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Camping/Hiking Must Haves + Outdoor Gift ideas for the nature loving people in your life!
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Linda Meacham
I've been camping and hiking in the Pacific Northwest my whole life.  Whether it's tent camp, car camp, trailer camp - we've done it all.
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Clothing & Accessories
 
Hiking Gear
 
Around Camp
 
Cooking & Meal Time
 
Coolers
 
Camp Bathroom

Clothing & Accessories

Camping Clothes are about moisture, durability and protection from the elements.  This is just a few of my favorites!

 
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My favorite hiking Shoes
KEEN Targhee IV Waterproof Hiking Shoes - Women's
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Waterproof and windproof!
Patagonia Torrentshell 3L Jacket - Women's
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breathable and moisture-wicking, available in plus sizes
Oiselle Flyout Long-Sleeve Top - Women's
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hiking pants
Outdoor Research Ferrosi Pants - Women's
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Shorts & Pants in one! Available in plus sizes.
REI Co-op Sahara Convertible Pants - Women's
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durable overalls. available in plus sizes
REI Co-op Campwell Workwear Overalls - Women's
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Merino Wool, Cushioned
Darn Tough Hiker Micro Crew Cushion Socks - Women's
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Have you ever set up a tent in the dark after arriving late? This is sooo handy.
Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp | REI Co-op
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When mosquitos are bad don't be afraid to put one on both wrists and your ankles! Very stretchy.
BugMD 10 Pack DEET-Free Mosquito Bracelets
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My favorite camp hat!
MANMESH HATT Vintage Washed Distressed Cap
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Hiking Gear

Basic Gear to have ready for a hike!

 
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Designed to fit a wide range of body types
REI Co-op Trail 25 Pack
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Keep hydration safe while hiking
LifeStraw Peak Series Water Filter Straw | REI Co-op
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Keep hydration safe while hiking
LifeStraw Sip Reusable Stainless-Steel Water Filter Straw | REI Co-op
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Around Camp

Creature Comforts to make that camp site home!

 
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Hammock Stand - comfort no matter where you set up
Parkway Adjustable Hammock Stand
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Comfortable naps and lounging
ENO DoubleNest Giving Back Printed Hammock | REI Co-op
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Can Koozie/Cooler in one
YETI Rambler Colster 2.0 Can Cooler | REI Co-op
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Hydration is a must
Stanley The IceFlow Flip Straw Vacuum Tumbler - 30 fl. oz. | REI Co-op
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Camp Coffee Cups!
YETI Rambler 14 oz. Stackable Mug | REI Co-op
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Cozy up around the camp fire
Kelty Low Loveseat | REI Co-op
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Need chairs!
Campwell Chair
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Camp chair meets rocker!
GCI Outdoor RoadTrip Rocker Chair | REI Co-op
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Folding Hammock Chair is my favorite!
NEMO Stargaze Evo-X Folding Reclining Camp Chair | REI Co-op
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Best of both worlds a chair with a table AND a cooler! Enjoy that relaxation.
Mountain Summit Gear Cooler Chair | REI Co-op
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Solar powered string lights! Ambiance!
Solar String Area Light with Phone Charger
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Light to get things done is a must
EAL50R Rechargeable Lantern
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hang up the suits and wet clothes after playing in the creek
Lite Line Clothesline
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Just makes life easier!
Firestarters
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a good flame source is a requirement
Windproof Lighter
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a good pocket knife is a requirement
Rescue Tool Pocket Knife
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if you're tent camping - get that food way up in the trees and away from you
Ursack Major Bear Sack - 10 Liters | REI Co-op
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We use this pop up as a camp trash can!
YUDI & GARDEN 46 Gal Collapsible Yard Waste Can
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We would light several of these around camp and just stick them in the dirt. They work well.
BugBai® Mosquito Repellent 120 PCS Sticks
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Citronella candles are a must. We used this for many evenings before it was gone.
Coleman Outdoor Citronella Candle, Decorative
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Cooking & Meal Time

One of the more challenging tasks when camping!  Utilize items to make it easier and more efficient. 

