinary Lives: Defining Moments. I’m pleased to be one of the men featured in the book as I looked back at my experiences from the Columbine High School tragedy.
Whole Man Expo to be Held September 10, 2011 at Sheraton DTC
WHAT: The Whole Man Expo, presented by Energy for Life, will provide an opportunity to explore various influences that are shaping men’s lives in our nation today. It will focus on trends contributing to the development of healthy, high-functioning and balanced men. The Expo will feature interactive presentations, discussions, activities and entertainment that celebrate and honor men of strong character. Colorado vendors whose services and products relate to the Expo theme will have display tables at the event. At the Expo, one man will receive the Whole Man of the Year Award. The Whole Man Expo selection committee is currently seeking nominees to receive this award.
WHO: Adults and teens of both genders are welcome to attend. The Expo is intended to honor men striving for balance and the women who support them.
WHEN: Saturday, September 10, 2011, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Sheraton Denver Tech Center, 7007 South Clinton, Greenwood Village, CO 80112
COST: $10 in advance; $12 at the door
INFORMATION: Jim or Ruth Sharon, Energy for Life, (303) 796-7004 or docjimsharon@yahoo.com; http://mensanthology.com/whole-man-expo/
Releasing a Trout »
Posted on June 24, 2011If you are practicing catch and release fly fishing, the key is to help the trout off the fly as gently as possible. I like to hold the line taught with my left hand while dipping my right hand in the water. Now wet, I then take my right hand and gently but firmly support the trout by the belly. I then slide my left hand down the line and grasp the fly. An easy turn to the right or left is all it usually takes to remove the fly from the fishes mouth. Then simply loosen your right hand and let the fish swim away. A great moment for you with the least amount of trauma for the fish.
If you do want to take a picture of your catch, support the head and place your thumb over the nose with one hand. Use your other hand to support its belly. Gently hold the fish over the water (in case it wiggles away) and smile. Never keep a fish out of the water for too long. Remember, it’s a whole new world for the fish and is a bit like a human being dunked in the water without first taking a breath.
Hanging Bear Bags »
Posted on June 24, 2011One of my favorite memories with Alex was the first time we went backpacking when he was in preschool and then hanging our bear bag that evening. You’ll hear the story on the video, as well as, watch the teen version of Alex hanging his own bear bag. The key to a good bear bag is to get it as far out on a limb as possible. That can be difficult in Colorado sometimes where the pine trees aren’t too tall in higher elevations. Selecting a tree a good distance from your campsite is the most essential part as bears have a great sense of smell!
Bivy Sacks »
Posted on June 23, 2011When heading out on a long back pack trip where keeping weight to a minimum is essential, we have found great luck with waterproof bivy sacks. They weigh in at a couple of pounds and fit into a very small stuff sack. You won’t have the joy of sharing a tent together, but they are easy to unroll and climb into. The main thing is getting use to the feeling of being inside what amounts to a body bag. I find that on clear nights, I get over the creepy, claustrophobic feelings by sleeping on top of it, or by sleeping with the head portion unzipped and pulled down around my chest. Happy sleeping!
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Posted on May 15, 2011Here in Colorado, we are fortunate to have several recreational areas with rentable yurts (a tent like structure which is canvas over a deck and wooden frame). While not as luxurious as a cabin or the well-known 10th Mountain Hut System near Vail, the advantage of the smaller yurts is that you can rent them just for your own family or group. While sharing a large cabin with strangers can be very fun, it’s not always the best when traveling with younger children who need to go to bed at a reasonable hour or who may disturb the group with preschool mood swings. They are also great structures for having outdoor experiences while still enjoying the comfort of a mattress. We hope you enjoy.
Crunch It and Recycle! »
Posted on May 10, 2011Do you want to enjoy the outdoors and help the environment at the same time? The makers of the Jet Boil cooking system with their “Crunch it” tool make it easy. Simply drain your fuel canister of any remaining gas and then punch a few holes in the cylinder. This lets the folks know at recycling center that your canister is completely empty, thus it can be recycled. When using Coleman brand tanks, use their Green Key system for the same purpose.
Resale Outdoorsman’s Equipment! »
Posted on March 26, 2011This past week I stumbled on a Denver shop on South Broadway, close to Army Surplus, that just opened its doors. The Outdoorsman’s Attic specializes in outdoor equipment sold on consignment. While the selection was small for their first week, I quickly walked out with climbing equipment, an old pair of crampons for my son to put up on the wall with his other classic equipment, a fabulous rescue shovel and a scuba bag. All were in great condition for about a third of the cost. What a great place for cleaning out your old gear and selling what you don’t need anymore. Even better, this would be a great place to pick up equipment for your kids and then resell it once they have jumped up in size. The Outdoorsman’s Attic can be reached at 303-781-3626 or via email: info@outdoorsmansattic.com. Those of you that are not living in the Denver area, let us know of similar outdoor consignment shops that we could visit.
Man Alive! Radio »
Posted on March 13, 2011Need some manly listening on the radio? Check out Man Alive! Radio (http://www.castlerockradio.com) with host, Captain Coy Theobalt as he discusses parenting with passion, joy, and gratitude. Last month’s topic was: “Adventure Dads: Family Fun with Our Sons and Daughters”. He and guest, Doug Gertner, Ph.D. (http://www.gratefuldad.org) talked about being playful men, being supportive of the interests of our kids, and how to make time to play and have fun.