Summer camping season is here, and every year calls for a refresh of the essentials. This year’s picks cover the full spectrum of a great summer outside: safety tools for going off-grid with confidence, footwear built for real trails, a campfire classic that’s easier than ever, a pocket knife worth passing down, and a community that makes every trip better. These aren’t just products, they’re the elements that turn a good camping season into a great one.
HERSHEY’S Smores Kit
Some camping traditions don’t need reinventing, they just need a little convenience. The Hershey’s S’mores Kit takes the guesswork out of campfire dessert by bundling everything you need: Hershey’s Milk Chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers, all in one 14 oz box that makes up to 10 s’mores. No last-minute grocery trips or mismatched ratios. Just grab a stick, make a fire, and you’re done.
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Victorinox Ranger 55 Wood
A Swiss Army Knife is already a camping staple, and the Ranger 55 Wood is one of the best. Decked out in warm walnut scales and packed with 10 functions, including a large lockable blade, wood saw, corkscrew, can opener, and bottle opener. It’s the kind of tool that handles whatever the day throws at you, and it looks cool while doing it. The award-winning design is Swiss-made and backed by a Victorinox lifetime warranty, so this is a buy-it-for-life kind of thing.
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ZOLEO Global Satellite Communicator
ZOLEO is a remote safety and communication solution for people who go beyond coverage and those who care about them. Message over satellite, cellular, or Wi-Fi, share your location, and access 24/7 monitored SOS. Stay connected, reduce uncertainty, and keep everyone informed, whether you’re deep in the backcountry or off the grid. Now at their lowest price ever ($119) until May 25, 2026.
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Oboz Sawtooth Ascent
Day hikes and short treks demand footwear that handles varied terrain without sacrificing comfort or durability. The Sawtooth Ascent delivers dependable grip, cushioning, and durability, proven on the rugged trails around Bozeman, Montana to ensure it’s ready for your jam-packed agenda.
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SOLrey Paddle Board
SOL’s SOLrey is an all-around inflatable paddle board designed for campers who want to turn any body of water into part of the experience. Built to handle everything from calm lakes to moving rivers, it delivers a rare balance of stability, speed, and control in one packable setup . The patent-pending retractable fin system helps navigate shallow or rocky conditions without damage, while the durable drop-stitch construction is made for real use, not just perfect conditions . With a full kit included and room for extra gear, passengers, or even a dog, it’s an easy way to add a full water day to any campsite without the hassle of bulky equipment .
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Girl Camper Membership
Gear is only half the equation. The other half is community. Girl Camper is one of the largest and fastest-growing women’s camping community in the country, and a membership gets you access to both. For $35 a year (or $500 for life), members unlock a digital subscription to Girl Camper Magazine, exclusive events nationwide, members-only gear sales, monthly virtual campfire chats, and a private community of women who love the outdoors as much as you do. There are also partner discounts, special giveaways, and even a free one-year PRO membership to The Dyrt for new subscribers. Whether you’re planning your first solo trip or your hundredth, this is the community to do it with.
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