For our fellow outdoor lovers, we know that the most meaningful gifts are those that are as kind to the planet as they are essential for the trail. We’ve compiled a list of ethically sourced items, local shops, and memorable access experiences to source everything your favorite adventurer might need.
brands we love
Sunglasses from Sunski
Sunski uses a recycled polymer that transforms post-industrial scrap plastic into the material they use for all their sunglasses frames. Their packaging uses recycled materials and is plastic free, and they contribute 1% for the Planet and are Climate Neutral certified.
Sunski
Backpacks from United By Blue
For every product sold, United By Blue removes one pound of trash from our world’s oceans and waterways. They are a Certified B Corp brand and strive to use low-waste materials and work on a slow fashion timeline.
United by Blue
Tinned Fish from Patagonia Provisions
Patagonia Provisions uses regenerative farming and fishing practices. Their business gives back through the 1% for the Planet initiative and their work as a Certified B Corp.
Patagonia Provisions
Reusable beverage and food containers from Klean Kanteen
Klean Kanteen aims to displace single use waste. 95% of their products are made with recycled steel. They are Climate Neutral Certified, a Certified B Corp, give 1% for the Planet, and partner with Leave No Trace, Outdoor Afro, 5 Gyres, Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, American Rivers, Nature Bridge, and Conservation Alliance.
Klean Kanteen
Tillak
Tillak creates outdoor products while striving to minimize impact, and utilize their platform to facilitate environmental awareness, contribute toward conservation efforts, and advocate for outdoor recreation. They are a a Certified B Corp, offer carbon neutral shipping, and give 1% for the Planet
Tillak
Outdoor Experiences
MN State Parks Pass
Minnesota State Parks Pass
With the purchase of a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) State Parks permit, visitors have unlimited access to special events, scenic places, historic sites, a whole roster of outdoor activities Minnesota’s 75 state parks and recreation areas.
MN Zoo
Minnesota Zoo Membership
The Minnesota Zoo aims to be a leader in the conservation of animals and their habitats. Memberships are valid for one full year, and include many engaging benefits for individuals and families.
The Loppet
Mpls Parks Ski Pass from The Loppet
Get an All-Access Ski Pass to ski on all Minneapolis Parks trails, including on Theodore Wirth Park’s snowmaking trails where The Loppet Foundation’s continually-improving snowmaking capacity makes for great skiing all winter. This pass also allows the pass holder access to all groomed trails in the MPRB trail system, both snowmaking and natural snow. This pass also grants you access to Columbia Golf Course, Hiawatha Golf Course, and the Chain of Lakes trails.
gear shops and rentals
Repair Lair
Looking for the perfect vintage item? Do you need to upgrade, or just change sizes? Get what you need for your next trip at Repair Lair’s outdoor gear consignment shop! Repair Lair also offers repair services so you can keep using your favorite gear items for years to come.
Lake State Mountaineering
Lake State Mountaineering is a new Minneapolis shop focused on expertise, quality, honesty, and integrity.
Geer Garage
Geer Garage is a marketplace to rent and lend outdoor gear... and more. They aim to change humanity's consumption habits by building a sharing economy among individuals that also grows retail businesses.
