Hunting and Fishing News Blog Articles

Late in the spring, every year, we get a chance to do what we should do more often—recognize our mothers for all they’ve done, all they do, and all they will do. But sometimes it's hard to find a gift that fits the occasion. If you’re looking for a unique Mother’s Day gift with an outdoor theme, or simply want to break away from gifting the traditional bouquet of flowers, here’s a short list of fishing- and hunting-related gifts that are sure to bring out smile. Get mom something nice and let her know how much she’s appreciated.

There’s something to be said for simplicity. If there’s a way to get gear from point A to B in an easy-to-use tote, any mom will be all for it. That’s what you get with the new Yeti Camino. Made from the same thick-skin shell as their soft-sided coolers, this bag is puncture and abrasion resistant. The mouth is huge which makes getting gear in and out of the bag a cinch, and the molded waterproof bottom keeps the contents upright and dry. If there’s not enough room inside for all she needs to carry, there are fabric loops on the outside to attach anything with a carabiner. This is simply a great bag for carrying any and all items that don’t have a home—a towel, Rambler of margaritas, sunscreen, and Bluetooth speaker for an afternoon on the beach, for example.

Spring weather can be fickle—sometimes it feels like winter isn't quite over, or summer is coming on a little early. But if mom has a lightweight jacket that insulates without making her overheat, she's prepared for nearly anything. Patagonia's Nano Puff Jacket fits that bill perfectly. It's a thin, light (10 ounces), comfortable outer layer that uses the company's PrimaLoft Gold Eco insulation for a good warmth-to-weight ratio. The outer layer is a recycled ripstop fabric that's treated with Patagonia's proprietary Durable Water Repellent (DWR) finish, which can repel light rain. There's a drawcord hem, two zippered pockets, internal chest pocket, and zipper garage to prevent chin chaffing when it's all the way up.

In most cases, sunglasses are one of those items you typically have to try before you buy. However, there are a few select designs that compliment nearly every face they adorn. The Canna frames from Maui Jim happen to be one of those styles. The acetate frames have a classic cat eye look and feel that was popular in the 1950s and '60s, and the super-thin lenses are polarized glass (not polycarbonate) with a UV protective coating. Available in five different frame and lens color combinations, and in prescription strengths, the glasses come with a hard storage case and lens cloth.

More and more outdoor companies are understanding the need to design products with women in mind, and not simply downsize an existing model and say it's for ladies. Case in point is the Huntress Hunting Pack. ALPS says it started from scratch and designed the contoured shoulder straps, waist belt, and frame to accommodate a woman's figure. The pack is also vented to prevent back sweat, features a drop-down weapon pocket for a bow or rifle, it's large enough (2,200 cubic inches) to carry lots of gear, and there's space and ports for hydration bladders. It weighs just 2 ¾ pounds empty and includes a blaze orange rain cover.