The Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Men
EDC knives, camp cooking gear, fire kits, and field-tested tools for the man who actually goes outside.
EDC knives, camp cooking gear, fire kits, and field-tested tools for the man who actually goes outside.
EDC: The Universal Outdoor Gift
Every day carry (EDC) tools are the most universally giftable outdoor items because they don't require knowledge of his specific activities. A quality folding knife, a compact multi-tool, or a reliable fire starter all translate across hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, and general preparedness.
The key word is quality. The outdoorsy guy will immediately assess the build of any tool he's given. Brands with reputation — Benchmade, Leatherman, Gerber, CRKT — signal that you did research. A no-name knife that won't hold an edge is worse than no knife at all.
Shop Outdoors & Gear →Camp Cooking: The Underrated Gift Category
Camp cooking equipment is one of the most consistently well-received outdoor gift categories. A GSI Outdoors camp mug set, a cast iron skillet that goes from home kitchen to fire grate, or a collapsible silicone cookware kit — these are gifts that get used every time he camps.
Cast iron in particular is a perennial favorite. Lodge makes the most gift-appropriate versions: affordable, pre-seasoned, and virtually indestructible. A 10-inch skillet is the right size for camp cooking for two. Pair it with a leather handle cover and a simple camp cooking booklet and you have a complete, thoughtful gift under $60.
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