Bowhunter's 2023 Father's Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is to be celebrated — not as much as Mother’s Day, if you know what’s good for you considering what Mom went through for nine months to bring us into this world. That said, treat Papa Bear (not Fred, unless his name is Fred) right with any of the following products. Some of these great gifts are pricier than others, but worth it or I wouldn’t include them here. For those “heftier gifts,” I suggest pow-wowing with siblings and Mom, pool your cash together, and maybe make your “group gift” one that is also good for Dad’s birthday and Christmas. So, let’s get to it.

TruFire Edge FT

The Edge FT is a forward-trigger release that maximizes draw length by 1”. The FT helps users find their optimal anchor point without sacrificing trigger pull or hand position. The trigger is auto-closing trigger, and its dual-caliper head cleanly releases the D-loop. Tension/travel adjustments are customizable and simple. The leather buckle strap is available in two colors. The body of the FT stays out of the way when not in use. MSRP: $89.99 | Feradyne.com/brands/trufire/

Flambeau Formula Bow Case

Bowhunters will love Flambeau’s Formula. In place of traditional foam and straps, this one has a chassis that enables everything to “float” to prevent damage. Your bow’s limbs reside against two chassis sleds while special ties secure the riser in place. It includes a removable accessory pouch and tie-down slots for securing it to ATVs and more. MSRP: $189.99 | Flambeauoutdoors.com

Browning Defender Pro Scout MAX Extreme

Economical and compact, this trail camera has a .25-second trigger speed. A unique feature allows the MAX Extreme to find the optimal cell signal (AT&T or Verizon) in your hunting area. No microscopic SIM cards need be purchased, because Browning has installed them for you — so you’re good to go right out of the box. This cell cam takes 22MP images and 1080p HD videos with sound. The Radiant 6 Night Illumination provides sharp images/videos 24/7. MSRP: $139.99 | Browningtrailcameras.com

Bohning Frontier Jig

The Frontier fletches arrows and bolts of any diameter. Its versatility is what makes it a must-have for those looking to make an already personal sport, even more intimate. The Frontier is easy to put together, cleans up quick with a little Acetone wipe-down, and fletches 3-degree right helical (Bohning offers other inserts). This portable/packable jig is just right for home bow shops and hunting camps. MSRP: $75.77 | Bohning.com

G5 Mark Series Arrows

This carbon-arrow line consists of the Mark 203 and Mark 244. The numbers indicate its two different diameters. Inserts and bushings vary based on model, but all provide a great fit and dependable performance. Straightness is +/- .001”; weight tolerance is +/- .02 gpi; and available spines are 250, 300, 350, and 400. MSRP: $94.95–$114.95/half-dozen | G5outdoors.com

Ozonics HR500

Like I said in the intro, this one is pricey, no doubt. But I promise you it is worth every hard-earned penny spent on it. If you don’t believe me, ask any Bowhunter staff member or our outfitter friends who have been using Ozonics for years. This active scent-eliminator is quiet no matter the operating mode you choose — and there are several. A handy Bluetooth-enabled app gives you discreet control of the unit via smartphones, plus important intel on battery life, weather conditions, and more. You can also use it to “wash” your clothes and gear in camp. MSRP: $599.99 | Ozonicshunting.com

Hunt Monkey Ridge Runner Gloves

Bare hands need to be covered and comfortable if you want to be successful. Enter the Ridge Runner. Lightweight and form-fitting with an enhanced grip and synthetic-leather palm, this one won’t let Dad down whether he’s calling turkeys or drawing down on a big whitetail buck. It’s available in sizes M-2XL and several different camo patterns. Lastly, the index finger allows you to swipe left/right, text, play games, etc. on your smartphone — when you should be paying attention to the true task at hand. MSRP: $35.95 | Huntmonkeygloves.com

Redline RL-4

The RL-4 by Redline is a quality bowsight at a quality price. Weighing 6.2 oz., this very lightweight sight mounts directly to your bow of choice. The four .019” pins are bright, and the fiber optics that make them so visible are protected by an enclosed fiber hub. Adjustments are easy to make and no tools are required to lock them down once you are satisfied. It includes a bubble level and a rheostat light. MSRP: $75 | Redlinebowhunting.com

Breeo Y Series Fire Pit

Another higher-end gift for Dad is the Y Series smokeless fire pits from Breeo. But this one is guaranteed to give any and all involved in its purchase years of joy for years and years to come. It weighs 31 lbs., collapses to a compact 11”, and has a carry handle for safe and portable transport. You can adjust this stainless-steel pit to three different heights and it burns wood, lump charcoal, and pellets. Cook on it (accessories sold separately), and don’t worry about marring what’s underneath thanks to a built-in heat shield. MSRP: $495 | Breeo.co

Wildlife Research Center Active-Branch

The Active-Branch Mock Scrape Kit has all the tools you’ll need to make realistic mock scrapes. The Active-Branch allows you to easily mount two branches to trees/wooden posts at the same time — an interaction branch and a second, higher branch on which to hang your Magnum Scrape-Dripper. The dripper drops rutting scents into the mock scrape only during daylight to help you condition whitetails to investigate during legal shooting hours. The Kit includes a Branch Holder, Mounting Strap, Magnum Scrape-Dripper, and 4 oz. of Golden Scrape. MSRP: $47.99 | Wildlife.com