12 Fish-Forward Gifts We Love
My oldest child graduated with a master’s degree in environmental science not too long ago. We would love to get them a special graduation present, but they can’t think of anything they need. They write dystopian science fiction, worked in a natural-history museum, play D&D, and love birds. They are hoping to get a fieldwork research job, which would involve car camping and long days outside. — LH
From gifting expert Samantha Schoech:
When someone can’t think of anything they need or want, I like to look at what I know about their daily life and think about how to make it more beautiful, fun, or a little bit easier. In the case of your graduate, there’s lots to go on.
For a writer, I would suggest a subscription to MasterClass, where they can take loads of classes, including Fantasy and Science Fiction Writing with N.K. Jeminson or Storytelling with Salman Rushdie, among hundreds of other courses. For a gamer, might I suggest upgrading their gaming chair? And while they most likely already own binoculars, the bird and natural history lover in them might appreciate an upgraded pair that is still light enough for hiking and could make creature peeping even more enjoyable. These pocket-sized notebooks are perfect for jotting on-the-go observations. And a good camera (or extra lens for an existing camera) is another must-have for the field, as is a handy place to hang it when they need their hands free.
Finally, there are a hundred ways to make car camping easier and more comfortable. If they have the basics covered, consider upgrades like this puffy outdoor blanket, this super-deluxe camp chair, a thick, soft camping pad, or a library of books in one portable and rechargeable e-reader. Happy graduation, and happy trails!
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