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If you’re shopping for the outdoor people on your list (or for yourself) for the 2023 holiday season, you’ll find that your choices of gadgets and outdoor gear online are seemingly endless. And with so many outdoor products to choose from, it can be tough to find the perfect gift for the outdoor enthusiasts on your list.
But as outdoor enthusiasts, it’s also safe to say that we’re all pretty eco-conscious. We don’t want to clog up our closets (and eventually landfills) with more stuff that didn’t actually make our lives even better … or at least not for long. And there’s nothing that challenges that ideal more than the holidays when the pressure to “buy buy buy” becomes nothing short of overwhelming. At the same time, the act of gift giving conveys love and appreciation to the people in our lives. Let’s keep those fuzzy feelings coming. But this year, focus on gifts that do more than just take up space. Give ones they’ll want to get dirty almost as soon as they’re out of the wrapping.
Each of the ideas on this list helps facilitate the real present: Adventure, now made more accessible.
From gear cases and trekking poles to practical gifts like running socks, camping chairs, guidebooks and flashlights, this 2023 holiday gift guide is filled with items that are sure to help you find the right gift for those outdoor adventure seekers on your list. We’ve even broken them down into categories for items under $25, ones under $60, those under $100 and the biggest at under $300. If you simply need something small, check out this link to our picks for the best stocking stuffers for those who enjoy the outdoors.
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- Outdoor Gifts Under $25
- Outdoor Gifts Under $75
- Outdoor Gifts Under $150
- Outdoor Gifts Under $300
- Outdoor Gifts Over $300
You can browse all of the outdoor adventure gift items below:
Outdoor Gifts Under $25
MPOWERD Inflatable Solar Lantern
The solar powered Luci lantern elevates any camping space in a jiffy. It inflates with just a few puffs of air and packs down to a one-inch thick, easily packable disc when not in use. The carrying strap on top snaps so it’s easy to hang in a tent, on a tree or in a car or truck. It’s practical, easy to use, collapsible and can also be charged by USB when there’s not enough sunlight. With 65 lumens and warm white LED light, this little lantern contributes to a cozy ambiance.
Goodr Sunglasses
The only thing cheap about these sunglasses is the price. Otherwise, Goodr sunnies are made to keep up with your antics. They’ve survived run-ins with tree branches, headbutts into car doors, and tumbles down scree fields. And with names like “Electric Dinotopia Carnival” and “Flamingos on a Booze Cruise,” they’ll lighten the mood no matter how much Type 2 fun you get up to.
Outdoor Vitals Ultralight Stretch Pillow
The worst thing about travel pillows is feeling like you’re sleeping on a paperback book: hard and unforgiving. Not exactly restful. This pocket-sized travel pillow feels more like a real cushion and less like canned air. Stretchy nylon flexes under the head so you can actually sink into sleep. No excuse to leave it behind at just 2.6 ounces; you can even keep it in your everyday bag just in case a nap crisis strikes.
Lifestraw Personal Water Filter
There’s always the one person who never brings enough water on the hike. Gift them a Lifestraw to give them a hint and save them from dehydration. No shelf life means this straw is ready to slurp up some good ol’ H20 whenever the moment strikes. Expect the internal microfilter to last for over 1,000 gallons of water. At less than two ounces, there’s no excuse not to keep it as a staple in your pack.
Flexware Sink
The worst part of preparing a delicious camp meal is doing the dishes. No more slinking down to the river and balancing precariously on rocks. Bring the water back to you in this 8.5-liter (2.25-gallon) collapsible sink. It packs flat for slim storage when not in use. But collapsible doesn’t equate to flimsy. It’ll hold up while full to the brim, and carries well with two handles.
Smartwool Performance Hiking Socks
For the hikers on your list, these Smartwool Performance Hike Socks are sure to impress. Socks are one of the best gifts for hikers — helping them treat their feet right on the trails and in peak condition. The innovative breathable Merino wool in these Smartwool socks is a soft sustainable natural fiber. It’s thinner and softer than other regular wool socks, so it’s nice and easy to wear next to the skin. The hikers on your list will thank you and treasure these quality-made socks.
