The sports and outdoor market continues to grow. Every year, millions of consumers are getting outside to hike, backpack, camp, and ultimately enjoy the great outdoors.
And that great outdoors is your ticket to greater profits.
According to Statista, the sports and outdoor revenue for 2020 is expected to hit $18.53 million. This is up roughly $2 million from 2017 and is part of a continuing trend that forecasts sales in the outdoor market to reach 20.9 by 2024.
It’s a lucrative category, and you don’t want to miss out.
So, now the question becomes, what to take camping?
This is the question your customers are going to have. And depending on their excursion goals, it will differ from person to person.
The Adventure Determines What to Take Camping
Taking a (Quick) Hike
From 2006 to 2018, the number of hikers in the U.S. grew from 29.8 million to 47.8 million. A pretty substantial increase.
A good hike doesn’t take much time, depending on location. Hikers might go out early on a Saturday morning to get a fresh start to the day. Or, they could end Friday evening after work, winding down on a hillside—refreshing themselves in nature after a long work week.
And all it might take is a couple of hours.
While they might not be camping out overnight, that doesn’t mean hikers don’t need gear.
Most importantly, hikers need to stay hydrated. Water bottles such as these offer you a variety of inventory options to meet your customers’ unique needs. We offer durable solutions in a range of sizes and styles to ensure your customers find exactly what they’re looking for—no matter the size of their adventure.
Depending on the length of the hike, hikers might need a place to store snacks, cameras, battery packs, or other items. So, stocking backpacks outside of the usual back-to-school timeframe can be beneficial.
Fly by Night
Maybe your customers only have one night to get away from it all.
Tell them not to fear, there are easy camping options for them as well. In addition to backpacks and water bottles, overnighters are going to need some additional supplies.
First and foremost, they’re going to want a place to stay.
Stansport offers several tent options, but for a quick getaway, these backpack tents are perfect. Lightweight, compact, and portable, these tents are ideal for single-night excursions without loading your customer down.
In addition to a tent, sleeping bags and blankets are a must. With a range of sizes and temperature ratings, you’ll find something for every one of your customers.
And to ward off those nighttime shadows, lanterns are invaluable. They’re also really important for severe weather prep, but that’s a whole other story. Lanterns will help your campers get around at nighttime for those late-night restroom runs.
In a Tent Down by the River
Are your customers at the campsite for the long haul? In addition to ALL the above, there are some additional products that’ll help them survive a few nights in the wilderness.
Garmin’s lineup of handheld GPS units will keep campers on the straight and narrow. These units feature easy-to-read displays, long battery life, and a rugged design. Slim, portable power banks will ensure your customers stay charged for what lay ahead. Some designs even feature flashlights and LED displays for more versatile usage. These larger dome tents offer your customers more space and more storage room for their home away from home.
And don’t let them forget about coolers and cookware. Whether they’re planning to catch and harvest their dinner or they’re bringing it with them from the store, they’ll need a place to store and cook their meals.
Last, and certainly not least, don’t forget first aid. There are a lot of factors in the great outdoors, and a lot of things can go wrong. Your customers need to be prepared for the worst. First aid kits can help them manage minor wounds or help them long enough to get medical assistance.
Preparing for the Great Outdoors
No matter their plans, your customers need to know what to take camping.
And whatever their need is, we have the solution. See more of our camping solutions right here and stock up today! Don’t forget, there is no minimum order required, we also have dropshipping options to help you out.
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