2016 Gift Guide: Outdoor Activities
Get out. No, really. Set the device down. Step away from the mouse. Go outside. It’s good for you.
Waaaaiiiittttt!
Put that on pause until you finish reading this! Whether you are like us (anxiously awaiting spring) or live in a warmer climate (we’re a wee bit jealous), we have a variety of gift ideas for various ages in a range of prices. From activities to games, running, biking or some other sport or simply planning to BE outside, there is something for everyone on this list.
So take a few minutes to peruse this and our other gift guides, bookmark them for when you are ready to shop then make plans to go get some fresh air and exercise.
Be sure to check out the logo to learn more about some of the products and brands we’ve written about in the past.
Snowboogie Air Thunder Board
Wham-O
Snowboogie® Air Thunder is a single rider foam sled with a super slick bottom and convenient handles.
Approximately 40″ Long, Aerodynamic Snow Boogie shape, patented sled design looks as good as it performs, Crescent-tail design locks body into position for superior control, Dual trigger control with auto shut-off safety feature Super lightweight and easy to carry back up the hill for another run.
ZB Freestyle Board
Tucker Toys
Tucker Toys ZB Freestyle® Board, recommended for ages 8 and up, is the only freestyle board designed for more than smooth, paved outdoor surfaces. The ZB Board can be used indoors or outdoors on any hard surface, from grass and dirt to driveways and floors – even the living room carpet (adult permission required!)
Vantage Tent
E-Z UP
Whether you have kids in sports, set up at flea markets, attend outdoor events or just want to hang outside, an E-Z Up Vantage tent is a great tool to have! Compete, sell, promote or relax your way in cool style with the new Vantage™ Instant Shelter®. Available in 8 NEW vibrant color combinations to separate you from the pack in any application. With a cross truss reinforcing inside and upgraded components throughout, the Vantage’s durability allows you to focus on the task at hand…or on nothing at all. And the all-new upgraded roller bag ensures transporting the Vantage Instant Shelter is E-Z, stable and secure.
KUBB
Tactic Games
Kubb is a popular outdoor game internationally, that is now arriving in the U.S. The object of the game is to knock over your opponent’s wooden skittles by throwing sticks at them. Be the player to knock over all of the skittles and the King to win. However, be careful because if you knock over the king before all of the other skittles, your opponent will win.
Dynamic+ Running Socks
CEP
This unique combination of the finest merino wool and polyamide fibers results in a product that is perfectly suited for outdoor sports. Merino wool can respond to changes in body temperature and warm or cool it as needed. The fabric also absorbs, stores and wicks moisture from your body so your skin stays pleasantly dry even on long excursions.
CNOC Starter Bicycle
Islabikes
This delightful little starter bike provides an excellent introduction to cycling for any child. A kid’s bike with beautifully scaled-down components and a light weight ensures learning with confidence and safety.
Available in a variety of sizes!
Street Shots Racers
Blip Toys
Where blasters and vehicles unite for the ultimate in targeting and high performance challenges. The Street Shots blasters fire your vehicles fast, far and extreme at scale speeds of over 500 MPH. Use the included accessories to launch your vehicles up walls and over furniture. The future of racing is a blast!
BB Gun
Daisy
The Daisy 1998 is a classic-style BB repeater with a saddle ring and pink leather saddle tie, making it ideal for female adolescents. The 1998 features a blade-and-ramp front sight and adjustable open rear sight, improving your accuracy with every shot. The 0.177-caliber 1998 offers a maximum velocity of 350 feet per second and a capacity of 650 shots. The BB rifle is recommended for ages 10 and older with adult supervision, making the 1998 an excellent training model.
EZ Grip Balls
Tucker Toys
Tucker’s E-Z Grip™ Play Ball is the ultimate ball offering high bounce and super grip. It features a soft but tough outer web that makes catching it easy for any hands.
Also available are the The E-Z Grip Football, The E-Z Grip Junior and The E-Z Grip Soccer Ball. All E-Z Grip Balls are: Fun for preschoolers, grade schoolers and teens alike! Special needs approved – perfect for ANY kid! Bounces on grass, sand, water and almost any surface! Great for family play that includes all ages.
Just Add Sun
Griddly Games
Just Add Sun is a “hot” new solar oven that uses the sun’s energy to heat up tasty treats. The product includes directions to melt s’mores, make nachos, or even cook an egg, among many other activities that all use the power of the sun. With the Just Add Sun Solar Science and Art Kit you can learn how solar energy works and eco-friendly energy alternatives. See how the energy of the sun can be used for heating and cooking, and experiment with light, heat transfer, reflection, and more! Griddly Games has even included ‘upcycle’ items to create fantastic art!
Some of the items featured here will be included in our 100+ Days of Giveaways so keep watch at 3pm each day when the newest giveaway goes live. Hopefully something to inspire you and your family to get outside and play and will help you cross something off your holiday shopping list.
Those are some great ideas. Unfortunately for me I am not an outdoors person in the dead of winter. However, I do know lots of people who are and would love a couple of things off this list.
This guide has a lot of nice gift ideas , looks as if also covers a lot of age ranges also, Thank you
These all look like great gift ideas.The ZB Freestyle Board looks like fun and my son would love it.
I’ve never heard of a snowboogie board but I think I need one to go to Big Bear with!
These are all great gifts! My youngest who is 5 is all energy, no Legos or sit down toys for him. He is constantly in motion and this is his kind of gift guide, thanks!
These are some awesome gift ideas. I keep telling hubby I want a three bike so I can go back to bike riding again.
These look like great gifts! I have to admit that I am not much of an outdoor person, but I think there are a couple things on this list that I could go for!
That Snow Boogie looks fun. Things like that are a part of the very few things I did like when we lived up north. 🙂
Plenty of good gift ideas
I like the EZ ball! I have two young sons who are just learning to throw and catch so that sounds perfect! 🙂
KUBB sounds like a fun game! I’m glad it’s making its way here, I can’t wait to try that!
I’m glad to see you included things that didn’t require snow. We usually don’t get any down south.
Great guide! I think that ZB freestyle board looks like fun, though dangerous.
that kubb games looks interesting
What a great list of gift ideas. I love the pink Daisy BB Gun. My granddaughter would love that. The KUBB Tactic Games looks really fun too.
I like those running socks, but I’m more of a stationary person, will they be as comfortable. I’m kidding, gotta get me some
Those socks I like also They would be nice also to wear around my apt when I’m doing rhings
Thank you so much
Love the sweet CNOC Starter Bicycle!
all these items are on my must list i want all of them i wish i could afford them
So many great things listed here, I really like that Vantage Tent that is listed. We would get a lot of use out of that during the summer months.
I want several of those products listed they are great ideas for gifts
My husband would love the Street Shots Racers. Great gift guide!
Wow love all these idea great gifts to give all year round.
We would enjoy the BB gun & street shots racers most.
ALL of these are great FUN gifts!!
I have to go with the CNOC Starter Bike. I have a little granddaughter who would love this and to learn how to ride one!
I want the Thunder Board with the Vantage Tent attached. I’m probably one of the few people that have sun burned sledding… :p
Not to mention that I think my family would love the thunder board… we love to sled!
Wonderful gift ideas list! Recommending bike for a gift – for people who like to take care of their bodies and souls!