The best Christmas gifts for those who love the outdoors

The popular and iconic backpack recently rolled out its latest collection of bags which will be available at Actually and Outside. The Tree Kånken comes in a range of colours and is made from Pine Weave fabric, with 100 percent bio-based raw materials cultivated and certified forests from its country of origin, Sweden. Don't be fooled by its compact size – the bag is going to be perfect for active types as it has loops where you can fasten a jacket or yoga mat underneath to carry some extra load. 

Available online

One of the best things to look forward to after an arduous hike is a long shower. Local brand Rough Beauty specialises in handmade soaps with the most refreshing scents. Using only natural oils and ingredients, choose from a selection of mildly scented bars. The Ashberry is especially rejuvenating with its spearmint notes, along with lavender and geranium. The activated charcoal and tea tre oil infused makes it a great cleanser as well – perfect for scrubbing out all the mud and dirt from trekking. 

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If you're roughing it out in nature in this tropical heat most of the time, then you'll understand how amazing it feels to have a cold drink of water in the heat. The Hydro Flask's TempShield double-wall vacuum insulation locks in temperature so you can have some ice-cold water or piping hot teh tarik while taking a breather in the middle of your trail.

Available at selected stores and online

If you're interested in the environment, nature, activism and current affairs in Singapore, this book weaves it all together and examines our city-state through an ecocultural lens. Our future is at stake and climate change is certainly something no longer a faraway concept – we see its effects all around. The essays in this volume cover topics and offer fresh perspectives from Pulau Semakau to Changi Airport, chilli crab to Tiger Beer and more. A perfect read when you're in a pondering sort of mood while hiking. 

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If you're used to setting up in a clearing mid-hike for a breather and a meal, you would know the importance of packing light but also sturdy. The enamelware from Bornn come in the prettiest colourways and are also hardy for any outdoor trip. Besides tumblers, there is a whole range of enamel crockery from the label you can collect like mugs and plates. 

Available from Living DNA

When going on a long hike, it's nice to plan for a rest stop or snack break somewhere in the wilderness. Local outdoor brand Outside recently rolled out its outdoor gear range that is affordable and also trendy-looking. Pick up a foldable chair from the store – portable, tear-resistant and sturdy, this compact chair weighs less than a kilogram and comes in cool colours like sandy, stone grey and lawn green.

Available at Outside stores and online