Mother’s Day Gift Guide

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Featured: Tūī Balms Bee Balm, from $12.50

Gift ideas for every outdoor woman – mother or not.

Featured: Tūī Balms Bee Balm, from $12.50

An all-natural everything balm handy for any trip: use as barrier balm to prevent blisters or to soothe sunburnt or wind-kissed skin, or apply as a healing salve on scratches, burns, cracked skin or rashes. www.tuibalms.co.nz

Stanley Café-To-Go Travel Mug from $50

For the woman who takes coffee or tea everywhere. The leakproof two-part lid allows sipping choices: a simple drink-from-the-mug experience or controlled sipping with fewer splashes. Drinks stay hot or cold for hours. nz.stanley1913.com 

Victorinox Classic Colour Style Icon $44.99

The original Swiss Army Knife made even smaller. It disappears onto a keychain or into your pocket but makes a grand entrance every time a problem needs solving. Seven functions and many vibrant colours. www.ampro.co.nz

Patagonia R1 Air Full Zip Hoody $399.99

A lightweight, breathable and quick-drying technical fleece for high-exertion activities in cold conditions. It’s made with 100% recycled polyester and is structured for comfort during movement. Made in a Fair Trade certified factory. www.patagonia.co.nz

The North Face Women’s ThermoBall Traction V Mules $160

Comfy, warm, insulated mules for hut or post-adventure relaxation. They have recycled polyester ThermoBall insulation, a fleece collar lining and collapsible heel with elastic side panels for easy on/off. www.thenorthface.co.nz

Cotopaxi Allpa 30L Gear Hauler Tote Del Día $119.99

An eco-friendly tote made from 100% leftover fabrics, just right for women on the move. It has two interior and two exterior pockets and multiple carry options. www.cotopaxi.co.nz

Earth Sea Sky Merino Ninja $49.90

This comfortable, seamless, generous length and multifunctional neck gaiter is made with 100% New Zealand merino wool (17.5 micron softness) and is warm, odour-resistant and offers UV protection. Made in New Zealand. www.earthseasky.co.nz

Bushline Raspberry Apple Bircher $11.99

This ready-to-eat Bircher is a simple yet filling breakfast to kickstart mum’s next big adventure. Packed with a healthy combination of nuts, seeds, raspberries and apples. www.yumnz.co.nz

Biolite Luci Original Matte Solar Inflatable Lantern $69.99 

An inflatable solar lantern that provides up to 24hr of soft, warm light on a single charge. The rechargeable 1000 mAh lithium-ion battery emits up to 65 lumens through a frosted finish, and the lamp collapses down to 2.5cm for easy on-the-go lighting. www.ampro.co.nz

Crocs Classic Floral Cut Out Clog $119.99

This feminine twist on the Classic Clog has floral-inspired cutouts and a fully moulded construction for lightweight comfort. Personalise them with a range of Jibbitz charms. www.crocs.co.nz

Merrell Women’s Moab 3 GTX $359

A hiking shoe that is famous for its out-of-the-box comfort, durability and versatility. It has a Gore-Tex lining, a softer and more cushioned midsole and a best-in-class Vibram outsole. www.merrell.co.nz

Island Hills Station from $285

Take your mother on this self-guided 30km private walkway and get a taste of high-country life. Located near Hurunui in Canterbury, it offers two- and three-day options, encounters with farm animals and native birds and the vast Mandamus Reserve forest regeneration project. www.islandhillsstation.co.nz

Kaikōura Coast Track $280 

Treat mum to a private track like no other, along a coast with abundant marine life, over tussock-covered tops and through farmland and bush-filled gullies with stunning views of the Seaward Kaikōura Range. www.kaikouratrack.co.nz

MSR Switch Stove System $359.99

The stove for everyone. The Switch system is an all-in-one versatile stove that makes boiling water and cooking easy. It has a unique and efficient patent-pending 1l pot, but can also be used with the cookware of your choice. Featuring a pressure regulator, a piezo ignitor and a compact packed size. www.ampro.co.nz

Coleman Directors Plus Chair with Side Table $89.99

A portable director’s chair with padded seat and backrest and a sturdy side table and drink holder. The loop-style steel frame won’t damage tent floors and is lightweight for easy transport. www.coleman.co.nz

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