Like many of our readers, we were fortunate enough to grow up with outdoorsy dads who helped guide us toward a lifelong love of playing outside. We took the time to call up our dads (hint, hint) to give them some love and chat with them about their favorite moments outside. Many of them are still rocking gear from their first excursions outdoors, and we thought we’d share some of our dads’ favorite pieces of outdoor gear that they still use to this day. We suggest you ring them up and do the same, you never know what gems live in your dad’s head鈥攐r his garage. To all the dads out there, happy Father’s Day!

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I got this Osprey fanny pack in the 鈥�70s. I have鈥攓uick count鈥攕ix other fanny packs around the house right now. I have used all of them. And then I come back to the Osprey one. Others are better for more urban things, and work well as slings as well as on my hips. But if I want to use a fanny pack vs a backpack, and I often do since I sweat less that way and prefer to carry things on my hips rather than shoulders, this remains the one I usually turn to for a hike, like I did in Santa Fe this past week; like I did when we went fishing in northern New Mexico two summers back.

Most fanny packs these days are too small to carry what I want, or too flimsy in the way they can be tightened to the back and hips. This one has water bottle bags where the elastic has worn and the holders sag by this point. But it can carry 10L (just a guess) and has a design that lets you slip clothes or extra soft stuff between the main compartment and the front small compartment (for sunblock, toothpicks, etc). It鈥檚 wonderfully ugly by now, but it still works. I have lighter ones, I have a heavier one, I have a slightly larger, less used version of this one but this is the one I come back to. I bought it when it first came out, from Down Works here in Santa Cruz (where Osprey packs began, and run by people involved with the packs when all of them were UC Santa Cruz students). They used a cinching system when they first started that still is about the best I鈥檝e seen. I鈥檝e used the pack for walks here in Pogonip often, on trips, hiking, and it鈥檚 still great. It does the job. 鈥擯aul Skenazy, father of features editor Matt Skenazy

A fly box. Silver, brushed aluminum, a sticker on the front showing how to tie fishing knots, green plastic interior with space for 100’s of flies鈥攚et and dry. Still in great shape despite its age and use, even the plastic and the clasp. It was brand new when I got it over 55 years ago as a gift from my father. I suspect it was a birthday gift, but he may have given it to me prior to a fishing trip.

The box is used to hold flies and be carried around with you while fishing whether it be in a boat, vest, chest pack, or fanny pack. I am sure I used it soon after I got it although I am not positive where I was. It was either on a local lake such as Lake Cushman or American Lake in Washington State, or in Canada at Decka lake. I was in love with the box as it made me feel like I was a legitimate fly fisherman and I loved the organizational aspect of keeping all my precious flies in one place.

I think in most ways my relationship with the box hasn’t changed, despite having many more fly boxes now. I still love the feel of the brushed aluminum as I open the box; still love the simple utility; love the memories it evokes of two of my favorite people, my dad and my brother, who have both passed away and were my favorite fishing buddies; and marvel how it has stood the test of time. I use the box every year, pretty much every time I go fishing in fresh water. I wouldn’t sell it, which makes it priceless to me. 鈥擜lan Barronian, father of senior editor Abbie Barronian

I bought this Gerry puffy jacket during a ski trip to Salt Lake City back in 1971 or 1972. My previous ski coat, which I鈥檇 had since the mid-sixties, had broken its zipper, and I needed to find a replacement. I forget where I bought it鈥擨 probably got it at the base area shop at Alta. This jacket was a huge upgrade from my previous ski jacket. It鈥檚 down with a nylon skin and the seams are all on the inside鈥攖his was cutting-edge stuff back then. Why do I still have it 53 years later? It still works and it鈥檚 still warm! 鈥擩ohn Dreier, father of articles editor Fred Dreier

It鈥檚 probably a bit trite, but my oldest piece of gear that鈥檚 still a fully functional part of just about everything I do outside has to be the Swiss Army knife my grandma gave me for high school graduation 46 years ago. Its facilitated hundreds of backcountry lunches and minor emergencies over the years, from the Canadian arctic to Morocco. But mostly it keeps the memory of my grandma fresh whenever I pull it out of my pack. 鈥擲teve Brown, father of 国产吃瓜黑料 contributor Meaghen Brown

When digital editor Jake Stern asked his father Richard Stern about gear that he鈥檚 held onto over the years, he seemed irritated, but recounted a pair of long underwear he鈥檚 had since the 鈥�80s. We decided to omit a photo.

