20 Father’s Day gifts for dads who are happiest outdoors
Whether he’s a beach cricket fanatic or prefers the quiet of a mountain hike, we’ve rounded up 20 gifts for dads who love being in the great outdoors.
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There are the dads who get a kick out of watching the footy on the couch, then there are those who are happiest actually kicking a footy in the backyard.
If your dad falls into the latter group, this Father’s Day is the perfect opportunity to indulge his love of the outdoors.
Here are 20 gifts that definitely won’t gather dust on the shelf.
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GAMES AND ACTIVITIES
Whether he spends hours splashing around in the pool come summer or fancies himself as talented as Bradman in a game of street cricket, gifts that centre around outdoor games and activities will be a sure-fire winner.
Jenjo Deluxe 8 Metal Bowls Boce Petanque Game Set In Gold And Silver, $78
Land & Sea Beach And Backyard Wooden Cricket Set, $39.95
Red AFL Team Ball, $12
Kohala Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board, $298
Tarmak B900 Kids And Adult Basketball Hoop 2.4 – 3.05m, $1,199
Jenjo 54-Piece Outdoor Giant Wooden Block Game, $153
Radbug Bodyboard With Wrist Leash, $45
APPAREL
Ensure your dad is protected from the elements (and looks stylish) whatever his outdoor pursuit with these durable items.
Patagonia P-6 Label Trad Cap, $44.95
Okanui Pineapple Swim Shorts, $89.99
The North Face Thermoball Eco Snow Triclimate Jacket, $700
Nike Juniper Trail Shoes, $120
Oakley Latch Sunglasses, $194.95
Quiksilver All Time Long Sleeve UPF50 Rash Vest, $59.99
Patagonia LS P-6 Logo Responsibility Tee, $79.95
ACCESSORIES
From a torch for those night-time hikes to a quick-drying towel that allows him to easily move from one the beach to the next activity, outdoorsy accessories definitely won’t sit in their boxes collecting dust.
Garmin Outdoor GPS Watch, $299
Kathmandu 8X21 Compact Binoculars, $59.98
Dock & Bay Extra Large Quick Dry Beach Towel 200cm, $49.95
PowerTraveller Nighthawk Torch, $89
Ergobaby Omni 360 Baby Carrier in Midnight Blue, $249
Lottie & Liv Personalised Name Water Bottle, $69.99
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