A Retreat for Dads of Children Living with Prader-Willi Syndrome
Friday July 24 - Sunday July 26th
Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Retreat
Friday July 24th - Arrive in Albuquerque!
Sandia Resort and Casino
Our host hotel for the weekend, Sandia Resort & Casino offers comfortable accommodations and convenient access to the tram and event locations. It provides a relaxed home base for connection, conversation, and downtime between activities.
ABQAX - Meet and Greet
We’ll kick off the weekend with a relaxed evening at ABQ Ax — a chance to unwind, share a few laughs, and connect with other dads in a low-pressure setting. It’s all about breaking the ice and starting the weekend together on the right foot.
Saturday July 25th
Sandia Crest Tramway
We’ll take the Sandia Peak Tramway to the summit of the Sandia Crest, enjoying sweeping views of Albuquerque and the surrounding mountains. The ride sets the tone for the day — creating space to transition from the everyday into the shared experience ahead.
Connection Hike
From the tram we will hike south along the Crest Trail at a relaxed, conversational pace. With intentional pauses and light prompts, the focus is on meaningful connection and shared experience along the trail.
El Pinto - Dinner
After a full day on the trail, we’ll gather at El Pinto for a relaxed, classic New Mexican dinner. It’s the perfect setting to unwind, share stories, and enjoy bold local flavors—whether you’re ordering red chile, green chile, or going “Christmas” and getting both. Great food, easy conversation, and a chance to close out the day together.
Sunday July 26th
Resort Time
The idea for DADventure began when Matt Rivard and I found ourselves sitting at a bar, drinking a beer and talking about the unique experience of being dads of children with Prader-Willi Syndrome. We recognized the need for a dedicated space where fathers could come together, build meaningful connections, and find strength in shared experience. This retreat was created to foster that community — one grounded in authenticity, camaraderie, and mutual support.
Jonathan Andrews
ABOUT US
Just a couple of Dads
DADventure is a father-led, independently organized retreat created by Jonathan Andrews and Matt Rivard. This event is a grassroots initiative built specifically to create space for dads of children of Prader-Willi Syndrome to connect.
QUESTIONS?
We’d genuinely love to connect — reach out anytime and we’ll be happy to share more details or simply talk through what to expect at DADventure.