Caroline Ebinger

I love finding cute, local brands, especially when traveling. This list is perfect for gifts (and goodies for yourself!) by artists and artisans you can feel good about. I’ve highlighted where each artist is based — try to buy from brands local to you, when you can! It’s all nature-themed, of course. Because surrounding yourself by nature at all times is worth it! 🥰

What's better than travel? Travel when you don't have to worry about the little things, because you've packed everything you need for a seamless adventure! Almost all of these recs are directly from the company, and none are from Amazon. :)

Don't underestimate field guides! I find that they help me learn and retain information much better than apps that aim to do the same. Plus, they're beautiful… and you get to show off to your friends when they seem them in your bookshelf — or grabbed from your backpack on the trail! Why mostly illustrated rather than photographed? Usually illustrations can better showcase colors, forms, and behaviors. Plus, again, pretty! Links from Bookshop.org, which supports independent bookstores.

My all-time favorite books that address nature (and sometimes climate) from both fiction and non-fiction perspectives. Must read all!!! Links from Bookshop.org, which supports independent bookstores. Happy reading!