These won't all fit in a stocking, but you get the idea. A few small-ish, less expensive "Mom, here are a few things I might actually use" gifts.
Tiffen UV Filter
Just do it. It's not worth breaking a lens, I know, I've done it.
$
9.78
Yosemite National Park Gaiter
Detailed map of Yosemite on a gaiter. Incredibly helpful if you get lost...in Yosemite. Is that a lake, or a sweat stain?
$
15
iMo Padded Camera Neck Strap
Spice up your strap game with with photography-minded features and added padding for carrying heavier cameras. Plus, it looks great.
Spice up your strap game with with photography-minded features and added padding for carrying heavier cameras. Plus, it looks great.
$
29
GSI Outdoors Pioneer Mug
It's a $5 camp mug that will last you a lifetime. You don't *really* need all titanium cookware. Just get in better shape.
$
4.95
Sunski Treeline "Glacier" Glasses
A much less expensive alternative to traditional glacier glasses
I've had a pair of these for a long time, and while I own a pair of more 'heavy duty' glacier glasses, I don't want to look like I'm climbing Everest all the time. The Treelines offer a nice blend of that side-angle sun protection without looking like you're Reinhold Messner. They're great for spring ski touring, winter hiking, and the sides pop off if you want to change it up a bit to wear around town.
$
89
MSR Alpine Kitchen Knife
Ok, this is actually a great addition to any car-camping kit.
$
9.95
Redwood National Park Candle
To remind you of what the outdoors were like while you're in lockdown.
$
36
Wild Barn Sunshine Brigade Blend
Yeah, you might be a little hungover from the campfire conga line... but fear not! All you need now is to fill your tin cup with liquid gold and start your adventure.
$
15.5
Jaybird Tarah Pro Wireless Headphones
I use the ones with a cord, because I know I am *significantly* more likely to lose them otherwise.
$
99.99
MSR TrailShot Microfilter
Filter your water while working on your grip strength.
Filter your water while working on your grip strength. The filter weighs in at only 5.2 oz, and takes up hardly any room in my running vest or backpack. I'll have to grant that the squeezing can get tiring after a while -- but I think I would only bring this when I don't need to filter large quantities.
$
49.95