Top 5 Green Gifts for Father’s Day

Father’s Day is just around the corner. No matter what kind of dad you are shopping for, eco-friendly gift options abound. Below are just a few ideas:

1. For the Techy Dad

   Nature meets technology in these handy portable solar chargers that can power Dad’s smartphone, GPS, e-reader and more. Thinksound offers wood high-definition ear buds that are manufactured sustainably. And EarthDrive™ has the world’s first fully recyclable USB drive. It’s waterproof, dust proof, shock proof with a portion of the company’s profits going to plant trees in America.

2. For the Sporty Dad

   Whatever sport Dad loves, you can give him something green. Eco golf balls made from 100% biodegradable wood, fishing lures made from recycled bottle caps, or Fair Trade sports balls with a social conscience. Then there are these gorgeous snowboards from Arbor that use reclaimed wood, recycled glass, water-based sealants and bio-plastic.

3. For the New Dad

   He can’t complain about this manly, eco-friendly diaper bag made from 25 recycled plastic water bottles. It can hold baby’s stuff plus Dad’s tablet and phone. The DIY dad will enjoy this 100% organic “power fill” T-shirt. Or forget the “stuff” and arrange a date night for just the two of you. Dining, relaxing and trying not to talk about the baby. If your guy is literary or slightly romantic, he might appreciate an original poem like the one I wrote for my husband’s first Father’s Day.

4. For the Foodie Dad

   How about an organic beer brewing kit? Seven Bridges Cooperative offers a variety of starter kits (choose between plastic or glass) with organic malt, hops and grains. If Dad loves to eat and cook, there’s the Grilling Kit of organic spice blends. Each spice comes in a magnetic glass jar for easy storage (they also attach to the grill shelf!). A CSA membership to your local farmers market always makes a great gift. On the humorous side, there’s this American-grown organic cotton reusable lunch bag for pork lovers.

5. For the Regular Dad

   Is he a jeans and T-shirts kind of guy who doesn’t want a big fuss? Queensboro offers eco-friendly ball caps along with 100% organic shirts at affordable prices. I have their Devon Jones polo, which is super soft and made entirely from reclaimed fabric scraps. Embroidery options means you can personalize Dad’s gift.

   If he prefers the traditional necktie, give him one of these eco-friendly ties. Or, better yet, combine two traditions with these unique wallets made from recycled neckties. Pretty cool!

Disclosure: Thanks to Queensboro for sending me a sample polo shirt to preview. As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.