Five Star Gift Ideas

If your mom enjoys survival skills and bushcraft, then a thoughtful and meaningful gift would be something that enhances her passion for the outdoors and her love for honing her survival skills. Here are a few gift ideas that she might appreciate:

1. Bushcraft and Survival Skills Course: Consider enrolling her in a bushcraft and survival skills course or workshop. This will give her the opportunity to learn new techniques, refine her existing skills, and connect with like-minded individuals. Look for courses that cover different aspects of survival, such as fire-building, shelter construction, wilderness navigation, and foraging.

2. High-Quality Bushcraft Gear: Every survival enthusiast needs reliable equipment. Make a list of the essential bushcraft items that your mom may not have yet or that need upgrading. This could include a durable multi-purpose survival knife, a waterproof and fireproof emergency tinder kit, a compact and sturdy camping stove, a durable and lightweight hammock, or a versatile camping tool like a multi-tool or a folding saw.

3. Books on Survival Techniques: There are numerous books available that delve into the world of bushcraft and survival skills. Look for titles written by experts in the field that cover a range of survival aspects, such as wilderness medicine, edible plants, navigation techniques, and primitive tool-making. Consider selecting books that focus on her specific interests, such as wilderness survival in a specific region or skills for specific scenarios, like winter survival or desert survival.

4. Outdoor Adventure Experience: Treat your mom to an outdoor adventure experience, such as a hiking or camping trip in a national park or wilderness area. Choose a destination that offers opportunities for her to practice and apply her survival skills. This can provide her with invaluable hands-on experience and a chance to enjoy nature at the same time.

5. Customized Survival Kit: Put together a personalized survival kit that suits her specific needs and preferences. Include items like a quality compass, waterproof matches, a solar-powered charger, a water filtration system, a compact first-aid kit, and a lightweight emergency blanket. You could also add a handwritten note with tips and tricks based on her interests, such as a guide on making a primitive shelter or starting a fire by friction.

Remember, the most important aspect of choosing a gift for your mom is to demonstrate that you understand and support her interests. Consider her hobbies and passions, and choose a gift that aligns with her love for survival skills and bushcraft. Personalization, thoughtfulness, and usefulness are key when selecting a meaningful present for her.

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

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”