You can buy these Smartwool socks in both men’s and women’s sizes.
Luxiourious Handmade Fire Starters
These beautifully crafted all-natural soy way fire starters are sure to impress any outdoor enthusiast on your list. They’re great for outdoor fire pits, campfires and indoor wood burning stoves. You can choose from a four- or eight-pack and pick the scent to customize your gift. The packaging is sturdy and well done. Each fire starter burns for 20 to 30 minutes.
Klean Kanteen Rise Tumbler
This compact thermos holds just enough for a cup of espresso on the tailgate of your at sunrise. It’s made to make your morning (and evening) drinks feel inherently cozy. Something about a comfortable cup makes anywhere feel more like home. The matte finish on this one feels soft instead of stark, and helps protect your hand from the cold or heat of your drink. No shame in making this your new favorite mug…even on the days you don’t take it further than your own couch.
Injiji Everyday Lightweight Crew Socks
Before you turn up your toes at the thought of toe socks, give them a chance — or give them as a gift to let someone else be your guinea pig. Neither of you will regret it. Injiji socks swaddle each toe in its own little blanket to prevent sweating, chafing, and blistering. Not only that, but they allow the toes to splay out for better balance and weight distribution. Give these to your sweatiest friends and treat them to a whole new world of comfort.
Kula Cloth
This gift tells the adventurous ladies in your life that peeing outside is a universal human right. With the Kula Cloth, they too can pop a squat in the woods without fear of triggering an infection or making a mess. The antimicrobial, super absorbent, and non-toxic fabric soaks up bodily fluids in a snap. Hands stay clean thanks to waterproof material on the “clean” side while the flip side takes care of the dirty work. Snap it closed to keep your business under wraps while it dries in the breeze on the back of your pack. Beautiful artist-rendered designs make the Kula Cloth eye-catching for all the right reasons too.
Yahtzee National Parks Travel Edition
This classic game with a National Park theme makes a great gift and provides endless hours of entertainment. It’s easy to take on the go and has fun icons like a canoe, hiker, pine trees and deer — giving a great outdoor theme game to play at camp. Proceeds from each purchase benefit the National Park Foundation.
UST Klipp Biner Mug 1.0
This lightweight metal mug is a great addition to any hiker’s or camper’s gear. With a handle that doubles as a carabiner (clip), you can easily attach this mug to your backpack or belt for easy access. It saves space and is a great addition to your outdoor kitchen gear.
‘Where Should We Camp Next’
This practical camping guidebook is ideal for the campers on your list. Authors (and campers themselves) filled this book with information on family-friendly camping trips — featuring more than 300 of the best camping and glamping spots in the United States. In the book you’ll find in-depth profiles of places from rustic national parks to luxury camping resorts.
Stasher Reusable Sandwich Bag
For the eternally hungry outdoorsman, these reusable Stasher bags make a great gift. They’re durable, easy to clean, and make fueling on the go a breeze. These bags are also safe for the microwave and dishwasher, freezer-friendly, non-toxic, and BPA-free. All those plastic bags add up to a big burden, on the earth and on your wallet. Give a gift that takes the load off of both. Available in 30+ colors!.
Goal Zero Crush Light Lantern
This fun solar powered and rechargeable gadget is the perfect addition to any backcountry campsite. It’s lightweight — at just 3.2 ounces — and packs away like an accordion. You can even set the light on three different settings in addition to a flickering candle mode. It casts 60 lumens and can run for about three hours depending on the setting used. The handle is a nice addition to this small lantern and allows you to easily attach it to a clip on the outside of a backpack or duffel.
Outdoor Gifts Under $75
Grand Trunk Compass 360 Packable Outdoor Stool
This packable stool is sturdy, comfortable and swivels 360 degrees so you can catch the sunset and cook over the fire with the push of a foot. Keep your backside clean and comfortable after a long day trekking around. The outdoor enthusiast on your list won’t have to sacrifice room for camp comfort either, as it packs down to 11-by-3-by-3 inches and weighs in at just one pound. It’s also made of quality 210D Ripstop Nylon and has a 7000 series aluminum frame so it can become a mainstay in their pack.
