Frequently Asked Questions:
- How long have you been in business?
- Authentic Adventures launched in May 2022. Yes, the company is barely 3 months old! But before starting my own business, I worked in recreation therapy providing outdoor activities and events for over 10 years. I have been a recreation therapist for over 15 years and have led recreation activities for individuals with mental, physical, emotional and sensory disabilities. I've worked with all ages from 2 years old, all the way up to 96 years old!
- What is recreation therapy?
- Great question! Therapeutic Recreation is considered purposeful play; providing opportunities for people with disabilities to learn and grow through recreation and interactions with others. Our programs work towards goals with the participants; whether it is learning a new leisure skill, appropriate interactions for a specific situation, or other activities of daily living. The typical goals for the programs we offer are to increase: social skills, leisure education, leisure awareness, physical fitness, or functional independence.
- What kind of tours do you offer?
- We offer guided hiking tours, camping, backpacking, kayaking and rock climbing. If you are not into those activities, we also do destination tours that are more food and travel based.
- How much experience do I need to have to participate in these tours?
- Zero! We have tours for all ability levels. We cater our packages to you. If you are wanting something more specialized, we do private tours just for you or your group.
- What do you plan to do with the funds when you get them?
- The funds will help cover insurance costs for 2023, permits, equipment purchase and storage, vehicle and equipment maintenance. For the AACC Therapeutic Recreation program- the funding will help cut or eliminate costs for our participants to go on community outings.
- How can we find out more about you and your tours?
