FATHER’S DAY GIFT IDEAS
The right Father’s Day gift for Dad
can make this special day even
more meaningful for the men
who do so much for their families
throughout the year.
Each year in the middle of June, families
honor the special men who help make the
familial engine run. Father’s Day is celebrated
on the third Sunday in June in the United
States and Canada, and families across both nations
make the day all about dads.
Many families have their own unique Father’s
Day traditions, but it’s not uncommon for those
rituals to cross familial lines. For example,
gift-giving is one popular Father’s Day tradition
many families share. With that in mind, anyone
looking for the right gift for Dad this Father’s
Day can consider these ideas.
• Grill: Father’s Day comes just as spring is
winding down and summer is set to begin. That
means Dad will soon be fi ring up the grill several
nights per week, if he hasn’t already. Since summer
is grilling season and Father’s Day predates
the start of summer by a couple of days, why not
give Dad a new grill this season? Many people
have fallen in love with the art of smoked foods
in recent years, and if Dad fi ts that bill then a
smoker/grill hybrid can be just the gift to make
him smile. If Dad prefers the convenience of
grilling at a moment’s notice, then a new propane
grill can fi t the bill. Dads who love to tailgate
outside their favorite football stadium may love a
new portable grill to bring
their pregame tailgates up
a notch.
• Beer subscription service:
If Dad’s a devoted drinker
of craft beers, then a subscription
to a beer club that
delivers suds right to his
doorstep could make this
Father’s Day one he won’t
soon forget. Clubs vary
and many offer an array
of membership options,
but typically these groups
hand-pick beers from an
assortment of participating
breweries, some local and
some from distant, though
likely domestic, locales. Gift givers can take note
of Dad’s favorite beer style, whether it’s the wildly
popular IPA or beers brewed in the Belgian
tradition or some other style. Such information
can be provided to clubs who will then curate
the subscription box to align with the styles Dad
likes best.
• Golf trip: If Dad is an avid golfer, then he likely
has his sights set on some special places to
play 18 holes. Families can pool their resources
and give Dad a trip to a course he wants to play.
Courses across North America have hosted PGA
Tour and PGA Tour Canada events, meaning Dad
could end up playing the same holes his favorite
professionals have played. Pebble Beach Golf
LinksTM in California is undoubtedly on many a
father’s golf course bucket list, but many more
clubs outside of California and across both the
U.S. and Canada offer stunning views and challenging
rounds that will be sure to please Dad
this Father’s Day.
• Man cave memorabilia: No man cave is complete
without memorabilia. If Dad’s a diehard
sports fan, help him decorate his go-to spot to
watch his favorite team with some authentic
memorabilia. Whether it’s a framed game-worn
jersey or a bat with Dad’s name engraved on it or
a basketball signed by the roster of his favorite
team, these items will look great on the wall of
any father’s man cave.
Memorable Ways To Celebrate Dad This Father’s Day
Dads do a lot for their families, and Father’s
Day is the perfect time to acknowledge
those efforts. The days when dads
would receive a colorful necktie for Father’s Day
are largely (and, for fathers, thankfully) a relic of
the past. Modern Father’s Day celebrations tend
to involve more careful planning, and the following
are some ways to make this year’s day for
dads one to remember.
• Take Dad on a tour through his own history. The
popularity of genealogy has skyrocketed over the
last decade-plus, as various fi rms have made it
easier than ever for individuals to trace their family
histories. If Dad counts himself among the
millions across the globe interested in their family
histories, moms and kids can work together to
create a virtual tour through that history. Present
the history as a printed book or as a video, sharing
interesting things you learned about Dad’s
ancestors but also highlighting key moments in
his life. This presentation can be accompanied
by a subscription to a genealogy service and a
tour of some of Dad’s childhood haunts before
the family enjoys brunch or dinner in the neighborhood
where Dad grew up.
• Take to the great outdoors. Father’s Day is celebrated
in mid-June, making the day a perfect
time to enjoy the great outdoors (weather permitting).
Plan a day around Dad’s favorite outdoor
activity. If Dad is an avid fi sherman, book a family
outing on a charter boat so Dad can focus on
catching fi sh and not navigating. If Dad loves being
in natural settings, camp out the night before
Father’s Day so he can wake up to the sound of
birds chirping in the crisp morning air. If Dad has
a favorite baseball team, take him out to the ballgame
so he can soak up some Father’s Day sun.
• Book a private chef. If Dad has a fascination
with food, perhaps nothing can make Father’s
Day more memorable than a delicious meal
served by a private chef. Private chefs will do
all the work, giving moms and kids more time
to spend with Dad throughout the day, and then
the whole family can enjoy a special meal made
by someone whose specialty is crafting delicious
dinners. Offerings vary, but many private chefs
handle all the cooking and cleaning. Identify
Dad’s favorite dish and then look for a chef who
specializes in that type of cuisine.
• Appeal to Dad’s inner adventurer. Some Dads
may just want to relax on Father’s Day, while others
may prefer a more adventurous celebration. If
Dad falls into the latter group, book a fun and
adventurous activity the whole family can enjoy
together. A kayaking trip, a skydiving session, a
round of paintball, or even tickets to a rock concert
on Father’s Day weekend can connect Dad
with his inner adventurer.
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