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Father's Day Gifts For Every Type Of Outdoorsy Dad
With Father's Day on the horizon, now is the perfect time to consider the best ways to celebrate all the dads in your life. Whether you want to make your own dad feel special, or you're shopping for your partner's first Father's Day, this holiday gives you an excuse to spoil the guys that you love the most.
Here's the thing about dads, though: They can be notoriously difficult to shop for, especially when their interests don't translate into buyable gifts, their tie collections are already too big for their closets, and they pull the dreaded "don't get me anything" classic Dad line.
So what's a gal to do in the 11th hour, when Father's Day is fast approaching and you *still* have no ideas on your gift list?
We teamed up with Columbia to create the ultimate gift guide for all active dads, whether they prefer the woods, the golf course, or the beach. And bonus: Since we believe that you deserve a reward after all this gifting, we included a bonus guide so you can get yourself geared up and ready to join Dad on his next adventure.
Read on for some serious gift-spiration, no matter what type of dad you're shopping for.
If you're shopping for the mountain man...
There's a certain type of dad out there — you know the one. He's happier getting lost in the woods than he is watching the game or lounging by the pool. He lives for scaling mountains and off-the-grid camping trips, and his life goal is to teach his family how to make a fire without a match — one of these days it'll happen!
Help him strengthen his gear game by investing in clothes, accessories, and electronics that'll keep him safe and warm against the elements, and will hold up no matter how many epic trips he puts them through.
(Clockwise from top left):
Fitbit Charge 3 Fitness Tracker
Men’s Rockwell Falls™ Casual Windbreaker
Men’s Newton Ridge™ Plus II Waterproof Hiking Boot
Men’s Pilsner Peak™ IV Long Sleeve Shirt
If you're shopping for the sports lover...
When it comes to sports fan dads, there are two camps. There's the dad who spends game day maxing and relaxing on his recliner with a remote in one hand and a plate of wings in another, and then there's the dad who'd rather be a participant than a spectator.
If the dad you're shopping for falls into the second category, do him a favor and refresh his activewear collection with stylish performance pieces — like a breathable polo or hybrid sneakers for wet and dry conditions — that'll help him play AND look his best.
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Lifetime Freestyle XL™ 98 Stand-Up Paddleboard
Columbia Mesh™ Tree Flag Ball Cap
Beach Defense® Water + Sun Protection Sunscreen Spray
If you're shopping for the beach bum...
The beach bum dad is unique in that he's a lover of all things sun and sand, but he isn't the type to lounge, sunbathe, and indulge in a bestseller. He's a sportsman who sees the ocean as the ultimate playground, so why not gift him something that helps him live his best life on the high seas?
Choose a shirt that'll keep him cool while blocking UV rays and preventing sunburn (dads love a good multi-tasking product), or some stain-repellent shoes with traction for those long days spent on the fishing boat.
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Men’s Silver Ridge™ 2.0 Multi Plaid Short Sleeve Shirt
Men’s Southridge™ Yarn Dye Short Sleeve Shirt
Now, go with him!
Now that you've settled on the perfect gift (or gifts!) that'll show your favorite dad just how much he means to you, it's officially time to treat yourself.
Indulge in some chic and sporty sunglasses or a fresh pair of hiking boots, so next time Dad's heading off on an adventure and asks you to join, you won't have to think twice before grabbing your gear and going.
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Women’s Summer Time™ Hoodie II
Women’s Newton Ridge™ Plus Waterproof Amped Hiking Boot
This post is sponsored by Columbia.
