Reddit mentions of Outdoor Research Helios Sun Hat - Lightweight Protective Adventure Travel Hat

The problem for really crazy campers - they likely already own all the gear. It's very possible you'll end up buying a lower quality or inferior item compared to what they already have / want. This is common for buying an item for any hobby, when you are going in blind.

It really is best if you could get some info from your friend about what they want / need. A category like - I need a new cook set, or I have been looking for a great hat. Something to narrow it down. Otherwise this stab in the dark is likely to miss the mark.

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All that said... here are a few random ideas for someone into camping (campground style):

• Fancy Water Bottle, $30: https://www.amazon.com/Hydro-Flask-SYNCHKG105388-Standard-Bottle/dp/B01KXHH62Y
  
• Sun Hat, $40: https://www.amazon.com/Outdoor-Research-Unisex-Helios-Pewter/dp/B01078BU7G
  
• Neck Thing, $20: https://www.amazon.com/stores/node/2586482011
  
• Towel, $25: https://www.amazon.com/PackTowl-Personal-Microfiber-Blueberry-54-Inch/dp/B01MXM27YB
  
• Poles, $25: https://www.amazon.com/Cascade-Mountain-Tech-Aluminum-Collapsible/dp/B01L2HYPNW
  
• Socks, $20: https://www.amazon.com/Darn-Tough-Vermont-Micro-Crew-Charcoal/dp/B00EJTWHGI
  
• FAK, ~$25: https://www.amazon.com/stores/node/2581773011
  
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  'cheap' stuff can also make fun gifts. Campers generally need these things always:
  
  
• Lighter (they come with sports teams, or funny designs)
  
• Batteries (AA and AAA power many camping gadgets)
  
• Ziplocs (protect and organize stuff)
  
• Chocolate (the darker the better)
  
• Fuel (propane or isobutane)
  
  Or go all out and buy them a Yeti cooler and 2 EZ-Up canopies!!
  
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  This is one of my favorite websites for shopping. They are more focused on backpacking style gear - but it's still great stuff for all types of campers. Small shops selling high quality stuff. Get a fanny pack! Check it out:
  
  https://www.garagegrowngear.com/
  
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  I'd skip the 'junk' that is often advertised for campers. Stuff like:
  
  
• Solar Panels
  
• Knives
  
• Flashlights / Lanterns
  
• Lifestraw
  
• Hammocks
  
• Tshirts with hip pictures or catchy sayings
  
• Any combo tool that tries to weld together more than 2 functions
  
  There are some great versions of these items, but the vast majority advertised online are terrible. If you get from this list, do some serious research to avoid the bogus affiliate marking lies.