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SUMMARY:Father's Day
DESCRIPTION:JUNE 21\, 2026\nFather’s Day is an important date on the calendar for families\, churches\, communities\, and our nation. It’s a day to celebrate dads\, to affirm them for the strength they bring to their families\, and to encourage them to be the fathers that their kids need them to be. \nBut it takes more than words of encouragement for men to become better dads.  Even the best men need a plan\,  a blueprint\, for becoming intentional fathers.  So\, in an effort to help our dads step up\, we at Blueprint for Men\, are providing you a wide variety of resources that can be put into action immediately. \n\nRESOURCES FOR CHURCHES\nFather’s Day Tribute Video\nPlay this 1 minute video in your church on Father’s Day weekend to inspire your congregation. Super simple! \n \n\nFather’s Day PowerPoint Slide \nShow this slide in your church on Father’s Day weekend to inspire and equip dads using the QR code. \n \nDOWNLOAD HERE \n\nRESOURCES FOR DADS\n\nBlueprint Documents\n\n \nThe Adulting Blueprint \nThis is a practical checklist of what every father should teach his child before launching into adulthood. Take action!  \nDOWNLOAD HERE \n\n \nManhood Rites and Blessings\nA fresh approach to the ancient practice of preparing your son for manhood. Make a plan and take action today! \nDOWNLOAD HERE \n\n \n10 Roles of an Intentional Father\nThis short list describes the major roles an intentional father plays in his home. Take action today! \nDOWNLOAD HERE\n\n \nA Prayer of Blessing for Your Wife\nThis simple prayer is one of the most powerful ways to say “I Love You” to the mother of your children. Take action! \nDOWNLOAD HERE \n\n \nFollowing Jesus \nThis is a practical ebook developed by the Collegedale University Church. This booklet provides a clear pathway for raising children in today’s confusing world. \nDOWNLOAD EBOOK HERE \n\n  \n\nThe Dad Plan\nRead the “Dad Plan” blog complete with video teachings and downloadable documents. Take action today! \nREAD BLOG HERE \n\nBlueprint Videos\n\nFatherhood in Focus Video Series\n\n\nPart 1: The Father’s Hand \n\n\nPart 2: Fathers Living a Blessing \n\n\nPart 3: Fathers Giving a Blessing \n\n\nPart 4: Fathers Using the Outdoors to Teach \n\n\n\n \nRestore: A Father-Son Story\nThis is a short film about a story of a father and a son who restore an old Porsche and the bond it forms between them. \nWATCH HERE \n\n \nThe Intentional Father\nThis short video describes the 5 different types of dads and simple steps you can take to be an intentional father. \nWATCH HERE \n\n \nPurposeful Outdoor Experiences for Dads \nThis short video features ways Blueprint for Men provides outdoor experiences for dads and their kids including the perennial favorite\, “The Father’s Blessing”.  \nWATCH HERE \n\nRECOMMENDED VIDEOS\n\nFather’s Love Letter (4:40)\nThe Boy Crisis: A Sobering look at the State of our Boys (12:50)\nDeveloping a Rite of Passage for Your Sons (57:33)\nEvery Child Deserves a Loving Dad (3:01)\nLittle Light Studios\, Blueprint for Dads (56:19)\n\n\nRECOMMENDED BOOKS \nFor Raising Children\n\nThe Blessing: Giving the Gift of Unconditional Love and Acceptance\, by John Trent and Gary Smalley\nRite of Passage: A Father’s Blessing\, by Jim McBride\n\nFor Raising Sons\n\nThe Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character\, by Jon Tyson\nRaising a Modern Day Knight: A Father’s Role in Guiding His Son to Authentic Manhood\, by Robert Lewis\n\nFor Raising Daughters\n\nStrong Fathers\, Strong Fathers: 10 Secrets Every Father Should Know\, by Meg Meeker\, MD\n52 Things Daughters Need from Their Dads: What Father’s Can Do to Build a Lasting Relationship\, by Jay Payleitner\n\n\nORGANIZATIONS\n\nNational Fatherhood Initiative \nManhood Journey\nFocus on the Family\nAll Pro Dad\nDad Tired
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260627
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SUMMARY:Paddling the South Chickamauga Creek
