Five Star Gift Ideas

For your nature-loving granddaughter who enjoys backpacking and hiking, there are several thoughtful and practical gift ideas that she will surely appreciate. Consider these options:

1. High-Quality Backpack: A durable and comfortable backpack is an essential item for any backpacker or hiker. Look for one with plenty of compartments and features designed specifically for long hikes. Consider brands like Osprey or Gregory that offer excellent durability and functionality.

2. Portable Water Filter: When exploring the great outdoors, access to clean drinking water is vital. A portable water filter is a lightweight and handy gadget that allows her to purify water from natural sources, such as rivers or lakes. The LifeStraw or Sawyer Mini Water Filter are both reliable choices.

3. Lightweight Camping Gear: Help enhance her backpacking experience by gifting her lightweight camping gear. Consider items like a compact camping stove, a lightweight sleeping bag, a comfortable camping hammock, or even a lightweight tent suitable for backpacking trips.

4. Outdoor Cookbook: If your granddaughter enjoys cooking and camping, an outdoor cookbook tailored to backpackers and campers can be a fantastic gift. It can provide her with creative ideas and recipes for delicious meals that can be prepared in the wilderness, allowing her to enjoy tasty and nutritious food during her adventures.

5. National Park Pass: If she loves exploring different national parks, consider getting her an annual national park pass. This pass grants access to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the United States and covers entrance fees for one year. It's a great way to encourage her to continue exploring the beauty of nature.

6. Personalized Travel Journal: A personalized travel journal can be a wonderful keepsake that allows her to document and capture her backpacking adventures. Choose a journal with customizable features such as her name or initials on the cover or pages designed specifically for recording memories, sketches, and travel logs.

7. Outdoor Photography Equipment: If she has an interest in photography, consider gifting her some outdoor photography equipment. A lightweight tripod, a durable camera bag, or even a new lens could take her nature photography to the next level and inspire her to capture the beauty of her hiking and backpacking experiences.

8. Hiking Apparel and Gear: Help keep your granddaughter comfortable and protected while hiking with high-quality hiking apparel and gear. Consider gifting her a moisture-wicking and quick-drying hiking shirt, a lightweight and breathable pair of hiking pants, hiking socks with cushioning and support, a wide-brimmed hat for sun protection, and a pair of sturdy hiking boots to keep her feet comfortable and secure on the trails.

Remember, the most important thing is to show your granddaughter that you support and encourage her passions. By selecting a gift that aligns with her love for backpacking and hiking, you are not only providing a practical and meaningful present, but also showing her how much you value and understand her interests.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Luann Skinner says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I ordered the star map 8 days before my daughter's birthday. It arrived in 7 days just in time for her birthday. Thank you! She loved the star map.”