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Just some things to help you have fun in the sun.
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Promising review: "Used it on a hike recently; tried different configurations as shown, with the drinking straight out of the river, and out of a wide-mouth bottle. The flow-rate through the LifeStraw is a little reminiscent of drinking a really thick milkshake, which is understandable considering the filter basically gets everything. When I filled up my Nalgene with water from the stream, I could see the sediment start to settle; I even made sure to get some with the straw just to see. Worked like a charm. You just need to remember to blow into it afterwards to clear out the straw." —Kingston
Get it from Amazon for $14.97.
Promising review: "I'm not a small person, and I wasn't sure how it would hold me, but this chair is wonderful. I have used it all over! I took it camping, I took it to the beach, and I even sometimes blow it up and use it in my living room while watching TV. The hardest part is getting out of it gracefully!" —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $38.98+ (available in 16 colors/patterns).
Promising review: "Thank you for making this beach bag! It is exactly as described. The outer pockets are roomy and deep enough to keep things like sunblock from falling out, and the bag itself has tons of room without being bulky. The mesh material keeps your things in, but helps you get rid of the sand so you don't bring home half of the beach. The straps are the perfect length and very comfortable, even when the bag is loaded down. I was able to get rid of the sand toy bag and the main beach bag to use only this one. So happy with this purchase." —Life is Short
Get it from Amazon for $16.95+ (available in 10 colors).
Need a soccer ball? Here's one.
Promising review: "This is a great size goal that’s very sturdy when constructed but easy to take apart and pack away. Ideal for taking to the park for practice or get two for setting up your own soccer matches. Material is all of a very high quality that’s well made and I like that it comes with metal loops so you can fasten into the ground for extra support. Great value for money, lightweight for transport and my kids love it." —Kate E Davis
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
SlimPickins Outfitters is a small business and the first Black-owned outdoor gear shop in the United States!
Get it from SlimPickins Outfitters for $9.
Promising review: "It's a fire grate — nothing fancy, but I've cooked many a meal on it, from grilling burgers and brats to using it to support my cast iron cookware for more complex meals. I can fit a 15-inch skillet and my dutch oven, or the skillet and a griddle for cooking breakfast. It folds easy for packing and has held up through multiple uses now." —Carl Shipley
Get it from Amazon for $33.99+ (available in four sizes).
Get it from Bespoke Post for $230.
Promising review: "Went kayaking on a bright summer day last weekend and not only did it keep me protected from the harmful sun, but it provided SO much shade. Incredibly stylish, too. I was skeptical about the hat being damaged or creased from packaging/shipping but it was perfect!" —Pberry
Get it from Amazon for $20.99 (available in 15 colors and styles).
Get it from Jungalow for $52.
Promising review: "I’ve had this speaker for two years and it still sounds and holds battery life like it did when I first purchased it. I’ve used it at the beach, in my shower, and even had a kid accidentally drop it in the pool, and it’s still in great shape. The sound is crystal clear and it’s surprisingly loud for how small the actual speaker is." —Alex Lipford
Get it from Amazon for $59.99.
Promising review: "This is the most AMAZING camping bed I've ever used, and I've camped my entire life. Not only is it up off of the ground, so my 36-year-old disabled ass doesn't have to cry every time I get in and out of my sleeping bag, my suitcase FITS UNDERNEATH THE BED. Then, there's the cot itself. Mmm...comfy. There's an included air mattress! But won't that just fall off of the cot? That's where the Genius of Coleman comes in, kids. They added a pocket made out of super soft microfiber material that feels like your favorite Grandmammy's sheets and zippers open to slide the PREMIUM COLEMAN AIR MATTRESS WITH DOUBLE AIR LOCK MAGICALNESS inside and then you ZIPPER IT SHUT AGAIN. But wait. There's more. HOW CAN THERE POSSIBLY BE MORE?! YOU'VE ALREADY GIVEN US SO MUCH, COLEMAN! MotherLoving Side Tables, Batman. They snap on right where you want them. With holes for all of your beverage-holding needs. And just enough room for a kindle, a phone, and an adult beverage." —LieslGeneva
Get it from Amazon for $121.15+ (available in twin and queen sizes).
