We get it–sometimes it’s just hard to shop for other people. Let’s not overthink this. We at Wildsam have meticulously curated a list of gifts that hail from far off the beaten path. Whether they’re into road trips, the outdoors, or are obsessed with how the light hits their reading nook, these treasures from some of our favorite brands will put a smile on their face. And you know what–go ahead and treat yourself with something in here too.
BOOKS
1. WILDSAM PACIFIC NORTHWEST $24
Upstart breweries and pocket beaches, orca experts and record producers, lumberjack lore and shipwreck history.
2. WILDSAM NEW ENGLAND $24
Bookshops and lobster shacks, lighthouse keepers and fishing guides, maritime lore and colonial charm.
$100 AND UNDER
3. DS AND DURGA AUTO FRAGRANCE "ROADTRIP HITS" $60
Little Trees car air fresheners are classic, especially Royal Pine, but niche perfume house D.S. and Durga’s powerful auto fragrances have perfected the art of making your vehicle smell amazing.
4. TRAVELER’S COMPANY NOTEBOOK $55
The allure of leather goods is the handsome and unique patina that develops over time. This notebook is about as customizable as notebooks can get allowing a range of inserts, pockets, maps and paper refills throughout its lifetime. This will truly become a one-of-one heirloom.
5. SOUNDCORE NOISE CANCELING HEADPHONES $99
Countless noise-cancelling headphones are on the market. When it comes to bang for your buck, it’s hard to beat the Space One. 98% noise reduction. Five transparency levels. Up to 55 hours of playback
$400 AND UNDER
6. CADDIS SUNGLASSES $175
Terror is barreling down the road as the sun’s rays cloud your vision. Shine blockers are an essential piece of road equipment. Opt for the Hooper, a blend of style and function with polarized lenses that reduce 99.9% of glare without distorting digital screens.
7. LEATHERMAN ARC MULTI-TOOL $230
4.25 inches long. 8.6 ounces. 20 tools. Magna-cut steel. PVD coating. Bit drivers. Leatherman’s ARC is a first-class multi-tool knife fit for the most exciting adventures.
8. ALMOND SURFBOARD $399
It’s gotta be the shoes board. The Secret Menu is a short board made with recycled materials, perfect to tuck in a nook or cranny in your ride without taking up too much space, that’s built to take on serious waves
BIG SPENDER
9. AWAY THE LARGE: ALUMINUM EDITION $745
The biggest suitcase Away offers is stylish, with multiple compartments. Most importantly this thing can take a beating and hold plenty of clothes and various gear–roughly two weeks worth.
10. BEAN OFF-ROAD TRAVELER TRAILER $27,000 and up
Teardrop trailers are a simple way to dip a toe into the world of towables and RVS. Bean’s trailers are spacious, made with tough fiberglass, and have a lifetime warranty against leaks in the roof.
BOOKS
1. WILDSAM NORTHERN MICHIGAN $24
Farm stands and wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, lake life, long hikes and country afternoons.
2. WILDSAM BIG SUR $24
Sea creatures and legendary poets, redwood forests and winding roads, secret beaches and famed retreats.
$100 AND UNDER
3. NIGHT SKY PLANISPHERE $25
Stargazers in need of an aid to take in the wonders of the sky are sure to find this Night Sky reader handy. Its small size allows for it to be carried around with ease on a lanyard, bracelet or jacket zipper.
4. HYDRO FLASK INSULATED FRENCH PRESS $68
Hydro Flask’s tumblers and bottles have a reputation for their durability and insulative properties. Now the company has added a 32-ounce Frech press to its rotation for coffee lovers.
5. BIOLITE ALPENGLOW MINI LANTERN $40
The AlpenGlow mini is a compact lantern suitable for the outdoors offering 150-lumen LED lights that can display a range of colors. It also has an IPX4 rating, making it resistant to splashes and light rain.
$400 AND UNDER
6. OSPREY MANTA HYDRATION PACK $200
Terror is barreling down the road as the sun’s rays cloud your vision. Shine blockers are an essential piece of road equipment. Opt for the Hooper, a blend of style and function with polarized lenses that reduce 99.9% of glare without distorting digital screens.
