The great outdoors. There is so much to be said for time spent outside. It’s healing. It’s restorative. It’s cold, but worth bundling for. A walk can do wonders. The sunlit trees, fresh air, sparkly waterfront, cotton candy skies. So much to appreciate. If you’re holiday shopping for someone who enjoys the outdoors – a camper, hiker, wanderer, stargazer, or an explorer of any sort, read on.
Red Barn Mercantile has an awesome Adventure Collection. You'll find an assortment of books, apparel, equipment, outdoorsy-themed pillows and puzzles, and an abundance of great national park items.
Explorer Kit, $29; Smokey The Bear Ornament, $22.50; Raccoon Ornament, $22.50; Grand Teton National Park Ornament, $28; Squirrel Ornament, $20; Explore Camp Flag, $69; Camp Little Notes, $17; Brass Compass, $29; Campfire Jellycat, $32; Camper Mini Pillow, $39; Olive Eye Paisley Bandana, $24; Campfire Stories, $14.95; Out There: A Camper Cookbook, $29.99; Picnic Knife, $40; National Parks Candle, $29; Paddle The Parks Magnet, $10; Moss Green Trout Hat, $42.
Penny Post is also rich with national park treasures, along with an assortment of nature-inspired notebooks, stickers, candles, calendars, puzzles, ornaments, and so many other lovely items. The Shenandoah art print has become a fast favorite with that backpacking black bear, beautifully representing our favorite National Park.
Stay Coo Pigeon Ornament, $20; Fox Ornament, $20; National Parks Notebook Trios, Field Notes, $18; Shenandoah Art Print (16x20”), $60; Birds Postcard, $3.50; Make It Happen Captain Sticker, $5; I Went Outside Today Sticker, $4; Forest Fireplace Matches, $26; Butterfly Sticker, $5; Christmas Tree Candle, $32; Expedition Notebook Trio, Field Notes, $18; National Parks Postcard Set, $24.
You’ll also find a darling collection of goodies for nature-loving kiddos over at Pippin Toy Co. A little toy treehouse, some antlers (great for the holidays and beyond), some animal-centric books and coloring books, woodland stuffies, pins, ornaments, and some supplies to have handy on outdoor adventures.
Main Photo: Fishing Bag, $62; Lion Shield, $22; Christmas Reindeer Ears, $8; National Parks of the USA, $30; We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, $19.99; Scout Uniform Ornament, $25; Girl Scout Ornament, $25; Plus-Plus Bumblebee Tube, $10; Hand Soap Sheets, $7; Outdoor Tent Pin, $8; Bird Embroidery Kit, $24; Ouch Pouch First Aid Kit, $14; Woodland Animals Clear Stickers, $4; Woody Bear Lying, $120; Color-in' Book: Little Cozy Critters, $8; Treehouse Toy Set, $36.
I hope this guide simplifies shopping for the adventurers in your life and perhaps inspires you to do some exploring of your own!
SEE ALSO: Midnight Merriment at Pippin Toy Co.