Outdoor Holiday Gift Giving Guide

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 Stocking Stuffers and inspiring reads, you'll find ideas to make their next adventure unforgettable.

  For the Climber 

1. Chalk: When in doubt, chalk (any brand) is a useful and desirable gift for any climber

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

3. Training Tools: Great ways for climbers to stay active at home

1. Tension Block

2. Black Diamond Forearm Trainer

3. Metolius Grip Saver

4. Stocking Stuffers (Items under $20)

1. Metolius Finger Tape

2. Carabiner (any kind)

3. Rhino Finger Massage Ring

4. Munkees Ultra-Thin Nail Clippers

5. Clothing: Midlayer: Grab them a jacket they can easily take on or off between sets. 

1. We love: Mountain Hardware Airmesh

6. Books:

1. Yoga for Climbers: How To Stretch, Strengthen, and Climb Higher by Nichole Tsong

2. Local climbing guidebook: A great resource while out at the crag

1. See what guidebooks we have in stock here

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For the Hiker

1. Gear Envie Hikas: These down ankle gaiters are sure to keep your feet and ankles warm and dry.

2. First Aid Kit: Be prepared for the unexpected.

3. Rechargeable Hand Warmers: A reusable option for keeping hands warm.

4. Fanny Pack: Keep your phone and all your snacks within reach.

5. Stocking Stuffers (Items under $20)

1. LMNT Electrolytes

2. Hand Warmers - single-use

3. Stickers

4. No-So Repair Patch: repair your clothing tears

5. Multi-Purpose Knife

6. Clothing: Down Jacket: Get them a warm jacket to wear while on the trail

1. We Love: Black Diamond Solution 2.0 Hoodie

7. Books: 

1. Where Should We Camp Next? By Stephanie & Jeremy Puglisi

2. A local hiking guidebook.  We suggest: Hiking West Virginia, a Monongahela NRG hiking map or guidebook

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For the Kids 

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

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

3. Kids’ Water Bottles: Small water bottles with cute designs for easy carrying.

4. Stocking Stuffers (Items under $20)

1. Magnets

2. Hacky Sack

3. Plush Water Stone sock monkey

5. Clothes:  New River Gorge Youth Tee

6. Books:

1. Adventure: A Guides Guide To NRG

2. Animals of the New River Gorge Coloring Book

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For the Camper 

1. Packable Towels: Perfect for cleaning up and drying off quickly

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

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

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

5. Teva ReEmber: Cozy footwear for around the campsite.

6. Stocking Stuffers:

1. Camp Coffee (We love Coulée!)

2. Good to Go Gourmet Meals

3. Dr. Bronner’s Soaps

4. Banana Saver

7. Books:

1. Dirty Gourmet: Food for Your Outdoor Adventures by Aimee Trudaeu, Emily Nielson, Mai-Yan Kwan

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For the Naturalist 

1. Opinel Mushroom Knife: Ideal for foraging enthusiasts.

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

3. Opinel Keyring Knife No. 4: Style and function for the adventurous spirit.

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

5. Stocking Stuffers (Under $20)

   1. Tick buddy: Great for removing ticks

   2. Tread Lightly Patch

   3. Don’t Get Lost Out There Flash Cards

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

6. Books: 

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

2. Wilderness Medicine by Forgey

3. Trees Pocket Tutor