outdoor enthusiasts are among some of the most avid gear heads out there wax romantic about the experience all you want the success of any excursion rests upon one's ability to prepare for the unexpected whether that's a trip to the local park or an expedition.

Into the unknown it pays to have the right tools for the job as such the holiday season is an excellent opportunity to help that special someone gear up for next year's adventures sure they might think those hiking boots have more miles to give but the worn out souls would say.

Otherwise whether you're seeking gift ideas for mom dad your kids your friends or you're just looking for a few fun accessories for yourself these creative and useful camping gifts have you covered from essential accessories to big ticket buys.

Here are our picks for the best gifts for outdoorsmen this is the lightstraw flex with collapsible squeeze bottle this product comes with a collapsible 22 ounce squeeze bottle the full lifestraw flex filter and a syringe for back washing the flex filter can be used in five ways.

Use it with the included squeeze bottle with the gravity bag as a stand-alone straw with a plastic bottle or in line with a hydration bladder just fill the bottle with water from here here or here and enjoy the flexwood squeeze bottle is easy to take with you compact lightweight and versatile and we mean.

Versatile with this technology water passes through a membrane micro filter with microscopic pores that traps bacteria parasites micro plastics dirt and sediment then an activated carbon plus ion exchange filter absorbs chemicals and bonds to heavy metals like lead.

Reducing even more contaminants from your drinking water everyone needs safe water stay safe pack a lifestraw this is the biolite headlamp 200 200 lumens multi-angle usb rechargeable and only 50 grams this ultra thin light delivers ultimate.

Comfort and fit so wherever you are whatever you're doing you'll quickly forget you're wearing it the transparent polycarbonate front includes red and white leds enabling you to access four different lighting modes including a dimmable red night vision.

Want to prevent those lumens from turning on in your pack activate lock mode at the touch of a button featuring 3d slim fit construction the integrated front sits flush for no bounce while the moisture wicking band keeps you cool and dry with run times of up to 40 hours on a single charge.

You can leave your disposable alkalines behind and enjoy a low profile ultra lightweight headlamp that's ready for the campsite and anywhere a little light goes a long way available in four colors upgrade your headlamp today and bring performance fit and rechargeability to your kit this is the terracraft from gerber.

Bushcraft demands more out of a knife than any other activity whether it's starting a fire or building a shelter this us-made fixed blade is ready to take it on we used extra thick s30v steel and full tank construction to provide enhanced durability in the field our cnc machined.

G10 scales offer multi-grip ergonomics baseball grip precision grip and chest lever grip the hand sanded profile mitigates hot spots during use and provides a 90 degree fire striking edge on the spine of the blade it's also got through hole rivets which can be used for tethering in a pinch.

And a hammer ready pommel it's available in two colors the american-made sheath extends use and ensures safe transport wherever the pioneering spirit takes you this full-size fixed blade delivers confidence in any situation and will stand the test of time the coyote 65 pack is built to carry.

Life on your back in the great outdoors without stresses on your mind or on your body this pack is equipped with the new amp flow ventilated back panel to keep you cool and comfortable the advanced perimeter frame provides superior load transfer and stability featuring the customizable fit pro quick and easy torso adjustment system.

This pack is super comfortable on the go to keep everything nice and stable there's load lifters up top and hip belt stabilizers down here the coyote has all the pockets you need to stay organized on the trail the zipper for the floating lid is on the side making it easy for your hiking partner to grab your sunnies.

On the inside there's an organizing pocket and a clip for keys inside the spacious main compartment there's a hydration sleeve out front this zippered pocket is a great spot to stash an extra layer here you've got our signature wing side pockets that can easily fit your favorite nail gene.

While the pass behind functionality means you can slide in a fly rod and secure it in one of the side mesh pockets attach your trekking poles to the tool loops and secure the tops under the side compression straps down low this zipper access lets you get at your sleeping bag quickly.

Last but not least these two hip belt pockets are the ideal spot for your needed now items so load it up and get wild with a coyote 65 from kelty firesafe is a portable fire pit that allows you to start and maintain a fire anywhere adventure takes you this grill companion elevates your fuel source be.

It wood or charcoal while leaving only good memories behind fire safe is lightweight portable and takes only seconds to set up it's slim enough to fit into an envelope and packs away neatly into the included carrying case it's been thoughtfully engineered entirely from 304 stainless steel for.

Endurance and corrosion resistance firesafe efficiently directs airflow straight to your desired fuel source while acting as a shield against stronger wind a heat source and a fuel container the fire safe is perfect for a spontaneous day trip.

Carefully planned expeditions or to simply relax in your own backyard and best of all fire safe is designed as a perfect companion to the compact m1 grille the wise owl outfitters featherlite hammock is our lightest and most compact hammock weighing in at just 13 ounces with the straps included.

It will fit in the palm of your hand nylon is similar to bed sheets so the higher the thread count the softer it is we use high quality 210 rip stop nylon for these hammocks that will hold up to 400 pounds rip stop is a special reinforcing technique that makes the fabric.

Extremely resistant to tearing and ripping included with your hammock are two ultra light aluminum wire gate carabiners these are extremely strong and very lightweight you also have an attached bag that doubles as a storage pocket well inside your hammock these hammocks come with two nine foot.

Long hammock straps with ten different connection points combined these allow you to easily hang your hammock anywhere in just a minute or so to set up your hammock find two trees that are about 12 to 20 feet apart and wrap the strap around the first tree put the end with several loops through the end with just one loop that also has.

The logo on it do the same on the other tree then grab your hammock and clip one carabiner to one of the loops on the strap repeat on the other end if your hammock is hanging too low you can adjust to another loop adjust the straps higher or lower on the tree or if your trees are a little too close.

Together you can also wrap the strap around the tree more than once once your hammock is attached you'll want to clear the area below it so there are no sticks or anything sharp you also want to ensure that it is hanging at about 18 inches from the ground to easily get in and out of your hammock.

Before you jump in please test the connections and the setup by pushing down on the hammock with a lot of pressure and pulling at the straps on the trees best way to enter your hammock is stand in front of it and open it behind you sit down and then swivel to the side the most comfortable way to line your.

Hammock will be at an angle the featherlite is perfect for one person and is nine feet long by four and a half feet wide this is fillo our camp pillow series designed to elevate your sleep at elevation bringing soft cradling support to the backcountry at a tiny pack size.

Pillow greatly increases your restfulness and helps you recharge for tomorrow's adventure offered in two models phillo and phillia luxury are a backpacker's best friend on the trail by pairing our i-beam baffled air cell with a thick layer of luxury foam we've achieved four inches of loft.

And the perfect balance of comfort to weight with a soft yielding at-home pillow feel available in two new machine washable cover fabrics a cozy micro suede and a soft jersey blend that offers a refreshingly clean and cool feeling for your face phillo's air cell.

Leverages i-beam baffles to eliminate the balloon feeling of other inflatable pillows and create a silent natural pillow shape the i-beam baffled cells prevent bounce for stable neck and head support and better sleep philo's ergonomic micro adjustable twist and push valve.

Allows you to quickly inflate your pillow to the perfect level of firmness desired filler luxury increases comfort with three extra inches of width and a woven shock cord backing to stuff with clothing which adds loft needed for side sleeping and fillo packs remarkably small in an integrated stuff sack that won't.

Get lost it's true that every ounce counts in the backcountry but it's the little things that make a big difference and a fillocamp pillow just disappears into your pack until it's time to recharge your batteries and like all nemo products your camp.

Pillow comes with a lifetime warranty so it will last with you through years of adventures you