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Dad’s Day: 5 Green Gift Sets That Won’t Go To Waste

Dad standing outdoors with kid for eco-friendly fathers day gift guide

It’s that time of year again. The month of June has arrived, which means an excuse to purchase a new pair of rockin’ shades, Sunday afternoons spent lounging poolside, glops of sunscreen, heat waves that call for an extra scoop of ice cream, and a day to celebrate superheroes who go by the name of “dad”. Father’s Day is Sunday, June 20 and just like all the other holidays, it will be here before you know it. 

Dad standing outdoors with kid for eco-friendly fathers day gift guide

Extraordinary dads deserve anything but ordinary gifts.

Take a break from the typical multi-tasking, social media scrolling to focus your attention on these amazing, eco-friendly gifts guaranteed to show dad (and the environment) how much you care. Now that’s something that deserves a like 👍 Every one of our products at Sustainable Travel & Living are carefully curated and vetted to ensure they are high on quality and low on waste. 

One-of-a-kind. Smart. And lovable. Oh, did you think we were talking about your dad? We were actually still describing our sustainable gift sets. Being that the father figure in your life and our environmentally conscious products clearly have a lot in common, we are confident you can find the right gift that won’t go to waste.

1. The Hip Dad 

Brown Waxed Canvas Brooklyn Backpack Made from Upcycled Materials
12 oz Reusable Bamboo Coffee Cup in Green
Black Arroyo Sunglasses Made from Recycled Water Bottles

For the dad who has an innate appreciation for the urban life and a keen sense of style, this gift box will be a go-to for his on-the-go routine. Proving that being busy can be beneficial to the planet, these sustainable products are designed to experience many commutes and compliments.

Buy The Hip Dad Kit – $215

2. The Outdoors-y Dad 

Recycled Fabric Beer Blanket (Koozie) in Deepwater Blue
Recycled Plastic Carry Case with Bamboo Utensil Set in Blue
Recycled Hand & Gym Towel in Boulder Midnight
Single Wall Stainless Steel 28oz Bottle with Purifier in Black
Recycled Plastic Grizzly Backpack in Egyptian Blue

When it comes to all the dads in the world, your dad is a breath of fresh air — literally. From hiking to biking to camping, he is always looking for an excuse to spend time in the great outdoors. That’s why we know he will appreciate this gift set filled with eco-friendly essentials made for enjoying (and nurturing) nature.

Buy The Outdoors-y Dad Kit – $139

3. The Abs-olutely Awesome Dad 

Recycled Hand & Gym Towel in Southwest White
Organic Beeswax & Baking Soda Deodorant in Pine Scent
All-Natural Biodegradable Bottle Cleaning Tablets
25oz Single Wall Narrow Stainless Bottle with Loop Cap
Wayfinder Lightweight PVC Free Backpack in Arctic Blue – 30 Liters

This gift set is the perfect fit for the dad who is a self-proclaimed workout warrior. He knows a thing or two about breaking a sweat and building up that supply of serotonin. The high quality reusables and non-toxic products inside this box are sure to provide an extra dose of those “happy hormones.” 

Buy The Abs-olutely Awesome Dad Kit – $139

4. The Full Of Pride Dad(s) 

100% Recycled Puffy Blanket in Sunset Fade
Recycled Plastic Carry Case with Bamboo Utensil Set in Blue (x 2!)
12oz Large Insulated Stainless Drink Tumbler with Lid in White Accent (x 2!)
30 Liter Wayfinder Lightweight Backpack in Sahara Yellow

Some people are lucky enough to have not one – but TWO – stellar father figures in their life. These dads have an innate ability to bring more life, laughter and love to any scenario. Shopping sustainable brands is the easiest way to prove your dads raised a smart individual who genuinely cares about them (and the planet). This carefully curated gift box is guaranteed to leave other fathers green with envy!

Buy The Full Of Pride Dad(s) Kit – $229

5. The First-Class Dad 

Santiago Zig Zag Woven Luggage Tag
Recycled Tire & Vinyl Passport Holder
Solid Cologne Balm Travel Tin – Open Skies Scent
Recycled Polyester Lightweight Packing Cubes – Set of 3
Versatile 2-In-1 Travel Pillow
Elliott Large Dopp Kit Bag in Waxed Canvas

Whether your dad is an avid traveler seeking new adventures or a career-driven individual who makes his commute to work by plane, this gift set will have him flying high with excitement. Created for sustainable travel and a first-class experience, it is ready to arrive at destination: best gift ever. 

Buy The First-Class Dad Kit – $189

Is your dad someone who is particular about his purchases? Don’t stress! One of our customizable e-gift cards will put a smile on his face when he sees the wide array of eco-friendly, recycled and reusable gear he can call his own. Choose your own image, message, delivery date and you’ve officially earned your dad some bragging rights.

Sustainable gift box wrapped in plastic free paper

Time to wrap it all up — minus the bow.

Let’s take a minute to talk about better ways to package these eco-friendly Father’s Day gift sets. The last thing you want to do is contribute to the estimated 2.3 million pounds of plastic wrapping paper that reportedly ends up in landfills every year.¹ Consider alternatives like decorating cardboard boxes, utilizing those reusable shopping bags for gifting instead of groceries, digging into your collection of accumulated gift bags, or fancying things up with reusable fabric such as furoshiki. 

Whenever a holiday or special occasion comes up, it’s an opportunity to repurpose the art of giving into a mission of saving — protecting the planet that allows us to live and cherish meaningful moments like Father’s Day. 

Need more inspiration for gifts under $25 and more? Shop the Father’s Day collection.

¹https://earth911.com/home-garden/holiday-tip-dont-recycle-gift-wrap/