The Camp Life

What's in the box: Each quarterly crate holds a mix of outdoor gear and essentials for hiking and camping, though the site does not list specific items or brands.

The Camp Life sells an Outdoor Essentials box that is set up mainly as a gift. You choose a plan of one, two or four boxes, and a crate of outdoor gear ships every three months. Four boxes covers a full year of deliveries, which makes it an easy present for a friend who hikes or camps. The company also runs a shop for apparel and gear, so you can get a feel for its style before you commit. The site keeps things simple, but that also leaves gaps. It does not show what went into past boxes, how many items to expect or which brands it works with, so you are buying on trust. It also does not say whether you can pick sizes for any clothing, or whether the box suits beginners or experienced hikers. The copyright notice at the bottom still reads 2021, which suggests the site is not updated often. If you need details, check the FAQ and contact page before you order. Shipping is free within the US on orders over $45, and newsletter signups get 15% off a first order. For a low effort quarterly gift for a casual outdoors person, it is worth a look. Serious backpackers who care about specific gear will want more detail than the site gives.