Get something nice for your mom. She deserves it.
If you love the outdoors, your mom has had to put up with some stuff from you. maybe you walked into the house after a hike and tracked mud all over her clean floor. Maybe you scared her to death when you crashed your mountain bike, got a concussion skiing or showed her your bloody hands after a day of crack climbing. Maybe your mom bandaged up your blistered hands from canoeing, washed those dirty clothes after a week of camping or picked up those horrible smelling climbing shoes or hiking boots that you ditched my the front door. Some of you might have even dragged your mom up a mountain on an "easy hike." After all of this, she still smiled each time you left on one of your adventures, homemade sandwich in her hand and told you to "be safe out there".  Your mom has been there for you all along and has helped shape you into the person that you are today. Get mom something nice for Mother's Day. You know she deserves it.
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Mom picked up and washed your dirty socks after you went hiking or after your soccer games. The least you can do for her is hook her up with a fresh pair of comfy Merino wool socks from Darn Tough. They are made in Vermont and have a lifetime unlimited guarantee so she can keep replacing them when she wears them out. Pick up a pair of
stylish hiking socks,
printed Merino ski socks, or
fun casual socks that your mom will love.
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When you were young, your mom always had everything in her purse. Whether it was a tissue, gum or the money to buy you an ice cream, your mom had all of the essentials with her. Not all moms want fancy, overpriced purses or bags. Some like functional bags with versatile, outdoor lifestyle inspired designs. This mother's day get your mom a cool purse or bag to show her how much you appreciate everything she does for you. Â Choose a bohemian styled tote bag like the
Dakine Ariana, Â a functional shoulder bag with awesome prints like the
Kavu Rope Bag, or a sleek, fashionable purse like the
Sherpani Prima.
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Some moms love to wear scarves in cold weather or just to look stylish. Your mom helped you dress yourself when you were young and tried to wear something dumb to school everyday, so thank her for making you look good by returning the favor. Â Pick out a scarf from
Prana,
Pistil,
Smartwool or others and your mom will be impressed with your keen awareness of what kind of gift she would actually enjoy.
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Some of the best gifts are the most practical and useful ones. Your mom will appreciate the versatility and functionality of an insulated waterbottle from
Hydroflask or Klean Kanteen. Whether she uses it as her daily travel mug to hold her hot coffee or tea, or if she wants to carry cold drinks,  an insulated bottle will keep her drinks at an optimal temperature all day long!
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For a gift that is a subtle but stylish addition to your mom's wardrobe, pick out a patterned belt from Prana. Featuring the down to earth yogi style that Prana has become known for, these belts add a dash of color and pattern to any casual wardrobe. Choose from a selection of different designs and colors to fit your mom's personality!
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Remember that time that you dragged your mom out into the mountains on an overnight and she was uncomfortable and out of her element, but didn't complain at all, even though you only brought a thin foam pad and forgot a pillow? No? Maybe some of you were nicer to your mothers than others. Regardless, your mom will love the Nemo Fillo Pillow, which combines an inflatable pillow with a plush foam pad for an incredibly comfortable night's sleep. It packs up nice and small, so it's easy to justify bringing it along even on a long backpacking trip. Your mom will thank you and maybe even forgive you for last time.
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Whether your mom likes to get out and paddle or hang out on the water, or if she just likes comfortable summer footwear, she will love a pair of sandals from sport
Chaco or
Teva. Both brands are classic outdoor staples and utilize secure strap designs to hold the foot in place for slogging through muddy creeks or hiking, as well as supportive, comfortable foot beds and grippy outsoles. Generally, people fall into one of two categories: Chaco lovers or Teva lovers. If your mom likes a highly supportive shoe with a premium rubber sole, buy her a pair of Chacos. If she prefers a softer, more comfortable feeling footbed with less aggressive arch support, buy her a pair of
Tevas!
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Your mom has always supported you in the various activities, sports and experiences that you have pursued. Why not let her know that you support her in her favorite pastimes as well with a new yoga mat! Choose a cool
eco-friendly mat from Prana and an
accessory yoga strap or bag! For added value, go out and practice yoga together or introduce your mom to this great activity if she hasn't tried it before!
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Buy your mom a
sunhat this year for Mother's Day. Do you want her to get sunburned? Come on. A nice, lightweight sunhat with a wide brim is perfect for days at the beach, paddling, hiking or just spending time outside on a sunny day. Pick out the right sun hat based on what your mom likes to do. If your mom likes to paddle and has an outdoorsy style, get her an
Oasis Sombrero sunhat from Outdoor Research. Â If your mom needs a sunhat for the beach, sporting events, outdoor concerts or wearing around town, buy her the stylish
Columbia Sun Ridge Straw Hat.
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If your mom likes to hike or she needs a new pack, you should definitely get her a
daypack this Mother's Day! If your mom has been using the same old mid-sized pack for all of her hikes, it might be time to introduce her to the smaller, lighter packs that have become increasingly popular. Choose from women's specific daypacks from
Osprey, Mammut, Gregory and more. After you give her a new daypack, plan out a hike together! She may appreciate that gift even more than any of the material gifts on this list.
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For a gift that is a subtle but stylish addition to your mom's wardrobe, pick out a patterned belt from Prana. Featuring the down to earth yogi style that Prana has become known for, these belts add a dash of color and pattern to any casual wardrobe. Choose from a selection of different designs and colors to fit your mom's personality!
Shop all Prana belts!
Remember that time that you dragged your mom out into the mountains on an overnight and she was uncomfortable and out of her element, but didn't complain at all, even though you only brought a thin foam pad and forgot a pillow? No? Maybe some of you were nicer to your mothers than others. Regardless, your mom will love the Nemo Fillo Pillow, which combines an inflatable pillow with a plush foam pad for an incredibly comfortable night's sleep. It packs up nice and small, so it's easy to justify bringing it along even on a long backpacking trip. Your mom will thank you and maybe even forgive you for last time.
Check out the Nemo Fillo Pillow!