I love being out in the sun and under the stars. Is there anything better than being away from all the buildings, the cars, and the smog enjoying nature? I live for a good hike. Coming home with blisters and worn-out wool socks is worth it for the views of the top of the mountain. And if you’re like me, your bumper sticker reads, “I’d rather be hiking.”
The great outdoors makes for awesome memories. Some memories are on your phone, others are mental, and others are permanent marks on your body. Every hiker and camper knows scars are worn like badges of honor, and who cares if your cuts came from an incident with a thorny bush and not a mountain lion? You tell the story however you want, it’s our little secret. Just be sure to grab these 37 items before the next time you escape civilization.
Shelter Inside This Tent
Your camping trip will take a bad turn quickly if you don’t have shelter. This survival shelter ensures you always have some protection from the elements. Use it as a backup in case your main tent breaks or carry it with you on day hikes and be ready for anything.
Sleep In This Sack
You set out for a long day hike that should have ended at the main camp by sundown but you lost track of time exploring side trails. Thankfully, you’re always prepared for off-trail adventures and can sleep warmly in this emergency sleeping bag. You’ll be back at it again for the last leg when the sun rises.
Stay Sane on Road Trips with This Organizer
The kids love camping trips but they hate sitting in the car for hours while you get there. All you have to do is pack up this organizer with their favorite activities and set it up in front of them. No more kicking the back of your seat while you drive up the mountain.
Keep Your Hiking Buddy Hydrated with This Bowl
You carry a water bladder in your backpack and take sips without breaking stride. It’s easy to forget your four-legged hiking buddy needs water just as much as you do. Grab this lightweight, collapsible bowl and they’ll never go thirsty.
Always Carry a First Aid Kit
When you’re out in nature, injuries can happen. Be prepared to handle what nature throws at you with this 66-piece first aid kit loaded with hospital-grade medical supplies. Better to have it and not need it than the alternative.
Give Kids Something to Do with This Board
RV life is great. You hit the open road across states leaving the city behind to connect with nature. Your kids, however, may get bored in the back seat while you drive. Give them this board so they have something to do the entire trip.
Don’t Trash Your Car, Use This Can
If you’re like me, you’re hitting the trails every weekend you can. You spend a lot of time in the car getting to trailheads and you get back with tired shoes and empty trail mix and beef jerky wrappers. Get yourself this trash can and keep your car presentable.
Stay Comfy Outdoors with This Pillow
Road trips and campsites put you in touch with nature but your neck tends to miss the comforts of your bed and pillows. Take this memory foam travel pillow and give your neck a break.
Stop the Biking Pain with This Padded Seat
Cycling down the trails is exhilarating and you’re in it for the thrill. The pain of the bicycle seat is not so thrilling. Grab this gel bike seat and eliminate the pain while riding. You’ll only hurt if you wipe out while heading down.
Keep Your Food Cold with These Ice Packs
It’s great to head out to the lake for weekend relaxation but you have to keep the lunch and fruit you pack cool until lunchtime. Grab these ice packs and keep your food safe so you don’t wind up with smelly sandwiches.
Prevent Stalls on Road Trips with These Jumper Cables
Once you’ve left the highway and are in the middle of the desert or forest, you are on your own. You do not want to stall with no way of restarting your car. Grab this kit and be ready for road trouble.
Protect Your Seats on Road Trips with This Seat Cover
You got a dog to take with you on all camping trips. He spends so much time in the back seat you forget humans need to sit there sometimes. Grab this seat cover to keep your seats free of fur.
Give Your Kids Safety and Comfort on Their Bikes
Your kids are old enough to start riding their bikes on a few trails but you know those bike seats are painful. Don’t put them through that. Get this child gel seat and make sure they enjoy riding around with you.
Keep Water Bottles at Reach with This Pouch
There are few things more important when you’re on a hike than water. Get this pouch for your bottle and throw it over your shoulder so you always have water at your reach. It even comes with a few pouches for trail mix or an energy bar.
Use This Handlebar Tape and Get a Grip
You don’t want to lose grip on the handlebars when you’re barreling down the side of a mountain on a trail just wide enough for your bike. Grab this handlebar tape and stay in control of your two wheels.
Protect Yourself from the Elements with This Poncho
Sometimes you start your hike in the sun and the weather changes mid-trip without warning. Stick this poncho in your backpack and be ready for rain, wind, hail, anything.
Keep Your Baby at Ease with This Nursing Cover
You wanted to introduce your baby to the great outdoors early. Keep them relaxed and protected during nursing time with this cover. They will feel comfortable and you’ll have peace of mind that mosquitoes won’t reach them.
