Last Minute Gift Ideas

Man or Woman. We all need pants. So they might as well be pants that look great, wear like iron and fit like a glove. We carry a great selection of sizes for both men and women - and have great feedback from all the customers that purchased them. A guaranteed winner! Starting at $65





We are carrying lots of great sweaters from North Face that make excellent gifts. They are unique, comfortable and with the North Face logo, your recipient will know that it is top quality. Starting at $39.95






We all have that Gadget Freak on our list. A lightweight LED headlamp is perfect for using around the house, working on your car, in your toolbox or tackle box, for your hurricane kit or for the next camping trip. Starting at $27.95





We have a great selection of hats and and scarves with the ubiquitous Life is Good Logo. Give a gift that not only warms your body but warms your heart. Starting at $19.95 Each






This may be the perfect kayak paddle. It is a two piece touring paddle that features a bent ergonomic shaft for a comfortable wrist position. The locking 3 position adjustment allows you to feather left or right or to paddle with the blades aligned. And, if you stay out past dusk, the blades glow in the dark for better visibility for other boats. $209.95 (other kayak paddles starting at $49.95)




Inherit the Atchafalaya
One of this years most popular gifts, this new book from Greg Guirard makes a beautiful gift that anyone would treasure. $29.95






Slippers make a perfect gift for almost anyone. We have a great selection from Acorn and UGG for men, women and kids. Starting at $39.95 (kids start at $24.95)






For the dayhiker or cyclist on your list, a Camelbak hydration pack is a perfect gift. We carry a selection that includes simple hydration packs, hydration fanny packs and dayhiking packs with hydration systems. Starting at $29.95





A Woolrich blanket is a gift that lasts a lifetime. This useful gift is perfect for keeping next to the couch while you watch a movie or taking to a football game or picnic. Starting at $59.95






From Cloudveil, these amazing gloves have a Gore Windstopper laminate layer sandwiched between two layers of fleece. A simple Pittards leather grip on the thumb and fingers makes them great for driving, cycling or hiking. $37.50





This has been the year of the tall, funky sock from Smartwool. These beautiful merino wool socks are great in Lafayette all winter long. They are as fun to give as they are to receive. Starting at $14.95






Snuggle Socks are a perennial favorite. Soft as butter, it's great to slip your feet into these amazing socks when you get home at the end of a long day. The only thing better than a pair of snuggle socks is 3 pairs! $9.95






The perfect gift for almost anyone on your list. It's the perfect first knife for the young boy on your list. The keychain classic knife is perfect for any pocket or purse. For the outdoor enthusiast, choose the Hiker or Climber model. Starting at $19.95





These unique new purse bags have been an instant hit and are a great idea for the outdoorsy woman on your list. Starting at $64.95







Perfect for the fisherman, hunter or paddler that wants to bring anything they want to keep dry out on the water. Put cameras, cell phones, small video cameras and GPS units in these easy-to-access boxes. Rubber lined for protecting your things. Starting at $15.65





One of the most popular brands on the market, this makes a great add on gift for the North Face enthusiast out there. Mens and Ladies. Starting at $19.95

Lake Martin Book

This beautiful book of photography brings our local treasure, Lake Martin right into your living room. This book makes a wonderful gift for anyone that loves Louisiana's bounty of natural life.

Here's an editorial review of this book:

As springtime approaches in southern Louisiana, colorful colonial wading birds flock to the rookery at Lake Martin to breed, nest and raise their young.With thousands of egrets, Roseate Spoonbills and herons of many types being hatched each spring, this area is said to have "one of the most spectacular wading bird rookeries in North America."

That’s the description used by nature photographer and writer Nancy Camel in her new book, The Nature of Things at Lake Martin: Exploring the Wonders of Cypress Island Preserve in Southern Louisiana.The book is a pictorial and a documentary dealing with Lake Martin and Cypress Island Preserve, of which the lake is a part. Containing some 130 color photographs – most notably of the birds, the mammals and their environment – the book describes the personalities and mating rituals of the birds and tells the history of Cypress Island Preserve.

