FORAGING GIFT IDEAS: What do I get for a FORAGER????

Coming up with gift ideas for our loved ones is never easy! Hopefully this video helps any of you who have Foragers, anglers or freedive-spearfishers on your list! Please feel free to leave comments with questions if you would like specific brand or model suggestions.
Gift Cards for Foraging with Me: www.catchncookcalifornia.com/...
My gear:
My weight belt: amzn.to/3rGyWw7
Elios Wetsuit www.eliossub.com/
SEAC Motus Fins from this video: amzn.to/3MlZCdL
Pitbull Tackle: Hoop Nets and Fishing Gear for the Bay Area pitbulltackle.com/traps-and-r.
.
.
pole spear amzn.to/3DqE5uK
Recommended Clam gun: amzn.to/3dm3PwM
Grim Survival Cards: grimworkshop.myshopify.com
?sca_ref=627164.LmdX7QviSD
Amazon Affiliate Links:
Camera and microphones
GoPro Hero 8: amzn.to/3au7B5l
GoPro Hero 4: amzn.to/2Zsp0VW
Comica Wireless Microphones: amzn.to/2NfeGhq
Corel VideoStudio 10: amzn.to/3s6Txoe
Wagan Tech portable chargers: amzn.to/3qv9pkn
Diving/spearfishing gear
Custom Wetsuit by Elios sub (not on Amazon)
Longblade Fins: amzn.to/3MlZCdL
Princeton Tec underwater Flashlight: amzn.to/3dnXHUP
Rob Allen Speargun: amzn.to/2LYXdJq
5mm Booty socks: amzn.to/3qrDFfM
3mm Gloves: amzn.to/3s4AMC8
NRS Dry bag: amzn.to/3qxuN8j
Dive Knife: amzn.to/3auE1wz
Scallop/abalone pry bar:amzn.to/3ata9kc
Dive board (consists of multiple parts below)
Body board: amzn.to/2ZnYz3y
Mesh bag: amzn.to/3u2JeUh
Bungees: amzn.to/3k33PD9
Clam/Lobster/Crab gear
Clam Gun: amzn.to/3u66ErL
Volcano Crab Trap: amzn.to/2OIvlKx
Standard Hoop Net Crab Trap: amzn.to/3qxBZRU
Bucket with Bubbler: amzn.to/2ZqRLlH
Clam/Crab Gauge: amzn.to/2OOGkSX
Lobster gauge: amzn.to/2LZeQZB
Lobster bag: amzn.to/3pzxCo1
Waders: amzn.to/3awOdVz
Saltwater Fishing Gear
Kayak (not sold on Amazon) Cobra Marauder
Kayak seat: amzn.to/2NB3BXM
Kayak Paddle: amzn.to/2N8q2ny
Rod: amzn.to/3atZfuA
Reel: amzn.to/2Zt5dWq
Braid: amzn.to/2NFtFko
Hooks: amzn.to/3qAtGow
Sinkers: amzn.to/3k0uJvj
filleting knife: amzn.to/3jZVFLP
Scale: amzn.to/3be1EIV
Freshwater Fishing gear
Trout and Bass rod and reel: amzn.to/3rZNW3h
Hooks: amzn.to/3s8Fz5z
Bass hooks: amzn.to/2NfwHMC
Bass artificial worms: amzn.to/2ZqyJfj
Bullet weights for Texas rig: amzn.to/2ZqG2Ub
Trout lures: amzn.to/2Zr63Ts
Bobbers: amzn.to/3djQXaB
Hunting/outdoors gear
Pellet rifle: amzn.to/2NAx18q
Crossman pellet pistol: amzn.to/3pywHUW
Scala Hat: amzn.to/3do5HW0
Cargo/tactical pants: amzn.to/37qz0Dl
Buck Knife: amzn.to/2Ztqf73
Books
Mushroom Guide (for pocket): amzn.to/2NCjmhi
Mushroom Guide (for library shelf): amzn.to/3dvq4jM
The Sea Foragers Guide: amzn.to/2NzCxZ9
Bushcraft: amzn.to/3k38Dsb
Flintknapping: amzn.to/3u221yS
Camping
Marmot tent: amzn.to/2Zq6e1f
North Face Sleeping Bag: amzn.to/37mNeoK
Sleeping Pad: amzn.to/37l7h6T
Survival Gear
Flintknapping Kit: amzn.to/2NwcAcN
Survival Cards: amzn.to/37pC9TR
Not on Amazon
Shotgun: Remington 870 12 Ga
Elios custom wetsuit: Best wetsuits on the market and custom made (www.eliossub.com/
)

[@NolanWeller-sl4px]

This video is exactly what I needed, thank you so much man.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

So happy to hear that! Please consider sharing it if there are other folks that you think might benefit from it.

[@offthehookessentials]

Kevin! Greatly appreciate the shout out for the Outdoor Stack as a seasoning set. Truly honored!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

My pleasure! I would have discussed it more but I want to do it justice in a full-length catch and cook video in the near future.

[@offthehookessentials]

@@catchncookcalifornia1574 😱😱😱 Wow, that is such amazing news!!! So thankful for you! 🙏

[@mdevil12]

Nice! I'm gonna pass this video to my family for some gift Ideas! Thanks Kev!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Right on man!

[@Greenliight]

I might have missed it but another good thing to pack in the backpack is a small first aid kit! Disinfecting ointment and bandages maybe even a tourniquet but that may be a little excessive. I’ve had a few tumbles in the woods or on the coast and could have used a good bandage

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

You did not miss it, I totally forgot to mention it! Thanks for chiming in! 100% agreed!

