The Ultimate Outdoor Gift Guide: Gear, Gadgets, and Goodies for Every Adventurer in Your Life

Looking for the perfect gift for the outdoorsy folks in your life? Whether they're scaling cliffs, conquering trails, or setting up camp under the stars, our holiday gift guide has something for everyone. From must-have gear to thoughtful goodie baskets and inspiring reads, you'll find ideas to make their next adventure unforgettable.

  For the Climber 🧗‍♀️

1. Pinch Mug: The ultimate coffee mug for climbers

2. Kong Panic Draw: Perfect for making those reachy clips with confidence.

3. Belay Glasses: Save your neck while keeping an eye on your partner.

4. Rocky Talkies: Stay connected during multipitch climbs.

5. Training Goodie Basket: Keep your grip strong, even during the winter months.

• Tension Block

• Metolius Grip Saver

• Rhino Skin Solutions

• 📚 Training for Climbing or How to Climb 5.12, both by Eric Horst

For the Hiker 🚶‍♀️

1. Opinel Carved Knife: A classic multi-use knife for trail use.

2. Garmin inReach: A lifesaver for backcountry adventures.

3. Compass & Knife Necklace: Style meets trail utility.

4. Trekking Poles: Stability and support for every hike.

5. Trail Magic Goodie Basket:

• Thaw Rechargeable Hand Warmer: Keep your hands toasty on those chilly hikes.

• Darn Tough Socks: Comfortable and durable socks for all-day hikes.

• Good to Go/Packit Gourmet Meals: Splurge on a nice, convenient dinner on the trail.

• 📚 How to Suffer Outside by Diana Helmuth: Equal parts comedy & practical tips

• 📚A local hiking guidebook.  We suggest: Hiking West Virginia, Monogahala NRG hiking map or guidebook

For the Kids 🧒

1. Dinobryte headlamp: Brighten adventures with this fun light for young explorers!

2. Plush Water Stone sock monkey: A soft friend from their favorite scavenger hunt.

3. Smokey Bear jigsaw puzzle: Fun with a classic outdoor icon.

4. 📚 Picture Books: Inspiring outdoor-themed reads for the little ones.  We love:

1. Mushroom Rain by Laura K. Zimmermann & Jamie Green

2. Night-Night West Virginia by Katherine Sully & Helen Poole

3. C is for Camping by Greg Paprocki

5. Little Explorer's Starter Basket:

1. Coghlan’s 7-Function Binoculars: Includes a compass, magnifier, signal mirror, and more!

2. Backyard Adventure First Aid Kit: in a cute animal shaped pouch.

3. other essentials for young adventurers.

4. Live & Learn Kits: Teach them knot tying, fire starting or way finding

For the Camper 🏕️

1. Luci Light:  Light up the campsite with this solar-powered, inflatable lantern.

2. Biolite SolarPanel 5+: Keep gadgets charged during extended trips.

3. Bedrock Mountain Clogs: Cozy footwear for around the campsite.

4. Silky Saws: Compact and sharp saws for firewood, pruning, trail clearing and other outdoor tasks.

5. Camp Chef Goodie Basket:

• CRRC Coffee: Locally roasted coffee for those early camp mornings.

• JavaPress/JavaGrind: Enjoy freshly ground coffee even in the backcountry.

• GSI Spicerocket: Never compromise on taste while adventuring.

• 📚 Peak Nutrition: Smart Fuel for Outdoor Adventure by Maria Hines and Mercedes Pollmeier

For the Naturalist 🌿

1. Opinel Mushroom Knife: Ideal for foraging enthusiasts.

2. Grow at Home Mushroom Kit: Grow your own mushrooms at home.

3. Nocs: Compact, waterproof binoculars designed for easy travel and exploration.

4. Miniature Knife & Compass Necklace: Style and function for the adventurous spirit.

5. Nature Lover’s Treasure Trove:

• New York Botanical Garden Mushroom Flashcards: Sharpen your skills and prep for future foraging hikes!

• Naturalist pocket tutor: Handy waterproof guides on plants, birds, insects, or fungi.

• 📚 The Naturalist at Home: Projects for Discovering the Hidden World Around Us by Kelly Brenner

For the Traveler ✈️

1. Groove Life Belt & Wallet: Comfortable and versatile for all kinds of adventures.

2. Rosalie Haizlett Art: Beautiful local prints to delight the nature lover in your life.

3. Grayl Geopress: A portable filter for safe, tasty hydration off the grid, or at the airport.

4. Biolite Charge20 PD: Keep your phone, headlamp, and more powered up on the go.

5. Inspire & Explore Basket:

• Field Notes Memo Books: Capture thoughts and adventures on the go.

•    Keep Nature Wild Playing Cards:  For the hostel or the campsite.

• 📚 The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small by Kath Stathers

For the Runner 🏃‍♂️

1. Nightscope Headlamp Beanie:  Keep their head toasty and their trail bright

2. Running Vest: Stay hydrated and carry essentials on the go.

3. Platypus Quickdraw Filter: A lightweight and easy hydration solution for trail runners.

4. Socks: Keep their feet toasty on the trail or during the recovery.

5. Recovery Care Basket:

•  Sallye Ander Heavy Duty Foot Therapy Cream

•   Trigger point foam roller

• 📚 Run: Races and Trails Around the World

Can’t find the perfect gift? A Water Stone gift card is always a great choice! Buy $100 worth of gift cards, and we’ll give you a $5 card just for you. Our gift cards never expire, but this special offer ends on 12/24/25—don’t miss out!