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Every year when mid-June rolls around, I see a surplus of Father鈥檚 Day gift guides that boast the latest and greatest grilling tools, lawnmowers, drill bits, and corny mugs reading, 鈥淕o ask Mom.鈥� While those are great for a certain type of man, that鈥檚 simply not my dad.聽

My dad likes to cook out occasionally, but he doesn鈥檛 captain his grill with the same fervor as a grill master. And while he enjoys summer burgers and hot dogs, his culinary skills don鈥檛 begin and end behind 鈥極le Reliable, our beat up grill. His role isn鈥檛 simply to monitor the meat at a cookout and make dad jokes while passing out cold beers, but to provide nourishment, adventure, and love.聽

Even though he’s not the most skilled chef (sorry, dad) with tons of cooking knowledge, he’s has taught me more about food than anyone else. He’s shown me the rare and beautiful balance of enjoying delicious meals while focusing on the healing, nutritious aspects of food. Not only that, but he practices lifelong learning by constantly improving upon what he knows about nutrition and introducing new foods with such genuine enthusiasm. Best of all, my dad makes cooking the most simplest of meals an experience. To him, taking the time to slowly and carefully chop a bell pepper into near perfect slices is not only a key part of the process, but I can tell he enjoys it. When he’s cooking, he’s cooking. He’s not rushed to get everything onto our plates, almost like he doesn’t want the experience to be over. I think that’s something I’ve learned from him and applied to life in general.

*Sniffle.* Is someone cutting onions? Goodness.

Someone like that is pretty unique and deserves a gift he鈥檒l actually use. Gone are the days of watching him fake excitement over a rubber handle grill brush, underwear with steaks on them, or an apron that says, 鈥淪hhh It鈥檚 Grilling Szn.鈥澛�

Matchaful Black Bamboo Whisk, $69

My dad is a big matcha guy. He drinks it not only for the caffeine, but for its high antioxidant count, and heart-healthy nutrients. Plus, he loves to take an extra five minutes out of his morning to enjoy the routine of whisking his tea. Matchaful hand-crafts its whisks from Japanese bamboo that is cut, dried for a full month, and shaved down until it has bristles. My dad is the kind of guy who would appreciate the sort of time and effort it took to make a kitchen essential he uses every morning.

Made In Non Stick Frying Pan, $129

In addition to his daily matcha, my dad makes eggs every morning (and whenever the time arises), but his pan is in bad shape. The bottom is scraped, burnt, gouged, and quite frankly, pathetic. He deserves a durable, non-stick frying pan with a stainless steel base, but it鈥檚 something he would never buy for himself.

HOLOS Overnight Muesli, $65.04 for a 12 pack聽

After eating a sample of this HOLOS Overnight Muesli 鈥� a blend of rolled oats, seeds, nuts, and dried berries soaked overnight 鈥� my dad was hooked. He was telling everyone and anyone about this muesli. (Which, by the way, is packed with 20 grams of plant-based protein, 13 different vitamins and minerals, and CFU probiotics!) This is a great Father鈥檚 Day gift, as the individual packets are on the pricier side. My dad never splurges on himself, so I鈥檒l do it for him.

Wonder Valley Olive Oil, $36

Rated by New York Magazine as one of the best finishing olive oils on the market, Wonder Valley Olive Oil would be perfect for my dad鈥檚 daily spinach, walnut, and blueberry salad. This is his staple meal, and he always eats it with a slice of whole wheat bread. For those who love olive oils, you know how fun it is to try different varieties. Wonder Valley has been described as buttery, peppery, and dynamic, which sounds like it would be perfect on Dad鈥檚 salad!

