Cork: Outdoors Family Adventure

Cork’s Outdoors Family Adventure offers an exhilarating 2-hour experience perfect for families seeking outdoor fun and bonding. Priced from $32.71 per person, participants can engage in survival skills training, target archery, and an obstacle course, all guided by experienced instructors. With activities designed for all ages, including the thrilling "Find the Sniper" game, families will explore and learn together. Intrigued to discover more about this adventurous day in nature?

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Key Points

Fota Island Adventure Centre offers a thrilling 2-hour outdoor family adventure experience in Cork, priced from $32.71 per person.
The adventure includes survival skills training, target archery, and an obstacle course, engaging all family members.
Transportation to and from the forest is provided, and essential equipment like ghillie suits is included.
The adventure is not suitable for children under 5, pregnant women, or those with mobility or heart issues.
Participants should prepare by bringing comfortable shoes, snacks, water, and insect repellent for a safe and enjoyable experience.

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Adventure Overview

The Cork: Outdoors Family Adventure offers a thrilling 2-hour experience priced from $32.71 per person.

Families can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund, and they don’t have to pay anything today to reserve their spot.

This adventure includes survival skills training, target archery for older kids, an obstacle course, and the chance to play a "find the sniper" game where kids dress in ghillie suits.

Transportation to and from the forest is provided, though meals and drinks are excluded beyond marshmallows.

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Activities and Highlights

This family-friendly adventure includes a survival skills workshop where participants learn how to build shelter, light a fire, and cook marshmallows.

Kids can play a "Find the Sniper" game, donning ghillie suits to hide in the forest. Older children can test their aim at the target archery range.

Kids can don ghillie suits and hide in the forest for a "Find the Sniper" game. Older children can showcase their archery skills at the target range.

Families will work together to navigate an obstacle course, fostering teamwork and creating lasting memories in the great outdoors.

The activities are designed to engage all family members, encouraging them to explore, learn, and bond in the natural setting.

Inclusions

An experienced instructor guides participants through the various activities included in this family adventure. Families will learn essential survival skills, like building shelter, lighting fire, and cooking marshmallows.

Kids can don ghillie suits and play a "find the sniper" game, while older children take aim at targets during the archery session. An obstacle course challenges the whole group to work together.

Transportation to and from the forest is provided, though meals and drinks, aside from the marshmallows, aren’t included. The adventure offers a fun, engaging way for families to create lasting memories in the great outdoors.

Participant Guidelines

Though not suitable for children under 5 years, pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, or those with heart problems, the Outdoors Family Adventure is recommended for all other family members.

Participants should wear comfortable shoes and clothes, bring snacks and water, and dress in outdoor attire. Insect repellent is also advised.

During the adventure, smoking, littering, and making fires are strictly prohibited.

The meeting point is the Fota Island Adventure Centre, where participants can check availability for starting times.

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Preparation and Meeting Information

Participants planning to join the Outdoors Family Adventure should prepare accordingly.

Participants planning to join the Outdoors Family Adventure should prepare accordingly.

They’ll need to bring comfortable shoes and clothes, snacks, water, insect repellent, and appropriate outdoor gear. Smoking, littering, and making fires aren’t allowed.

The adventure takes place at the Fota Island Adventure Centre, so participants should check availability for starting times and arrive at the meeting point on time.

Transportation to and from the forest is included, but meals and drinks, other than marshmallows, aren’t provided.

Following these simple preparation steps will ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable outdoor experience.

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Discovering Survival Skills

One of the highlights of the Outdoors Family Adventure is the survival skills workshop, where participants learn essential techniques for thriving in the wild. Families work together to build shelter, light fires, and cook marshmallows over the flames. The instructors also lead a "Find the Sniper" game, where children don ghillie suits and try to evade detection. Plus, older kids can test their aim with target archery. The adventure culminates in an obstacle course, challenging participants to work as a team and overcome physical challenges. The skills learned are sure to create lasting memories.

| Survival Skills Workshop | |

| — | — |

| Building Shelter | Lighting Fire |

| Cooking Marshmallows | "Find the Sniper" Game |

| Target Archery | Obstacle Course |

Finding the Sniper

How do the kids get the chance to play the "Find the Sniper" game during the Outdoors Family Adventure?

They’re provided with ghillie suits, which are camouflage outfits that help them blend into the forest environment.

Once suited up, the kids take turns hiding and seeking, practicing their stealth and observation skills as they try to spot the "sniper" among the trees and bushes.

This interactive game encourages teamwork and problem-solving, as families work together to find the hidden player.

It’s a fun and engaging way for kids to explore the great outdoors.

Mastering Target Archery

The target archery activity allows older kids to put their aim and focus to the test. Participants will receive instruction on proper archery form and technique before taking aim at targets downrange. The thrill of hitting the bullseye will have them feeling like true archers.

| Archery Equipment Provided |

| — |

| Bow |

| Arrows |

| Quiver |

| Armguard |

| Finger Tab |

The target archery builds confidence and concentration skills that can be applied to many areas of life. With the guidance of experienced instructors, kids will master this classic outdoor activity.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Minimum Group Size for This Activity?

The minimum group size for this activity is not specified in the information provided. The experience is described as family-friendly, suggesting it’s suitable for both small and larger groups.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for the Obstacle Course?

The obstacle course is recommended for all family members, but there are age restrictions. Children under 5 years old are not permitted to participate in the obstacle course due to safety concerns.

Can Participants Bring Their Own Archery Equipment?

Participants can’t bring their own archery equipment. The experience includes target archery equipment provided by the activity organizers. This is to ensure the safety and proper supervision of all participants.

Is There an Option to Extend the Duration of the Activity?

No, the activity’s duration is fixed at 2 hours. There’s no option to extend it. The package includes the specified activities and services within the 2-hour timeframe, and any extension would require booking an additional session.

Are There Any Dietary Requirements to Be Considered?

The activity doesn’t mention any dietary requirements, so participants can bring their own snacks and drinks. However, marshmallows are provided for cooking over the fire during the survival skills workshop.

The Sum Up

Cork’s Outdoors Family Adventure offers an unforgettable day of outdoor fun and bonding. Families can discover survival skills, test their aim in target archery, and navigate an exciting obstacle course, all while guided by experienced instructors. With activities for all ages and convenient transportation, this adventure at Fota Island Adventure Centre provides an exhilarating experience to create lasting memories in nature.