Throughout the year there are more than 200 species of resident, migratory and wintering birds; 1,200 to 1,800 alligators; and wildflowers, butterflies, dragonflies, frogs, snakes, turtles, squirrels, beavers, nutria, otters, foxes, rabbits, deer, raccoons and other furry animals.The book includes maps of the Lake Martin area and preserve, tips on photographing birds and other animals, and lists of the more than 200 birds identified in the area.

A resident of Baton Rouge, Ms. Camel’s work has appeared in National Wildlife, Outdoor Photographer, Birdscapes and Wetlands International, as well as on Audubon calendars.

Newari Sweaters

A Newari Sweater from Icelandic Designs is a beautiful gift that will last a lifetime. These wonderful sweaters are hand crafted and each one is very unique. This is the perfect gift to put under the tree for her this year.

Green Label Organic Tee-Shirts

The highest quality, most sustainable apparel brand on the planet. These shirts are domestically made in the United States with 100% certified organic ring spun cotton,
dyed with low-impact reactive dyes, and printed without the use of plastics. Plus, the designs are just plain cool.

Did You Know?
Throughout most of human history, all farming, cotton and otherwise, was basically organic by default: there were no synthetic pesticides or insecticides.
That changed with the World Wars and the first large-scale deployment of chemicals specifically formulated to eradicate life.
The descendants of these deadly chemicals were later applied to farming.

In the case of cotton, this is part of a war on weeds and pests that attack cotton. And, just as in any other war, many innocent bystanders, including plants, animals, and humans, are wounded and killed -- a tragedy that continues to this day.

Pesticides used in conventional cotton farming can enter the human food chain. Because cotton is grown primarily for its fiber, it is regulated as a non-food crop.
In fact, the majority of the cotton plant, by weight, ends up in our food supply. Cottonseed oil is used in processed foods. Beef and dairy cows are fed cotton straw, cottonseed meal and waste from cotton gins.

Life Is Good

Life is Good is about much more than just tee shirts, and you'll find a wide array of products that make perfect gifts. For the LIG fan, the new Life is Good book reprises many of their most popular drawings paired with wise sayings on each page. Unique jewelry at inexpensive prices for men and women are perfect stocking stuffers. Life Is Good mugs in ceramic and aluminum are great office and party gifts. Or buy a Life is Good frame, install a photo that you share with your recipient and you'll have a wonderfully touching gift.

Prana Pompom Sweater

This sweater bridges the gap between earthy and cool. It's a hoodie that has a little of the "hippie chick" look while maintaining enough of a quality feeling that you'll love wearing it for nearly anything. This sweater would make a great gift for any woman that's young or young at heart.

North Face - Windwall Fleece

The Windwall 1 is possibly the perfect full zip jacket for our climate. The fleece is not overly thick, but is reinforced by a windproof layer to keep the breeze from blowing through. This layer also traps heat effectively inside the jacket for more warmth. The best part? At only $99.95, the Windwall is an unbelievably great deal!

Baby Wooly's

We've got something for every person on your list at Pack & Paddle. Even the newest additions to your family! These Baby Woolies from Smartwool utilize butter-soft merino wool for a warm no-itch fit. The baby in your life will look better and have more fun in a pair of Smartwool Baby Woolies!

Crash Pads

Perfect for the climber on your list, we carry Crash Pads from Mad Rock and Black Diamond. Set one of these thick mattress style pads up on the ground below where you are bouldering, and you can drop off without fear of twisting an ankle. Use at the gym or on the crag. Handy carry straps are built right in!

Garmin GPS

This fall, we have introduced to P&P a lineup of GPS units specifically designed for outdoor navigation. All units can use downloadable maps and are designed to help you stay found in the field. We will show you the differences in the models and help you understand the function of the unit you select. We are carrying a selection of GPS units starting at only $149. Come by today!

Ocean Kayak - Venus 11'

The Venus 11 may be the perfect sit-on-top for women. It is lightweight, stable and easy to transport at only 40 lbs. The roomy cockpit is comfortable and designed to accommodate a female's center of gravity. The Venus is as fun to paddle as it is to give as a gift.