Monthly Archives: February 2017

Father-son camping trip coming April 7-8

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Just about the only thing I enjoy more than spending time outdoors on our backpacking trips is sharing that time and those memorable experiences with my family. I’ve especially enjoyed camping with my now five-year-old son and seeing his excitement and enthusiasm as we share that special experience. It deepens our bond, and I hope it will be something he looks back upon with very fond memories.

With that in mind, I wanted to open that experience to share with other dads and sons. I know sometimes planning is the hardest part in our busy lives, especially if you don’t camp that open. So in partnership with my church, Centerpoint Fellowship – Pike Road, I’m organizing a father-son camp out at Fort Toulouse Park in Wetumpka, just 20 minutes or so from Montgomery. It’s open to all fathers and sons.

Our agenda will be simple: Have fun, enjoy exploring the outdoors and open spaces at Fort Toulouse and enjoy each other’s company. The site is very close to the bathhouse/restrooms. We will get started around 3 p.m. on Friday and end around noon on Saturday. Cost TBD but no more than $15 per family (pay when you arrive).

We will provide:

  • Hot dogs and chips for dinner
  • Hot chocolate and cookies for evening
  • Bottled water
  • Instant coffee

You will need to bring:

  • Tent
  • Sleeping bags and pillows
  • Sleeping pads/air mattresses
  • Chairs (There are some wood benches available around the firepit)
  • Flashlights, headlamps and/or lanterns for night
  • Bug spray/hygiene items
  • Personal drinks and additional snacks if desired
  • Jackets, hats and gloves for cold weather
  • Something for breakfast on Saturday morning (We can provide hot water for instant oatmeal, grits, etc.)

Sound good? Click here to reserve your spot. 

Announcing Reboot spring 2017 backpacking trips

I’m not sure about you, but I’m itching to get outside to enjoying some fresh air, nice scenery, a campfire and great times exploring God’s creation right here in Alabama. With that in mind, we’ve got a couple of men’s overnight backpacking trips planned for the Spring. Come join us in exploring two pieces of God’s wonderful creation right here in our own Alabama backyard. As always, we love and welcome first-time backpackers. We can loan you most all of the gear you’ll need. Come join us for a great time of exercise, fresh air and fellowship. Sign up is required but free. All we ask is a small $25 fee to help cover expenses for each trip.

Click here for complete details about each backpacking trip. 

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