Father's Day Gift Guide

Father's Day is approaching, let us help in the hunt for the perfect gift for the fatherly figure in your life! We’ve curated a list that stands out from the rest with handcrafted gifts that can convey just how much you appreciate them.

Explorer Duffel Bag:
He doesn’t need a checklist. He throws in jeans, boots, a couple flannels, and he’s gone before sunrise. The Explorer Duffel is the go-to for dads who live by the motto: “We’ll figure it out when we get there.” Handcrafted in Duluth with heavyweight waxed canvas and leather, this bag is built to be tossed into truck beds, wedged behind plane seats, or dropped onto gravel without worry.
Simple, rugged, and timeless—no wheels, no frills, just heritage-grade materials and a wide mouth for over-packing (which he definitely will). Whether it’s a fishing weekend or a cross-country ramble, the Explorer Duffel is ready when Dad is. And let’s be honest—he’s always ready.
Isle Royale Bushcraft Pack:
This one's for the dad who sharpens his own knives, keeps his cast iron seasoned like a sacred relic, and knows that “bushcraft” is more than just a buzzword. The Isle Royale Bushcraft Pack is his portable basecamp—an old-school, overbuilt companion for serious backcountry living.
Crafted from waxed canvas with plenty of lashing points and roomy exterior pockets, this pack isn’t afraid of the wild. It’s got room for hatchets, cook kits, and that notebook where he jots down how to purify water with birch bark. If your dad feels most at home beneath a canopy of pines, gift him the pack that’s made to disappear into the woods—and last a lifetime doing it.

Archaeologist Satchel:
The Archaeologist Satchel is the perfect sidekick for the guy who doesn’t just hike the trail, but wants to know who blazed it, when, and why. It's refined without being fussy, rugged without trying too hard. With a sturdy bridle leather shoulder strap, water resistant waxed canvas, and just enough room for a notebook, field guide, reading glasses, and an extra layer, this satchel is made for museum meanders, antique shops, and quiet forest overlooks. It’s for the dads who prefer quality over quantity, questions over answers, and believe every outing has a little bit of discovery in it.
Navigator:
Whether he’s closing deals or planning the next family camping trip, the Navigator Brief is for the dad who can wear leather boots to a meeting and still look casual. It's a desk-to-dockside crossover piece—structured enough for an office, rugged enough for the trailhead.
Lined with old-world style and built from materials that only get better with age, this waxed canvas brief carries laptops, sketchpads, cables, and cords without a hiccup. It’s not flashy—but it turns heads. Perfect for the dad who keeps a multi-tool in his briefcase, just in case the power goes out at work (again).


Summit Expedition Daypack:
Some dads just have that energy—the kind that doesn’t quit. The Summit Expedition Daypack is light, fast, and ready for wherever his boots take him, whether it’s a last-minute trail loop, a town hike to the coffee shop, or hauling snacks on a trip to the zoo.
It’s a top-loader with a front zipper pocket for grab-and-go essentials and enough room for an extra layer and a lunch. Waxed canvas keeps its contents dry, while padded cotton straps keep it comfy from trailhead to treetop. For the dad who always says “Let’s take the scenic route,” this daypack makes sure he’s never caught without what he needs.
Jay Cook Sling Pack:
For the dad with a knack for finding the best pastries, the perfect skipping stone, and the fastest route around road construction. The Jay Cooke Sling Pack is his everyday carry—it hugs close, carries quiet, and stays out of the way while he’s busy doing ten things at once.
One strap. One main compartment. Just enough space for his wallet, keys, sunglasses, and that snack he swiped “just in case someone gets hungry.” Made with Frost River’s signature waxed canvas and leather, it’s weather-resistant, stylishly subtle, and tough as the guy wearing it. Perfect for city exploring, biking the lakes, or chasing the dog that just jumped the fence again.