Hydro Flask Insulated Lunch Tote
There’s no better gift than the gift of food … or at least the ability to bring it along anywhere. Lunch bags aren’t just for the school cafeteria anymore. Hiking trips, climbing days, river floats, and long hours at the office all benefit from reliable food storage. The Hydro Flask Lunch Tote holds all the snacks, meals, and drinks you need for a day out of the house. Insulation on the inside keeps perishables fresh while the outer construction keeps it sturdy enough to hold up against the elements. Keep extra items like utensils, napkins, and grab-and-go bars in the external zipper pocket. The bag also collapses flat to save even more space as the day goes on and its contents dwindle.
Klean Kanteen Food Box Set
Fill out that lunch bag with this box set from Klean Kanteen. Food-grade stainless steel lasts much longer than your typical Tupperware, and silicone edging provides leak-free reliability no matter how bumpy the road. But just in case, snap-and-lock tabs on each side keep the lid sealed even tighter. From soups to sandwiches to last night’s leftovers, nothing’s off-limits to take on the go. Three sizes accommodate small bites and big meals alike. They won’t stain or hold onto old flavors like plastic can, either, so they’ll actually want to eat the food inside.
LunoLife Seatback Organizer 2.0
This seatback organizer is the perfect gift for the roadtrippers and car campers on your list. With a universal fit, this handy organizer is a practical gift. With the multi-pocket durable organizer with a slot for a tablet or books, this organizer also has a built-in headlamp pocket with a translucent window that makes reading in your vehicle enjoyable.
Zenbivy Dry Sack
This seamless Zenbivy dry sack makes a great gift for those who spend a lot of time on the water. Choose from three sizes (7L, 10L or 15L) and trust the 100 percent dry seams that will stay watertight through trip after trip over the waves. Give the river rat in your life the chance to splash to their hearts’ content without putting their dry clothes, camping gear, and technology at risk. These make it possible to enjoy a day on the water straight into an evening on the shore.
Xero Shoes Sunrise Shoe
Camp shoes don’t have to be a luxury. Pick these as a gift for an affordable and convenient way to treat their feet to clean, comfortable ease no matter how tight space gets. The Sunrise shoe weighs a mere 4.6 ounces per pair and compresses to fit into the tiniest crevices of your pack. Microfiber material feels soft on the skin while the classic Xero foot-shaped toe box lets your piggies relax just as well as they would barefoot. Choose between two modes: slide them on for a quick midnight trip to the nearest tree (if you catch my drift) or pull up the back around your heel for all the good of a regular shoe. Give the Sunrise to the jetsetter in your life as proof that they don’t actually have to live in the same pair of sweaty sneakers all week just to fit their bag in the overhead bin.
Merino Wool BUFF
This eco-friendly lightweight BUFF is perfect for early morning trail runners willing to brave the dark, cold pre-dawn hours. Wear it in 10 different ways including as a mask, scarf, bandana, headband, and more. The soft, thin wool is designed to retain warmth even when it gets wet or sweaty, naturally wicking away moisture as it accumulates, so there’s no need to worry about constantly fiddling with your layers. Choose from five different colors, or wrap up a handful to match any of their cold-weather attire.
Klymit Drift Camping Pillow
This camping pillow is a cozy addition to the camping enthusiast on your list. Filled with shredded memory foam, this small pillow is a warm welcome at night in the great outdoors. The reversible cover has a travel-friendly side and a soft sleeping side made of soft cotton so it’s made to last for years sleeping outside.
BruTrek OVRLNDR Coffee Press
Even the most eager adventurers know that the day can’t start until coffee goes down the gullet. But that can happen from anywhere thanks to the OVRLNDR Travel Coffee Press from BruTrek. Made from double-walled, vacuum-sealed stainless steel with a snap-tight lid, your jet fuel (er, coffee) will stay piping hot and perfectly contained for as long as it takes to guzzle it down. Drink straight from the press to cut down on extra dishes. When it’s all gone, just unscrew the bottom compartment to clean it out without the hassle of a traditional french press. Give this to the go-getter who would enjoy that sunrise view even more with a fresh cuppa in hand.
