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6 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2016 SPECIAL ADVERTISING SECTION OF THE MORNING CALL
Hunter on your list? Little items athletes,
Give these ideas a shot sports fans will love
Will you be shopping
for any hunters or Gifts comes in all
outdoor enthusiasts shapes and sizes, but
this holiday season? Thought- sometimes the best
ful, useful gifts will be well- come in small packages —
appreciated. which is where the traditional
stocking stuffer comes in.
“When it comes to hunt-
ers, think lightweight and When shopping for these
packable,” says Louis Chal- inspiring litle gifts, consider
fant, director of product de- the recipient's interests. For
velopment at Smith’s Con- example, athletes and sports
sumer Products. enthusiasts would undoubt-
edly love a gift that reflects
Here are a few ideas to their loyalty to a favorite
consider: team or their devotion to a
particular sport. Holiday
Sharpen it up StatePoint shoppers who have a sports-
Those who hunt, fish and A handy knife sharpener will give outdoor enthusiasts an edge. crazed superfan or accom-
plished athlete on their
go on outdoor expeditions small bench stone, which man, hunter or backpacker. shopping lists may want to
know just how important it is features coarse and fine grit Other handy items to consider the following
to keep tools sharp. You can sharpening surfaces. items when looking for
hone their gamesmanship consider for gifts are a high- stocking stuffers this holi-
with essential gear like a These tools may be avail- quality first-aid kit with all the day season.
compact knife sharpener. able at various sporting essentials, a multi-functional ¦ Sports memorabilia:
goods, outdoors and hardware pocket knife, a fire-starting kit Sports fanatics sometimes
For instance, a versatile retail stores, as well as online. and solar- powered or battery- double as collectors who are
tool like a handheld knife Preparedness powered LED lanterns and always on the lookout for
sharpener is quick, safe and flashlights. new memorabilia to display.
easy to use whether one is in Those whose adventures Such collectibles may in-
the field, back at camp or at take them off the beaten path With some careful consid- clude bobbleheads, cards,
home. need certain lightweight, eration, you can make the ticket stubs, and signed
compact tools to be prepared holidays special for the hunt- photographs or equipment.
One type available func- for a variety of situations. ers and outdoor enthusiasts in Rare memorabilia may be
tions both to set the edge on a your life. beyond many gift-givers'
dull or damaged blade and to A fire starter is a must- means, but there are still
achieve razor sharpness. Plus, have for any avid outdoors- StatePoint plenty of impressive items
a scissors sharpening slot is that can fit into any holiday
large enough to accommodate gift budget.
game shears as well. ¦ Game tickets: Give sports
fans a chance to cheer on
Lightweight enough to be their favorite teams in per-
a stocking stuffer, consider a son. Find a home game that
will not require the recipient
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find out if any product recalls Similar problems arose information on vehicles and removing any doubt ticket- ¦ Sports equipment: Ath- missed out on getting his or
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gate an item's reputation for permanently discontinuing the regard to consumer products. hats to authentic team jerseys may offer recommendations with other sports memora-
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hoverboards soon ignited loved ones this holiday sea- ¦ HealthyCanadians.gc.ca/ Today, just about any item stocking with a gift card to a wise, don’t forget the tradi-
while charging or in operation. son. recall-alert-rappel-avis/index- comes emblazoned with sporting goods store. tional navel orange stuffed
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