Still, wondering what to put under the tree for your Barefooter this year? We have compiled the ultimate list of survival supplies, games, and toys to appease even the most adventurous kid! Our list is separated into sections for easy shopping. Let’s go!
Something to play! What kid doesn’t love a game for Christmas and even better, one based on survival and the great outdoors.
Wildcraft: This game is a favorite for a lot of families. It is a perfect cooperative game for Christmas Day.
Mariposas: This game is geared toward kids aged 14+ and takes you through the trials and tribulations of butterfly life.
National Park Adventure Game: For ages 7+! Travel through all the national parks collecting cards as you go!
Meadow: Age 10+. Collect your memories in a journal as you wander through nature. The best collection wins!
Ecos, First Continent: This strategy game asks the question: What is the earth formed differently? Age 14+
Roll and Seek: Roll the dice and find exactly what they say! This game is for 4+!
Next UP, something to read. We love snuggling up on a cold night and reading together. Here are some books for your little explorer!
The Campground Kids: National Park Adventures: This series is about problem-solving, mysteries, and adventure in the National Parks.
Bear Grylls Adventure Collection: These books are great. Each book in the series focuses on a different survival scenario.
Playful Preparedness: Prepare Your Children-For Life!: If you like games and reading, this is a great book for both! Teach your kids survival skills in game form!
Field Guide to the Night Sky (National Audubon Society Field Guides): Any of the National Audubon Society Books is always an awesome gift. From stars to trees to fungi, these books have it all.
Mystery In Rocky Mountain National Park (National Park Mystery Series): A mystery series that includes codes, riddles, maps, and clues! If your child likes a good mystery story, this book is for them!
The Young Adventurer’s Guide to (Almost) Everything: This book is a favorite in our household! It is a super fun read full of great information!
My First Book of Knots: A Beginner’s Picture Guide: This book would make a great stocking stuffer! The pictures are thorough and explanatory for the little knot tie-r in your life!
If you are going to be a great explorer and survivor, you need to have a suitable wardrobe! We have just the suggestions!
REI Merino Wool Socks: Moisture-wicking, lightweight and comfy, these are perfect for snow days or just cold weather hiking!
Barefoot University Beanie: Keep your head warm with a Barefoot Beanie! These fit children and adults and make the perfect stocking stuffer!
Kids’ Merino Wool Base Layer: Smartwool base layers are sure to keep your child warm and dry this holiday season!
OakiWear Rainsuit: This is a must-have for rainy days outside! Remember, Barefoot members also get a discount! Hint: Go a size up and it will last more than a year.
Bogs Winter Boots: If you are looking for a reliable winter boot that is both comfortable and warm, look no further than Bogs!
Waterproof Kid Gloves: Nothing ruins a day outside more than cold hands! These waterproof gloves are great for keeping hands warm and dry!
Next on our list is something for survival! These would be great stocking stuffers for everyone on your list!
Stormproof Waterproof Matches: These matches will light even in the rain!
All-Weather Kindling Fire Starter: This all-weather fire starter is perfect for a backyard fire pit, camping, or bonfire!
Long-Lasting Fire Starters for Campfires: You never know when you will be stuck in the rain and need a waxed fire starter to light and keep you warm!
Folding Backpack Shovel: Use this for putting out fires, digging holes and so much more.
SurvivorCord Boot Laces: Heavy-duty shoe laces that double as paracord in an emergency!
Opinel My First No.7 Stainless Steel Children’s Folding Pocket Knife: A Barefooter’s favorite, this blunt-end knife is perfect for a beginning whittler.
5000 Weather Radio, Solar Hand Crank 5-Way Power Emergency Radio: This weather radio is perfect for camping. It’s solar, hand crank, and can even charge your phone!
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking: You never know when you will need clean drinking water! Life straw is perfect to keep in your bag for emergencies.
Flatpack Stove: This stove is super compact and fits right into your backpack. Perfect for back county camping!
HK Bushcraft Tools: High-quality auger and camping tools for making a shelter on the go!
The all-important something for learning category! There are subscriptions and tools to learn throughout the rest of the school year.
Night Vision Goggles: For doing a nighttime animal study.
National Geographic Kids Subscription: We love this magazine full of useful facts for kids!
Mars Landing Survival Kit: Ever wonder what being stranded on Mars would be like? Learn about growing food on the red planet.
Nomadik Subscription: Try out your inner hiking nomad with a subscription box to Nomadik!
Kids Moon Club: Enroll now while you can! Enrollment closes December 23rd. Follow along with friends to learn all about the full moons and their traditions.
The Thinking Tree – Wild Wilderness – Adventure Handbook: A Survival Guide & Science Handbook: Use this handbook to chronicle your outdoor adventures!
Fossil Sorting Activity Kit: Do you have a little fossil lover? This kit may be the perfect present.
Nature’s Art Discovery Kit®: Painting with Natural Yucca Brushes: With this kit, you can make and paint with your own natural paintbrushes!
Gskyer Telescope, 70mm Aperture 400mm AZ Mount Astronomical Refracting Telescope: Telescopes can be tricky, but this one has great reviews for the price!
Think Outside Subscription Box: These boxes are made to get your little ones outside!
US National Parks Pass: An annual park pass is a wonderful gift for the whole family!
MEL Science Kit: A monthly subscription kit for the little scientist in your family! We love these!
Be Amazing! Toys Survival Science Lab: This survival science kit is right on theme with Rhythm Fire!
Something for FUN!!! Let’s talk toys!
Play Monster Make a Bug Hotel: Do you have a crafty little girl in your life? Making a bug hotel helps the environment and is fun!
Natural Wood Toy Bow: This is a perfect beginner bow and arrow!
DIY Wooden Kaleidoscope Kit: Perfect for a nature collector!
Lego Ideas Tree House: LEGO is always a winner. Bring the outdoors in with this set.
Flower and Leaf Press: This is a beginner flower press. It’s a wonderful way to preserve all of the plants and flowers picked!
Wild Republic Nature Tube: We love Wild Republic Nature Tubes! These make perfect stocking stuffers!
Discovery Lamp Plasma Globe: Who doesn’t remember these? Touch and sound-sensitive light globe.
Tegu Magnetic Wooden Block Set: Tegu blocks are magnetic and that makes building super fun!
Roll With It! Giant Inflatable Colorful Rolling Wheel: Get the kids outside and active with a giant inflatable wheel!
Zip Line Kit for Backyard: Ziplines in the backyard? Yes, please! This set holds up to 330 lbs so even adults can take a ride!
Rechargeable Walkie-Talkies: These are perfect for forest school or home!
Lottie Fossil Hunter Doll: A paleontologist doll that includes fossil-finding tools, a backpack, info cards, and ammonites!
Light Up Drawing Tees: These would be super fun on a night hike! The luminescent ink panel responds to any bright light!
Starry Night Air Fort: Easy to inflate with a box fan, take your kid’s imagination right into space!
Something from Barefoot!
Visit our Barefoot University store to get your own Barefoot swag! From decals to beanies to first aid kits, we’ve got you covered!
I hope this helps and wish everyone a great holiday season! Don’t forget to get outside, get in nature, and most importantly take time to enjoy yourself!
-Madeleine