Truckee Tahoe is home to some of the best hiking trails in the country - a Mecca for the outdoorsy types, with countless creeks, valleys, and peaks to explore. So how can an employee-owned store like ours be so passionate about the great outdoors? The truth is, we love it as much as anyone. When our Employee Owners get off work, they want to take advantage of every opportunity they can to explore their surrounding backyards, which is why we decided to compile a few outdoor favorites to make your next outdoor adventure a fun and memorable one.

Haley's Outdoor Favorite

Ok, this may seem like a given, but how many times have you left on a camping trip  - only to be left hitting up the closest gas station for cheap plastic utensils? We're guilty as charged - which is why Haley decided to go with the basics. We carry camp utensil options that fold, stay covered and options that minimize - but no matter how you prefer them, they make eating something tasty in the woods THAT much better.

Tony's Outdoor Favorite

Employee Owner, Tony loves snuggling up in his Marmot Trestles 15-degree bag when he's on late fall fishing trips in Oregon. Cozying up in this budget-friendly bag feels like 5-star hotel bedding. There are a few different temperature ratings offered in this style, allowing for happy sleeping at any temperature. 

Mickey's Outdoor Favorite

Tailgate tables are cool 'n all, but when you need more space, this ultralight ultra-awesome Leki table is perfect. Easy to carry from site to site, or perhaps even peak to peak. It features a sturdy surface for prepping dinner or even a nice space for charcuterie in the wild.

Johnny's Outdoor Favorite

Employee-owner Johnny giving us this look because he needs his morning coffee. The JetBoil Flash is lightweight, packable, and quick boiling speed making it the best for easy morning coffee on the trails, boat, or even on the employee picnic table.

Mark's Outdoor Favorite

Employee-owner, Mark is a big-time angler. This means he loves to keep dry bags on hand for his on-water adventures. He can store anything that isn't water-resistant - knowing it will be ready for use after pulling in a big catch. Sea To Summit dry bags come in multiple Liters and take up minimal space. This leaves more room for fishing gear and a cooler full of cool beverages.

Ready to gear up for winter? Find a few more of our staff's winter outdoor favorites here.