Happy Dad, $17.99 for a 12 pack

Believe it or not, my dad would often rather have a refreshing seltzer over a beer. In flavors like lemon lime, black cherry, pineapple, and watermelon, Happy Dads are tasty but aren鈥檛 overwhelmingly sweet like other seltzers can be. He鈥檇 love sipping these on the patio while not grilling. Plus, he鈥檇 get a kick out of the name.聽

Nulaxy Dual Folding Cell Phone Stand, $8.99

Often when my dad is cooking, he tries to multitask by watching a movie, listening to a podcast, or FaceTiming. This often leads to him trying to set the phone up on a flimsy salt shaker or accidentally setting it in a dollop of sour cream, butter, or egg that鈥檚 gotten on the counter. As simple of a gift as this cell phone stand is, he鈥檇 use it all the time鈥攁nd never would his phone be sticky or yolk-covered again.

Speed Steel Pizza Plate

My dad is the pizza guy. Open his fridge on any given day of the week and you’ll find a package of pizza dough, ICOE (In Case Of Emergency). It’s not just about the taste of the pizza, it’s about the ceremony for him. He’ll set the mood with some music, pull out all the fixings for pizza (脿 la dad means mozzarella cheese, peppers, pepperoni, and black olives) and take his sweet old time placing each ingredient in its place. I swear, he organizes the olives. To meet this decorum, a Speed Steel plate (also called a pizza stone) absorbs heat and retains it the same way a brick oven would. This allows for a crispier crust and even bake.

Saffron Crocus Bulbs, $12.99 for 12 bulbs

My dad loves turmeric because of its benefits and uses it on everything. In the past he’s grown it himself, harvesting the roots and shaving it down into powder. He’d love to grow a different plant like saffron, which has been shown to improve mood (it’s often called the sunshine spice) and contains cancer-fighting properties. Part of the gift is that he gets to expand his cooking experience and not only reap saffron’s nutritional benefits, but enjoy the process of cultivating and watching it grow. Note: While saffron is best planted in the fall, you can also start to grow it in an indoor pot.

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Summer is just around the corner, and now is the perfect time to gear up to spend as much time outside as possible. Whether you’re shopping for any dads in your life or for yourself, check out this list of the best deals and promotions from some of our favorite brands. Bookmark this page and check back frequently through Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18 for more deals鈥攚e鈥檒l be updating it with more deals as they become available.

Backcountry

Promotion: There are plenty of gems on sale in their recommended 鈥攕ome up to 50 percent off.
顿补迟别蝉:听Ongoing
Our Pick: The Troy Lee Designs A3 Mips Helmet was one of our favorite helmets of 2022. Select colors and sizes are up to 40 percent off.

Columbia

Promotion: Get almost everything.
顿补迟别蝉:听June 8-18
Our Pick: The OutDry Extreme Eco II Tech Shell Jacket is not only incredibly eco-friendly, but also one of the best hardshell jackets out there.

Eddie Bauer

Promotion: Get select full-price items, plus an all sale items.
顿补迟别蝉:听June 12-15
Our Pick:聽The Guide Pro shorts are the summer-approved version of the Guide Pro pants that we know and love.

Huckberry

Promotion: Huckberry has lots of great finds in their that would make a great gift for dad (or yourself).
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Our Pick: The Waxed Canvas Trucker Hat is a sophisticated spin on a classic style, wearable from the trail to town.

RAD Power Bikes

Promotion: on select e-bike models and accessories.
顿补迟别蝉:听June 6-19
Our Pick: At $1400, the RadRunner 6 Plus high step is a crazy deal. The fat tires allow you to commute to the trail with ease.

REI

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顿补迟别蝉:听June 12-22
Our Pick: Outfit Dad in this classic organic cotton Patagonia tee.

Saucony

Promotion: Select styles are up to 60 percent off, plus get an additional 20 percent off .
顿补迟别蝉:听June 7-13
Our Pick:聽We awarded the Peregrine 12 trail running shoes the best all-terrain shoes in last year’s Summer Gear Guide.

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Tecovas

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顿补迟别蝉:听June 9-12
Our Pick: Western-style The Doc boot features a square toe, supple leather, and double stitching to make these durable and stylish.

Traeger Grills

Promotion: on select grills.
顿补迟别蝉:听June 2-21
Our Pick: Do yourself a favor and just get a Traeger grill already.