7. SNOW PEAK PACK-AND-CARRY FIREPLACE $205
The campfire got a little simpler and more luxurious with this stainless steel portable fireplace manufactured and designed in Niigata, Japan. It’s lightweight at just under eight pounds and easily integrates with a range of accessories to take grilling to the next level.
8. RUMPL PUFFY BLANKET $130
This blanket is made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester shell and insulation and is water and stain-resistant. Not completely impervious to the grime and muck it’ll likely acquire in the outdoors. No sweat though, the Rumbl puffy blanket is machine washable.
BIG SPENDER
9. NOMAD GRILL & SMOKER $695
The NOMAD Grill & Smoker is basically a suitcase that transforms into a grill and smoker with advanced thermal tech. Versatile, tough and portable. This innovative take on cookware can be the star of the show at campsites, tailgates, the beach, your backyard. You name it.
10. IKAMPER SKYCAMP 3.0 MINI TENT $3,600
This two-person tent can attach to the roof of pretty much any daily driver from a truck to a compact car. It’s cozy, waterproof and designed for all four seasons.
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BOOKS
1. WILDSAM HUDSON VALLEY AND CATSKILLS $24
Art stops and antique shops, historians and filmmakers, small-town delights and Catskills wonders.
2. WILDSAM AUSTIN $24
Dancehalls and breakfast tacos, design icons and football coaches, swimming spots and live music lore.
$100 AND UNDER
3. TIP TOP COCKTAILS EVERYTHING BOX $99
When you’re in a pinch and just want a classic cocktail that can be served with simplicity, but hits all of those familiar negroni, old fashioned, or manhattan notes, Tip Top’s Everything Box is just what the doctor ordered. Literally. You know cocktails were invented as medicine, right?.
4. RITUALS INCENSE KIT $28
Good smells, better energy. The Rituals incense kit contains 12 Palo Santo incense sticks, two copal cones, 10 cedar ropes, and 3 pieces of Palo Santo wood, for home cleansing needs.
5. MALIN + GOETZ CANDLE $60
The high-quality skincare and fragrance company's candles are some of the best on the market. Try Cannabis (earthy, spicy, floral) or Vetiver (clean, citrusy smoky). The cheat code here is to reuse the thick and gorgeous vessel as glassware once the flame’s gone out. A two-for-one and win for sustainability.
$400 AND UNDER
6. MASIENDA TORTILLA STARTER KIT $115
One of the reasons the tacos at that fancy Mexican restaurant you love are so great is because they’re making tortillas with nixtamalized corn flour. Masienda’s starter kit gives enterprising home chefs all they need to make James Beard quality tortillas in their own kitchen.
7. PAWLEY’S ISLAND ROPE HAMMOCK $240
Good for a nap, some quality time with a book, or basking in the sun, hammocks are a pleasure at any home or campsite and Pawley’s Island has been making them since 1935.
8. SUAY SEW SHOP REMADE QUILTLET $280
Each of these patchwork quilts are made from Suay’s cutting table scraps and evolves into stunning fabric made of linen, flannel or khaki. Hand-designed and one-of-a-kind, it's sure to become a favorite blanket around the house.
BIG SPENDER
9. TIVOLI SONGBOOK MAX $600
Old school meets new school with the Tivoli Songbook MAX. This speaker features a retro design, built-in preamp, DAB/DAB+/FM radio and Bluetooth connectivity. It looks great inside the home, but with ten hours of battery life the Tivoli is a great option for trips too.
10. HEATH CERAMICS x CHEZ PANISSE DINNERWARE SET X 4 $1,000
Designed in collaboration with the iconic Michelin-stared Berkley cafe, Chez Panisse, this like of dinnerware pays homage to French elegance and California clay. A portion of the proceeds from each purchase supports the Edible Schoolyard Project, which aims to serve school-age children free and sustainable school lunch throughout the country.