Jay,

Regarding the father/son trip....

How about Duluth, MN? Several airports to choose from, great hiking,
camping and whatnot along the North Shore. And as a bonus, they are
having the Duluth Airshow in July.

http://www.duluthairshow.com/2006/index.html
http://www.visitduluth.com/
http://www.exploreminnesota.com/

Randy