Father’s Day falls at the ideal time for outdoorsy dads. Longer, warmer days offer the year’s best opportunities to celebrate. And this summer, the day doubles with the solstice on June 21, officially making this Father’s Day not only the true start of summer, but also the longest day of the year. You’ve got no excuse not to do something memorable outside with Dad. Or at least a gift for them.
Outfit for the shared experience ahead at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s. They help ease Father’s Day shopping with savings of up to 40% off during their Father’s Day Sale running through June 21. Here are our favorite picks from the dual destination retailers’ stacked lineup of outdoor goods for dad, from grills and reels to year-round fishing and camp staples.
Vortex Diamondback HD Binoculars
A dependable pair of high-quality binoculars is always a sure dad-gifting bet. The sleek, ergonomically designed Vortex Diamondback HDs fix fast on targets and provide clear resolution with 10x magnification thanks to an HD optical system. The lightweight magnesium chassis makes for more comfortable glassing, while the armored rubber exterior provides water- and fogproof performance, covered by a lifetime warranty.
Check Sale PriceLowrance HDS PRO 10 Fish Finder/Chartplotter
See more, know more, and catch more with this powerhouse fishfinder. Its out-of-the-box compatibility with ActiveTarget 2 Live positions clear, high-definition views of multiple transducer sonar settings. The SolarMAX HD touchscreen provides do-it-all support and stunning images of fish, structure, and chart details.
And it’s preloaded with full-featured C-MAP vector charts (on 19,000+ lakes across the U.S. and 9,400+ in Canada) that you can overlay in other view modes. Plug-and-play installation of two ActiveTarget systems also allows multiple views simultaneously.
Check Sale PriceCabela’s Deluxe 4-Burner Grill and Griddle Combo
Flex your cookout muscle with a versatile cooking machine that can handle big groups and hungry gatherings thanks to two independent cooking zones: a 320-square-inch, enamel-coated griddle on one side, and cast-iron grill grates on the other, heated by four steel tube burners that deliver 60,000 BTU of cooking power.
A steel stand secures the dual cooking area and shelves, though its 121-pound weight makes it portable for campsite and tailgate needs beyond the backyard. (BPS or Cabela’s retail locations offer free assembly.)
Check Sale PriceBass Pro Shops Johnny Morris Signature Series Baitcast Reel
One of the best values in fishing improves with a smaller, more palmable configuration that cuts weight by 15%. What remains is the performance that’s made this dependable reel (in 10- and 20-size) a fun-fishing favorite for 18 years.
Credit a double-shielded system with 10 steel ball bearings and a Powerlock instant anti-reverse roller bearing, plus a full carbon-titanium finish that protects against years of nicks and scratches. The 30-size option offers larger capacity (17 pounds of max drag plus backup anti-reverse) for heavier-duty needs and more corrosion protection on saltwater.
Check Sale PriceBass Pro Shops Johnny Morris Platinum Signature Baitcast Reel
Refined fishing fathers will appreciate the construction details that go beyond the JM Platinum reel’s rugged finish, to tight and well-protected internals that include a premium 11-bearing (10+1) system built around 10 double-shielded Japanese stainless steel ball bearings plus Powerlock instant anti-reverse. No dad who enjoys time on the water will refuse smooth casting built for the haul.
Check Sale PriceBass Pro Shops Big Bass Bundle Ultimate Bait Box
Take the guesswork out of a fish-ready gift. This high-value bait kit is stuffed with top-selling bass lures and soft baits hand-picked by the Bass Pro experts. Priced as a perfect add-on for ready hawg hunters, this grab-and-go box gets dad out the door and on the water.
Check Sale PriceCabela’s Big Outdoorsman Muskoka Chair
If you’ve experienced a camp chair breakdown, you’re not alone. Too many collapsible camp chairs are built to do exactly that. Give Dad a chair that will hold up. Cabela’s Big Outdoorsman Muskoka Chair offers one of the highest maximum weight capacities on the market at 600 pounds, courtesy of a burly steel frame covered by heavy-duty, water-resistant 600-denier polyester.
Check Sale PriceCabela’s Big Outdoorsman Lounger Chair
Lean into a well-earned summer siesta with a multi-position recliner that lets you lie down flat, sit up at attention, or enjoy any laid-back position between. Strong and stable (up to 400 pounds), the Big Outdoorsman’s bungee suspension system conforms to weary bodies, and its adjustable pillow plus internal foam padding only adds comfort.
Check Sale PriceBass Pro Shops Extreme STK Spinning Combo
This hardworking combo pairs Bass Pro Shops’ cutting-edge fiberglass hybrid rod with an effortless spinning reel — aluminum spool and handle plus lightweight composite body featuring a six-bearing system with Powerlock instant anti-reverse — that’s ready to haul heavy fish in tough conditions.
The smooth-casting, composite rod features a strength-boosting carbon layer that provides the power of reinforced fiberglass with the vibration transmission of carbon.
Check Sale PriceBass Pro Shops Oversized Folding Chair With Cooler
An ideal Father’s Day gift tells Dad, “Don’t get up.” This packable folding chair removes drink-fetching as a factor by integrating a fold-out side table featuring a built-in insulated cooler. Plentiful comfort extras (padded seat and back; drink and cellphone sleeves) make the steel-framed Oversize Folding Chair a go-to for summer outings. Everything folds down together into an included carry bag.
Check Sale PriceThis article is sponsored by Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s.
