Tech gifts for people who love the great outdoors

Trying to light a flame when the weather is anything but perfect isn't just annoying, it can also be dangerous. No heat source at your campsite can put you in serious danger. This rechargeable lighter ensures you'll never have to fumble around for the right angle again by using windproof, splash proof, hotter-than-fire plasma beams.

A blanket is a must-have for any outdoor sleepover, but traditional blankets take up so much room, even when folded. Travel lightly with this portable pocket blanket — yes, it really fits in a pocket. Heavy duty, waterproof, and big enough to fit up to three people once unfolded, it's the perfect companion for camping (in the woods or the backyard).

Looking for something a little more heavy duty than your smartphone speakers? This 5-star solar-powered portable power bank isn't just a phone charger, but also a Bluetooth speaker with 55 hours of playtime. Because it's water resistant, it seems perfect for a fishing trip. Complete with solar panels to act as insurance for extended periods of time without power.

Forget spending unnecessary money on bottled water — LifeStraw is a personal water filtering tool that gives the comfort of safe, drinkable water, even if the only source around is a cloudy stream. This must-have travel companion also comes in bottle form for clean water on the go. And with every purchase, one school child in a developing community is provided with safe drinking water for an entire year.

A ton of fitness trackers have hit the market lately, but most still require smartphone connection for the GPS to work. Isn't the whole point of these wearables that you get to ditch the phone? The Garmin Vivosmart HR+ stands out from the pack with its built-in GPS, so your nature loving friend can disconnect without getting lost.

Cooking over an open flame is part of the thrill of camping, but a lot of campgrounds and beaches don't allow open flames — especially on the West Coast. Plan B comes in the form of this portable solar oven and silicone pot. Light and easy to carry, the oven can fold down to the size of a laptop. It's environmentally friendly and actually less work than a fire.

The Grillbot is a dishwasher-safe robotic grill cleaner, perfect for those people who will stand outside and grill no matter the weather. Just like a Roomba, the Grillbot takes itself over grill racks and scrubs even the most stubborn, crusted-on grease.

Sometimes, longer adventures require more clothes or equipment than a backpack. The Mad Water Waterproof Duffel Bag is seriously hardcore and will keep your belongings dry on even the wettest trips — just look at the reviews. Chose from one of three sizes.

Going out into the great outdoors is wonderful for getting in tune with nature. However, being so far away from phone reception might be tough when an accident happens. The rugged and pocket-sized Spot 3 Satellite GPS Messenger is one of the best ways to send for emergency responders, even if you're miles away from the nearest town. Just with the push of a single button, you can alert emergency workers with your exact location.

If you're looking to capture photos of wildlife without human interaction, then the APEMAN Trail Camera is one of the best ways to get crystal clear images and videos with its 12-megapixel shooter and 1080p resolution. Just set it up on a tree or hidden in a few rocks and the trail camera will do the rest with its built-in motion detector and quick bursts, even in the rain and at night.

The Hydro Flask is the gold standard when it comes to water bottles for the outdoors. The water bottle has a wide mouth, which is large enough for ice cubes and hot liquids like soups and stews. It's compact and ultraportable, while large enough for at least 18 ounces of hot and cold liquids. The Hydro Flask is also vacuum-insulated and doubled-walled for longer hold times.

Cooking in the great outdoors can be hard to do, but the MSR WindBurner Personal Stove System makes it simple thanks to an enclosed and windproof design. The system features a radiant burner, heat exchanger, folding canister stand, and a one liter cooking pot made for outdoor use and travel. The all-in-one personal stove is also more fuel efficient than conventional stoves.

Making a fresh espresso in the great outdoors is a tall order. However, with the Mini Espresso Maker from NH-Kitchen, you can make espresso anywhere without any batteries, chargers, or electricity. Simply add hot water and coffee grounds into the portable and compact brewing system and use the hand pump to make fresh espresso while hiking or camping. The espresso maker also comes with a coffee tin that can hold enough grounds for seven cups.