If you’re not an outdoor enthusiast yourself, it can be not easy to know what to give the campers in your life. Or maybe you love camping too, but can’t seem to think of anything worthy of gifting this holiday season. We’ve recently covered camping gifts under $50, so today we’ll share some of the best camping presents at any price point, from affordable stocking stuffers to luxury items worth splurging on. So without further ado, here are the best gift ideas to give any camping lover on your list this year. Let’s dive in!
A Canvas Tent
Starting off with a bang, consider gifting a canvas tent to your loved one! While this is no purchase to make on a whim, if you feel you know your loved one well, investing in a canvas tent for them is an incredibly generous gesture that won’t go unappreciated. Since synthetic tents are the most common type of tent in our modern age, it’s not unlikely that your giftee doesn’t own a high-quality canvas tent yet. There are many different styles of canvas tents, including wall tents, bell tents, and cabin tents, just to name a few of the most popular. Each style has its own unique benefits, but all canvas tents are considered luxury tents that have superior durability, weather resistance, and space compared to synthetic alternatives. When gifting something as large as a camping tent, you must know your gift recipient well, including what they might value in a camping tent.
Tent Accessories
If your loved one already has the canvas tent of their dreams, or you’re just not confident enough to make such a large purchase without consulting them first, opt for tent accessories instead! To gift a tent accessory successfully, it’s still important to know what kind of tent they have, at a minimum, to ensure whatever you get them is compatible with the equipment they already own. Here are some great accessories any camper will appreciate:
A Canvas Porch or Awning Extension
While most campers likely already own a tent, many won’t have a canvas porch or awning extension. These awesome additions to a tent enlarge a shelter and create extra covered space at camp. Whether you’re firing up a camping stove or just hanging out under the shade, porch, and awning extensions give campers more flexibility to enjoy nature while staying protected from the elements.
An Inner Tent
Most tents offer one large, open space to utilize. While this is perfectly suitable for many campers, it can be nice to divide up the space on some occasions. Gifting your loved one an inner tent gives them the option to do just that, allowing them to divvy up the inside of their tent. Whether it’s to enhance interior organization or provide privacy amongst family members, this is a unique gift that any tent owner will love.
A Tent Stove
If you’re looking for a more luxurious present to gift this season, consider a tent stove. Wood-burning tent stoves are multi-functional appliances used to heat canvas tents, cook meals, and provide a cozy ambiance inside camping tents. Just make sure they already own a tent that’s compatible with stoves for their safety. If a stove is a little out of your budget, or your giftee already owns one, opt instead for tent stove accessories like a heat mat, stove rake, firewood log carriers, or marshmallow roasting sticks.
A Fabric Repair Kit
For a more practical gift, you can’t go wrong with a fabric repair kit. The reality is that the natural elements of the outdoors will eventually cause wear and tear on even the highest-quality tents. Repair kits often go overlooked when packing for a trip, resulting in a scramble to gather the right supplies and fix tent damage on-site. With a fabric repair kit on hand, your loved one can easily patch a hole or tear in their tent or tarps, without any added stress. Plus, this gift makes a great stocking stuffer!
A Bundle of Spare Supplies
While we’re on the subject of practical gifts, it never hurts a camper to have spare supplies when out in the wilderness. Smaller supplies, like tent stakes, for example, can easily get misplaced, or become damaged and rendered useless. Bundle together a few essential pieces of gear, like tent stakes, guyline ropes, pole end caps, or even extra tent poles for whatever tent they own.
Canvas Tarps
A great non-shelter item to have around camp is a high-quality canvas tarp. Tarps are one of the most versatile pieces of gear an outdoorsman can own. Whether you’re using it as a tent footprint, dragging equipment around camp, or building a shelter, there is no shortage of creative and functional ways to use a tarp. We love opting for canvas when gifting tarps because they’re extremely durable, water-resistant, and a bit higher quality than the alternatives.
An Outdoor Dog Bed
For the outdoorsy friend who has pets that love to adventure, consider gifting them an outdoor dog bed. There’s a good chance that your loved one brings the same bed their dog uses at home out to camp. While there’s nothing wrong with that, it’s always nice to have a piece of gear that’s solely dedicated to camping trips. It can be a pain to throw the bed in the wash immediately after an adventure, while the pets wait patiently on the hard floor for their bed back. We love this gift because it shows your gift recipient that they and their furry friend were on your mind this holiday season.
Remember: They Can Never Have Too Many Functional Items
When thinking of what to gift the camper in your life, it’s helpful to remember that there’s no such thing as having too many functional items. While practical gifts like spare tent stakes and canvas tarps may seem boring on the surface, they’re presents that are guaranteed to be put to good use, and your camping friend will thank you when they have everything they need to create a successful campsite. Plus, these kinds of presents show your loved one that you’ve put real thought into their gift, considering the day-to-day realities of tent camping. You may not be an outdoorsman yourself, but after reading this guide, there’s no doubt you can find the perfect camping presents for every outdoor lover this season. Happy Holidays!
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