Do you have a hunter in your life? Is his birthday coming up and you need ideas? Look no further! Whether your guy hunts bucks, bears, elk, or any other large wild game, there are many high-quality, big game hunting-themed gifts for that special man in your life. Instead of buying him another pair of cartoon-themed boxers, why not give him a thoughtful hunting-related gift he’ll treasure? Here are a few big game hunting gift ideas:
Gift card or membership for the local gun range: Before every hunting season, huntsmen need to test out their guns, making sure they’re in top condition before heading out on opening day. Most hunters head to the range to fire off a few rounds. This isn’t free, so a gift certificate for the local range will be a much appreciated hunting-themed gift. Check with your local gun range for gift certificate availability and membership pricing, if applicable.
Big Game Calls: When your hunter is out in the field, he needs a way to bring the game out of its habitat. Reproducing the animal’s call of the wild isn’t easy using your own two lips, so most hunters use a whistle-like device called a “game call.” If your hunter doesn’t have one of these for the animal he’s pursing, he’s going to have a tough time getting a good shot. Calls for big game range from under $10 to $500, so there’s something available in every gift-giver’s price range. Check out Cabela’s for a variety of big game calls.
Food Saver: Most hunters enjoy the fruits of their labor by processing the meat and bringing it home for all to enjoy. Burgers, tacos, meatballs, and more can be made with the healthy, lean wild game meat. But with big game, these animals contain a large quality of meat – almost so much that it might not be able to be consumed before spoiling. Buying a vacuum-sealing Food Saver will preserve the food, preventing it from spoiling much longer than tossing it in the freezer in a ziplock or a butcher bag and hoping for the best. Beware – this hunting gift idea isn’t budget-friendly; Food Saver systems range from $100-$250+, not including the extra bags you will need.
Cabela’s Big Game Hunter Video Game: If your special huntsman also enjoys video games, this could be the perfect gift! Cabela’s Big Game Hunter features all kinds of large, exotic wild game, such as caribou, buffalo, and grizzly bears! With a huge variety of weaponry, detailed graphics, and exotic hunting adventures from all over the world, this game is a must-have gift for any big game hunter. Watch out! The animals will even attack you if you’re not careful!
Available for XBOX 360, WII, and PC, Cabela’s Big Game Hunter ranges from $20-50 and can be purchased from Amazon.
Best of luck “hunting” for a gift!
