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Weekend
Adventures
A New Trend in Bachelor Parties
Bachelor parties are about guys getting together, sharing old stories,
and maybe creating some new ones. They are a chance for the best man
to send the groom off in style, in appreciation for years of friendship.
Traditionally, this has involved drinking one?s fair share of alcohol,
heading off to a gentlemen?s club, and waking up the next morning
in a strange place with a new tattoo. Recently, a new trend has emerged.
Guys are now spending weekends immersed in outdoor adventures: leaping
out of airplanes, roping cattle, reeling in trophy fish, and riding
wild whitewater.
Picture it: 10 buddies sitting in a rubber raft, getting tossed back
and forth, and paddling like crazy through a menacing drop-off the
guides call, "The Meat Grinder." Besides whitewater rafting,
parties can perform airborne ballets after leaping from planes at
10,000 feet, reel in fish ranging from 30 lb king salmon to 300 lb
sharks, or drive hundreds of cattle alongside real-life cowboys. As
an added bonus, guys return from the adventure, with pictures, mementoes,
and memories that will always remain special.
Although these adventures bring a fresh, new idea to the bachelor
party concept, groups are given many opportunities to do some old-school
partying. Typically, the extreme adventure locations are located off
the beaten path, requiring a couple-days excursion. Everyone usually
congregates in a major city near the adventure site and spends the
first night enjoying the urban nightlife. Day Two kicks off with an
early morning rise, followed by a trip out into the wild for the adventure
activity.
Some detailed examples of adventure-based bachelor parties paint a
clear picture of exactly how extreme adventure combines with traditional
fun to produce an unforgettable experience.
Whitewater Rafting
Whitewater rafting is an adventure that can take place in multiple
locations across the country. As long as there is a flowing river,
someone will put a boat in it. The trick is finding the rivers that
will take you to the edge, without throwing you over it. Under the
guidance of an adventure expert, guys paddle, dodge, and hold on through
class IV and V rapids, all while taking in spectacular views of the
scenic beauty and wildlife. To compliment the adventure, the group
spends the first night at an upscale hotel in a bustling downtown
area and the second night in more rustic accommodations surrounded
by nature. This combination creates a solid mix of fun and adventure.
Cattle Wrangling
Imagine living out the movie, City Slickers. Saddle-up the crew, ride
the open range like old-time cowboys, and drive longhorn cattle through
rugged mountain terrain. In the morning, work alongside real cowboys
to move the thundering herd to greener pastures. Enjoy the sights
and sounds of rolling rivers, towering mountain ranges, and native
wildlife while attempting to control the wild herd. After the drive,
see if anyone lasts eight seconds on the mechanical bull before taking
aim at the skeet shooting range. Recount the day's highlights during
a Texas-style-barbeque dinner including steaks, potatoes, and plenty
of beer. Before you dive headfirst into the cowboy lifestyle, enjoy
a night with upscale hotel accommodations, fine dining, and outstanding
nightlife characteristic of the adjacent downtown area.
Charter Fishing
In groups of four to six people, the guys board separate charter boats
and compete in a private fishing tournament. Someone not only has
the satisfaction of wrestling a trophy fish into the boat, but also
the sweet taste of victory in catching the winning fish to beat the
rest of the bunch in the tournament. While everybody breathes in the
fresh air and takes in picturesque views, the expert captains and
crew guide the team to the hot spots and teach the boys how to reel
in the big one. After a full day of fishing, camaraderie, and competition,
a chef "cooks the catch" at a restaurant overlooking the
water. Since most fishing trips are located in beach side towns, nights
will be spent at Buffet-like bars sipping Margaritas, watching the
fade over the horizon.
Skydiving
What's better than jumping out of a plane, free-falling for over a
minute at 120 mph, and seeing for miles in every direction? Doing
it all with some of your closest friends. After some basic training,
everyone flies to 13,000+ feet and prepares for the jump. Hearts pound,
men begin to fade to the back of the line, and adrenaline pumps as
everybody peels out of the plane into the open sky. Once everyone
has returned safely to Earth, the party begins. The boys enjoy beers
in the hanger, a bonfire on the grounds, a delicious catered dinner,
and a viewing of the days skydive video. To enhance this exceptional
skydiving experience, upscale accommodations, fine dining, and locally
distinct nightlife in a lively downtown setting complete the package.
Regardless of the adventure theme you choose, it will be important
to make the outing an "experience" rather than just a trip.
Answer these questions when planning your weekend to remember:
• What adventure activity is the group interested in?
• What areas of the country offer this type of activity during
the group?s seasonal timeframe?
• Is there a major city near the event where people can fly
to at a reasonable price?
• What hotels offer high-class accommodations and fit the group?s
price range?
• Is there a restaurant with a private banquet facility near
the hotel, where champagne toasts and words of encouragement can be
uttered without upsetting the other patrons?
• What are the best bars?
• How will the group get from the hotel to the adventure outfitter?
• If the adventure is outside of the city, where will the group
stay the second night?
These are just some of the questions that will come up as the event
planning takes shape. The most important part of the trip is making
sure the groom has a great time. So, if you are the best man, make
sure to have his best interests in mind at all times. If all goes
as planned, you will have successfully orchestrated a weekend filled
with memories to last a lifetime and maybe even overcome some fears
along the way.
About
the Author
Darren Hitz is the Founder of Adventure
Bachelor Party (ABP). ABP plans unique, adventure-based trips
for groups of friends looking to make great memories. By planning
everything from the lodging to the adventure, ABP allows the groom
and his friends to enjoy the experience without all the worries and
hassle of planning a group trip. ABP weekend adventures can be arranged
for as little as $349 per person.
www.adventurebachelorparty.com
Phone: 248-910-8152 |
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