Canoeing, Horses, Outdoor Exploration and Summer Fun with Your Grandchild

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See how the Ozarks have inspired generations to love the great outdoors as you and your grandchild learn about geology, enjoy canoe excursions and ride a horse through forest trails.
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy a half-day Ozark style canoe trip down the scenic Courtois River
    • Challenge yourself on one of the YMCA's Adventure Activities and get a taste of what flying feels like! Spend time at our Triangle Y Ranch meeting and learning about the horses

What's this trip about?

    See how the Ozarks have inspired generations to love the great outdoors as you and your grandchild learn about geology, enjoy canoe excursions and ride a horse through forest trails.

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Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age range10 years and up
Flights and transport
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Family Friendly
  • High Adventure
  • Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing

Destinations

Activities

  • Canoeing
  • Educational/ Learning
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding & Equestrian
  • Kid-friendly Activities
  • Nature

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Itinerary

Travel Map

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1 Registration & Orientation Potosi, MO D YMCA Trout Lodge Activity note: Fruit basket available at the registration table. Afternoon: Check-in: Available from 3:30pm. Program Registration: After you have your room assignment, come over to the Road Scholar...
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2 Spend the morning learning what's in and around the water, followed by a riding lesson. After lunch enjoy canoeing on Sunnen Lake, a visit to the Nature Center and a Night Hike. Potosi, MO B,L,D YMCA Trout Lodge Activity note: Horseback riding requires long pants...
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3 Follow the trail and uncover rocks and minerals. Then experience amazing Elephant Rocks State Park. End the day by climbing Alpine Tower, swinging on Alpine Swing and zip through the night sky on the zip line! Potosi, MO B,L,D YMCA Trout Lodge Activity note: Elep...
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4 Head back down to the ranch for Cowboy camp and a trail ride. Catch some fish in Sunnen Lake, and then play games, tell stories and eat s'mores at a campfire. Potosi, MO B,L,D YMCA Trout Lodge Activity note: Horseback rides require long pants and closed-toe shoes...
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5 Float leisurely down the river on inflatable rafts. See sights you'd never see from the road. Potosi, MO B,L,D YMCA Trout Lodge Activity note: Water shoes, preferably with a heel strap are encouraged. Wear clothes that can get wet. Breakfast: Hot buffet brea...
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6 Wrap up the week with a hay ride at the ranch. Potosi, MO L Activity note: Check out is 11:30 am. Please check with the Group Leader if you'd like to stay longer after the program concludes. Morning: Take a hay ride through the horse pastures. Don't forget t...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $649
Price per day$108
Last Updated: 10/26/2018

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Meals Included
  • 14 Meals
  • 4 Breakfasts
  • 5 Lunches
  • 5 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Age Requirements
10 years and up
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