Gift Guide for the Outdoor Enthusiast

RUMPL (Puffy Blankets): hands free blanket – yes please! Take this blanket anywhere and everywhere. The Puffy blanket is water repellant, has a clip, weighs two pounds, washer and dryer safe, sustainably sourced and it’s compact. We have two puffy blankets, the everywhere mat and the travel blanket. Honestly, we are well underway with the whole family wearing these blankets. You can buy online, or if you want to check out them out in person, visit your nearest MEC store.

YETI – Roadie Hard Cooler : For on-the-go year-round, the 24 Roadie Hard Cooler is where it’s at. The cooler fits perfectly in a car behind the driver’s seat and in a portable wagon for those travel beach outings/day trips. It can fit all the essentials, like wine bottles, cans, BBQ meat and ice cream. It’s the perfect size, but I wish it came with wheels in this size.

CHEF’N S’mores Roaster: a tabletop s’mores roaster for indoor and outdoor use! Easy to assemble with simple clean up (gel fuel sold separately). It’s such a fun way to roast marshmallows and during the winter keeps those hands warm while roasting. It makes a super cute gift. I recommend for holiday gifting to buy the gel, a multi-purpose lighter and a s’mores pack so it can be enjoyed immediately. If you sign up for the Create and Barrel mailing list, you can save 15% of the roaster.

RAINKISS (Sustainable Designer Rain Ponchos): these are the coolest unisex. inclusive one-size fits all design and are made from 100% certified recycled polyester. Their selection of designs and prints are insane!!! I bought the smiley face print and I get so many compliments. Not gonna lie, it’s pricey but worth it for me because fashion and function! Love that the poncho can be stored into it’s own pouch. It’s perfect to pack for travel. into a pouch all in one and it’s perfect for travel. Ponchos are available for kids and dogs too. Business is founded in Amsterdam, so I’m hooking you up with the link here for the nearest retailer.

NAKIE (Hammock): portable, compact, lightweight and 100% made from recycled bottles, Australian founded company Nakie Hammock’s are perfect for hikes, beaches, parks or your backyard. I love the easy setup and the hammock fits 2 people comfortably. There are sales offered through the year and world-wide shipping is free! Picnic blankets, beach towels and puffy blankets are also available through their site.

Nanopresso (Portable Espresso Maker): fyi – I’m also a coffee enthusiast! Bought this for my trip to Barbados because my in-laws live in a residential neighborhood and didn’t have a cafe within walking distance and packing my Nespresso machine was out of the question. To be honest, my husband was skeptical and didn’t think that it was really worth buying. But not only did we BOTH use the Nanopresso in Barbados, but I used it on the flight there and back. During my flight, I asked the stewardess for hot water and a glass of milk with ice. Made a shot of espresso and added it to my milk and voila, an iced latte! There were so many colours available at the time when I purchased, but they seem to be low on selection. Click here

LUCI (Solar String Lights): the best string lights! The Luci Solar String Lights are self-powered, the wires wind up and stores into the unit, three levels of brightness and can be used as a flashlight. Option to charge through built-in solar panel or USB charger. I love that it’s compact and portable (no messy string lights!). Can be used for indoor and outdoor use and it’s a great for glamping and picnics. If you sign up for the Sail mailing list, you can save 15%.

BIOLITE – Power Bank Charger

For a family that’s always on the go and a mom that’s always taking pics and videos, the BioLite Charge 40 PD Power Bank is a game changer. I bought it for a trip to Barbados and researched and read reviews. It is heavier than other power banks, but it’s durable, the battery life is long lasting, and it can charge up to 2 devices.

Other items on MY wish list, Canadian founded company Rux (collapsible, weatherproof, lightweight, gear storage case), YETI ice Bucket for the outings where I don’t want to lug around my cooler and the RIGWA Stainless Steel Insulated Food Container (keeps food hot or cold for hours).