Whether you're shopping for your favorite sustainability nerd or a backcountry fashionista, here are some gift ideas for anyone on your list.
For your beloved backcountry chef
Gift them new spices for a spice kit or a bottle of hot sauce. Try something different like curry, za’atar, ginger, or a masala blend. A perfect stocking stuffer!
For the new backcountry adventurer
Give the gift of preparedness with a Wilderness First Aid class. It’s never a bad idea to have a little backcountry medicine knowledge.
For the one in training
Do you know someone who can’t get outside as much as they’d like in the winter, but is trying to stay in shape for an upcoming trip? Give the gift of fitness with a new class to try or a climbing gym membership.
For the backcountry fashionista
A hat is in style every season. Gift a sun hat, trucker hat, or winter hat...you can’t really go wrong (and Paul Petzoldt would approve).
For the new backcountry cook
Write down your favorite backcountry recipe and gift it with the ingredients all ready to go!
For the one with cold feet
Happy feet make outdoor adventures all the more enjoyable. Gift a pair of wool socks, or down or synthetic booties for toasty feet.
For your favorite coffee lover
Know someone who’s tired of cowboy coffee? Give them some high quality instant coffee. This stuff should pass any coffee snob’s test.
For the sustainability nerd
Encourage friends or family to patch instead of purchase by gifting some funky repair patches. Who said a repair can’t be stylish?
For the one who needs to get outside more
Plan a day trip. Take your loved ones hiking, kayaking, mountain biking, or any other outdoor activity that you love. Give the gift of fresh air and quality time in the outdoors. Who knows? It could be a gift that keeps on giving!
Happy holidays from all of us at NOLS!
