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Holiday gift ideas from the great outdoors to your home Do you dread sitting down and making up your holiday gift, list? Have you just run out of great ideas for cousin Jill, Uncle Bob or your father-in-law? Your troubles are over! Why not give them all an unusual gift of the great outdoors? Wouldn't it be wonderful to give a gift that allows Uncle Bob to go camping or backpacking? And, how many fathers-in-law ever received a tent as a gift? Or, wouldn't cousin Jill much prefer a stylish--and warm-- goosedown jacket? Sierra De­ signs, a designer and manufac­ turer of men's, women's and children's outerwear and camp­ ing equipment, suggests a num­ ber of unique gifts for this holi­ day season. Delightful down Want to give a gift of warmth? Goosedown jackets or vests are a wonderful choice. Down garments are very much in fashion now. Right not only for rugged use in the great outdoors, goose­ down garments are equally smart for city wear-. And, in these days when stretching a dollar is important, it's good to know that a quality goosedown jacket or vest will last for years. Down jackets and vests are available in an assortment of colors and styles. Some have featherweight antron/nylon on the outside, very cozy, and other models have a rugged pop­ lin shell. Good goosedown products are filled with prime goose­ down, a natural insulator that's light, soft and comfortable. Sierra Designs advises that you spend time talking to the sales­ person at your local outdoor shop or better department store PAGE 12 - PLAINDEALER - WEDNESDAY. DECEMBER 17. ISM mer stakes into the ground. You can purchase tents to sleep two, three or even four people com­ fortably, the latter being ideal for family outings. Be sure to select a tent that is not only rugged and well-made, but appropriate for the terrain and the weather. Sierra Designs also recommends that the tent you select should come with a lifetime guarantee so it can be enjoyed season after season. Other outdoor gift ideas in­ clude sleeping bags, lanterns, a camping stove or a daypack. And, while you're at it, why not a great outdoor gift for yourself? After all, once you've intro­ duced all your loved ones to the great outdoors, you'll probably want to join in on the fun. Per­ haps a parka to match the one you bought for your husband, uncle, daughter ... or even your mother-in-law. Lasts for years Whatever you select, these gifts of the great outdoors are certain to be appreciated long after a blender stops blending and a wallet lies forgotten in the bureau drawer. before you make a purchase. Check quality Ask about the quality of the down. Test the durability of the outer fabric. Check the stitch­ ing, finish and fit. Today, there are a number of goosedown garments tailored specially for women. Now, for that adventurous type on your list. We bet you've never considered giving a tent! But, why not? The gift of a tent will allow a spring outing that's far more enjoyable than most other weekend activities. Sierra Designs suggests that you pur­ chase a lightweight, durable and spacious tent. Outdoor equipment Today, tents can be put up in a matter of minutes. There's no struggle, and no need to ham­ THE LOWEST PBCH), FWHEffURL •̂NO-ansni SCANNER EVER. Bring home all the feal excite­ ment of scanning, and save1 Bearcat 160 features a smooth keyless keyboard for all controls including volume and sauelch Has 5-band 16 channel coverage Priority Selective Scan Delay Automatic Lockout and Search And much more. Bearcat is number one in scanning "TAKE IT FROM A SMART OPERATOR? 160 SCANNER $225.## EJectra. ( ( ( ( ( ( < < . n > n ) ) ) ) ) ) ) j radicom* 2604 N. Chapel Hill Rd.. McHenry. 815-385-4224 : FH Wt t-3 CUsed Sw% WANT TO GIVE a gift of warmth? Goosedown jackets or vests are a wonderful choice. 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