Outdoor Canada’s 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for anglers, hunters and outdoor enthusiasts

SHOTKAM

This high-resolution video camera that mounts on your gun barrel to record 4K video. It has enough clarity to see pellets, but the true power of this video camera is in its ability to capture the action before, during and after the shot. You can instantly replay shots on your phone, share the highlights and learn from the hits and misses. There are two models to choose from: the long-lasting Gen 4 or the ultralight Gen 4 Mini, both ideal for rifles and shotguns. For the hunter or clay shooter on your list, the ShotKam is a gift they’ll truly appreciate.

Learn more: https://ca.shotkam.com

—Lowell Strauss

GUIDED FIELD SHARPENER ELITE

From Work Sharp comes this upgraded version of the tried-and-true field sharpener that hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts love. For those who live life on the edge, the Guided Field Sharpener Elite adds four premium grits of abrasives. The Elite system allows you to maintain every blade with precision, from full repair to fine-tuned perfection. The sharpener includes a fine ceramic rod with a fishhook groove, a ceramic rod for serrations, a leather strop, a broadhead wrench and a zippered carry case. It’s everything you need to stay sharp in the field or on the water. Highly recommended.

Learn more: www.worksharptools.com

—Lowell Strauss 

ALOX REFINED COLLECTION

Victorinox launched this collection in 2025. For Swiss Army collectors and anyone looking for a modern take on the SAK these three striking new knives from Victorinox will bring a smile to anyone’s face. The Onefold Alox, Synergy Alox, and Synergy X Alox are designed for performance while their skeletonized Alox scales and minimalist design make these knives an excellent choice for everyday tasks. The Onefold Alox features a riveted carry clip for easy portability and a lockable blade. Synergy Alox includes nine essential functions including a blade, box opener, screwdrivers, nail tools, bottle opener, wire stripper, and carry clip. Synergy X Alox adds precision scissors to the large blade, box opener, two screwdrivers, nail file, nail cleaner, bottle opener, wire stripper and carry clip. A Victorinox knife makes the perfect gift for anyone on your list this holiday season.

Learn more: www.victorinox.com

—Lowell Strauss 

BUDDY

The Buddy is Hedgehog’s new all-in-one dryer for shoes, boots and gloves, trying gear in record time. The Buddy’s powerful fan and heater dries most items within 15 minutes and can hold three pairs of shoes, gloves or boots and it can be extended to seven pairs with Hedgehog Wall Adapter.  For heavy boots, the Buddy has two hose extensions that direct the air where it is needed. Hunters will appreciate the ionic odor removal technology built into the Buddy. The Hedgehog is designed in Scandinavia a place that has cold, wet winters just like Canada. Each Buddy includes a modular base to add adapters and extensions. If there is one product that works behind the scenes, ensuring dry feet and hands it’s the Hedgehog dryer. Watch for it at retailers across Canada and give the gift of warmth this holiday season.

Learn more: www.hedgehogdryer.com

—Lowell Strauss