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When photographer and his wife, , went on their first date, they climbed a mountain together. With snowshoes on and ice axes in hand, they tagged the snowy summit of Mount Superior, outside of Salt Lake City. The Moons discovered they are the best and happiest versions of themselves when they spend a lot of time outside, so that鈥檚 what they did. Since then, their life together has been infused with adventure and far-flung trips.聽

Their values didn鈥檛 change when their daughter, Zoey, was born six years ago. After years of working as a travel nurse, with ample stints of time off between gigs, Moon took a job as full-time nurse at a hospital. But he quickly realized the job wasn鈥檛 a fit because it didn鈥檛 allow for his nonnegotiable: the ability to be outside with his family as much as possible. He quit the job and leaned into photography.

The first year of Zoey鈥檚 life on planet Earth was epic鈥攁 camping trip to Jade Lake in Washington at three weeks old, a backpacking trip in Montana, a road trip down the West Coast, and a van trip in New Zealand. She saw the redwoods, the ocean, and tall jagged peaks. Getting out there was less about stunning vistas and picture-perfect landscapes鈥攖hough those certainly didn鈥檛 hurt鈥攁nd more about prioritizing spending time together in nature, away from life鈥檚 distractions.

鈥淲e wanted to give her the best life that we knew how,鈥� says Moon. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 a life outdoors.鈥� Moon didn鈥檛 get hooked on the outdoors himself until he was 26. Even though he鈥檇 long stared at the Wasatch Front and wanted to hike a mountain, none of his friends did outdoorsy things, so he never felt like he had the chance. One day, he decided to go for it. Moon grabbed his dad鈥檚 camera and hiked to the top of Utah鈥檚 Mount Timpanogos by himself. 鈥淔rom there, it seems like everything totally did a 180,鈥� he says. He started spending all his time outside learning new things鈥攊ce climbing, rock climbing, backcountry skiing鈥攁nd loved every minute of it.聽

Today, the Moon family spends eight months a year on the road. Zoey loves when the family drives the van down to Baja, where they spend their days splashing in the water, learning to swim, and paddleboarding. She also has a soft spot for slot canyons and the otherworldly sandstone towers in Utah鈥檚 Goblin Valley State Park.

Zoey learned to crawl in New Zealand. She took her first step in Death Valley. Her first bike ride was on a dry lake bed in Utah. There were a lot of firsts along the way for Moon, too. 鈥淵ou get to experience things again for the first time through her eyes,鈥� he says. 鈥淲hen we took her to the Washington coast, we were like, 鈥楬ere are clouds, here are wildflowers, here鈥檚 a tree, here鈥檚 moss.鈥� It鈥檚 really cool to experience things for the first time and share them with somebody you really love.鈥澛�

While Moon takes the concept of 鈥渁dventure dad鈥� to the extreme, he believes anyone can tap into the joy he鈥檚 found鈥攁nd he hopes they do. He encourages folks to start small like he did. When he and Natasha took Zoey camping at three weeks old, they brought a 鈥済igantic 12-person tent, massive cots, and massive chairs.鈥� All that gear helped them feel safe and comfortable. It also helped them realize camping wasn鈥檛 that scary and they probably didn鈥檛 need all that stuff the next time they went. 鈥淵ou don鈥檛 have to go that far to have a new experience outdoors,鈥� Moon says. 鈥淕et away from electronics and distractions, and focus on time together.鈥澛�

 

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Moon sometimes worries that sharing his grand adventures might make other parents feel like they could never do it, but that鈥檚 not true. 鈥淵ou just have to build up to it. Start simple, go ahead and take everything but the kitchen sink with you, learn how to take care of a kid outdoors, and then move up to bigger adventures,鈥� Moon says. 鈥淭he end goal is just spending uninterrupted time together in whatever fashion.鈥�

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There are many different types of gifts to get someone on Father鈥檚 Day, but we would argue that the best are those that don鈥檛 just satisfy needs, but those that also indulge wishes with delight. These eight items are sure to upgrade dad鈥檚 outdoor kit鈥攁nd charm him at the same time鈥攚hether he鈥檚 a camper, hiker, angler, forager, paddler, or beach lounger.

