10 Father’s Day gift ideas to encourage dad to be active

There are a lot of great things about dads, and Father’s Day is the perfect time to list a few of them. Not every dad can pick up a wrench and fix your carburetor, but they all seem to have an innate ability to fix a problem. Some dads can dry your tears when you need them, while others can shed a few themselves when the situation calls for it. That’s the beauty of dads; they’re all different. Whether your dad prefers hiking, cycling, or simply walking in nature, here are 10 great gift ideas that will encourage your dad to head outside and make the most of his time outdoors.

1. DJI drone

Some dads are interested in photography, others are into hiking and biking, and there are others that are into all three. If that sounds like your dad, a great Father’s Day gift would be a DJI drone. The latest DJI drones can hit the skies and capture vivid 4K HDR video and photos at elevations up to 4000 metres. With the Follow Me feature the drone can follow along and capture every adventure, and it has 34-minute flight time so he won’t miss a moment. You can check out the drone buying guide for a full list of features you’ll find on the latest drones.

2. Give the gift of a truck or car tent

Since buying a Tacoma, my husband has had a truck tent on his Father’s Day wish list. You can choose a truck tent or car tent so he can camp out in the backcountry while staying safe in the comfort of his car or truck. This type of tent assembles right in an open truck bed or behind a car, and it’s roomy enough for one or more people. It’s a great gift if he likes to take road trips or just stop by for a quick overnight with the kids or grandkids.

3. Garmin Fenix smartwatch

Fitness watches are a great way to encourage dads to be more active, and the Garmin Fenix 7x smartwatch is one of the best fitness watches for any dad who wants to get outside and explore. It uses solar power to boost battery life and it will track his heart rate, steps, elevation, pulse ox, and more. There are daily workout suggestions tailored to his activity level and will monitor stress and sleep for overall health. The Fenix 7x will also help him stay connected by showing text or emails on his wrist.

4. Gift him an electric bike

Electric bikes make it easy for any Dad to get into a fitness routine, and the SWFT Zip fat tire is a great choice to help him get active. Electric bikes are fun to ride, and with pedal assistance he can build up his strength and stamina without exerting himself too much. It has a battery life that lets you ride up to 59.5 km and it can reach a top speed of 31.8km/hr. The built-in monitor will display his battery output and speed, and the 20” fat tires are designed for every type of terrain including rain, sand, and snow.

5. Sony WH-1000XM headphones

There are so many playlists that motivate you to get moving, and one of the best ways to encourage Dad to be more active is to gift him a set of headphones for Father’s Day. There are different types of headphones including in ear and on ear, and I’ve found my Dad’s favourite is a pair of over ear headphones like the Sony WH-1000XM5. He likes to chat on the phone so he can take calls while wearing comfortable headphones, and they also offer active noise cancelling if he’d like to enjoy a nature playlist while working around the house or playing his favourite music while going for a walk.

6. Hit the water with GoPro Hero10

GoPro HERO10 is the perfect camera for any dad who wants to capture his favourite outdoor activities. The latest GoPro is a 5K camera with a 23MP CMOS sensor and a 15.8-megapixel camera. It’s waterproof so he can take it diving, sailing, or while mountain biking in the rain, and it will mount on his handlebars or helmet so he can capture every adventure.

7. Track his golf metrics with Garmin

The Garmin Approach R10 portable golf launch monitor is a great gift for any dad who loves to golf. It will analyze different golf metrics including ball speed, smash factor, and club head speed. He can see his data on the Garmin Golf app and it will motivate him to improve his swing or game. There are even virtual courses he can golf on, and he’ll love playing in the weekly Garmin tournaments.

8. North 49 Booster hydration pack

Maybe your dad likes to hike for an hour or two but feels he lacks the gear to go all day. You can help your dad take longer hikes by gifting him the North 49 Booster hydration pack for Father’s Day. It can hold 2 L of water and lets him rehydrate hands-free so he can easily use it for hiking, biking, or walking. It also has a shock cord front lashing system to hold extra gear.

9. JBL Bluetooth speaker

My husband loves being outside. Wherever he goes he likes to bring his favourite music along, but his desire to listen to music has resulted in more than one smashed or wet iPhone because he’s dropped it while it was streaming. What he really needs is an outdoor speaker like the JBL FLIP 6. It’s the perfect gift for anyone who wants to listen to music outside because they can stream to the speaker and keep their phone safely tucked away. It has amazing sound quality, is waterproof, and it’s small so it’s easy to clip to a bike or backpack.

10. Triumph 4-square volleyball and badminton

If your dad isn’t an extreme type of guy but still likes a low-key game in the backyard, the Triumph 4-square volleyball and badminton combo set is a great gift to encourage him to get outside. It includes everything you need to play volleyball or a quick match of badminton. The net will adjust to regulation height for the most authentic play, and everything folds up for easy storage between games.

What gift will you choose for Father’s Day?

If your goal is to encourage your dad to spend more time outside this year, these gifts may be the motivation dad needs to head out and enjoy the outdoors. Looking for more ideas? Check out the Father’s Day gift guide at Best Buy online.