The Ultimate Father’s Day Fly Fishing Gift Guide

Father’s Day is fast approaching, and most of us are scrambling for gifts – or haven’t started yet. There was a time when Dads would get a pair of socks for Father’s Day, but the game has changed. If you have a father who likes to fly fish, spin fish, or do anything outdoors, anything on this list will put you in pole position for your family’s child-of-the-year award.

Yeti Camino Carryall Tote Bag

Waterproof, durable, and easy to clean – you won’t find a better tote bag built for the outdoors. It comes in three different sizes – 20, 35, and 50 liters – and each features deployable dividers for easy packing and organization. I have the 35L, and it’s the perfect size for all of my fishing gear. I throw it into the bottom of the boat and don’t think twice about it.

Yeti Panga Backpack

On days that I’m wade fishing and need something that I can keep on my person, the Panga backpack is my go-to. It’s got all of the great structural components of the Carryall, and it’s incredibly comfortable to wear. The best thing about this bag – it’s 100% waterproof, meaning I no longer try to carry my backpack over my head during river crossings.

Dakine Cyclone Rolltop Backpack

I’ve yet to find a better backcountry bag. If I know I’m going to have to hike to a stream, the Cyclone backpack is a no-brainer. It’s light, breathable, and holds up in any rain. The rolltop is a great feature – the bag stays compact for light hikes, and I can utilize the extra room for trips that require more gear.

Huk Kona Button-Down

This is a gift for the whole family. If your dad has a history of wearing fishing shirts in public that give you secondhand embarrassment, problem solved. It’s rare to come by a stylish fishing shirt, and the Kona Button-Down is just that. It comes in a wide variety of both solid colors and print patterns, and it’s as capable on the water as it is looking good.

Huk Pursuit Performance Polo

Another of my favorite Huk shirts, the Pursuit Performance Polo, is built for hot days on the water. It features cooling fibers and impressive sun protection, and it’s remarkably lightweight. If the Kona is your boat-to-bar polo, think of this as your hard-charging, fish-anywhere polo.

Huk x Tasc Long Sleeve Hoodie

Noticing a pattern? Huk’s fishing shirts are hard to beat.

If you’re looking for comfort and sun protection, you won’t do better than this collab shirt from Huk and tasc. Performance fishing hoodies can sometimes feel rough, but a blend of cotton and bamboo makes this one silky soft. Few shirts are tough enough for long days of flats fishing and delicate enough to sleep in – but Huk and tasc got it done.

No Better Way to Say Thanks

Nothing says “thank you for all that you do” quite like a gift that makes for more comfortable fishing. You can’t go wrong with any of these products – and with all luck, your dad will bring you along when he puts his gift to use.