Dad and kid outdoor activities help dads show up by turning presence into a repeatable 10- to 20-minute routine. In 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ 2018 guidelines still recommend 60 minutes of daily moderate-to-vigorous activity for ages 6-17, while preschoolers ages 3-5 should aim for at least 3 hours of active play across the day. The point is dependable movement together, not a perfect outing.