Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What started as a paddle board trip down an Iowa river became something much bigger.
Join Chris Ward and Joshua Dragge as they gather a crew of friends, fathers, and outdoorsmen for a journey through the heart of Iowa. For Chris, who now calls Colorado home, the trip is a chance to return to the waters and landscapes that shaped who he is. But this isn’t just a river adventure—it’s a reflection on roots, friendship, and the ever-changing journey of fatherhood.
Over the course of several days on the water, conversations flow as freely as the river itself. Around campfires, in quiet stretches between casts, and through shared miles downstream, dads from different stages of life open up about raising children, balancing family and passion, and what it means to show up for the people who matter most.
In a world that rarely slows down, this trip serves as a reminder of the value of disconnecting from screens, reconnecting with nature, and spending meaningful time with the people who have helped shape our lives.
This is a story about adventure, but more importantly, it’s a story about coming home.
#PaddleBoarding #IowaRiver #Fatherhood #OutdoorAdventure #Camping #Fishing #BOTE #RiverTrip #DadLife #NatureConnection #MidwestOutdoors #BoteNation #BoteBoards
What started as a paddle board trip down an Iowa river became something much bigger.
Join Chris Ward and Joshua Dragge as they gather a crew of friends, fathers, and outdoorsmen for a journey through the heart of Iowa. For Chris, who now calls Colorado home, the trip is a chance to return to the waters and landscapes that shaped who he is. But this isn’t just a river adventure—it’s a reflection on roots, friendship, and the ever-changing journey of fatherhood.
Over the course of several days on the water, conversations flow as freely as the river itself. Around campfires, in quiet stretches between casts, and through shared miles downstream, dads from different stages of life open up about raising children, balancing family and passion, and what it means to show up for the people who matter most.
In a world that rarely slows down, this trip serves as a reminder of the value of disconnecting from screens, reconnecting with nature, and spending meaningful time with the people who have helped shape our lives.
This is a story about adventure, but more importantly, it’s a story about coming home.
#PaddleBoarding #IowaRiver #Fatherhood #OutdoorAdventure #Camping #Fishing #BOTE #RiverTrip #DadLife #NatureConnection #MidwestOutdoors #BoteNation #BoteBoards
