NWTF Back to School Supply List
NWTF JAKES Days across the country do an amazing job giving youth a hands-on outdoor education. But now, as the new school year begins, NWTF staff and volunteers have been busy getting their little poults ready for classroom learning. Here are some school supplies that will allow students to bring the woods into the classroom.
Backpacks and Lunch Boxes
This Realtree camouflage pack can be used both in the classroom and in the woods. There is a large main pocket and several other smaller pockets that can be used to store school supplies or hunting gear, and the mesh side pockets are perfect for holding water bottles or tripods. Stand out or blend in with the Trail Blazer Day pack.
A trusted brand by all, this Carhartt backpack is the perfect size for school or hiking trips. The material is weather resistant, which provides protection from those rainy fall days that are just around the corner. The backpack also features a dedicated sleeve for laptops.
Available in one of turkey hunting’s most iconic patterns, this Carhartt lunch cooler will keep a meal chilled and protected. Made from the company's best-selling Rain Defender durable water-repellent fabric on the outside, with durable lining within, this lunchbox can survive on the school bus or on the trail. Don’t forget to pack a Jack Link's Beef Stick to add a little protein and flavor to school lunch. This delicious protein on-the-go snack is perfect for the busy calendars that come with a new school year.
Water Bottles
YETI, an unwavering NWTF supporter, is known for quality products that are durable and keep beverages cold. The bottle is leakproof when closed, dishwasher safe and made with kitchen-grade stainless steel, which means it is puncture and rust resistant. This water bottle is perfect for little ones trotting off to school or wandering in the woods.
In line with the bag charm trend that allows students to personalize their backpacks, this mini Hydroflask features their new removable FlexClip bottle strap so it can be easily clipped onto their bag. The mini bottle also fits perfectly in a school lunch box, or a turkey vest. With double insulation and stainless-steel technology, it can store hot coffee in the morning or MT OPS electrolytes in the afternoon.
Books and Notebooks
Customize a leather-bound journal for students who are taking notes both in the classroom and in the turkey hunting woods. Literary legends like Col. Tom Kelly wrote great hunting stories by putting pen to paper in the woods and at the kitchen table. Having a meaningful place to write down ideas is the first piece of the puzzle.
For young adults who are constantly craving the adventure that comes with the outdoors, the Hometown Hunters Book series is the perfect way to keep their minds active. Their access to time outdoors may be limited as the seasons change, so having a way to keep their minds engaged through story telling is important. When the next hunting season begins, it will feel like they never left the woods.
Outfit Essentials
Students can rep their NWTF pride in the school hallways with this NWTF Mossy Oak Bottomland washed out camo tee featuring a gobbler.
For students looking for a comfortable slip-on shoe to wear in school hallways or wooded trails, this pair of Hey Dude shoes in BURLEBO camo might just be the perfect fit.
Wearing a charm bracelet is like wearing your heart on your sleeve, allowing an individual to express themselves. For students looking to showcase their love for hunting, shooting and the outdoors, Pretty Hunter’s charm bracelet allows you to select up to five charms to customize a piece of jewelry that is unique and personalized.
Chene’s Scout Deck Boots are perfect for rainy fall days thanks to the sturdy rubber overlay that makes standing water and muck a non-factor. Whether little ones are splashing in puddles waiting for the bus, or running through the mud in the forest, these boots are the perfect option.
Gear up for the new school year with a hoodie that will keep you comfortable from the first bell to after-school adventures. The Arrowhead Performance Tee is the perfect addition to any back-to-school wardrobe for students ready to wear their NWTF pride wherever the year takes them.
Other
Water bottles, journals, laptops, cars, you name it, and a teen has put a sticker on it. For students looking to show their NWTF pride, this four-piece sticker pack is a versatile way to decorate and personalize brand new school supplies.
For students who are looking to block out cafeteria chaos or curate the perfect playlist on the school bus, the Realtree Skullcandy Icon headphones are wireless and noise canceling to ensure students maintain peace of mind. Listen to a favorite audiobook or start a new podcast with headphones that offer over 60 hours of battery life, rapid recharge and connect with the Skullcandy app, which personalizes their listening experience.
Every seasoned turkey hunter knows that a morning in the woods without a cushion seat is an uncomfortable one. So, why not use that same gear to carry comfort into the football stadium. Take a seat on the hard forest floor or the cold metal bleachers in comfort and style.
Whether students are hiking through forests or playing on the sports fields, mosquitos will be there. Hunters know best that Thermacells are tested and proven to repel mosquitoes from a 15-foot zone to keep their head in and on the game.