Capture Every Picture Moment with This Lanyard
If your favorite part about getting away is capturing great family moments, you want your phone always ready to snap a pic. This lanyard keeps it at reach without the need to fumble around with a pocket. When your kids are having fun, just grab the phone and snap away.
Stop Burning Your Fingers with This Electric Lighter
You’re not a hiking noobie anymore. Stop trying to light a campfire with a disposable lighter. This electric lighter doesn’t need lighter fuel, lasts way longer than normal lighters, and keeps your fingers away from the fire.
Brighten Up the Woods with This Solar Light
You gotta love the great outdoors! The majestic trees, beautiful wildlife, and the stars. But then there’s the darkness that prevents from seeing anything at night. Brighten up those camping trips with this handy, solar-powered camping light.
These Flashlights Will Light Your Way
Your smartphone can do many things but you don’t want to depend on its flashlight when you go hiking and camping. Grab this durable, tactical flashlight and never get caught in total darkness again.
Go In All the Caves with This Headlamp
Exploring everything there is to find in the outdoors requires all your limbs. Strap this headlamp to your head and you can use your hands to grip, climb, and make it through anything.
These Socks Will Keep Your Feet Warm in the Cabin
Staying in a log cabin in the woods is a lot of fun. It can also be really cold. Keep your feet warm with these slipper socks. Sit by the fire with warm feet and your favorite warm drink.
You Can’t Take the Bed But This Pillow Will Help
Just because you’re sleeping on the ground doesn’t mean you have to be uncomfortable. Grab this camping pillow and you’ll keep at least one comfort from the civilized world. You’ll thank me in the morning.
Keep Things Latched with These Carabiners
Is there anything the carabiner clip can’t fix? Okay, these carabiners are not meant for mountain climbing but they will keep all your accessories attached to your backpack, belt, vest, or jacket. Clip your water bottle to your backpack or secure your trusty pocket knife to your belt clip so it’s always at reach.
Snap Your Phone to Your Bike
Just because you can ride with no hands, doesn’t mean you should have them on your phone. Go hands-free while you’re riding so you can keep your hands on the bike when cutting through the trail.
This Mug is Perfect for Camping Trips
The only thing better than coffee is coffee in the great outdoors. Thanks to this coffee mug, you won’t need to use multiple containers to prepare your coffee. It’s perfect for road trips and camping. Simply pour hot water into the filter and let it do its thing.
Stop Losing Keys on Hikes with This Belt
When you hit the trail, you think your pockets will hold your keys and other personal things. To your surprise, this trail includes some rock scrambling and a stream crossing. Now your keys are heading downstream. Stop putting yourself in this situation and grab this belt to keep your personal items safe.
Get a Firm Grip with This Lotion
It only takes one slip-up to understand the importance of keeping your hands in the right condition for climbing. This grip enhancer provides an invisible layer that helps you hold on tight and leaves no messy residue.
Get On the Trail with These Hiking Poles
Hiking doesn’t have to be only a leg workout. Using hiking poles assists you by giving you added support and turns it into a full-body workout. These poles stand up to rough, uneven surfaces and may even keep you from losing your footing in a treacherous trail.
This Water Bottle Stands Up to Any Outdoor Adventure
This water bottle can go on any trail without any worry of breakage or leakage. It will wear each fall on the trail like a badge of honor. Take it with you on all your outdoor adventures.
Let Your Dog Lead the Way with This Leash
Your hiking buddy loves to hit the trail and you don’t want to lose him going after a rabbit or squirrel. This leash will let you stay in control so the two of you can enjoy the great outdoors.
This Ring Toss Game is Fun for All Campers
Every camping trip should have room for games. Set up this ring toss game and spend some time challenging your friends or your kids. You’ll bond for hours and have fun stories for the trip home.
Lounge by the Lake with This Towel
There’s quite nothing like a summer evening by the lake. Whether you’re taking a swim or just lounging around, it’s the perfect way to spend a weekend away from city life.
Conquer Outdoor Cooking with This Thermometer
Cooking over an open fire makes you feel primal. It also stresses you out that you may not cook things right. The last thing you want is food poisoning far away from civilization. Grab this digital thermometer and always serve a perfect piece of meat.
Keep on Swinging with This Hammock
Nothing takes relaxation to the next level like a hammock. It’s the simple feeling of knowing life is passing by while you swing in between two trees. Take this hammock on your next camping trip and you’ll see what I mean.
This Arm Band Keeps Your Phone Close During Trail Runs
This armband keeps your phone always at reach. This way you’ll be able to grab it quickly to take some pictures when you reach the summit of your hike. You’ll have a great shot to post once you’re back in the city and your phone gets a signal.