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FIELD NOTES: HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Slip into your coziest of Christmas jammies and slip out your biggest, baddest credit card and let’s get to work.

Hunter Leavine of Captains Collective Podcast + Drifter Fish Club teams up with John Dunaway of El Capitan Hunt Club to bring you some of their holiday favorites.

You don’t have to wait in long lines, run old ladies over, or feel insecure about the quality of item you purchased. Grab it all right here, in the comfort of your phone (or computer).


NO BS Toothpaste Tablets

Our photographer for a Drifter Fish Club trip turned me on these and now I am hooked. Easy to travel with, work super well. Toothpaste tablets could have saved me a pile of money in dentist shake downs.

Something like $20.

Ashley Weber Art Ornament

Ok. This isn’t the first time that these have been on this list but…com’on these are awesome. Support a great artist and give a unique gift.

Around $30.

MODL Infinity Tool

These straps are great for a wide variety of activities. From hanging bags, to securing gear, to strapping down the gas pump handle so you don’t have to hold it. MODL has made a really versatile tool that you can apply in pretty much any setting.

Kits start around $30.

El Capitan Hunt Club Stickers

Support the hunting addiction of the El Capitan Hunt Club and sport up your gear with a strong sticker pack.

The best $3 you will ever spend.

Dark Energy Indestructible Battery Charger

Be honest…how many of you are reading this on a low batter right now? Charge up your phone and don’t worry about the conditions with this ultra rugged battery.

$120 but won’t break like the cheepos do.

Trader Joe’s Lightly Smoked Mussels

Stop snacking like a chump and start snacking like John. Grab some smoked mussels and fill that stocking up with savory goodness.

3 for $25. Probably cheaper in store.

Wildsam Field Guides

Not to be mistaken with the critically acclaimed podcast “Field Notes” featuring John Dunnaway and Hunter Leavine. Wildsam Field Guides are the perfect gift for any traveler (or dreamer).

All guides are around $20.

Boat Dog Collar

Every furry friend deserves a fresh collar. Check out the good folks at Boat Dog to see their line of water inspired gear.

$35 for collars. Sets available.

Custom Zyn Tin

Hook your amigo up with their very own custom engraved Zyn Tin. If you don’t care about having cool custom engraving, order the blank here.

Milwaukee Inkzall Marker

Buy a pack of these and give the gift of the greatest marker ever made…just don’t give it to kids. These pens write on everything and keep your buddies from snagging your stuff on “accident.”

Badfish Boat Towel

Packs down small but shows up big when you need a towel handy (and you never know when you will). Support our buddies at Badfish and sport this awesome towel whenever needed.

Around the $40 mark.

Manready Mercantile Candles

Ok. Nobody wanted to tell you but your house smells. We are happy to tell you that it can smell better with Manready Mercantile candles.

Something like $20-$30.

Custom Flies

Nothing stocks a stocking better than a good stock up on flies. Check out Sandbar Flies, Space Coast Flies, Blane Chocklett, Coch’s Flies, and MAC Flies to get started.

AeroPress Coffee Maker

Portable + Durable. Make a great cup on the boat, in the blind, or from your porch. Go the extra mile and throw in a bag of Reel Fishing Roasters Coffee.

Around $36 buckaroos.

Liber & Co. Almond Orgeat

Shout out to Thirsty Whale…we don’t know you but we want to have a drink with you. Grab your cocktail loving friends a sweet almond treat this holiday and mix up your mixes.

Around $23 bucks.


Off the Grid John Prints

Grab a great print and support an even better artist. These are great gifts to hook a buddy up with a little wall candy.

Pretty much all around $25.

Husky Truck Liners

Got some of these the past year and love them. They fit super well and are muck proof, water proof and even kid proof…They look good, clean easy and are a must have.

Starting around $100.

Paper Republic Interchangeable Journal

This journal is awesome. Swap out the inside pages and set it up for notes, drawing, painting….whatever. It is well made and looks better as it gets worn in.

Starting at $68.00

El Capitan Foam Trucker

Look like John. Live like John.Grab the El Capitan Foam Trucker and be the apple of everyone’s eye.

$30 and throw in a few stickers.

Goal Zero Crush Light Lantern

Stop meandering in the dark and start working smart. This portable, solar light is easy to pack and quick to get the job done.

Cost around $24.

SWC X Captains Collective Oystermen Hoodie

Lightweight, fast wicking, easy breathing and good looking. Grab a hoodie, look your best, and support the podcast.

$80 plus shipping.

Field & Stream Magazine

Hook a buddy up with the gift of a good magazine that is sure to inspire more outdoor adventures in their life.

Only $35 for print.

Book: Flow

Shout out to Oliver White for the recommendation. Flow is a life changing book that can help you rethink how you see “happiness.”

Just $10 .

Book: You Are Here

Work on being more present, and better handling your emotional health. This book is really helpful to anyone who wants to be “more in the moment.”

Just shy of #10.

Book: Meditations

A true classic for a reason. Marcus Aurelius shines light on some of life’s most important topics. Do yourself a favor and get the “adapted for contemporary readers” version.

$30 for hardcover.

Ruthless Handmade Leather Goods

We love these plier sheaths and leather goods. Give a real custom piece to that special somebody…

Howler Bros Westers Jacket

Look cool in the cold weather. Check out the Howler Bros Western Jacket. “Gives you that old school rancher look.” -John Dunaway

$135.

Airscape Canister

Coffee is great. Coffee bags are…falible. Upgrade your coffee storage and check out this durable, airtight canister.

Something like $30.

YETI French Press

With all the good stuff that comes with Yeti, this French press can be a real day-saver and comes in two sizes, 34oz and 64oz, depending on what you need.

$110.

Benchmade Mini Bugout

What is an outdoor gift guide without a good ole pocket knife. Benchmade did a great job with this one. Head to their site to customize if you want to take it up a notch.

Starting around $150ish.

Starbrite Boat Cleaning Kit

We all know that guy or gal who needs to give their sled a little TLC. Build a boat cleaning kit to suite their dirty needs.


B&W Tow and Stow Hitch

Save your shins and up your truck game with the B&W Tow and Stow Hitch.

Coming in around $300.

Orvis Cary-It-All Bag

This is a traveling MUST. Store all your gear and don’t place the fate of your beloved rods in the airlines hands.

$180ish.

Starlink Mini Roam

Portable, reliable internet anywhere you go. Grab Starling so that you can listen to your favorite podcast, Captains Collective, anywhere you go.

Plans start at $50 a month.

SWC Premium Pliers

These are really awesome pliers at a great price. Take somebodies plier game to the professional level with these bad boiz.

Something like $60.

MKC Culinary Knife Roll

WARNING: Knives not included in the link…but put together the ultimate knife set with a nice roll for a serious chef level setup.Check out their full lineup here.

$300+ to build a kit.

Drifter Fish Club Membership

Join the club. Fish the world. Stack up lifetime memories and build lasting friendships.

Levrack Shelving

Hands down the best shelving money can buy. Insanely strong and strategically designed to make the most of your space.

Price…you don’t want to know.

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