The 10 Best Gifts for Outdoorsy People

• When you’re shopping for gifts for outdoorsy people, there won’t be any shortage of options.

• Whether you’re in the market for birthday, Christmas, or “just because” gifts for people who love the outdoors, you can choose from a variety of options, including compasses, pocket knives, tents, cargo bags, and more.

• Army Surplus World offers a diverse selection of products for nature lovers, helping you find the perfect options for everyone on your gift list.

According to a recent survey, the average American only spends about 10 hours outdoors each week. This same survey suggested that, by spending just five extra hours outdoors every month, people in the U.S. could see their happiness levels soar by almost 50%. Consider helping your friends and family members get outside more often by giving them the best gifts for outdoorsy people the next time you need to buy them presents.

It doesn’t matter if you’re on the hunt for birthday, graduation, Mother’s/Father’s Day, “just because,” or Christmas gifts for those who love the outdoors. You can track down tons of excellent options for both hardcore outdoor enthusiasts and anyone who simply wants to start spending more time outside. Check them out below.

1. Compass

Getting lost in nature is fun for a little while, but people can put themselves into real danger if they’re lost for too long. For this reason, a compass is one of the top gifts for outdoorsy people. Whether you pick out a basic compass, such as the Hiking, Survival, Navigating, Mountaineering, and Outdoors Orienteering Compass, or one of the more advanced military compasses, it can ensure a loved one doesn’t ever get too lost while exploring everything Mother Nature offers.

2. Flashlight

A flashlight is another standard tool that every outdoor explorer should have by their side, as it can help them find their way around if they ever get caught out in nature once the sun goes down. You can put one of these high-quality military flashlights into their pocket and prevent them from getting stuck out in the dark. This GI Type Military Style Right Angle Flashlight can provide them with a bright light and guarantee they can get out of even the stickiest situations after sundown.

3. Survival Kit

Before heading out into nature, people who love the outdoors must hope for the best while planning for the worst. Sticking survival kits into their bags is a fantastic way to be sure they’re ready for just about anything. You can invest in a ready-made kit or create your own kit that contains products like this Emergency Polarshield Survival Blanket and this 7-in-1 LED Survival Whistle Kit when poking around for Christmas gifts for people who love the outdoors.

4. Pocket Knife

Pocket knives come in handy for anyone who spends a lot of time out in nature, making them incredible gifts for outdoorsy people. An option like the Propel Auto Blade can help them cut through branches and brush, build a fire, and even defend themselves in certain instances.

5. Multi-Tool

Pocket knives are just one of the many tools that outdoorsy people should have in their back pockets when walking around in nature. They should also have access to other multi-tools, including this 5-in-1 Multi-Purpose Tool that features an axe head, a shovel, a hammer, a saw, and a pickaxe. You can give it to them with one of these birthday, graduation, or Christmas gifts for lovers of the outdoors.

6. Emergency First-Aid Kit

Unfortunately, Mother Nature can be relentless at times, causing even the most avid outdoorspeople to sustain injuries. Emergency first-aid kits are, therefore, must-haves for people who appreciate the outdoors. These M17 Military First Aid Kits are significantly more comprehensive than average, run-of-the-mill first-aid kits.

7. Camping Accessories

If you’re searching for gifts for outdoorsy people who love to camp, you’re in luck. So many great camping accessories exist, such as tents, sleeping bags, and cots, to name a few. These USGI ACU Improved Combat Shelters are always worthwhile presents.

8. Fire Starter

If you’re shopping for someone who is serious about the great outdoors, chances are they already know how to start fires out in the wild. Still, they might not have a top-of-the-line fire starter, so you shouldn’t hesitate to look around for one that can help them get a roaring fire up and going quicker than usual. This Large Flint Striker could be just what they need.

9. Binoculars

Of all the gifts for outdoorsy people on this list, binoculars might just be the most versatile in that they’re a wonderful option for both those who enjoy exploring national parks as well as those who consider “getting outdoors” to be sitting in their backyards. They can each use them to look for birds and other types of wildlife. These Camouflage Binoculars can help them see nature from a brand-new perspective, no matter where they’re viewing it from.

10. Cargo Bag

You can’t go wrong with cargo bags when buying gifts for those who enjoy soaking up the outdoors. They will typically need to bring a bunch of stuff along with them, and an option like this 16.5-Liter Collapsible Foldable Lightweight Packable Backpack can help keep it all well-organized. It will also protect these things from the elements.

Start Shopping for Christmas Gifts for People Who Love the Outdoors

Believe it or not, this is just a small percentage of the gifts for outdoorsy people that you can find at Army Surplus World. We also have a large selection of other items you can buy while shopping for presents for nature lovers. Contact us if you have any questions about the products in our massive inventory.