With Father’s Day only a month away, it’s time to start thinking about what to get dad. My dad has always been incredibly difficult to shop for. He refuses to tell me what he wants and I am left to search for the perfect gift with little to no guidance. But I have since mastered the art of Father’s Day gift giving and I’ve decided to share the wisdom with all the other struggling sons and daughters out there. If you’ve got an active, nature-loving dad like me, check out this list of adventure gifts for dad. You are sure to find something he will be thrilled to receive.
1. Some literary inspiration for his adventures
Inspire your dad to take on a new adventure with a great adventure book. National Geographic has an impressive list of the 100 greatest adventure books. These include stories of travel, survival, and good ol’ adventure. I personally have read and loved three on the list (Into Thin Air, Out of Africa, and Annapurna: A Woman’s Place), but I trust National Geographic and feel certain any of the books on the list will inspire your father and make a great adventure gift for dad.
2. A fireside waffle iron for the best camping breakfast ever
If your dad is a big camper, he’ll love this fireside waffle iron. It’s a great way to upgrade his morning meal during his next overnight adventure. The cast iron press will allow your dad to make delicious waffles for breakfast; a great way to start the day… and an even better way to make him smile on Father’s Day.
3. The ultimate adventurers backpack
No adventure is complete without the perfect backpack. The Boar AR 63 backpack is a top-rated backpack designed to fit comfortably during multi-day hiking and trekking adventures. It’s well built and will easily fit everything your dad needs for his next weekend backpacking trip.
4. A foldable kayak he can take anywhere
This one is a little bit higher on the price range, but it is one of the more awesome adventure gifts for dad. The Oru Bay Kayak is a one-of-a-kind collapsible kayak. It folds up and fits in an impressively small backpack that he can take on his next hike. With this kayak, he can hit the water when he reaches the lake at the top of the mountain or the small inlet on the shore. It’s great for those who want to have an adventure where the car can’t reach.
5. The adventure of a lifetime
If you want to really wow your dad this Father’s Day, consider sending him on a global adventure. True Nature retreats are held around the world and feature the kind of adventure and exploration your dad will love. Of all the adventure gifts for dad, this one is guaranteed to show him just how much you appreciate everything he has done for you. To really blow him away, join him on the adventure and make it a bonding experience for the two of you!
Did we miss any awesome adventure gifts for Dad?
There are tons of incredible things out there for the adventurer within. We tried to find five of the coolest adventure gifts for dad that we could think of, and we think we did a pretty good job, but there’s always more to discover! What great adventure gifts are you getting for your dad this year?? Let us know in the comments below!
