Fathers Day Boating and Gift Guide Guide to Father’s Day Boating
The boat is Dad’s happy place, and it’s thee place to be when you are celebrating Father’s Day with Dad. Whether it’s his first Father’s Day or 30th, there is no doubt that they just want to spend quality time with their kids. Creating memories on the water boating is one of the best ways to do just that.
Boating Activities With Dad
BBQ –
A simple afternoon enjoying time with family and friends on the boat is even better with food & drinks! Fire up the BBQ and sizzle up a batch of juicy burgers or plan a picnic excursion with all of Dad’s favorites. Don’t forget ice for the cooler… filled with his favorite drinks for when he get thirsty of course.
Fishing –
The ideal way to make lasting memories, there is nothing more iconic than going fishing with dad. A great activity for every age, fishing has been bringing families together for decades. The rhythm and exercise of repeatedly casting a fishing rod can be very relaxing and a bit of a stress-reliever for some. Most people’s early memories of learning to fish were spent with dad and the activity simply just be nostalgic.
Dinner Cruise –
One of the greatest pleasures of boating is pulling up to a waterfront restaurant to pick up your phone-in ordered dinner to take back to the boat and eat with a 360 degree view of the lake and gorgeous sunset. This experience has long been a favorite among boaters and will sure be a hit with dad.
Kick Back, Relax and Consider a Captained Rental –
The best days on the water are when you can truly kick back and relax. Let dad off the hook from being the designated driver and he will surely be able to enjoy his day spent on the water. River Valley Marina in Red Wing, MN offers rentals starting at just $200!
Father’s Day Gifts for Boating Dads
Mission Boat Gear Hydra Stacking Cooler
($398) HYRDA features a stackable, modular design to help you keep beverages, cold food, and dry products separated so your drinks don’t get warm, your food doesn’t spoil, and your crackers don’t get soggy. A wheeled base and telescoping handle make transport a breeze while the heavy-duty straps keep everything from toppling over.
Helly Hanson HP Racing Shorts
($80) Great for long days near or on the water and fit with the breathable technology you need to stay comfortable this summer.
Milagro Anejo Tequila
Golden amber Milagro Anejo Tequila ($94) is triple-distilled for smoothness with vanilla and caramel flavors.
Mission Boat Gear Boat Dad Hat
A classic hat for the man who has everything else: kids, a boat, and probably high blood pressure. Comes in 3 colors ($28)
Humminbird Helix 12 Chirp GPS G3N
($1,899) GPS G3N model features a commanding 12.1″ display and Dual Spectrum CHIRP Sonar. Includes GPS mapping, built-in Bluetooth, Ethernet networking capabilities and ability to create your own maps in real-time with AutoChart Live’s depth, vegetation and bottom hardness mapping. Humminbird Basemap cartography is built-in, with the option to expand your mapping capabilities with available LakeMaster charts.