Ridge Silicone Ring Set
Anything can happen on the trail, so give your spouse permission to leave their nice wedding ring at home. You might even mistake these silicone rings from Ridge for a legitimate band from a distance. These are an upgrade from the options you’d find in the aisles of your local Target so don’t expect these to snap with a single snag. They’ll hold their shape just as well as a regular ring but also won’t take a finger with them if they do get completely caught on rocks, tree branches and car doors. Ridge rings come in sets of two, one in your choice of five colors (and two widths) and the other in sleek black, complete with a rugged ring case for safekeeping during travel. And if it gets lost or outgrown, Ridge will replace it — twice. That means you can plan for this little investment to last just as long as the big one, minus the stress that comes with wearing the real deal around.
Nomadix Original Towel National Parks
This Nomadix towel is perfect for travel and is adorned with images of national parks like Yellowstone. It’s made of a micro terry fabric, packs down small and is buttery soft to the touch. And the towel is oversized, measuring in at 72.5 inches by 30 inches.
COAST WPH30R Headlamp
All dorkiness aside, a good headlamp solves more than a few of life’s problems. Eliminate the dangers and frustrations involved in pre-dawn running, late night tent pitching, sleuthing deep underneath the hood for the source of your car trouble, and anything else that would feel a whole lot easier if you could just see far enough in front of you. This one from COAST packs more than 1,000 lumens of light into a slim, versatile headlamp with a 152 meter beam in two colors (white and red) that lasts up to 23 hours on a charge. And if it does happen to run out, replace the battery with one of COAST’s ZITHION-X USB rechargeable options. Strap it to your forehead like a traditional headlamp or detach the lamp from the strap for handheld use. It’s even 100 percent waterproof and can keep up at full blast even when fully submerged. Give this to the friend who tends to find themselves in sticky situations more often than not so they don’t get caught in the dark.
VSSL First Aid Stash Light
For a lamp that does even more than just light your way, try this first aid Kit/flashlight combo from VSSL. Inside this powerful flashlight hides four aluminum tins that you can pack full of supplies to help you get out of whatever pickle the outdoors throws at you. Keep bandaids, gauze, tweezers, meds, gloves, space blankets, and more inside for an all-in-one tool for backcountry safety. Give this to the adventurer that tends to get a little banged up out there but doesn’t like to add more to their load.
ENO Sub6 Hammock
Just like the name states, this hammock weighs less than six ounces to make bringing along a comfortable seat anywhere a no-brainer. Even the most ultralight campers can’t complain about including this in their pack. But rest assured (literally) that light doesn’t equate to weak. Ripstop fabric will keep your butt from ever meeting the ground under up to 300 pounds of weight and Silverlite cord boasts more strength than steel.
VSSL Firestarter Supply Pack
Give the gift of warmth with this packable fire starter kit. This VSSL kit included everything you need to easily get a fire started at camp. It comes with a ferro rod, a ceramic striker, kindling and you can even spark a flame in windy or rainy conditions. It also includes a wire saw with canvas handles and a razor blade to help you cut or shave the dry kindling.
Outdoor Gifts Under $150
Original Puffy Rumpl Blanket
With more than 20 designs to choose from, this Original Puffy Rumpl Blanket is warm and cozy and can hold up in rough outdoor conditions as dirt and spills easily glide the rip-stop shell. This quilted blanket has built-in loops to make the blanket hands free by wearing it as a cape.
365 Nathan Joggers
These cozy joggers are the perfect gift for hikers and runners. The fabric is nothing like traditional cotton blend sweats as they are made of a polyester elastane blend. The deep pockets also have a small zip pocket. These joggers are also great for lounging around camp. The fabric is stretchy and allows for freedom of movement. You can find these joggers in both men’s and women’s styles.
Osprey Daylite Tote
From the office to the coffee shop to the trail, the Osprey Daylite Tote does it all with style and utility in mind. It looks like a sleek laptop bag but functions like a rugged daypack. Carry it like a tote or a backpack depending on the mood. Both types of straps stow away in the pack without detaching so you’ll never lose them or leave them behind. The slim laptop sleeve also doubles as a hydration bladder pocket. DWR coating keeps tech or gear dry either way. Give this as the only everyday bag they’ll ever need again.
