A Father-Son Relationship and Masculine Initiation Investment Adventure Experience, for boys, young men, and mature-age men aged between 13 and 70 years, and their Dad, or significant male other.
There is a second core question that every boy is asking, and if answered negatively, or worse still, not answered at all, he will continue asking that same question throughout his entire lifetime… Do I have what it takes? Do I have the strength, the courage, the gifts, the talents, the abilities, to come through in a given situation? Whilst we highly commend mothers for their efforts toward their sons in the absence of Dad, this core question can only be answered effectively by the father, or significant male other. As the proverb says, “the glory of sons are their fathers.” Many men today are either attempting to prove that they do have what it takes, and becoming driven in their pursuits, however the majority of men today believe they don’t have what it takes, so they shrink away from those situations that threaten to expose that fear. They become passive men.
“My Father didn’t tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.”
Clarence B. Kelland (1881-1964)
After studying the history of cultures around the world, successful authors such as John Eldredge, Robert Lewis, and Steve Biddulph, remind us of the masculine journey and initiation that today’s Western culture for the most part has failed to impart. “Masculinity is bestowed by masculinity.” For a boy to become a real man, there is a journey that he must take. An invitation into a community of authentic men that calls forth daring and courage. It’s a journey that requires testing and challenging… physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. We must remember that equipping today’s sons, boys, and young men, is preparing and equipping the next generation of men, husbands, and fathers.
In the contrast of both reef and rainforest, a typical day features an exceptional full-day, professionally-guided outdoor adventure / activity e.g. more than 5 hours of white-water rafting down the stunning Tully River (experiencing numerous, thrilling grade 3 & 4 rapids), entering another world, by snorkelling on the pristine Great Barrier Reef, sea kayaking in double kayaks between beautiful Mission Beach and incredible Dunk Island, and hiking to the summit of Mount Tyson. Rest assured men, the outdoor adventures / activities selected cater for all fitness levels. A typical evening features a multimedia presentation and small group interaction on topics such as “Authentic Manhood versus Conventional Manhood”, and “The Four Marks of a Real Man”, followed by time relaxing around the fire sharing stories of the day’s adventures.
This experience provides a perfect forum for a Dad to usher his son into authentic manhood through a “rite-of-passage” or “vision quest” process of masculine initiation.
Day 1 – Saturday
Arrival at the Echo Adventure facility, Euramo, South-West of Tully.
6:00 pm Dinner and Welcoming / Introduction presentation.
Link to Echo Creek Accommodation – http://www.echocreek.com.au/ViewContent-accommodation
Day 2 – Sunday
Sea kayaking in double kayaks between Mission Beach and Dunk Island with Coral Sea Kayaking
The “Intentional Father” and “Prepared Son” presentations.
Link to Coral Sea Kayaking - http://www.coralseakayaking.com/short.htm
Day 3 – Monday
Snorkeling and exploring the outer Great Barrier Reef with Calypso Adventures.
The “Conventional Manhood versus Authentic Manhood” presentation.
Link to Calypso Adventures - http://www.calypsodive.com
Day 4 – Tuesday
White-water rafting on the Tully River with the RnR and the Raging Thunder white-water rafting guides (more than 5 hours of thrilling grade 3 & 4 rapids).
The “Four Marks of a Real Man” presentation… a vision for authentic manhood.
Link to RnR White Water Rafting – http://www.raft.com.au/tully.html
Day 5 – Wednesday
Hiking to the summit of Mount Tyson, Tully.
The “Initiation” ceremony.
Day 6 – Thursday
Breakfast.
Departure.
Each 5-Night Father-Son Adventure is delivered at the rate of AU$1,250 per person, plus 10% GST (Goods & Services Tax). This price includes all meals (catered), accommodation, travel between Townsville and Tully / Mission Beach, full-day, professionally-guided outdoor adventures, and coaching.
A minimum deposit of AU$500 per person, plus 10% GST (Goods & Services Tax), is required, in order for you to secure your place. Remaining fees are due by, or earlier than, five (5) weeks prior to the commencement of your Father-Son Adventure experience.
Payment plans of up to 12 months in duration, are now available. Enquire now by emailing us at info@fatheringadventures.com.au .
Book now to avoid disappointment, as each 5 Night Father-Son Adventure is limited to a maximum of just 12 father-son pairs.
FS2013-NQ-501 – Saturday 29th June 2013 to Thursday 4th July 2013.
Vacancies remaining… Just two (2) father-son pairs.
Flights into Townsville should arrive by approximately 12:15 pm on the Saturday afternoon, and should depart no earlier than 12:45 pm on the Thursday afternoon.
FS2013-NQ-502 – Saturday 28th September 2013 to Thursday 3rd October 2013.
Vacancies remaining… Just three (3) father-son pairs.
Flights into Townsville should arrive by approximately 12:15 pm on the Saturday afternoon, and should depart no earlier than 12:45 pm on the Thursday afternoon.
