Over the past few years, I've collected a lot of really awesome camping and hiking gear. It doesn't get used nearly enough, but it's been tested enough to share confidently.
I love this jacket for regular life even more than camping and hiking. It's warm but not too warm.
REI Co-op Trailmade Insulated Hoodie - Women's | REI Co-op
This jacket is a go too this time of year. The sleeves are really long for some reason. But it is warm without being too bulky.
Patagonia Nano Puff Insulated Hoody - Women's
These Altra Lone Peaks are in heavy rotation even when I'm not hiking. The zero drop makes me feel more grounded.
Altra Lone Peak 9 Trail-Running Shoes - Women's | REI Co-op
These are super comfortable for hiking and actually, also sleeping. I have about 4 pairs of these!
The North Face Aphrodite 2.0 Pants - Women's | REI Co-op
This REI sun shirt is just as sturdy as the Arcteryx one I have, but a lot less expensive.
REI Co-op Sahara Shade Hoodie - Women's | REI Co-op
I really never understood vests before menopause because I was always hot. But now, I am hot then cold then hot then cold and super glad I have this one.
REI Co-op 650 Down Vest - Women's | REI Co-op
These are cozy and warm. I have a blue one and a black one!
REI Co-op Flash Hyperstretch Fleece Jacket - Women's | REI Co-op
This really does help with smoke. We started bringing this camping with us because we got spoiled by the smokeless fires at home! Be careful though, because there are a lot of accessories that you can get for it and they are addictive.
Yukon Smokeless Fire Pit: A Clean and Efficient Fire Experience
These are the coziest pants I have ever had. So cozy, I bought 4 pairs of them.
This sleeping bag is super light and cozy. I used it for winter camping and was warm enough, combined with a sleeping pad
Flicker UL Wide Quilt Sleeping Bag
This is a really light tent and surprisingly sturdy. It's even lighter if you split it up between two people…
Big Agnes Copper Spur UL3 Tent | REI Co-op
Super light and sturdy. It still feels like you're sleeping on the ground, but I can only imagine what it would be like without it…
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad | REI Co-op
Another version for when it is really cold out
Therm-a-Rest NeoAir XTherm NXT Sleeping Pad | REI Co-op
These stoves work really well and quickly and are light enough for backpacking. I also use it to make coffee even when we're in the camper because it boils water really quickly.
WindBurner® Personal Stove System
This backpack is really sturdy. It's not ultralight, but it's pretty comfortable.
Osprey Eja 48 Pack - Women's | REI Co-op
Really easy water filtration. Smart Water bottles work well with it this one.
Squeeze | Sawyer Products
I started buying these when I was doing low carb, but they are really good so I keep buying them!
Lunch & Dinner
This umbrella is a game changer when it is sunny and hot even more than when it is rainy.
Silver Shadow Carbon Trekking Umbrella
Having a nice chair to sit down in at the end of a long hike is an awesome luxury. And this chair is super light.
Helinox Chair Zero | Free Shipping & 5 Year Warranty
This little pack is the perfect size for day hikes and bike rides.
Aerios 18 Backpack
Camping with this little guy is pretty luxurious. There is a kitchen that pulls out of the back part… and a TV inside :)