Phoozy 2.8L TechCapsule
This waterproof TechCapsule by Phoozy is perfect for the outdoor adventurer who can’t bear to leave behind their gadgets. Specialized compartments for phones, chargers, tablets, headphones, keys, power banks and more keeps all their knick-knacks both safe and secure. A patented Chromium Thermal Barrier protects electronics and accessories from being damaged by the heat. The thermal barrier also helps extend the battery life of electronics when it’s cold outside. Impact protection can handle drops from up to eight feet, and the waterproof shell repels liquid of all kinds. Plus, it’s not bulky — even fully stuffed.
Coastrail Outdoor Folding Double Camping Chairs
Help the lovebirds in your life keep cozy outside. This double camping chair connects two seats with a durable frame so you can stay close to your camping partner while also enjoying your own breathing room. The padded seats include a high neck for fully-reclined comfort. A cup holder on one side and a cooler on the other keeps drinks or snacks perfectly chilled while you lounge, plus mesh pockets in the middle to keep every camping need handy.
Solo Stove Mesa Smokeless Firepit
Fireside fun meets tabletop convenience in this miniature version of the classic Solo Stove. Prop it up on the included stand atop picnic tables, tailgates, and coolers in where full fire pits don’t fit the bill but s’mores definitely do. This small stove puts out a consistent, smokeless flame for discreet use. Fuel the fire via either wood pellets or bundles of twigs. Pick from 10 different colors, or give one to everyone on your list in their own distinct style.
Ignik Backside Heated Seat Pad
There’s little that a warm backside can’t fix … or at least make more pleasant. This Heated Seat Pad from Ignik fits in any chair for up to 20 watts of heat right under your rump. Control the amount of heat from the palm of your hand, then set it and forget it (even as you sleep) with auto shut-off after 90 minutes. The dense but flexible foam padding makes it just as comfortable, if not more so, than the original seat you’re supplementing. Help your friends wind down right from winter wonderland adventures with a gift that warms them up from the core up.
REI Traverse Trekking Poles
These award-winning hiking poles make a great gift for avid hikers. The exclusive REI natural cork grip feels comfortable in hand and features an ergonomic shape plus padded straps to help reduce hand cramping, even when the route gets hairy. They’re collapsible at two points for easy storage on the way or in your pack over easier sections of trail. Switch out different baskets on the carbide tips to accommodate either dry and snowy terrain for year-round support. At just over a pound per pair, they’ll add nothing but ease to any hike.
Hoka Transport Commuter Shoes
Hokas are good for more than just running. These light hikers support trail jaunts and urban commutes with a compression molded midsole under a Vibram outsole and a durable upper wrapped in Cordura abrasion-resistant material. Sustainability takes center stage in these shoes too as it uses components like natural sugarcane, recycled polyester, and 90% oil-free ingredients. They use Hoka’s signature high-support structure to make stepping through the city just as comfortable as a trek on trail — even if the views don’t quite measure up.
LIVSN Forager Jacket
You’d never guess that the streamlined silhouette of this jacket somehow contains nine separate pockets. Give this to the handyman who can’t stand to leave home for even the quickest of errands without all the everyday carry essentials tucked away. This beefed-up work shirt makes an ideal light outer layer over their favorite printed tee that they want to keep showing off well beyond summertime. EcoFlex Canvas gives it enough stretch to move with you despite the sleek slim-fitting design. Mesh lining on the inside makes the Forager adaptable to higher intensity activities too, even as the clean lines of the exterior keep it feeling fancy.
Klymit Versa Luxe Blanket
This new blanket by Klymit is perfect for the great outdoors. Klymit’s innovative team added a high-loft fleece to their already popular Versa blanket, to make an even warmer outdoor blanket. It has corner straps for your hands so you can easily wrap it around you outside. It also makes the perfect travel pillow as it folds easily into the footbox for storage.
Glerups Shoes
A good pair of house shoes makes going outside in the cold that much more enjoyable … because you know what’s waiting for you at the end. These 100 percent wool booties, shoes, and slippers make it easy to warm up cold toes fast. And if they warm up too fast, the natural wool fibers absorb moisture before things start to get too clammy in there. Choose from rubber or leather soles depending on how soft of a stride you want. Either way, this is a gift that celebrates the end of an adventure just as much as the middle.
