5 Essentials for the Outdoorsman in Your Life

No matter what season, the man who loves nature will enjoy spending time outside. Neither snow, nor rain, nor sleet, nor wind will stop the outdoorsman from going on that hike or going camping. Here are five must-have items for any outdoorsman.

1. The Proper Footwear

Depending on the terrain, you'll need to choose the proper pair of footwear.

Rugged trail running shoes are waterproof, light, and great for rocky and uneven trails. Hiking boots may work best for wet, muddy, and rocky paths.

“All forests have their own personality. I don’t just mean the obvious differences, like how an English woodland is different from a Central American rain forest, or comparing tracts of West Coast redwoods to the saguaro forests of the American Southwest… they each have their own gossip, their own sound, their own rustling whispers and smells. A voice speaks up when you enter their acres that can’t be mistaken for one you’d hear anyplace else, a voice true to those particular tress, individual rather than of their species.”

― Charles de Lint

2. A Sports Watch

Having a reliable sports watch may be vital to an outdoorsman. When looking for a watch, it’s essential to find one that is waterproof and strong.

Something else to look for is Luminox Navy Seal Dive Watches that have a glowing face, for easy nighttime viewing.

3. A Pair of Sunglasses

It’s so important to protect your eyes from harmful UV rays. When spending time in the outdoors, exposure to ultraviolet rays may increase as you hike in higher altitudes.

A good pair of sunglasses can offer the protection you need. When shopping My Gift Stop for sunglasses, you may want to make sure they have scratch-resistant lenses that also provide a clear view while blocking dangerous UV rays.

“May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds.”

— Edward Abbey

4. A Sturdy Backpack

Having a sturdy and comfortable backpack when spending time in the outdoors is important for many reasons. A backpack will be where you carry your food, water, and any other supplies you may need.

If your adventure is an overnight one, your backpack will be where you store the tent and sleeping bags you’ll need for the night.

When shopping for a backpack, look for one that has comfortable shoulder straps and a support strap that goes around your waist. This can help prevent back pain from extended hiking.

5. An All-Weather Jacket

A jacket that offers protection from the sun, wind, rain, and cold temperatures is essential when enjoying the outdoors. While choosing the jacket that suits your needs best, keep in mind that a coat that isn’t bulky and is lightweight can be beneficial.

Look for a lightweight jacket that can guard you against the cold temperature and the high winds you may encounter when outdoors.

Spending time hiking, camping, and even going for short walks in the outdoors can benefit your health in so many ways. Making sure you have the right equipment can help to ensure that you have an enjoyable time outside.

“Light a campfire and everyone's a storyteller.”

– John Geddes