Could weight lifting be the greatest one on one father and son activity of all time?

My youngest son just turned 14. Couldn’t get a word out of him for what he wanted as a birthday gift. He’s at that age when he naturally challenges the father figure, and I’m often getting the jilt in preference for hanging out with his friends.

So I purchased a little weightlifting kit and have been amazed at how interested he is in pursuing it. He wants to know about diet, and his form during the exercise. We work out together and it’s been a great source of new found bonding and conversation. He loves showing me how strong he is. I love it too.

But summer is here and I really was considering the Archery set up. I wanted something to do outside together. He expressed no interest whatsoever. He’s done with organized sports. We’ve done the baseball thing for the past 5 years and he’s over it.

What other suggestions do you have for outdoor father and son activities?