9 Gifts For Outdoor Lovers For Better Wilderness Adventures
9 Holiday Gifts To Snatch Up For The Outdoors Lover In Your Life
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Human beings were designed to spend time outdoors. You can feel that any time you get a little greenery and fresh air – your entire body activates. Research published in the American Psychological Association found that spending time in nature can boost one’s mood and provide cognitive benefits. It even found that just brief exposure to the outdoors improves one’s sense of well-being.
If you’re holiday shopping for gifts for outdoor lovers, then look for something that will help them better connect with nature, and even find more creative ways to enjoy the great outdoors. While one of the best gifts you could give them is spending time with them on that next big adventure, if you can’t tag along, at least you can enhance it with one of these gifts.
1) Handheld Satellite Communicator
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If your outdoorsy loved one sometimes ventures a little too deep into the woods, this item also gives you the gift of peace of mind. This handheld communicator allows for two-way texting even when there is no cell service. It also enables the user to share their GPS location and trigger a SOS signal when help is needed. The lithium battery boasts 28 days of power.
2) Camping Love Seat
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This camping love seat can create an impromptu romantic moment in the wild with its 42 inches of seating surface. It has a slightly reclined, comfortable angle, folds up compactly for transport, is cushioned and has two cupholders. With a steel frame and 600D weight polyester fabric, it’s built to last many camping trips. The seat can also hold up to 500 lbs.
3) A Lightweight Hydration Backpack
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Between snacks, beverages, emergency supplies and cameras, there’s a lot to pack for a wilderness excursion and backpackers can’t afford any extra weight. That’s why a super lightweight but durable backpack is a great gift. This model contains a hydration bladder with a sip tube, making it easy to sip on the go. It has an adjustable waist belt for added stability and reflective trim for nighttime visibility.
4) A Truck Tent
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For the camper who doesn’t like to sleep on the ground, get this truck tent. It comes in several sizes to adapt to different truck bed lengths, is easy to set up, and creates instant shelter anywhere a truck can go. Plus, it has large mesh windows for ventilation and a full rainfly for unexpected storms. A gear pocket gives you a place to stash small items and the lantern holder will make sure your tent stays well-lit.
5) Two-Burner Propane Stove
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This portable propane stove makes it easy to enjoy hot meals when you’re far from a kitchen. It has two adjustable burners, wind panels to protect your food from the weather, and a removable grate for easy cleaning. You can put pans, kettles and pots on it, and when you’re not using it, it folds up for packing. This stove works with a 16-ounce or one-pound propane tank making it one of the more practical gifts for outdoor lovers.
6) A Headlamp Beanie
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If you’re looking for a stocking stuffer for an outdoor enthusiast, this is the perfect item. It will keep their head warm while providing light for those nighttime hikes. The LED bulb provides visibility up to 72 feet and has multiple modes including flashing, strong and low. It charges via a USB cord and the light lasts for five continuous hours or 68 hours of intermittent use.
7) A Wearable Waterproof Sleeping Bag
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If it’s time for your outdoor-loving friend to upgrade their sleeping bag, get them this one. It not only packs down super compactly and weighs just over one pound for easy transport, but it also has snaps that lets it convert into a wearable poncho for hanging out around the campsite. It’s water resistant and insulated to block out cold and moisture.
8) Best In Class Hiking Boots
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People who venture out into the wilderness often wear out their hiking boots quickly. If your adventure-seeking loved one needs new boots, get them a pair that will last. Our two picks are waterproof, offer excellent cushioning, great traction and breathability. These should survive years of back-mountain hikes and are some of the best gifts for outdoor lovers.
9) An Inflatable Kayak
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Taking a traditional kayak on a hiking or camping trip is cumbersome. But this inflatable one gives you the versatility of having a kayak with you for spontaneous water adventures, without adding much weight to your pack. It has adjustable inflatable seats, comes with an electric pump and paddles, and is made of heavy-duty materials for durability.
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