Roll Recovery R1 Massage Gun
Outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds have one thing in common: we do a number on our muscles. We could probably all use a deep-tissue massage or six, but time and money don’t make that much more than a fantasy. The R1 Percussion Massage Gun from Roll Recovery gives those muscles at least a little of the R&R that they need to keep going. Its compact body contains a powerhouse of percussion energy on a spectrum of four escalating intensities. Four different head attachments target different depths and areas of the muscle. This portable gun makes it possible to release pent-up tightness and tension on a regular basis. It’s a gift that lasts longer than the gift of an actual massage, because they can get it anywhere and anytime.
Outdoor Gifts Under $300
Camp Chef Rainier Stove
Level up their camp kitchen game with this stove that doubles as a griddle. Whip up some morning pancakes or grill some patties on one side while you cook on the other. The Rainier makes it possible to concoct a gourmet meal from a fireside perch. The non-stick aluminum griddle means those flapjacks, burgers, bacon, eggs, fish filets, and more will slide like butter — even when there’s no room for butter in the cooler. Get the party started in seconds with matchless ignition so nothing gets in the way of feeding the masses.
Grand Trunk Evolution 20 Down Hammock
Glamping goes hammock with this model from Grand Trunk. It’s a hammock and a sleeping bag in one that makes sleeping under the stars much more comfortable. RDS Certified 650+ down fill ensures warmth down to 20 degrees, not to mention the baffled insulation on the underside to trap heat from escaping underneath. The integrated seams allow for tossing and turning without letting the bag get bunched. This hefty hammock will rock them to sleep and keep them feeling toasty until sunrise.
Mountain Hardwear Ghost Whisperer Down Pants
Down jackets are great and all, but you don’t know true warmth until you try out a pair of down pants. Give these to the adventurer that so badly wants to enjoy the winter wonderland but just can’t stay warm enough to stay out for long. Throw on the Ghost Whisperer Down Pants over leggings at camp and on belay, or layer them under ski pants on the most frigid powder days. The 800 fill down under ripstop fabric with pockets, drawstrings, and ankle zippers make these pants durable, lightweight, and customizable for a wide range of conditions. Stuff them into the compressible sack so your legs never feel left out in the cold.
Columbia Arch Rock Double Wall Elite Jacket
That being said, there’s no substitute for the classic puffy. This one offers the most warmth per weight of any Columbia jacket—and that’s saying a lot for a brand that’s been at the helm of outdoor outfitting for so long. Thermal-reflective lining inside the jacket holds warmth in, and double wall construction provides two times the protection from cold air. But those two layers don’t translate to more bulk. At just one pound, this ultralight and low-profile jacket packs much more of a punch that it seems from the outside. Give this jacket to the adventurer who won’t be caught dead in the marshmallow puffy of their nightmares … as they shiver themselves into a different kind of oblivion.
TSL Symbioz Hyperflex Adjust Snowshoes
For all the snow bunnies on your list, you can’t go wrong with these adjustable and flexible snowshoes. They offer reliable foot grip on all types of snow and ice. The flexible binding allows you to walk through snow without hampering your natural stride. The shock-absorbing system reduces the risk of trampling around on unfamiliar terrain, since you never know what rock croppings all that pow could be hiding. The stainless-steel bidirectional crampons underfoot add traction for uphill climbs and impressive grip to keep you upright on steep descents.
Rugged Road 45 Ultralight Cooler
It’s not worth throwing your back out over a cooler. With the Rugged Road, you don’t even have to worry about that risk. This ultralight cooler weighs less than 10 pounds empty. It’s so light that it floats on water, an added benefit for water sports enthusiasts. This cooler cuts both weight and bulk compared to its peers, so the thinner walls increase its capacity. But don’t worry—the Rugged Road design still promises over a week of ice retention. This is the gift for the car camper who would go off the grid for much longer, if only their food would stay fresh.
