These days the notion of “getting out” is a lot different than it was just a few months ago. But even if the outdoorsy dad in your life isn’t going much farther than his own backyard or local park, it doesn’t mean he shouldn’t be geared up for memorable adventures. With that in mind, here are a bunch of awesome tools, toys and apparel at a range of price points, sure to serve him well anywhere he wanders.
Light My Fire FireLighting Kit
Lighters run out of fuel. Matches fail in the cold. But with this nifty set, fire will always be at his fingertips. It’s a lot more satisfying to make flames the old-fashioned way, too, with steel and sparks and tinder.
Whiskey Peaks Whiskey Glasses
Even far from the mountains, it’s fun to drink and daydream about scaling the highest peaks. Choose a pair of glasses featuring silhouettes of one of six iconic formations, including Everest, Kilimanjaro and Half Dome.
Sunday Afternoons Sun Tripper Cap
A few smart features distinguished this cadet cap from the competition. A Velcro pocket inside stores cash or cards, the ventilation slits double as sunglasses holders, and the clamshell brim folds in the middle, making it easy to stash until needed.
Darn Tough Hiker Boot Cushion Sock
Darn Tough socks come with a lifetime guarantee, so no matter how many miles he puts on this pair, it’ll last long enough for you to earn it back as a hand-me-down.
Patagonia Capilene Cool Daily Shirt
If Dad’s t-shirt collection only includes garments with his alma mater’s logo, he’s in dire need of an upgrade. Patagonia included 50+ UPF sun protection and odor control inside a tee that feels as good as it looks.
Haptic Lab Flying Martha
Kites and paper planes are so 2019.This Kickstarter-funded bamboo-and-paper ornithopter flaps its wings like a real bird, bringing smiles to children — and Dad’s inner child — in equal measure.
Black Diamond Storm 400 Headlamp
With a high waterproof rating and multiple light modes, the Storm 400 is capable enough for high-risk summit bids but can also help Dad see what he’s doing over the grill when cooking in the dark.
Chaco Chillos Slide
Chaco’s new sandals blend laid-back Birkenstock vibes with an outdoorsy flourish. Less obvious is the squishy-comfy Luvseat midsole, which makes them easy to wear all day long.
Hillsound BTR
There’s no better gift than comfort after a long day on the trail, and with this ultralight camping stool that packs down to the size of a water bottle, Dad can have precisely that.
Zeal Drifter Polarized Sunglasses
Wanna make nature come alive? The Drifter’s ellume lenses make blues and greens pop, turning a local forest into even more of a wonderland. The style points are just a bonus.
Stanley Classic Outdoor Growler Gift Set
Right now everything at Stanley is 25 percent off for Father’s Day once you add it to your cart. May we recommend this 64-ounce growler and four 12 oz. tumblers, a sharp packaged set that ensures satisfying cold beer pours at the end of the trail.
Taylor Stitch Adventure Short
Dad doesn’t have to sacrifice the crips look of his favorite khaki shorts to get the benefits of stretch and water-repellency — Taylor Stitch baked them all into its newest do-everything bottoms.
California Cowboy High Water Shirt
Don’t let the whimsical patterns fool you, as California Cowboy button-ups feature much more than meets the eye. The High Water boasts a soft terry-cloth lining, a beer pocket and a zippered, water-resistant dry pocket, plus a bottle opener, koozie and conversation cards.
Beyond K5 Modus Jacket
This lightweight hooded softshell will keep Dad dry, rain or shine, thanks to a weather-resistant exterior and a moisture-wicking, stink-fighting bamboo charcoal interior. Five external pockets plus an inside one make stashing EDC a snap.
Danner Caprine Low
Danner is well-known for hiking boots sturdy enough for cross-continent treks, and it leveraged that know-how to make a shoe for much shorter journeys.
Barebones Pulaski Axe
When a man just needs an axe, the three-pound Pulaski punches well above its weight. The 1055 carbon steel head features a rounded blade for chopping plus a horizontal mattock blade for cutting, so it can tackle loads of outdoor jobs when unleashed from its leather sheath.
Cotopaxi Allpa Del Dia Travel Pack
Ideal for urban, backcountry and travel use, these colorful packs feature comfortable construction, intuitive pockets and theft-proof zippers. But the real story is the synthetic fabric: sourcing from other companies large production runs makes each pack unique — and uniquely sustainable.
Filson x Helinox Tactical Sunset Chair
Given the support that this full-back camping chair provides (its fine print claims it can hold 320 pounds), Dad will be blown away by how little space it takes up in the car once it’s packed.
The James Brand Hell Gap
Dad won’t need to tote his kitchen knife set into the woods with this utility-driven fixed blade strapped to his belt. In fact, he may continue to use it for meal prep at home.
Yeti Hopper M30
Yeti recently updated its bag-style soft cooler with magnetic strips that make it remarkably easy to open and close, ensuring that sandwich retrieval time is kept to a strict minimum.
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