[@charlescoult]

I still remember reading the story behind the cover of "All the Rain Promises and More" as a kid. He was at a performance and ended up doing some impromptu mushroom hunting around the concert venue iirc. I need to get myself a new copy - don't know what happened to the one my parents had.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Nice! It is such a great read! I love the blend of funny anecdotes and incredible scientific detail written in a totally approachable manner. One of the best books I own.

[@Northernly]

Awesome video! The coolest part though, "my mom got me this knife for Xmas!" Lol

[@seahunter1]

Nice video. I would recommend a 6 foot polespear over the shorter ones. Another gift idea is to take a niece or nephew out fishing, even if just for bluegill.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Good points! Thanks for chiming in!

[@TheGSoutherland]

One of my favorite channels. here is my obligatory engagement comment

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

LOL thanks!

[@Greenliight]

Awesome video idea! My gf loves foraging and I’ve grown to love it as well, great videos as always!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks so much! Happy Holidays!

[@haroldtakahashi8875]

💛...since my b'day is in december, i bought myself the 'rain promises' from your earlier recommendation... also, a few years ago, from taku's recommend, i got the 'sea forager' ...this episode will be a check-off wish list...

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Happy Birthday! You will totally enjoy the book!

[@kdog8658]

Been watching these for years, was wondering where to get supplies in SF! Crazy how that worked out

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Awesome! Thanks for watching! Pitbull Tackle is also a local fishing company that has some great gear. We have slayed lings and rockfish on their jigs many times so they would be another good local resource!

[@05Stowe]

Great suggestions all around! Looking forward to the fungi series!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks! Looking forward to sharing it!

[@richardso3226]

What a great video idea. Will be not so subtly sending to friends. Thanks again

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Feel free to reach out if you want any specific brand recommendations.

[@VINCEGOESFISHING]

What a totally killer channel. This video was a good idea. I might make a list of all these books. I’d really like to learn everything there is to learn about coastal foraging. I subscribed to your email list. Keep cranking the vids I’ll be binging on them soon.

[@yuiyuiyyuiy3200]

nice, good info as always

[@kitty4685]

Legit needed these book recommendations. Thanks, mate!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

My pleasure!

[@mikePNW]

Great suggestions! Can't wait for the new series. I might have to make a trip down from Washington next year to do some foraging with you.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

That would be awesome!

[@kdog8658]

My partner snd I due to a series of unfortunate events, need to get all new gear. This list is amazing and will keep me busy for awhile

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Life happens, but when one door closes another opens. I hope the fresh start is just the beginning of good fortune for you this year!

[@kdog8658]

@@catchncookcalifornia1574 thats right!

[@LostCoastLiving]

Love it!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks buddy! I figure it is hard to think of things to get for us outdoors folks during the holidays. But seasoned foragers always appreciate replacement gear (hooks, line, sinkers, crab snares, wool socks, rain pants, rain jackets , etc.) and new foragers likely need to build their foraging kits depending on what they are planning to get into/go out for.

[@LostCoastLiving]

@@catchncookcalifornia1574 %100 great idea man!

[@alexmacdonald258]

some very good ideas on gifts-especially the Opinel knives. I usually have one in a pocket , but in the forest, a Finnish Ahti Metsa is the EDC. I've used it on elk, deer, bear and fowl, but the Opinel excels at cutting vegetables for the pot. I'm really looking forward to the mushroom videos, but it's a little too late for that-we're already snowed up.

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks for the input! Hopefully the mushroom series will give you something to look forward to as the snow melts!

[@seahunter1]

They are one of the best knives for the price imho. The carbon steel ones work great as a striker for flint and steel too.

[@skrt99]

Hey I’m from Germany about to turn 25 and I’m sadly not connected to nature at all. Do you got any tips how to get started in outdoor stuff as a true city dweller? Love your energy btw, god bless you!

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Thanks for reaching out and for the positive feedback! Are you currently living in Germany? There is a very strong bushcraft and foraging community in northern Europe and I am sure there are some great forums online that you could find that might allow you to connect with some folks in your area. You could also start small and reserve a campsite at a local campground for the springtime somewhere with some hiking trails. You can assemble some new or used camping gear depending on your budget in the meantime and that can include a three season sleeping bag, an inflatable sleeping pad, a tent, hiking boots, wool socks, Mora fixed blade belt knife, day pack, water bottle, ferro rod and a simple cooking setup. A headlamp (and a lantern for the table for cooking) is not a bad idea as well. I would recommend car-camping or a bicycle-in camp for the first night and practicing some cooking on a propane or butane stove (also good gear to have). A cook set needs to include a spoon, fork, bowl, pot/Billy can, and pan. A small cutting board can also be useful. Learning the basics of cooking an outdoors breakfast, lunch and dinner brings significant confidence and comfort in the woods. Hope this helps get your wheels turning! -Cheers from CA

[@skrt99]

Thank you so much! :)

[@ogoe_joeoutdoors1088]

I bought both of the books and i am reading through them in preparation for a trip with you. What months do you recommend for a reasonably successful trip?

[@catchncookcalifornia1574]

Awesome! The best months for mushrooms on the coast on a wet year tend to be November and December though we get nice flushes from late October to early February on some exceptionally wet years. The further north that you go, the longer the season lasts and some mushrooms will also fruit in the late spring and summer in the Sierra's as the ground gets wet with melting snow.