Best Holiday Gifts for the Outdoor Guy

Storm Launcher RC All Terrain Vehicle

Guys like things that move fast, right? Planes, boats, cars, you can't go wrong with any one of those choices. What if you could get all three vehicles in one affordable package plus the speed and power to make your guy act like a little kid? You can with the Storm Launcher All Terrain Vehicle from Spin Master, LTD. This remote control toy has been heraled as the "hottest toy this Christmas" and there're plenty of reasons why. Insane speed and unbelievable stunts rule with this exciting new remote control vehicle.

I've seen this plane in the hands of both novice and skilled RC pilots and it is truly phenomenal; it flies upside down, does loops, rolls and extreme banking effortlessly and when you get bored in the air, take it for a power cruise in your swimming pool or on the lake. No water nearby? No problem, it's a screaming road warrior too! Comes complete with battery, rc controller, extra props and guards, instruction booklet and even a flight simulator CD for practice runs. A huge plus on the practical side of the Storm Launcher is that it has been engineered to actually survive the crashes that always accompany a beginning pilot's first flights. Rated at age 10 and above, your big boy is going to do back flips over this one! Available at mass merchandisers, toy and hobby stores or online.

Oregon Scientific ExactSet Projection Clock w/Cable Free Weather Forecaster

Monitor the exact temperature indoors and out, forecast weather, and project the time all from the comfort of your desk. This compact clock weather station even comes with a snooze alarm, handy if you want to monitor the world from your nightstand or set the alarm in the workshop for when it's time to surface for dinner. Temperature ranges from -23 to 122 F. The display can be set for English, French or Spanish and is backlit for easy reading. Includes a remote and AC adapter. My husband likes this model clock/weather station because the numbers are actually big enough to read and the readout is adjustable so he can read it from any angle. Manufacturer Ambient Weather offers many styles of atomic clocks and weather stations.

Euro Binoculars

Whether he's watching birds, sailboats or a game premier binoculars are a joy to use. Your outdoor guy is sure to appreciate the optical quality and fine old world craftsmanship evident in these binoculars. Exclusive to Cabela's, the world's foremost outfitter for outdoorsmen, these binoculars are really something special. You can sense it when you first pick them up, they feel well made and solid. The housing is ergonomically designed from an aluminum alloy encased in a layer of rubber so they can easily handle the rough and tumble life. High-end glass lenses are multicoated using a proprietary ion formulation and incorporate two types of roof prisims which allows for maximum light transmission, brilliant color vision and an especially crisp edge definition; something that is often an issue with lesser quality binoculars. Plus, they are guaranteed for a lifetime of fog proof and waterproof use. The eyecups twist up for perfectly comfortable use and the oversized focusing feel won't leave you fumbling around trying to find it. It was very easy to instantly focus these binoculars with one hand.

Also at Cabela's is a handy binocular harness and cover set. Since a quality pair of binoculars weighs about 5 pounds, neck fatigue is an issue with extended use. The harness distributes the weight. It's also great for use with cameras and rangefinders. The soft binocular cover that's included in this set is a nice way to keep your binoculars clean and scratch free. When I was looking at these binoculars with my outdoor guy, he was actually caressing them….a pretty good sign that this is a winner gift for sure!

Personal Survival Ark and Master First Aid Kit

No one wants to think about it, but with any outdoor sport, there is the possibility of an emergency. Be prepared for anything with this combination from Cheaper Than Dirt. The Personal Survival Ark is a full survival kit in a box. Approved by the US Coast Gurad, it provides the basics for 1 person for three day. You get food, water, blanket, candle, hand warmer, light stick, matches and minimal first aid supplies.

The Master First Aid Kit comes in a bright orange nylon carry case filled with all the essential supplies for all kinds of wounds and traumas. There are actually enough supplies included to attend to several people at one time. You'll get a first aid manual, dozens of dressings and bandages, exam gloves, pen light, insect wipes, topical antibiotic, hand sanitizer, shears, sterile sponges, eye wash , skin flushing solution, pain reliever, splints, elastic bandages, irrigation syringe, hemostats, tweezers and many more items.

Both of these items make a lot of sense for anyone to just carry in the trunk of their car. In a winter car accident or emergency, these kits could make a huge difference in your or someone else's comfort as you wait for assistance. You may never need either of these kits, but what if you did?