Each month, the delivery person will leave a box of surprise outdoor and adventure gifts. That’s what happens with the Cairn subscription box (truly the gift that keeps on giving). This is the first company to do this type of monthly delivery service for outdoorsy gear.
The monthly box includes everything from clothing, food and snacks, emergency supplies, skincare items, or travel gear. What’s cool about the box is that it shares a variety of unique things that you may not have seen before in the store or didn’t consider for your next outdoor adventure.
Boxes are valued between $35 and $50 each based upon the contents, but the reason why this makes such a great gift is that the boxes can be geared around personal preferences.
For example, vegetarians would never end up with a meat product or big coffee fans can get goodies that are themed around that preference.
My box came with a really cool coffee set that is meant to be used when camping and lets you brew some Joe without electricity. Other fun stuff inside the package included a pocket-sized flashlight and sunscreen designed for high intensity outdoor activity.
I liked how inside the box was a card with various coupon codes and discounts for many of the products inside should you choose to buy them again elsewhere.
There is no charge for shipping, and people can order just one box or even for a half or full year. The annual subscriptions offer the best value, but there are bigger box options that include more gear like backpacks or grilling gear. Those boxes are sent quarterly. Subscriptions are very flexible and can be canceled at any time.
I love having the element of surprise with the boxes coming each month, and it’s cool to try some new products. These make a great gift for athletes or those that love the outdoors, and the high-quality products from a variety of brands is impressive at this price point.