Bote Inflatable Hangout Chair Classic ($349)

Best for Chillers

Like a backyard lounge chair鈥攂ut built for floating鈥攖his inflatable raft combines a rigid deck with a PVC sling that lets Dad kick back in cool, watery comfort. The pivoting back moves between reclined or upright sitting positions, and instead of a recessed cup holder, a magnetic plate secures any metal tumbler or can koozie. And we love that the sturdy D-rings make it easy to tether to a swim platform or other rafts. Bonus: after the session at the lake or seashore, the deflated lounger packs down to cigar-box size so he can take it anywhere.

Yeti Rambler Beverage Bucket ($150)

Best for Wannabe Bartenders

Built tough for campsites and tailgate apr猫s sessions, these drink accessories let mixologists take their show on the road without worrying about breaking their gear. Big enough to hold more than just ice, the double-walled Rambler Beverage Bucket ($150) chills two wine bottles or a six-pack of cans. The stainless steel ($50) keeps gritty fingers out of the cubes and the ($20) keeps concoctions cold in style.

iKamper Apron ($80)

Best for Craftsmen

Help Dad keep his clothes unstained and unscathed with this heavyweight apron, made from scraps of rooftop tent fabric. The waterproof, densely-woven poly-cotton canvas shields against wood chips, wayward hatchets, or greasy bike wrenches. It looks spiffier than your typical kitchen, plus there鈥檚 plenty of room for tools, notebooks, pens, and gloves in the three pockets. You might have a hard time keeping him out of it.

Orvis Superfine Glass Fly Rod ($498)

Best for Anglers

For dads who covet handmade bamboo fly rods, we propose this more affordable (yet exquisitely crafted) fiberglass option. Its slow action and delicate feel appeal to anglers who love the old-school stuff (and make it forgiving enough for beginners), yet its newly-engineered S-2 glass delivers superior accuracy and lets experts hit palm-sized targets on technical waters. Thus anglers of varying abilities call this their ticket to bliss on small mountain streams and spring creeks.

Opinel No. 8 Mushroom Knife ($34)

Best for Foragers

Any pocketknife can harvest mushrooms and other wild edibles, but this handsome tool offers greater practicality and convenience for the dedicated seeker of wild food. The curved blade wraps around stems for cleaner cutting, and the built-in brush (made of boar bristles, the preferred shroom-scrubbing material) lets foragers field-clean their finds with ease and efficiency. We love how the birchwood handle takes on an attractive patina with repeated use. If you really want to go the extra mile, you can have the handle and blade engraved.

Roark Boatman 2.0 Board Shorts ($100)

Best for All-Day Trunkers

If dad鈥檚 summer uniform is a pair of swim trunks, gift him board shorts that come with a lifetime guarantee: made of ultra-tough Cordura fabric with four-way stretch, the Booatman stand up to rocks, coral, and brush while allowing for full freedom of movement. One zippered pocket holds valuables (and the shorts themselves, when packed), while the 17-inch inseam offers just-right coverage for surfers, anglers, and paddleboarders.

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Gerber Custom Knife or Multi-Tool (from $140)

Get Dad a Gerber Fastball, Sedulo, or Terracraft knife that’s customized to fit his outdoor persona. With a variety of colors, materials, and lasermarks to choose from, this will be his favorite gift and new go-to adventure tool.

Silky Pocketboy Professional Outback Edition ($55)

Best for Hunters and Gatherers

This folding saw transforms the tedious chore of cutting wood into a source of self-powered satisfaction. Unlike cheapo blades, this laser-cut piece of Japanese steel features a proprietary tempering process that keeps the metal flexible, yet resistant to dulling (the steel鈥檚 high carbon content preserves sharpness over many uses). It also dispatches bone, making it ideal for game processing as well as campfire-building (it can also be replaced in case of damage). We were impressed with the grip the composite handle afforded us in wet conditions.

NEMO Stargaze Reclining Camp Chair ($300)

Best for Big Rockers

We鈥檒l say it here: this is the most coveted chair in camping, newly updated for easier packing and improved comfort for bigger bodies (the frame鈥檚 vertical posts are now curved to accommodate broad shoulders). Pockets on both sides hold a phone or beverage, and the fabric feels soft and ventilated鈥攏ever sticky. Leaning back into the chair automatically reclines it into 鈥渟targaze鈥� mode, and the swinging hammock design offers rocking-chair relaxation on any surface.

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