Gifts for Backcountry Campers

The New Trailside CookbookThe New Trailside Cookbook is an essential cookbook packed with easy, lightweight, high energy, gourmet recipes and comprehensive outdoor cooking information for hikers, day-trippers, canoeists and wilderness campers written by Kevin Callan and Margaret Howard.

Bushbox XL StoveThe Bushbox XL stove is the largest stove in the Bushbox family, and features a fully connected, collapsable structure: all parts (including bottom tray and ash pan) stay connected, and fold flat into the stove when not in use. The Bushbox XL can support large pots and pans, and can use twigs, leaves, pine cones, and other organic matter as fuel - perfect when on longer outings where packing fuel can be cumbersome.

Trangia 25-1 UL/GB/SB CooksetThe limited edition 25-1 UL/GB/SB cookset offers flexibility for cooking setups and styles, as it comes with 2 burners: Trangia's alcohol burner, and Trangia's gas burner (for isobutane). The 25 -1 kit has two saucepans (1.75 and 1.5 litre), a 22 cm frying pan, windshields (upper and lower), a pan grip and a strap. 50% stronger than ordinary aluminum, and as light as titanium, Trangia's UL series are lightweight, compact, and portable.

Complete Guide to Winter Camping 2nd EditionWinter camping is a burgeoning activity in Canada, and Kevin Callan's Complete Guide to Winter Camping 2nd Edition provides information and tips on every aspect of snow and ice fun and safety including advice on setting up shelters, choosing sleep systems, warm clothing, how to track animals, check ice thickness, operate a snowmobile and even catch a fish while winter camping - a down to earth, easy to read guide for the novice and seasoned pro alike.

Helle Kletten Kebony Folding Pocket KnifeThe Helle Kletten Kebony, like the original Kletten, is designed as an every day carry folding pocket knife, but uses newly developed Kebony wood (wood stabilized with waste biomass) that provides dark coloured, hardwearing scales.

Helle Raud M Folding KnifeThe Helle Raud M is a medium sized folder, that is smaller than the Bleja, but larger than a Kletten - suitable for adults with small hands, or those looking for a three - four finger, compact, folding knife.

Palisade Attachable Portage PackAdd additional storage to your canoe pack, or keep important gear at your fingertips with the Palisade Attachable Portage Pack.

Helle Tollekniv KnifeThe Helle Tollekniv is traditional, no-frills Scandinavian knife that serves well as a multi-purpose belt knife. It features a 104mm long blade with a triple laminated stainless steel blade.

Ivanhoe Men's Merino Long Sleeve UnderwoolIvanhoe Men's Merino Long Sleeve Underwool is a lightweight (160 g/m²) 100% merino wool base layer designed specifically for men that wicks moisture away from the skin while helping to retain body heat - can be worn on it's own or as part of a layering system. Made in Sweden.

Bushmen ULTRALIGHT Tarp The Bushmen Ultralight 3x3 (10'x10') tarp is consructed from 100% waterproof ultralight 15D silnylon with a micro rip-stop weave, and features loop reinforcements that are hot welded, thereby creating a strong, permanent bond with the with the silicone layer. Great for hikers, solo canoeist and campers, the Bushmen Ultralight tarp packs up small and light - coming in at one pound (480g). Made in Poland.

Exped Dura 5R Sleeping MatExpeds Dura 5R sleeping mat is the complete trifecta you need for all your overnight outings-- durable, light weight, and warm. Offers an R value of 4.8, and features Expeds Synmat technology and recycled 75D/170D ripstop face fabric. Schnozzle included for easy inflating.

RBW Modular Shoulder StrapsRBW's Modular Shoulder Straps are replacement straps designed for use with their "Heritage Line" of packs (Voyageur, Coureur, and Wanigan Harness).

Gransfors Bruk Leather WaxGränsfors Bruk Leather Wax is made from 100% raw natural ingredients, and is designed to care for and make leather sheaths water-repellent, thereby extending their lifespan. Made in Sweden.