DESCRIPTION:Step away from the noise and get out into God’s creation with a group of men committed to growth\, challenge\, and brotherhood. \n\nBRIEFING: \n\nWe’ll kick things off with a short devotional\, followed by a mandatory safety and logistics briefing. Then we gear up\, load out\, and roll at 2:15 PM sharp to the put-in location. \nOnce we launch\, expect a ~4-hour paddle through scenic waterways surrounded by local wildlife and natural beauty. This isn’t just a float—it’s time to reset\, sharpen your mindset\, and build real connections with other men. \nWe operate as a team\, and every man needs to be prepared and aligned before we hit the water. Put-in and take-out locations will be shared during the briefing. \nNo briefing = no paddle \n\nITINERARY: \n\n1:30 pm     Trip Briefing @ The Outpost (5050 Layton Lane\, Apison\, TN) \n\nDevotional\nSafety\nLogistics\n\n2:15 pm     Drive to Boat Launch \n3:00 pm    Boat Launch \n7:00 pm    Take Out & Head Home \n8:00 pm    Arrive back Home \n\nWHAT TO BRING: \n\n\nKayak\, Paddles\, PFD (life jacket) – these are provided!\nSunscreen\nHat\nTowel\nSnacks\nPhone (waterproof bag)\n\nREGISTER HERE \n\n\nRSVP: \n\nText either of the trip leaders to reserve your spot! Space is limited to 10 people so don’t delay. \n\nJeremiah Curda (817) 298 1520\nJacob Carvalho (707) 490 5313\n\n\n\nMORE INFO:  \n\nPaddle South Chickamauga Creek – Chattanooga Audubon Society
URL:https://blueprintformen.org/event/scenic-south-chickamauga-creek-paddling/
LOCATION:5050 Layton\, 5050 Layton Lane\, Apison\, TN\, 37302-9513\, United States
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SUMMARY:Father-Son Rite of Passage
DESCRIPTION:The Father-Son Rite of Passage is a 7-day backpacking trip in one of the most stunning sections of the Rocky Mountains\, the Wind River Range of Wyoming.  The purpose of this trek is not to see how fast we can go but how deep we can go\, so most days are fairly short in distance but long in meaningful experiences.  During our time together you will not only strengthen your outdoor skills and nature knowledge but you will also be challenged to go deeper with God\, yourself\, and others.  Plus you will have a special bonding experience with your son(s) that will last a life-time.  Be prepared to be stretched in every way… but we’ll have fun doing it! \n\nOVERVIEW\n\nWHEN: July 19-26\, 2026\nWHO:  Fathers and their sons (ages 13+)\nWHAT:  Backpacking\, nature study\, outdoor leadership\, walking with God\nWHERE:  Big Sandy Trailhead\, Wind River Range\, WY\nPROVIDED:  Trip leadership\, naturalist education\, spiritual guidance\, etc.\nBRING:  You are responsible for your own camping equipment\nCOST:   $300 per dad. This helps cover our shared expenses.\nSIGN-UP DEADLINE: April 30\, 2026 or until filled!\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\nITINERARY\n\n\nSun\, July 19 – Travel Day\nMon\, July 20 – Hike from trailhead to Big Sandy Lake\nTue\, July 21 – Day hike to Cirque of the Towers\nWed\, July 22 – Hike to Clear Lake\nThu\, July 23 – Climb Haystack Mountain\nFri\, July 24 – Climb East Temple Peak\nSat\, July 25 – Rest and Renewal\nSun\, July 26 – Exit Wilderness & Ceremony\nMon\, July 27 – Travel Day\n\n\n\nTIMELINE\n\nNow – Register\nNow – Acquire gear\nNow – Begin physical training\nNow – Read “Manhood Rites and Blessings”\nNow – Begin the “Adulting Challenge Blueprint”\nMay 12 – Zoom Meeting #1 @ 8:00 pm ET – link\nJune 2 – Zoom Meeting #2 @ 8:00 pm ET – link\nJuly 6 – Zoom Meeting #3 @ 8:00 pm ET – link\n\n\nLEADERSHIP\n \nMarty Miller\, M.S. Ed.                         \nMarty is gifted at discovering and sharing spiritual lessons from nature\, God’s second book\, as modeled by Jesus Christ\, the master educator.  He is an experienced outdoorsman with skills and certifications that include WMI/NOLS Wilderness First Responder\, ACA Swift Water Rescue\, and AIARE Avalanche Safety.  Marty and his wife Gale have two adult children and 6 grandchildren. Life is good! \n\nEmail – marty@blueprintformen.org\nPhone – 423-322-8491\n\n \nJeremiah Curda\, CCP/FPC   \nJeremiah is an avid outdoorsman whose resume includes everything from rock climbing to skydiving instructor. With a background of over 15 years of 911 EMS experience including\, ground transport\, critical care transport and flight paramedic he brings a high level of expertise and skills to our outdoor leadership team.  Jeremiah is passionate about sharing his love for God through community outreach\, homeless ministry\, and outdoor adventure. His high energy and skills are indispensable to the success of our expedition! \n\nTRIP PREPARATION \n\n\n\n2026 Rite of Passage Expedition – Info Packet\n\n\nSUPPLEMENTAL RESOURCES \n\n\nManhood Rites and Blessings\n\n\nThe Adulting Challenge Blueprint\n 
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LOCATION:Wind River Range\, WY\, Boulder\, WY\, 82923\, United States
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