 
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love the grill and griddle tops!
Cascade 3-in-1 Camp Stove
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Cutlery Set
Titanium 3-Piece Cutlery Set
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don't forget about doing dishes!
Outdoor Wash, Dry and Stow System
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Camp cooking essentials
Santoku Knife Set
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Can't forget about coffee!
Stanley Boil and Brew French Press | REI Co-op
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Great cook set that nestles together
Glacier Stainless Base Camper Cookset - Medium
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having a food prep area makes cooking easier!
Deluxe Roll-Top Kitchen
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Best way to start cooking
Plasma Flex Lighter
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Coolers

Keep those food and drinks cold!

 
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durable well insulated all purpose cooler
YETI Tundra 45 Cooler | REI Co-op
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maximize the space in the cooler!
YETI Ice Block | REI Co-op
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day pack cooler
YETI Hopper Flip 8 Soft Cooler | REI Co-op
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Excellent option for a wheeled cooler
YETI Tundra Haul Wheeled Cooler | REI Co-op
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backpack cooler for adventures
YETI Hopper M20 2.0 Backpack Soft Cooler | REI Co-op
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Camp Bathroom

Keep it clean!

 
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Find a place to hang it and you can wash off the day!
Solar Shower - 20 Liters
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dig a hole and instant privacy
GO Anywhere Total System
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Yes. Sanitize!
Organic Hand Sanitizer
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Essential for backwoods camping
E-Tool Folding Spade
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Gotta stay clean!
Wilderness Wipes - Package of 36
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TP for your pocket
Toilet Tissue - Package of 2
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Dig a hole and you're ready to go
GO Anywhere Portable Toilet Seat
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Privacy for a camp shower
Kelty Discovery H2GO Privacy Shelter | REI Co-op
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Emergency Kit

Essentials because you never know

 
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Everybody should have one in their car
Emergency Blanket XL
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Keep on hand incase you fall, get hurt, get separated
Whistles for LIFE Tri-Power Whistle | REI Co-op
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Hand warmers are good to have on deck
Ignik Hand Warmers - Multipack | REI Co-op
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Windproof and waterproof matches JUSt in case
Titan Stormproof Match Kit
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ponchos are good to keep on hand. you never know when you'll need it.
Heat-Reflective Poncho
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pocket size duct tape! So handy
Duct Tape
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SO important if you get cause in a storm
ER40 Emergency Crank Radio
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first aid kit is also a requirement
Weekend First-Aid Kit
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combat blisters
Moleskin Blister Dressing
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combat chafing
Original Anti-Chafe Cream 9 ml Packets - Package of 10
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relieve poison ivy irritation
Oak-N-Ivy Cleanser
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a lot of first aid kits don't have an emergency splint
SAM Splint - Regular
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bug bite stickers if camping with kids!
Bug Bite Relief Stickers
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Don't forget about sunburns
Aloe Vera After Sun Gel - 4 fl. oz.
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also a camping essential - just in case
Nail Clippers - Set of 2
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Bear Spray in the backwoods in a must
Bear Deterrent Spray - 8.1 fl. oz.
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Camping with Dogs

All the essentials to camp with your furry friends

 
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if it's hunting season, keep your dog safe
Ruffwear Lumenglow Hi-Vis Jacket | REI Co-op
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don't forget about dog first aid!
ADS Trail Dog First Aid Kit
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dog food and water dishes can be forgotten
Ruffwear Quencher Dog Bowl | REI Co-op
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keep the dog off the cold/wet ground
Ruffwear Highlands Dog Pad | REI Co-op
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trail shoes if it's sharp and rocky
Ruffwear Hi & Light Dog Trail Shoes - Pair | REI Co-op
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Needed especially if camping near a fast moving river!
Ruffwear Float Coat Dog Life Jacket | REI Co-op
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dog toy ball that lights up so you can find it!
GlowStreak LED Ball
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Make sure you can see/find your dog!
Nite Ize SpotLit Rechargeable Collar Light - Disc-O Tech | REI Co-op
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durable camp dog toys!
Lunker Toy
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durable camp dog toys!
Ruffwear Hydro Plane Toy | REI Co-op
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