This year’s holiday gift guide features top picks for outdoor enthusiasts, including hunters and fishermen. For hunters, standout items include Columbia’s Arctic Crest and Sherpa jackets, Spypoint’s Force 48 camera, and the Yeti 1-liter French press. Fishermen can benefit from the Pro Guide Rapala tool set and the Latulippe fly tying kit. Each item is designed to enhance outdoor experiences, making them perfect gifts for adventure lovers.
Each year, I embark on the quest to discover the perfect Christmas gifts for those who love fishing, hunting, and outdoor adventures. Here’s a curated list of top picks to inspire your holiday shopping!
Top Picks for Hunters
According to Jimmy Giguère from Latulippe, here are some exceptional gift ideas for hunters:
Columbia is renowned for its high-quality apparel, and this year they feature two impressive winter jackets:
The Arctic Crest jacket is a down-filled masterpiece that utilizes solar insulation technology inspired by Arctic wildlife, ensuring warmth even in the harshest climates.
Price: $299.99
The Arctic Crest Sherpa offers similar warmth and includes practical features like zippered pockets, durable overlays, and a cozy fleece-lined hood.
Price: $119.99
Next up is the Spypoint Force 48 hunting camera, which boasts a remarkable 48 MP photo resolution and 720p video with sound. With a lightning-fast 0.5-second trigger speed and an impressive detection range of 80 feet, it captures up to five photos per detection. The SD card can hold up to 512 GB and requires 8 AA batteries (not included). An installation strap is included for easy setup.
Price: $99.95
For coffee lovers, the Yeti 1-liter French press is a must-have, allowing you to brew perfectly balanced coffee whether you’re at the cottage, camping, or relaxing at home.
Price: $145
The Wild-Life skinning kit from Outdoor Edge is an essential companion for any hunter. Crafted from high-carbon stainless steel 420j2 blades with rubberized handles for a reliable grip, this kit includes a small skinning knife, gut hook knife, filleting and boning knife, sharpener, cleaning gloves, all housed in a sturdy polypropylene case.
Price: $59.95
Don’t overlook the compact Yeti Roadie 15 cooler, perfect for ATV rides, kayaking, and various outdoor escapades. Its dimensions are 16.5 inches high, 16.6 inches wide, and 14 inches deep.
Price: $300
For those who enjoy outdoor cooking, whether over a campfire, for BBQs, or at home, consider the new Yeti cast iron pans. Designed for versatility, they work on various stovetops and are molded in the USA with a smooth, pre-treated finish.
Starting at $200
Essential Gear for Fishermen
For fishing enthusiasts, Jimmy has some fantastic recommendations:
The Pro Guide Rapala tool set is an invaluable addition to any fishing kit. It features a 15 CM Soft Grip filleting knife with a secure grip, finger guard, double-edged blade, ultra-sharp inner blade for precise cuts, a matching sheath, and a sharpener. Additionally, it comes with scissors designed for cutting braided line, stainless steel blades, a digital scale with a capacity of 50 lbs or 35 kg, and a system to weigh fish in a container.
Price: $109.95
For those interested in fly fishing, the complete Latulippe fly tying kit is perfect for beginners. This comprehensive set includes everything needed to tie iconic flies like the black Wolly Bugger, Mickey Finn, and Montana Stone, complete with a beginner’s tying guide and hair equalizer.
Price: $179.95