Dan Jey provides a few strategies for those looking to involve their friends in outdoor adventures.

1. H O W T O G E T Y O U R
F R I E N D S T O L I K E
T H E O U T D O O R S
DAN JEY

2. L E T ' S F A C E I T : N O T E V E R Y O N E
L I K E S T H E O U T D O O R S .
Dealing with your nature-phobic friends can be tricky,
especially if all you want to do is take that winding hike through
a nearby nature preserve or go camping during your springtime
vacation. But don't worry; all hope may not be lost quite yet!
Sometimes, the key to convincing your friends that a trip into
the great outdoors is better than the sum of their mosquito
bites and sunburns is a matter of planning a trip you know
they'll enjoy. Take them outside! After a few months of
exploration, they might just find themselves as in love with
nature as you are. Here are a few tips to get them started!

3. SIGN THEM UP
Maybe your friends aren’t wild
about the idea of that
summertime 4k or music-and-
hiking nature trip - but have they
really given it a go yet?
Sometimes it’s better to ask for
forgiveness than for permission.
Some people just need a little
nudge to realize just how great
outdoor life can be - and signing
them up might just be impetus
they need to embrace their
nature-loving side. Take initiative
by signing your friend up for a
beginner’s event!

4. BRIBE THEM
Nothing wrong with a little bribe
here and there! There are many
ways to go about this technique-
find something they like to do
and give it to them. After they do
something outside with you, of
course. Your best friend likes
shopping? Tell her you'll trade
some outdoor time for shopping
time and make a day of it. Guy
friend loves beer? Have you ever
sat back and enjoyed a cool beer
after a full day of playing in the
sun? Sometimes, friendship is all
about compromise.

5. ASK THEM
Even interested friends might be
a little hesitant to embark on a
trip or nature-based adventure if
they haven’t experienced much of
the outdoors before. Ask them
what kind of events and pursuit
they might want to do, then make
those interests a reality! After
they see how much fun exploring
the outdoors can be, you can
introduce them to some of the
more challenging pursuits that
you enjoy.

6. PLAN A TRIP
Planning a trip to go hiking,
white-water rafting, or climbing
can be an experience you all end
up remembering fondly for the
rest of your lives. Get creative,
and make it happen!

7. M A N Y
T H A N K S !
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