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Great Family Adventure

Columbus, Georgia

Great Family Adventure follows power couple and World Champion kayakers Emily Jackson and Nick Troutman as they travel the country in their R.V while homeschooling their two kids (Tucker, 10, and Parker, 7), paddling wild rivers, exploring hiking & bike trails, swimming in the ocean, and camping out under the stars.

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Columbus, Georgia

Great Family Adventure Episode 4 | 23m 0s | CC

Pro kayakers Nick Troutman & Emily Jackson and family explore Columbus, Georgia while in town for the USA Freestyle Kayaking Team Trials

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