Eco Adventurer Gift Guide

This year, you'll want to stuff the stocking of your resident adventurer with the newest tools for eco exploration. We've rounded up our favorite pieces, which fit the bill whether you're planning to scale rocks, trek desert or hike Denali in 2010.

Retro BPA-Free Bottle ($6.50)
Rough and tough bottle manufacturer Nalgene brings retro design to the market this year, offering up BPA-free choices like this wide-mouth screw top bottle. With a 32-ounce capacity, it promises zero leakage and easy access hydration.

Organic & Fair Trade Hiking Sock ($14)
During the colder months, I live in Maggie's Functional Organic Killington Mountain Hiker socks. Made of certified organic wool and cushioned for long days on the trail, these specialty socks are a must-have. You can pick up a pair at most Whole Foods.

Patagonia Recycled Retro-X Vest ($140)
Made of recycled polyester (think used soda bottles and pre- and post-consumer fabrics) and privy to Patagonia's Common Threads Recycling Program, this durable vest is a smart choice for the classic outdoor enthusiast. Windproof and lined in mesh, it's also available in a slim fit for women.

Smart Wool Arm & Knee Warmers ($25)
Since layers are key to a comfortable day outdoors, we trust the convenience factor of the arm and knee warmers from Smart Wool. Machine washable and dryer-safe, they stand the test of time and since they're made with New Zealand's sustainable, natural and renewable wool, they're as warm you'd imagine.

Osprey Messenger Bag ($89)
Crafted from nearly all recycled materials, this convenient messenger bag boasts enough space to squeeze a laptop between adventures. A padded strap and waist stabilizer make it a solid choice on the go, and with one zillion pockets, there's a place to store everything.

Chunky Cherry Bumble Bars ($3)
I'm a die hard fan of these agave-sweetened energy bars. Vegan, organic and gluten-free, they're an option for almost every picky eater while sneaking in the benefit of flax, organic cherries and coconut. Naturally, they taste delicious, although the chance that you'll be likened to a bird picking at seed is fairly high.