Receiving gifts is great but seeing the recipient’s thrilled reaction when you give them something perfect is an even better feeling. I’m here to remind you of some great options I’ve received and purchased for myself this year that get my stamp of approval. Several of them are on sale so don’t wait or you’ll kick yourself.

Inexpensive USB pocket hand warmers — **You know I hate to be cold, my hands will NOT be cold any longer.** Two-pack rechargeable USB hand warmers -- $28.88

hydaway collapsible water bottle and carrying case — **I’m NOT buying water at the airport, so here is a super- impressive collapsible water bottle.** HYDAWAY Collapsible Water Bottle – 25oz with flip top -- $34.99. **Pack it away in style.** HYDAWAY Collapsible Water Bottle Travel Case -- $14.95

NTON Power Flat Plug Power Strip — **There are never enough plugs when you need them, so here are a lot in a small space.** NTONPOWER Flat Plug Power Strip with 3 ft Wraparound Extension Cord, 2 Outlets 3 USB Ports -- $17.99

Hanna Robbins wearing a Gill Pro Tournament 3 Layer Jacket in Islamorada — **I blogged about this jacket a few times but there is a reason for that.** Gill Pro Tournament 3 Layer Jacket - The jacket is breathable, lightweight, the zippers didn’t let water get in and the Velcro cuffs were adjustable, didn’t rub on my hands and no water got up the sleeves. Water just beads up and rolls off the material. I wear this jacket all the time, not just when I am fishing -- $174.50

Fishy Feet variety pack mens socks — **Every man over 40 says they don’t need anything but socks and underwear are always needed**. Fishy Feet variety pack of socks $24.99

Tuna Dr. Rustic Metal Street Sign — **Help enhance the man/woman cave**. Tuna Rustic Metal Street Sign -- $25.25

Foam Neck Pillow — **A little rest and relaxation and no neck crick. This comfort level of this neck pillow is exceptional.** Upgraded Memory Foam Travel Neck Pillow -- $21.99

**This camera case is the eBag Mother Lode Travel Backpack and a Pelican rolled into one**. Nomatic McKinnon 35L Ultimate Travel Camera Bundle Pack (Black) $549

Mount It foldling luggage cart — **If you over stuff your Nomatic camera bag, I strongly recommend the** **Mount-It!** Fits in your suitcase when not needed, Folding Luggage Cart with Wheels, Holds 77 Pounds -- $34.99

Bacca Burrito Soft Swimbait — **My new favorite bait that I used this summer at El Salto.** Bacca Burrito Swimbait 5” & 6” (Threadfin Shad & Tactical Shad) $38.99 - $42.50

The gifts above are great and pretty much necessary but the best present you can give is an experience so contact me about a trip to Alaska, Guatemala, Mexico or Panama. There are 9 days until Black Friday and 40 days until Christmas so stop proCASTinating.