Five Star Gift Ideas

For your friend who enjoys backpacking and hiking in national parks, there are plenty of meaningful and personalized gift ideas that would be perfect for their wedding. Here are a few suggestions:

1. Customized National Park Map: Create a custom map highlighting the national parks they have visited or plan to visit. This can serve as a beautiful piece of artwork that will remind them of their adventures and inspire future trips.

2. National Park Pass: Purchase an annual pass to the National Park Service, allowing your friend and their spouse to explore the diversity of parks with ease. This practical gift will provide endless opportunities for new adventures together.

3. Outdoor Gear: Avid backpackers always appreciate high-quality gear. Consider gifting them a new backpack, tent, or sleeping bag. These items are essential for their outdoor excursions and will be greatly appreciated.

4. Adventure Journal: Help your friend document their experiences by giving them a personalized adventure journal. They can use it to write about their trips, keep track of trails they've hiked, and even add photos or sketches from their adventures.

5. Photography Gear: If your friend enjoys capturing the beauty of the great outdoors, consider giving them a new camera or accessories that will enhance their photography skills. This gift will allow them to document their hiking and backpacking trips even better.

6. Hiking Guidebooks: National park guidebooks can provide valuable information on trails, natural wonders, and wildlife. Look for guidebooks specific to the parks your friend enjoys or ones highlighting new parks they haven't explored yet.

7. Quality Outdoor Clothing: Help your friend stay comfortable and protected during their outdoor adventures with high-performance outdoor clothing. Consider gifting them moisture-wicking shirts, durable hiking pants, or a waterproof jacket.

8. Engraved Compass: An engraved compass can serve as a sentimental and practical gift. Your friend can use it during their backpacking trips, and the personalized touch will remind them of their special day every time they use it.

9. National Park Artwork: Look for artwork or prints featuring national parks that hold special meaning for your friend. This gift will bring the beauty of the parks into their home and serve as a constant reminder of their love for the outdoors.

10. Donation to a Conservation Organization: Show your friend's commitment to preserving and protecting national parks by donating to a conservation organization on their behalf. Choose an organization that aligns with their values and supports the parks they love.

Remember to consider your friend's specific preferences and needs when choosing a gift. By selecting something that resonates with their love for backpacking and hiking, you can ensure your wedding gift is both meaningful and personal.

Or you can get her/him a star map with the date of the wedding.

Liam O'Rourke says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I got a map of our wedding day for my wife and she absolutely loves. In my option the material the map is made of is top quality and the map came really quickly.”