Promising review: "Finally a good set at a reasonable price. My family enjoys playing bocce ball and this set filled our needs for a good set at a good price. I like the storage and carrying case. There are two sleeves that each set of bocce balls slides in to very nicely. I can now store them without worrying that balls will be lost in storage. This set got my family outdoors again — that's what I was looking for and I got it with this set." —jmart141
Get it from Amazon for $55.71.
Promising review: "Wonderful shoe for everything, hiking on even terrain, uneven terrain or hours-long walks on hard pavement. I injured my ankle last winter, and it's been a slow mend. When I wear these, nothing hurts either during or after. I have not found a single other shoe I can say that about, despite buying and returning over a dozen. I get to forget my feet and focus on the beauty or adventure of the moment. Even long periods standing have been fine, and that has been my biggest challenge in healing. Cannot recommend highly enough." —VDG37
Get them from REI for $179.95 (available in sizes 6–11 and two colors).
Promising review: "This double chair we purchased is perfect and we love it. The carrying case makes it so convenient to carry like a backpack. It’s very comfortable to sit in for two people, and our dog can lay across both our laps. It’s very sturdy. You will enjoy this purchase." —Angela Mauricio
Get it from Amazon for $99.97.
Promising review: "My friend has these and after watching him use them over the past 5+ years I bought a set. They're a solidly constructed set, very light weight and with the d-ring clip they are stored easily in camp or on the go. The only drawback I experienced was sometimes getting them on and off the D-ring as they catch on the notch and when all three are on the d-ring getting them to easily lay flat would take a little extra effort. The three utensils themselves work fabulously though!" —CanoeItAll
Get it from Cabela's for $22.99
Cascadia Coffee Roasters is a Portland, Oregon-based small biz run by Jason and Susan, an adorable husband-and-wife duo who create high-quality, adventure-ready instant coffee blends.
Promising review: "This is my favorite flavor of the instant collection. Great tasting, dissolves well, and super light-weight to throw into your pack (especially for those of us who won't bother with the hassle and weight of special coffee contraptions). I won't leave my sleeping bag without a cup!" —Colleen
Get a six-pack from Cascadia Coffee Roasters for $14 (also available in a pack of 20).
Remember, do NOT disturb any wildlife while exploring!
Promising review: "I use these for hiking, exploration, and just overall when I am camping or walking around somewhere and want to see things far away. I really think the compact size, and the quality of the image is unparalleled. Definitely worth the price for me." —Kyle Giffin
Get them from Amazon for $19.99.
Huppy is an Asian-owned small business on a mission to provide sustainable options for ~fresh breath~.
What you'll get: 62 tablets (available in two flavors) in a container color of your choice. You can even pick a minimal packaging option and store the tablets in your own container at home.
Promising review: "Couldn’t imagine giving up the toothpaste I grew up with, despite everything else in my household being organic or at least all natural and mostly environmentally friendly . Gave Huppy a try and loved it. Used two tablets and brushed away. Just one more small step to do my part. Thank you Huppy." —Andrew C.
Get them from Huppy starting at $12 (available for delivery every four months).
Rumpl is a Portland, OR-based small business that was inspired by warm and snuggly sleeping bags, and how much better the material retains heat compared to traditional bedding. The idea of a "sleeping bag blanket" was born, and Rumpl with it. They use only 100% post-consumer recycled materials, and are now recycling over 5 million discarded plastic bottles through their supply chain every year. They also offset all their carbon emissions with carbon credits!
The Rumpl blanket is also machine washable and dryer-safe!
Promising review: "We took this king-size blanket with us on our camping trip to New Zealand. At first I thought it might have been too overkill since it took up a lot of space in my luggage and a duvet was included in our camper van rental. But we ended up using this every night, enjoying the warmth and breathable comfort even on fairly warmly evenings. It was definitely large enough for two even with tossing and turning, we both had enough Rumpl to sleep well throughout the night. Great purchase, totally worth it." —Becca606
Get it from Amazon for $99+ (available in two sizes and five colors).
