The Best New Gear for Birding This Summer

What to pack, whether you're hiking through a boreal forest or photographing avian species from a boat.

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Camp in style with theÌýÌý($650), a durable, two-person tent with LED lights and a Goal Zero solar panel, fan, and battery.

Don't worry about stuffingÌý ($165) full; this sweet daypack has plenty of room and itsÌýAnti-GravityÌýsuspension system makes the pounds seemingly disappear.

TheÌýÌý($100) isÌýcomfortable, has quick-access pockets, and weighs only a pound.

Protect yourself from the sun while staying cool in theÌýOutdoor ResearchÌýÌý($79), which is made from with UPF 50+ rated fabric.

You’ll forget you’re carrying the super-compactÌýÌý($199)—until the wind picks up or it starts raining.

The 18-ounceÌý($40) keeps coffee hot or water chilled all day.

Handle any hiccupsÌýthe outdoors throw at you with theÌýfully loadedÌýÌý($73); among its manyÌýfeatures are three blades, scissors, and an awl.Ìý

Keep bugs at bay withÌýÌý($6 and up), a Deet-free, long-lasting insect repellant with picaridin.Ìý

By Sea

The steadyÌýÌý(top; $1,500) has a large cockpit, ample storage, and a rudder for precise navigating.

A canoe/kayak hybrid, theÌýÌý($949) has great stability and an open design, making entry and camera set-up simple and safe.

Protect yourself, too: The low-profileÌýÌý($80) life jacket won’t impede your movements.

While on the water, keep your gear secure and dry withÌýÌýdry duffel ($105); the waterproof zipperÌýlocks out moisture better than roll-top closures.

Ultra-light and waterproof,ÌýÌý($225) stows a DSLR body and telephoto lens.

Ìý(from $38) fits snugly to shield a DSLR lens hood from the elements.

Unlike most breathable rain jackets, the water resistance ofÌý($175) won’t wear off; a new fabric blocks moisture without the need for chemical coatings.