Top Ten Reasons to Give Dad a River Trip for Father’s Day

March 11, 2014

Father’s Day is almost upon us. What’s a fabulously fun thing to do with dad on his special day? Take him out on the Colorado River. Trust us, he’ll remember this Father’s Day rafting adventure forever. Still need some reasons why? We’ve got ten great ones bound to have Dad saying, Pack the dry bags and let’s get to the put-in!

1 – He can wear one pair of clothes and nobody will care.

2 – He can eat Filet Mignon on the beaches of the Colorado River, no reservations required.

3 – No TV, internet or game boxes just Dad for entertainment

4 – Shaving optional rules apply when whitewater rafting

5 – Whitewater guides will do all the packing, planning and cooking.  All dad has to do is play.

6 – Unlimited supply of Colorado River water to fight with.

7 – No cell phones at the breakfast table

8 – He can fish, hike, and paddle to his heart’s content.

9 – The office can’t reach him.

10 – If you sign up for this Great Deal Emailer,  you’ll save Dad a truckload of money

Written by Julie Trevelyan.

Julie is a freelance writer and wilderness guide in southern Utah. She especially enjoys books, coffee, yoga, wild country, horses, and dark chocolate. See more of her work here – www.wildgirlwriting.com