CatFlowerVintage is a small business! The paintings are handmade by the artist to order. And shipping is free!
Promising review: "Valerie was absolutely wonderful to work with! I sent a few photos and she was able to blend them perfectly to capture exactly what I was looking for. I looked around at several similar listings on Etsy and am so happy that I chose this one. It was a perfect gift and I highly recommend!" —hannward
Get it from CatFlowerVintage on Etsy for $110+ (available in three sizes).
Promising review: "I have two of these — one for myself and one for my girlfriend. We've used them on several 12-plus-mile-a-day backpacking trips now on and around the AT. We really look forward to sitting in these things after hiking all day. We cook and eat our dinners and breakfasts in these things and really enjoy relaxing in them drinking whiskey or coffee to end or start the day. They appear to be holding up well and I anticipate they should last several backpacking seasons." —Roth C.
Get it from Amazon for $119.95 (available in three colors).
Promising review: "I went camping this week, and I just hate when it's sooooo darn hot in the tent, and of course there's no place to put a fan AND a light. This one worked perfectly. It hung by it's built in hook to the top of the tent, the light was just right, and the fan was quiet and effective for a two-person tent. Happy I bought it." —Kevin Gaither
Get it from Amazon for $20.84.
This umbrella even has wind flaps so you stay EXTRA protected against any flying sand! It comes with stakes for security and a carrying bag for easy transport.
Promising review: "At the beach, the wind was fairly strong (around 8–10mph), but the Sport-Brella held up great for our weekend trip! I found that putting sand around the edges of the umbrella, to help support the anchors was helpful. The flaps that allow wind kept me shaded, cool, and breezy. I've used other cheap beach umbrellas that would have buckled under the wind gusts that we had today. It even rained for a few minutes, but my wife and I stayed nice and chill under the Brella. We loved it! We're the kind of folks who love to sit on the beach from 9 a.m. until the sun goes down and this made the beach THAT much more enjoyable." —Mark
Get it from Amazon for $59.99+ (available in two colors).
Promising review: "These LED string lights are easy to install, and make any outdoor area feel special. The wire and fixtures are well-made." —Jo Robinson
Get it from Amazon for $44.99.
Promising review: "These raised beds are very easy to assemble and are very sturdy after assembly. I have several of these beds and grow tomatoes, green onions, beets, and green beans. The raised beds are going on the fourth year of service and I have not had any problems with bowing of the sides. The amount of vegetables harvested from these raised beds is plentiful. I have been very satisfied with this product." —suzicutieee
Get it from Amazon for $81.17+ (available in two sizes).
Eco Wine Furniture is a Santa Barbara, California-based small business handcrafting gorgeous, high-quality furniture from reclaimed wine barrels mostly sourced from local wineries around the Central Coast Valley.
Get it from Eco Wine Furniture on Amazon Handmade for $219.
Promising review: "Not only looks good, nice luminescent touch, but my drive was surprisingly better. My buddies commented that my drives seemed more consistent and a little farther than normal. I have a hard time seeing a while golf ball so this distance plus is a must!" —Dwight A. Kaneshiro
Get a 12-pack from Amazon for $11.97.
The kit comes with a lid that functions as a plate, a deep bowl, a SnapBox Original food storage container, a SnapBox Oval storage container, a collapsable cup, a cutting board/strainer and a spork.
Promising review: "This is a GREAT addition to any long hike! The containers all tightly close and are lightweight enough to toss in a backpack. As an aside, I also used them to bring to work so it's great for everyday use as well!" —Barbara51472
Get it from REI for $29.95.
KiwiCo sends fun and enriching projects for all ages and interests to spark discovery and creativity in young minds, combining learning and entertainment into something they'll enjoy and benefit from.
What does it include? Depending on which subscription you choose (there are eight to pick), they'll receive a box with a carefully planned, hands-on project to keep their creative and curious minds busy. Not only that, but it's a great box for parents, guardians, siblings, and other loved ones to work on with the kids!
Get it from KiwiCo starting at $19.95/month.
Learn more about their crates and different age groups here!
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