Dr. Mike and Dr. Chris are not just dentists.
Check out some things that can best be categorized as "other than dentistry!"
Backpacking
Dr. Mike, Dr. Leon, and Dr. Chris pictured in front of Emerald and Sapphire lakes in the Trinity Alps, Ca. Grandpa Leon (aka TarpMan) has an extensive history as a backpacker and photographer. Pictured here in dental-themed t-shirts.
Hockey
Dr. Mike (pictured above) and Dr. Chris have been playing roller hockey for over 15 years. Beginning at Viking Skate Country (now Viking Skate Fun Center), then at a rink off Caterpillar Road in North Redding, and now at Big League Dreams. Dr. Chris has played in National Roller Hockey Championship games with the Redding Roadrunners, Northern Lights, and UC Davis Club Hockey.
Photography
Dr. Chris is very passionate about photography. The above photo is from just above Castle Lake near Mount Shasta on a snowshoeing adventure with Dr. Mike and the rest of the family.
Mountain Biking
Pictured above is Dr. Mike riding his mountain bike in Mount Shasta. There are many mountain biking trails around Mount Shasta and Redding, and if you want a good suggestion on a ride, ask Mountain Mike! Or Click on the above photo to visit Redding Mountain Biking's webpage.
Here's Dr. Chris at a race a few years back, sporting the University of the Pacific Dental School cycling jersey.
Kayak Building
Dr. Mike and Chris are enjoying fabricating some kayaks from wood. The project is going slowly, but they are having a great time being creative. Follow their progress on YouTube!
Volunteering
Pretty much everyone in the Nelson family likes to help with the Shasta High School Music Program. Below is a time-lapse video created by Dr. Chris, showing how the makeup goes on for The Phantom.
GEOCACHING
Watch Dr. Mike lead an expedition to place a GEOCACHE near Mount Shasta. To follow Dr. Mike's caches, search for MtnMike on www.geocaching.com.
Kayaking on Sacramento River
Even though the wood kayaks aren't finished yet, the family likes to get out on the river and lakes around Redding. Check out a time-lapse video:
