These genius outdoor gear finds will brighten up your daily walk

It’s safe to say that most of us are spending more time outside than usual, even despite the biting Canadian winter winds. So, whether you’re a true nature lover or just looking for an escape from your four walls, these five elevated essentials will make pulling off every outdoor day trip a breeze.

Uniqlo U Recycled Down Jacket ($99.90, uniqlo.com)

Uniqlo’s latest iteration of its beloved, affordable down jacket is an on-trend quilted unisex style made partly from recycled materials. Lightweight and easy to move in, the chic coat can be layered over your favourite sweater or under your puffer jacket for extra warmth.

Stojo Collapsible Water Bottle ($35, stojo.co)

Sustainability-focused brand Stojo’s 20-ounce minimalist water bottles are made from food-grade silicone and are designed to collapse when empty, so you can toss the vessel into your backpack without wasting space that would be better used bringing the secret gem you found at a local boutique back home.

Embr Wave Bracelet ($318, embrlabs.com)

Think of the Ember’s watch-like Wave Bracelet as a personal thermostat: Just one press sends a warming or cooling sensation to the sensitive skin on your wrist, which tells your brain to perceive temperature differently. In no time, you’ll feel like you’re holding a warm cup of coffee—no mug required.

Sorel nylon and PU-coated synthetic boots ($150, sorelfootwear.ca)

Sacrificing comfort is not an option when you’re going to be on your feet all day—especially during the winter. Canadian footwear brand Sorel’s waterproof and pillow-like boots are stylish and are so cozy you’ll forget how many kilometres you trekked that day.

Paume The Traveler hand sanitizer set ($50, mypaume.ca)

Canadian sanitizing skincare brand Paume’s luxurious new botanical-scented hand sanitizer kills 99.9 per cent of bacteria while moisturizing at the same time. (Yes, really.) And, to cut back on waste, the portable travel bottles are also designed to be refilled, so you can sanitize on the go without guilt.