Camping Season Must Haves
Camping Season Must Haves
Weekends Well Spent Outdoors
Camping Season must-haves with St. Peter's Fly Shop
These are the essentials we count on when camping season is in full swing, weekends are spent outdoors, and fishing season hits its stride. From campsite comfort to everyday convenience, this gear helps make every trip more enjoyable.
Benchmade hunting and fishing knives have become some of the most dependable tools in our kits. Whether breaking down camp, boxes at work, cleaning game in the field, or handling everyday tasks around the house, the blades hold an edge exceptionally well and feel solid in hand. Lightweight, durable, and built with premium materials, they’re easy to trust in tough conditions and have quickly earned a permanent place in our packs. Get the full scoop here on Benchmade and why we are so proud to introduce them in the shops.
Benchmade
This year, I’ve been putting Benchmade hunting and fishing knives through constant use, and they’ve proven themselves in every environment I’ve taken them into. From backcountry camps to long days on the water, the knives are compact, easy to carry, and incredibly reliable when it counts. The sharpness, balance, and overall craftsmanship stand out immediately, making them tools I reach for every time I head outdoors. -Cullen Young
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LavaBox Portable Campfire - Original and Hekla
This year, Cullen Young has been putting the LavaBox to the test and says it’s become an essential part of his gear setup. Compact, organized, and easy to pack, the propane stove delivers instant heat whether he’s in the backyard, at camp, on the boat, or deep in the backcountry.
LavaBox Original
The Original LavaBox Combo is the ultimate pairing, like a classic buddy movie where two unlikely partners come together and just work. Built for adventure and good times outdoors, it’s a setup that proves the best experiences happen when the right gear teams up perfectly.
Lavabox Hekla
Inspired by Iceland’s powerful Hekla volcano, the Hekla LavaBox combines rugged design with intense performance. Built from brushed stainless steel with heavy-duty details, it features a high-output fire burner, integrated cooking burner, and premium finishes like a leather handle and brass fittings, delivering one of the hottest and most versatile campfires on the market.
The LavaBox delivers reliable warmth and cooking power for any campsite, keeping the family comfortable even in freezing temperatures. From morning coffee to campfire dinners, it’s a versatile setup that’s especially valuable during Western fire bans thanks to its controllable fuel source. Safe, convenient, and easy to shut down at night, the LavaBox makes cold camping mornings a thing of the past.
-Cullen Young
Grayl Ultrapress and Geopress
Staff member Colton shares why the Grayl UltraPress and GeoPress have become essential gear for the team. With a simple fill, press, and drink design, they provide clean, purified water anywhere, from rivers and lakes to taps—without the need for extra filtration gear or containers on the go.
Whether exploring the Upper Poudre, North Platte, or beyond, the Grayl UltraPress and GeoPress provide reliable access to clean water anywhere adventure leads. Lightweight, durable, and easy to use, they remove viruses, bacteria, and bad tastes in seconds, while long-lasting replaceable filters deliver dependable performance for travel, hiking, camping, and everyday carry.
-Colton Brock
Grayl Geopress
The GeoPress stands out for its unmatched speed, simplicity, and effectiveness, delivering 24 ounces of clean drinking water in just eight seconds. From remote rivers and lakes to hotel sinks and questionable taps, it gives you confidence to safely drink from virtually any water source around the world.
Grayl Ultrapress
The 16.9oz UltraPress® Purifier Bottle fits into any pack pocket (or cup holder), requires zero setup, and makes safe, great tasting drinking water in a mere 10 seconds
Geopress Replacement Filter
Filter lifespan may decrease when used in water with heavy silt, sediment, or tannins. As the cartridge nears the end of its life, press times will gradually increase, once they reach 25–30 seconds, it’s time for a replacement. Even with slower press times, the cartridge continues to provide effective purification.
Aeropress Original Coffee Maker
Vince Herrera shares how he stays energized outdoors with the AeroPress—a compact, easy-to-use brewer loved by baristas and adventurers alike. Though it resembles a French press, the AeroPress stands apart, delivering rich, delicious coffee in just minutes.
As outdoorsmen, we brought the AeroPress to St. Peter’s to share great coffee with the fly fishing community. Compact, versatile, and quick to clean, it’s perfect for everything from camping trips to busy mornings at home, brewing anything from a single cup to a full batch with ease. Whether on the river or on the road, the AeroPress keeps our team fueled wherever adventure takes us.
- Vince Herrera
Aeropress Original Coffee Maker
The only coffee press with 3 in 1 brew technology. Smooth, full-bodied flavor without grit or bitterness. Like a French press, but better.
Aeropress Original Coffee Maker - Assorted Colors
3-in-1 brew technology combines the best of several brew methods into one easy to use, very portable device. No more average joe from fancy, expensive machines. Smooth, rich, grit-free coffee with a delicious, full-bodied finish that lingers well after your last sip.
Aeropress Stainless Steel Filter - Standard
Richer coffee is just one press away with our reusable metal coffee filter.