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via GIPHY source: hulu.com L.L BEAN, IGLOO, FJÄLLRÄVEN Part One: Car trips across a country-America or abroad, are a summer tradition... getting humans, packed with the essentials- to peopled spots and the great outdoors. Essentials=luggage/carriers that are lightweight, durable, and multi-compartment/tasking -for shifting locales---hauls well and a lot - from the back seat to scenic motels-to friendly crash pads... And TSA tough enough for the inevitable airplane trip home -loaded down with souvenirs. For small stuff-city slick-day bags that can hit the trails... L.L. Bean Adventure Pro Bag  $89 (and matching duffel) made of super tear resistant 420 denier ripstop nylon coated water resistant polyurethane-zip top closure-padded laptop/fleece lined electronics compartments-ballistic nylon base protects interior stuff, 2 end pockets, three color options... tuck away back straps.... Igloo-has a series of patterned, insulated COOLER bags -that keep things ...

What to bring when the accommodations are more grungy camp Burning Man...and NOT the glammy Bahamian yachts that was paid for ( grrrrr) ... via GIPHY source imgur.com Portable inflatable hammocks...take a load off... WIND POUCH GO  $79.99 or  WIND POUCH Lite ™ $55.00 that weighs only 2.6lbs with a pop-up head rest...m ade with durable Poly-HEX™ hexagonal ripstop polyester.  GCI Outdoors have portable camping/beach chairs- but for those nosebleed views...get better comfortably-for humans up to 250 lbs via Bleachback Lumbar Stadium Seat  w/ handy pouch pockets-single buckle bench attachment...3lbs-folds up for carry with a shoulder strap. $30

Totally Bamboo, Camp Chef, Keurig, Espro, GSI Outdoors, Fiesta, Yeti Coolers, Igloo Cooler Bags Gift bearing guests are always welcome...and sure to guarantee repeat invites-bumped up gifts from the usual impersonal candle/fancy soaps/wine -especially geared towards hosts/hostesses...who like to conjure up meals-indoors/outdoors. via GIPHY  source reddit.com Totally Bamboo Tree of Life Cutting+Serving Board...sourced from wood from a rapidly growing tree-practical and great gift for the eco-minded. Also available-city series-feature maps of urban locales lazered on...as well as salt boxes, serving boards, kitchen accessories... cast iron pans /skillets...from  CAMP CHEF  are practical indestructible -our pick-in honor of   the 100th Anniversary of our National Parks -a limited edition set that includes a 6 quart 12" dutch oven, 12" cast iron skillet, and interchangeable lid . $74.99 Outdoor eating always tastes better-great gift for the grill mast...

Part 3 Gear Gifts for Camping Adventures... festivals, city rooftops-parking lots, park grounds...anywhere in the great outdoors When Hurricane Sandy knocked out the electro for our un-outdoorsey acquaintances...their need for outdoor gear (and portable power) took on a whole new meaning. No wonder brands that sell-design stylish- functional equipment for under the bright daytime skies and starry nights cooking-grilling, sleeping and hanging out-are experiencing a sales pump-up.  People of all ages are experiencing outdoor festivals, day treks and even multi-day backpacking-less as an episode of Survivor...and more tricked out for comfort/convenience.  Stuff for the outdoors... HAMMOCKS .. .Eagle Nest Outfitters ...colorful tough durable options...for single or double snugglers...for outdoor snoozes or apartment building rooftop BBQs... Barebones- is a well designed 'glamping' brand...the multi-tasking Ultimate Tool for Living Better Outdoors -gardenin...

via GIPHY Thirsty people---say hello to summer's higher temps -that bring out the need for hydration on the go---whether on a solo jaunt or the crowds all here party anywhere...there a lots of new options for drinking on the go. FITLETIC- makers of those race belts everyone seems to use (the best)...new perfectly shaped portable Hydration bottles...highly reflective color paneling ...on the left-adjustable hand strap, lightweight pouch on Hydra Pocket stores essentials like keys in stretchy breathable mesh upper, side against hand-smooth soft nylon with an ez grab tab for on the go access, and leak free bottle has easy flow sprout-BPA free and dish-washer friendly... AVEX OUTDOOR    AVEX FreeFlow and Fuse   insulated bottle in BPA-free  Eastman Tritan co-polyester or rugged powder-coat finished, double-walled, vacuum-sealed Capacitor Stainless™ steel. Featuring a AUTOSEAL tech and a metal cross-bolt lockout pin to prevent leaks , glove-friendl...