Gift-Buying Guide for the Outdoors Lover

by Sr. Editor on August 11, 2008

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If you have a loved one in your life that just adores spending time in Florida’s great outdoors, gift buying can be a real snap. If you’re looking for the perfect present, you’ll find the options for the outdoors type are almost endless. Just log on to the Internet for some online shopping or visit some local sporting goods stores and the prospects will start coming at you so fast, you won’t be able to decide!

a picture of an outdoor hammock

Photo by: Amos Moses Griffin

So, what can you look for that will make your lover of the outdoors really smile? Here are 10 popular ideas for outdoors lovers and sporting fans:

1. A backyard hammock – This is a great way to help your friend or loved one enjoy some “me time” in the great outdoors even while at home. If your friend lives in Tampa apartments, consider getting a hammock with its own frame. Not everyone has trees located in the right spots for hanging a hammock.

2. A GPS wristwatch – When it comes to gift ideas that are perfect for outdoors types, a GPS wristwatch can be ideal. These will help ensure your loved one never gets lost while traipsing through Green Swamp, the Ocala National Forest or in parkland elsewhere.

3. Bike trunk rack – this is a perfect present for an outdoors type who likes to take the show on the road. Go to REI online to get more info on this useful bike gadget.

4. Fish finding sonar – Fishing might be one of Florida’s top pastimes. To help your special someone get in on the action, a sonar can be a great purchase.

a picture of a waterproof camera

Photo by: Vincent Leclerc

5. A camera – Outdoors types always love cameras to help them record what they’ve seen and done. Consider a water resistant or waterproof model for Florida’s wet and humid climate.

6. A portable shower – If camping is on the agenda, this is an excellent gift to give the outdoors type. After all, nothing beats a shower after a hard day of traversing the wilds of Florida – especially in the summer! Check online for info and prices of portable showers and tents.

7. A mosquito repellent – These little devices come in handy for backyard barbecues and long hunting or camping trips. Florida has some rather pesky mosquitoes, but these devices can keep them at bay.

8. Solar powered gadgets – There are tons of different solar powered gadgets available that are perfect for the high-tech outdoors type. From alarm clocks to barbecue grills, these devices are generally portable and perfect for use when there isn’t electricity available.

a picture of night vision binoculars

Photo by: April Westervelt

9. Night vision binoculars – Florida’s outdoors look a great deal different at night. This gift will help your loved one see the “wildlife” that comes out after the sun sets.

10. Bass fishing Monopoly – This is great for those days when Florida’s weather just isn’t cooperating for a big fishing trip. When it comes to creative gifts that fit the outdoors theme, this one is hard to top. Check it out at Bass Fishing Monopoly at Boardgames.com.

Finding the perfect gift for the outdoors type isn’t all that difficult. One of the best ways to land some of the most creative gifts is to get on the Web for some serious online shopping. You’ll find the gift ideas are almost endless.




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