Cotopaxi Fuego Down Overalls
If you thought down pants were exotic, just wait until you get a look at these. Ever quirky Cotopaxi built off of everything that makes down pants an incredible asset in the outdoors to create something that belongs in every winter-ready closet. The Fuego Down Overalls extend the lower-body benefits all the way through your core. And since the core controls how the rest of the body feels too, that addition goes a long way towards all-over warmth. Bright colorblock designs guarantee that these don’t go unnoticed in any setting. Give these to the friend who likes to stand out and stay warm.
Gnara Go There Pants
Nature calls, and it doesn’t care what barriers stand in the way. For women, that’s often a literal barrier — that of our pants. Wintery weather doesn’t always make dropping trow feasible. The Go There Pants from Gnara make that a moot point. A zipper that extends all the way from front to back allows women to pee comfortably without removing an ounce of clothing. Soft fabric adds a protective layer between the zipper and the sensitive skin down there, so no need to let your mind wander in that direction. Other than that, the Go There Pants don’t skimp on all the other features of a quality outdoor pant: plenty of pockets, resilient construction, adjustable fit, and a wide range of sizes from 00 to 22.
Outdoor Gifts Over $300
Nemo Dagger OSMO 2P/3P Backpacking Tent
This Nemo OSMO backpacking tent is a high-performance luxury gift with DAC Featherlite NSL pole structure and color-coded poles so it’s easy to assemble. The shell is a base weaved textile that’s optimized for the backpacking experience. And this tent is protected by the NEMO Lifetime Warranty and weighs in at under 5 pounds for the three- person tent and under 4 pounds for the two-person tent.
TEREN Campfire Puffy
This is the gift for the person who likes to stand a little too close to the campfire…and has the holes in their puffy to prove it. TEREN constructed a jacket that’ll hold up against all the elements, including the one that escapes most fabric: fire. A blend of Lanzing FR and Aramid fibers, traditionally used for interstellar equipment and firefighting gear, provides natural fire resistance on top of your more typical water, wind, and abrasion protection. Add in six pockets and primaloft insulation for a jacket that’ll keep the wearer warm whatever the weather.
Garmin InReach Mini 2
Adventure doesn’t always fall within the constraints of cell service. On one hand, the opportunity to escape the incessant beeping and blinking of everyday technology is nothing short of a treat. On the other, that raises a real concern for safety. Risk is an inherent part of the equation, not just a rare possibility. Give the InReach Mini 2 to someone who could use a reality check in that regard. This portable satellite communicator allows users to send brief text messages, trigger SOS alerts, share their location, and retrace their steps via global satellites that function even when cell coverage doesn’t. 14 days of battery life in a 3.5 ounce package eliminate all excuses for not including the InReach Mini 2 in their go bag.
Check out our video review of the InReach Mini 2 right here.
Zenbivy Luxe Bed Double
If you’re looking for a luxurious camping sleep system for the upscale glamper on your list, this is it. This sleep system is built for two with a double-wide roomy hood, a shared footbox and ultrasoft interior, this sleep system is as close to sleeping in your bed at home as it gets. The quilt is built for two and filled with premium 800-fill-power HyperDRY down. The sheet fits around two standard camping mattresses and the sleep system has a unique hook and loop attachment that allows you to move freely at night — sleeping comfortably on your back, side and stomach while keeping the cold at bay.
Oru Kayak Lake
Give the gift of an insta-kayak to the friend who could find a way to squeeze in some paddle time anywhere in their schedule. This origami kayak folds into a portable carrying case that fits into cars, trains, and planes. Pop it up in 60 seconds flat for a 17 pound minimalist boat that’s ready to get on the water whenever and wherever you are. Double-layered, puncture- and abrasion-resistant, UV-treated polyurethane ensures that convenience doesn’t come at the cost of safety or durability either.
Article revision by Lucie Hanes, an avid writer and adventurer on rock and trail with a passion for sharing her outdoor enthusiasms through journalism and mental strength consultation.
Originally written by Suzanne Downing, an outdoor writer and photographer in Montana with an environmental science journalism background. Her work can be found in Outdoors Unlimited, Bugle Magazine, Missoulian, Byline Magazine, Communique, MTPR online, UM Native News, National Wildlife Federation campaigns and more.
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