Your dad isn’t the stay at home type. He enjoys adventures in interesting places, and is at home camping on a rugged mountainside. This can create a quandary when Father’s Day rolls around. What gifts will he appreciate and actually use? No boring ties or ceramic coffee mugs for your spirited father.
Take a look at these Father’s Day gifts. He will actually use and appreciate these adventure-ready items. Imagine Dad miles away and in a tricky situation. He will be fine, though, because he has such a thoughtful gift to get him out of the jam!
Eagle Creek Switchback
The Eagle Creek Switchback bag lets him decide whether to roll it or shoulder it. This convertible piece of luggage works as a backpack or a roller bag. It’s made from tough fabric that will withstand the hazards of a wilderness trek, or an airport slog. There is also a mini pack that detaches for use as a handy daypack.
La Siesta Hammocks
If your pop loves the outdoors, surprise him with a travel hammock. Designed for modern travel, La Siesta hammocks are easy to string-up and easy to pack. No more sleeping on wet or rocky ground. With a hammock, he’ll be comfortably suspended and rested for the next day’s adventures.
Noise Cancelling Headphones
Noise cancelling headphones are the balm that makes long airplane rides bearable. These devices, which come in earbud and over the ear styles, block out background noise (like jet engines), and allow only the content that streams through them to reach the wearer's ears. Bose is generally considered to make the top of the line headphones, but you can find other brands.
iPhone Super Suit
An iPhone Super Suit converts a regular phone into a waterproof camera. Dad will be able to photo document exotic snorkeling trips or waterpark adventures with the kids without fear. This phone case fits over an iPhone (check which phone version he has), and renders it oblivious to liquid harm. It seals so tightly that he can take it up to 6 feet underwater. And it protects the phone from dry land wear and tear.
FitKit
He needs to stay in shape, even when he’s on one of those business road warrior trips. Give him a FitKit to take along on business or adventure trips. This “portable fitness solution kit” consists of a jump rope, pedometer, exercise band, resistance tube and a door attachment. That’s everything dad needs to get a cardio, strength and flexibility workout. He has to keep fit for his next expedition!
ProTrek Watch
A watch that stands up to adventure travel and satisfies Dad’s techy side will be a hit. Casio’s ProTrek watch offers lots of cool features, like an altitude sensor, thermometer, compass, 48 city world time, and more. It looks rugged yet attractive enough to wear even when he’s on home turf.
Square Water Bottle
Dad will be hydrated and stylish when you give him a Square Water Bottle. The sleek, aluminum bottle is indeed shaped like a long rectangle. You can open it at both ends to clean, which means no gunky build up. It’s tough enough to accompany him on his treks and attractive enough to look good at the office. It will appeal to his compassionate side, too, as 10 percent of the profits from Square bottles are donated to charities.
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Image Credits
Hiking, Aoraki by True New Zealand Adventures
