The best gifts are those which can be admired, cherished, and appropriately utilized. A gift defines the personality of the giver and the character of the recipient. It can be used to bond with a friend or to improve relations. A well-received gift is a prized memory. But what to present to your friends who live outdoors more than indoors? It can be difficult to bottle up the essence of nature. It is also not superlative to get them just a diary or a jumper. You have to put in a significant effort for those you love. Thus, you need to be creative. The most important thing is budget planning. Figure out how much you are willing to spend and strategize accordingly. There are many things that survivalists and outdoor enthusiasts admire. A few of these gifts are listed below:
Camping Gear
You can never go wrong with
camping gear. If you have hiked or traveled with the recipient then you may know their choices. Go with your gut and get the things that need refilling. A good hunting knife is always a good choice. It is handy, and the recipient can use it at home and outdoors. Camping bag, sleeping bag, and water purifiers are also classic survivalist gifts. If you plan on getting a camping tent for the Christmas surprise, hide it well. You can also go the practical route and gift them Paracord, flashlights, and fire starters. But we suggest the bigger items for a better sparkle surprise.
Survival Magazine Subscription Gifts
If there’s one thing the outdoor enthusiasts love other than being in nature, it’s reading about nature. Get the annual subscription to a classic survival and outdoors magazine. It can be a printed version or an online publication. Make sure to send the bill to your account or present it as a gift card. The digital price-tag might embarrass you so be careful. A good survival magazine has reviews of the latest products, news about popular hiking trails and paths as well as delicious campfire recipes. Many magazines also teach first-aid and emergency skills. Pick wisely!
All-Expenses Paid Trip as a Gift
You won’t just get a hug for this one! Your dear survivalist may become misty-eyed. All-expenses paid trips are a treat for anyone who gets them. But they are especially sacrosanct to the nature-starved adventurer in your group who can’t go out as much as possible. Make their day with this offering. Or better, make their whole year by getting them stocked up on all trip necessities and mandatory tickets. They’ll surely love you forever. Double-check your budget before splurging. These trips can be very expensive. You can also opt for off-season tickets to manage the prices. Keep the schedule of the recipient in mind as well before making a final decision.
Trail Food Goodie Bag
Although not as expensive as the former options, the goodie bag is a very intimate gift. It shows the love and cares you put into selecting each ingredient and packing it. You can also be more innovative with this gift. If you have enough time on your hands, you can make trail mix, cookies, and energy bars at home as well. Abide by all the dietary restrictions and requirements your friend might have. Vegan options are more appropriate and healthy. You can choose fancy packaging but add eco-friendly and elements-proof packaging as well. This will allow your friend to easily carry and consume the treats while on a trek.
Handmade Scrapbook
A memorandum of all the trips you have taken together and all the beautiful moments spent in nature is quite fitting for Christmas. After all, it is a season to be jolly and cozy together. Rewind the time and relive these memories with a perfectly put together scrapbook. You can add ticket stubs, photographs, leaves, pressed flowers, postcards, and autographs in this scrapbook. There are many color schemes you can use to make the display, but the Christmas aesthetic suggests you go with cream, red, or green. Make sure to leave a few pages empty. The adventure is not over yet!
Digital Camera
If you have enough budget but not much time, make things easy for yourself. Get on the internet and buy the most suitable camera for your survivalist. It is common that nature-lovers are generally amazing photographers as well. You can also gift them a Polaroid camera with instant print technology. Both of these options are sure to go over magnificently.
Make sure you give gifts that your friends and family will really want, not what you really want to give. If you need more ideas on practical and affordable
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