America the Beautiful National Parks Pass (Photo: Courtesy REI) $80 at REIGive the gift of unlimited access to nature with this annual national parks pass. With many national park fees around $30 or more per vehicle, this pass will pay for itself many times over for hikers and backpackers. Osprey Daylight Waist Pack (Photo: Courtesy REI) $35 at OspreyKeep small items like snacks, a phone, headphones, and lip balm handy with this 2-liter waist pack. Benchmade Mini Bugout Knife (Photo: Courtesy REI) $180 at BenchmadeYes, most hikers just need a knife sharp enough to cut a block of cheese. Sawyer x Cnoc Filter (Photo: Courtesy REI) $60 at REINo more crinkling a Smartwater bottle or watching a cheap reservoir bag spring a leak.