Gift-Giving Guide for Farmers, Ranchers, and the Ones They Love
The holiday season is already upon us and while the quality time people in this world are more than happy with the present of presence, the gift-givers remind us that acts of love and appreciation can come in many forms.
Christmas seems to sneak up on our household between fall cattle work, fencing, winter prep, soil sampling and deer hunting season. By the time Thanksgiving and sausage-making day are wrapped up, it is crunch time for ordering and buying Christmas gifts.
The good ole’ Christmas list is great when family members actually share them with you but that’s never a guarantee. I find the farmers and ranchers in my life even harder to shop for at times too even though I grew up active on the family ranch!
Over the years of individual and white elephant gifts, there are a few that rise to the top for me and some that seem to go over well each year. The following list shares gifts that at the very least will spark some other ideas to get your Christmas shopping started for those farmers and ranchers in your life. They are not segmented into his or hers gifts because let’s be real, I hope Santa brings me a new fence stretcher just as much as my husband does and self-care is important for all of us.
SELF-CARE
Massage gift card
Massage gun
Manicure
Pedicure
Boutique gift card
New slippers
THE SHOP
Floor mats to kneel on
Magnetic trays
Power tools
Batteries for power tools
Extension cords
Extension cord holders
FOR HORSEMEN AND WOMEN
I always recommend asking the person what they prefer unless you already know the answer because everyone has their tack preferences.
Reins
Halter
Bit
Bridle
Saddle pad
CUSTOM GIFTS
Belts
Knife Sheath
Ranch Caps, Jackets or Vests
Bible Cover
Whiskey or Wine Glasses
Toiletry Bag
Watch Band
Wallet
Money Clip
Keychain
Coasters
Coffee Mug
EVERYDAY USE
Pocket knife
Calving flashlight
Sunglasses
Bluetooth Speaker
Knife Sharpener
Vaccine Cooler
Seat Covers
FOR THE GRILLER
Grilling Tools
New Grill, Pit Boss or Traeger
WHITE ELEPHANT IDEAS
Wine Basket
Whiskey Basket
Wild Rags with Scarf Slide
Blankets
Coffee
Jewelry
Purse
Tools/Extension Cords
Folding Table
Infusion Kits
Board Games
Skylight Frame
FOR RANCH COUPLES
Who says you have to get individual gifts? What’s wrong with making a vacation, weekend getaway or an item you both want your Christmas gifts to each other?
Regardless of your views on gift giving, I hope you remember the true reason for the season and enjoy the holiday season. It is meant to be a fun time that unites family and friends. Don’t lose sight of that. Merry Christmas.
