22 Best Gift Ideas For Dad

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by Shelley Galbreath

Father’s Day is here, and Dad deserves the absolute best. It’s only natural we want to find the perfect present, unique to his hobbies and interests. After researching online and in local lake town stores, we found a wide variety of practical and off-the-beaten-path gifts to make this his best Father’s Day ever.

The Well-Groomed Man

1BEARD KIT Choose a kit equipped with everything

Dad needs for beard care, including beard shampoo and conditioner, facial moisturizer, and more. 2LUXURY

GROOMING KIT

The MANSCAPED Perfect Package 3.0 Kit on Amazon.com includes an electric trimmer, deodorant, body wash and toner, nail kit, toiletry bag, and shaving mats.

The Grill Master

3HOOSIER DADDY BBQ SAUCE Choose an Indiana-made, award-winning BBQ sauce for the grill. Hoosier Your Daddy BBQ offers a 3-, 6-, or 10-pack mix-and-match gift pack. Order online or visit a local Meijer to purchase.

The Gourmet

5EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OILS OR BALSAMIC VINEGARS

Give Dad a new taste for his palette and take care of his health as well. The Olive Branch located in the Village at Winona, offers custom created gift baskets of olive oil and balsamic vinegars infused with real ingredients.

The Nostalgic Pop

7POP FOR POPS Stop in Rocket Fizz in the Village at Winona where you’ll find nostalgic candies, sodas, and snacks for pops with a sweet tooth, looking for a taste of yesteryear. 4 PERSONALIZED

GRILL ACCESSORIES

Consider a personalized maple cutting board at personalizationmall.com or the Daddio of the Patio personalized tool rack or BBQ platter available at personalcreations.com.

6PERSONALIZED WALNUT CHARCUTERIE BOARD

Surprise your dad with this charcuterie board with his name laser engraved into a walnut board with natural edges on two sides. Find this online at frontgate.com.

8NINTENDO

ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

A perfect gift for the gamer dad. Online at amazon.com.

The Man of Faith 9

GIFTS, TOOLS, GADGETS AND BOOKS

Dad will appreciate something to encourage him to face the challenges of living as a Christian in today's world. Visit ctainc.com or stop in a local gift shop or bookstore.

The Entertainer

10 MEN’S DEVOTIONAL OR BIBLE

Stop in Bibles and Books storefront located in Warsaw, or visit Christianbook.com.

11 SPECIALTY WINE OR BEER/GIFT CARD

Visit Port Winona Wine and Market in the Village at Winona to pick up the newest wines and beers to hit the shelves. The shop offers classes, tastings, a marketplace to shop essentials, and a restaurant.

The Bartender

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COCKTAIL SMOKER

Dad will be whipping up truly smokin’ cocktails with the glass topper cocktail smoke at uncommongoods.com.

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PERMASTEEL PATIO ROLLING COOLER

Keeps beverages cold up to 36 hours, and it holds up to 110 12-ounce cans—with room for ice.

14 OLD-FASHIONED KIT Create your dad an old-fashioned kit with Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Lunardi Cherries, and aromatic bitters—or buy a ready-made Woodford Reserve oldfashioned kit at Williams-Sonoma.com.

The Outdoorsman The DIY Dad

BICYCLE ACCESSORIES

Visit Trailhouse Village Bicycles, the Village at Winona, for a wide variety of gifts for the bicycling dad.

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GOLF GIFTS

Replenish Dad’s golf ball supply or grab a gift card to his favorite golf shop or course. Top off a round of golf with a round of perfectly cool drinks using golf ball-inspired chillers at Uncommongoods.com.

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HUSKY PORTABLE JOBSITE WORKBENCH

Just what every dad needs, a strong, durable, lightweight, and portable worktable for multiple applications around the house. Located at Home Depot.

The Dad who has Everything

19 The Lake House Visit The Lake House located on Winona Lake, where you will find clothing and footwear by brands such as Patagonia, O’Neill, Roxy, Hurley, Billabong, etc.

21 WINONA MERCANTILE OR GIFT SHOP AT WAWASEE

Take a gander into the Winona Mercantile or the Gift Shop at Wawasee where you’ll find a plethora of unique one-of-a-kind gifts. 18 FIX-IT KIT A portable collection of handy tools found at Uncommongoods.com will keep life in good repair. Includes a hammer, flashlight, pliers, tape measure, slot screwdriver, interchangeable handle, four sockets, ten assorted screwdriver bits, and a socket extension.

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ETSY.COM

Etsy offers an amazing selection of one-of-a-kind handmade chess sets ranging from $30 to well over $200.

22 Still not sure? Opt for quality time spent doing what your dad loves—playing cards, eating out, or whatever floats his boat.