You've been given a gift for Christmas...what is it?

[Wendigo]

Your family and friends know you're an avid lover of the Appalachian Trail, hiking and backpacking. So they've given you a gift for Christmas - one they know​ you will love. What is it?

[Old Hiker]

HA !!!!! Like THEY know or care what I want. I'm giving MYSELF a new LightHeart gear SoLong 6 in the colors I want !!!! 2 doors, awning, oh, yeah, baby!!!

[Mags]

A giftcard to a local outfitter. Because the outdoors person in question can buy what they really want rather than receive what a person thinks they want.

[kayak karl]

the last time somebody got me a backpacking gift it was a plastic egg carrier, 6 plastic tent stakes and a plastic hammer to pound them in, and 50' of yellow 1/4 inch rope.

[Gray Blazer]

Peace on Earth


...Hhhmmm ... Peace begins at home ...


PEACE ON WHITEBLAZE

[FarmerChef]

We've gone to publishing Christmas lists in our family. Much easier than having someone "guess" which 10lb sleeping bag would be just "perfect" for your hike.

Last year, Santa (in the form of my sister), got me lightweight Smartwool top and bottom plus a midweight Smartwool top. Mmmm toasty.

[Namaste]

I received one of those yellow plastic egg containers too and thought the person just didn't have a clue but appreciated the thought. I gave it to someone who car camps. I'm with Mags, a gift certificate to an EMS, REI whatever is best.

[Rasty]

I accidentally leave a note of what I'm looking for with the model number and where to get it! If they won't see the note then I accidentally email it to them. Otherwise I would get what Karl got.

[quilteresq]

A nice, but small camera. . . .

[Odd Man Out]

Since you asked.

http://www.elementalhorizons.com/kalaispack.aspx
http://www.enlightenedequipment.com/revelation.html
http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com...products_id=76
http://www.mountainlaureldesigns.com...products_id=55
http://www.rei.com/product/829852/th...ing-pad-womens

Or you can just send cash. Thanks

[Train Wreck]

the last time somebody got me a backpacking gift it was a plastic egg carrier, 6 plastic tent stakes and a plastic hammer to pound them in, and 50' of yellow 1/4 inch rope.

Karl,
How come I missed seeing you at the family reunion? I got the same stuff so We must be related

[moytoy]

They all know now not to get me gear. So they get me books that I've already read.

[Darwin13]

For christmas two years ago i received AND WAS GRATEFUL FOR (DONT GET ME WRONG) a synthetic EMS Boreal 20 degree bag that was OVER 3 lb. by itself and packed down to about the size of an asteroid. and 'hiking' shaving cream. now i do all my shopping and say thanks when its handed to me!

[Tuckahoe]

My niece, who'll be 10 in February, knows I like backpacking. Over the last couple years with her money that she has earned from her grades she has gone to Walmart and bought me things that she just knows I need. I have received camping matches, and a nice safety orange match safe. A combination safety whistle, magnifying glass, compass, and thermometer. Even Mountain House meals. I've treasured each and everyone and happily added them to my kit.

Some have forgotten the meaning of receiving a gift.

[colorado_rob]

Easy: REI gift cards. Keep 'em coming my dear family!!

[Darwin13]

but i'd take a Hammock Gear Cuben Fiber Tarp with doors, a new ultralight pack like one from gossamer gear, six moon designs, or ULA, anddd money to go anywhere on earth to walk.

[whatnot]

My son came home on leave from the Marine Corps and gifted me one of those plastic MRE spoons. I think it was his way of reminding me that no matter how wet or cold my hikes are, he has had it worse.

[oldbear]

A citizens eco drive divers watch would be great

[Train Wreck]

My niece, who'll be 10 in February, knows I like backpacking. Over the last couple years with her money that she has earned from her grades she has gone to Walmart and bought me things that she just knows I need. I have received camping matches, and a nice safety orange match safe. A combination safety whistle, magnifying glass, compass, and thermometer. Even Mountain House meals. I've treasured each and everyone and happily added them to my kit.

Some have forgotten the meaning of receiving a gift.

Aw, that's really sweet . Sounds like a good kid, take her on a day hike somewhere and use some of the stuff she gives you.
BTW, I don't think people have forgotten the meaning, just having a little fun with the topic.

[Dogwood]

A drug sniffing chocolate lab or Australian Border Collie puppy that I'll train to hike on the AT with and confiscate all the illegal drugs! I'll become a billionaire! Ok, maybe just a millionaire. Only kidding. Just say no!