EXCURSIONS
Ride On Surf School, Destin, Fla.
Send meeting attendees home with an unexpected new skill: surfing. As the first and only surf school in Destin, Fla., Ride On
Surf School allows groups to dive into the waves and catch the thrill of the surf.
After a day of busy meetings, surfing can be the ideal activity for groups looking to unwind. Expert instructors provide surfing lessons at all skill levels in morning or afternoon sessions. Whether participants are beginners looking to catch their very first wave or seasoned surfers honing their skills, the program provides personalized coaching and guidance tailored to a group’s needs, and it all takes place right on the Destin beach of the Gulf of Mexico.
Surfing lessons provide benefits beyond learning to surf. Attendees build camaraderie and bond as a group as they conquer the waves together—making memories that will last a lifetime.
Guided WaveRunner Tours, Marco Island, Fla.
Set the course for attendee adventure with Marco Island Water Sports’ Guided WaveRunner Tours. Groups seeking thrills and unique experiences will find themselves right in their elements as they zip across the crystal-clear waters of Marco Island, Fla.
The Guided WaveRunner Tour is all about exploration and discovery. Led by experienced, professionally trained guides, participants get the opportunity to cruise through scenic waterways and weave through the trails of one of the world’s largest mangrove forests. The journey sets out from the beachfront of one of the hotels on Marco Island—making it flexible to fit around meeting schedules—and takes riders to the Ten Thousand Islands of the Everglades, a chain of uninhabited islands. The islands serve as a national wildlife refuge, where guests can encounter a diverse range of wildlife, including dolphins, manatees, and all sorts of native birds.
For groups that appreciate learning about the local wildlife but aren’t ready for waverunner adventures, Marco Island Water Sports also has a boat option, which includes a stop at an island to go shelling.
Annapolis Sailing School, Annapolis, Md.
Whether groups are seeking an unforgettable experience or an exhilarating teambuilding opportunity, it all happens at Annapolis Sailing School. Located in Annapolis, Md.—often referred to as “America’s Sailing Capital”—the school was established in 1959 as the nation’s first sailing school for adults. Groups can enjoy personalized instruction tailored to their skill level, whether beginners or seasoned sailors. With each of its courses, the school provides expert, hands-on instruction in the art of sailing, from basic terminology and trimming the sails to catching the wind and steering the boat. Annapolis Sailing School can even set up races for groups to build camaraderie through competition.
Beyond the thrill of learning to sail, the school provides a unique setting for groups to relax, unwind, and connect—all while navigating the scenic waters of the Chesapeake Bay.
Wild Blue Adventure Co., Fayetteville, W. Va.
Groups can spread their wings and embark upon an unforgettable high-flying experience offered by Wild Blue Adventure Co. Based out of Fayetteville, W. Va., Wild Blue Adventure Co. takes guests on once-in-a-lifetime flights over America’s newest national park, New River Gorge National Park & Preserve. History buffs will appreciate that the flights take place in a World War II Stearman biplane, which was used as a training plane during the war.
Groups can select from four flight durations, from 20-minute to 60-minute tours, all of which give passengers a bird’s-eye view of the area. For even more excitement, groups can choose the aerobatic option. Regardless of the flight option chosen, soaring adventures with Wild Blue Adventure Co. are sure to leave groups on cloud nine.
